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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHK Minutes - 2017-04-04 HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES APRIL 4, 2017 CITY OF KITCHENER The Heritage Kitchener Committee met this date, commencing at 4:00 p.m. Present: Councillor J. Gazzola Acting-Chair Councillors B. Ioannidis and P. Singh, Ms. C. Zalagenas, K. Huxted and Messrs. C. Farley, P. Ciuciura, S. Miladinovic, S. Thomson and S. Strohack. Staff: B. Sloan, Manager, Long Range Policy Planning C. Goodeve, Manager, Council/Committee Services & Deputy City Clerk L. Bensason, Coordinator, Cultural Heritage Planning D. Schmitt, Environmental & Urban Forest Project Manager J. Bunn, Committee Administrator 1. CSD-17-025 - HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATIONS HPA-2017-IV-006 & HPA-2017-IV-007 - 920 ORR COURT - REPAIR/RESTORE WINDOWS; MASONRY REPAIR The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-17-025, dated March 9, 2017 recommending approval of Heritage Permit Applications HPA-2017-IV-006 and HPA- 2017-IV-007 to permit restoration and repairs of the windows and masonry at 920 Orr Court. Mr. L. Bensason presented the Report. With regard to the process, Councillor J. Gazzola advised that if approved by unanimous consent, the Heritage Permit Applications would be processed through delegated authority. The following motion was then voted on and was Carried Unanimously. On motion by Mr. C. Farley - it was resolved: That pursuant to Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application HPA-2017-IV-006 be approved to permit restoration and repair of the windows on the property municipally addressed as 920 Orr Court, in accordance with the plans and supplementary information submitted with the application; and further, That pursuant to Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application HPA-2017-IV-007 be approved to permit masonry repairs on the property municipally addressed as 920 Orr Court, in accordance with the plans and supplementary information submitted with the application and subject to the following conditions: Master Specifications for the Cleaning and Repointing of Historic Masonry; and further, ii.) That a small test patch be prepared in an inconspicuous location for review and approval of the mortar colour by Heritage Planning staff prior to 2. CSD-17-031 - HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION HPA-2017-V-009 - 19 ROLAND STREET - DEMOLISH SHED; NEW FRONT PORCH; ADDITIONS The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-17-031, dated March 9, 2017 recommending approval of Heritage Permit Application HPA-2017-V-009 to permit demolition of the shed; reconstruction of the front porch; and, construction of additions at 19 Roland Street. Mr. L. Bensason presented the Report, stating he could not provide professional advice due to a conflict of interest as he owns land beside the subject property. With regard to the process, Councillor J. Gazzola advised that if approved by unanimous consent, the Heritage Permit Application would be processed through delegated authority. The following motion was then voted on and was Carried Unanimously. HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES APRIL 4, 2017 - 13 - CITY OF KITCHENER 2. CSD-17-031 - HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION HPA-2017-V-009 - 19 ROLAND STREET - On motion by Mr. C. Farley - it was resolved: That pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application HPA-2017-V-009 be approved to permit demolition of an accessory structure, reconstruction of the front porch and construction of additions on the property municipally addressed as 19 Roland Street, in accordance with the plans and supplementary information submitted with the application and subject to the following conditions: i.) That the final building permit drawings be reviewed and heritage clearance provided by Heritage Planning staff prior to the issuance of a building permit; and further, ii.) That the salvaged and/or new brick for the additions match the original brick of the building. Heritage Planning staff must approve the salvaged and/or 3. HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT (HIA) 64 MARGARET AVENUE The Committee considered a memorandum dated March 21, 2017, and Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) prepared for 64 Margaret Avenue, located within the context of the Civic Centre Neighborhood Heritage Conservation District (CCNHCD). Ms. Vanessa Hicks, Heritage Planner, MHBC Planning Limited, presented the HIA and provided context to the project. She advised the HIA was reviewed regarding the proposed development in terms of potential impacts related to the proposed demolition of buildings along Victoria Street North to facilitate the construction of a 6-storey multi-residential building, and the proposed construction of a 2½-storey building within the CCNHCD. She showed conceptual drawings of the proposed development and indicated the design of the 2½-storey building would resemble a former structure on the property, which was removed in 2003. Members offered the following suggestions in relation to the HIA and proposed development: concerns were raised with regard to the minimum setback requirements with respect to parking. concerns were raised with regard to the amount of parking available on the property. Mr. L. Bensason indicated Heritage Planning staff will consider the comments and input of the C Director of Planning. 4. PRESENTATION URBAN FORESTRY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM The Committee considered a presentation entitled Developing a Sustainable Urban Forest Management Program prepared by Mr. D. Schmitt, dated March 20, 2017. In addition, the Committee was in receipt this date of a document requesting feedback on the Program as part of the community engagement process. Mr. D. Schmitt provided an overview of the project, advising the objective is to develop a Sustainable Urban Forest Management Program with the creation of an Urban Forest Strategic Plan for the public and private urban forest, and an asset management plan for the trees on City lands. He pointed out the linkages between trees and heritage, noting a number of 100 and 150-year-old trees can be found in the Heritage Conservation Districts. He added many of the trees are generally at the end of their life cycle and emphasized the importance of preservation and conservation. HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES APRIL 4, 2017 - 14 - CITY OF KITCHENER 4. PRESENTATION URBAN FORESTRY MANAGE Mr. Schmitt outlined the community engagement process; indicating he will be requesting a deputation in the fall of 2017 with Heritage Kitchener to review additional details of the Sustainable Urban Forest Management Program. He advised the Program is anticipated to be He circulated 5-question feedback form and requested that members provide their written feedback to Mr. L. Bensason, who would forward the results to Mr. Schmitt. Mr. Schmitt advised he has noted all the feedback provided this date, and indicated that members could forward any additional suggestions or comments they may have via email to david.schmitt@kitchener.ca 5. UPDATE BILL C-323 PRIVATE MEMBERS BILL TO SUPPORT HERITAGE RESTORATIONS Mr. L. Bensason informed the Committee that on March 23, 2017, Bill C-323 Private Members Bill to Support Heritage Restorations, received Second Reading in the House of Commons, and has been referred to the Standing Committee on Environmental and Sustainable Development for further debate. 6. HERITAGE KITCHENER WORK PLAN The Committee was in receipt this date of an updated draft Work Plan based on the oals, objectives and priorities that have been established by the Heritage Kitchener Committee. Mr. L. Bensason indicated there were no changes to the draft Work Plan since the March 7, 2017 Committee meeting. On motion by Ms. K. Huxted - it was resolved: That the Heritage Kitchener 2017-2018 Work Plan, as circulated with the April 4, 2017 Heritage Kitchener Agenda, be 7. HERITAGE BEST PRACTICES MARCH 7 HERITAGE PROMOTION SUB-COMMITTEE MEETING REPORT & OPEN FORUM Mr. C. Farley advised the Heritage Kitchener Promotion Sub-Committee met and discussed purchasing signs to identify homes built in 1867, in celebration of 150th anniversary celebrations. The Sub-committee identified 30 homes that would meet the 150-year criteria. Mr. Farley indicated the Sub-committee would bring forward more information at the next Environmental Committee meeting. 8. ADJOURNMENT On motion, the meeting adjourned at 5:41 p.m. J. Bunn Committee Administrator