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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHK Minutes - 2018-03-06HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES MARCH 6, 2018 CITY OF KITCHENER The Heritage Kitchener Committee met this date, commencing at 4:02 p.m. Present: Mr. S. Hamoen - Vice-Chair Councillors J. Gazzola and P. Singh, Ms. K. Huxted, Ms. S. Hossack and, Messrs. C. Farley, R. Parnell, S. Miladinovic, S. Thomson, S. Burrows and S. Strohack. Staff: B. Sloan, Manager Long Range & Policy Planning L. Bensason, Coordinator of Cultural Heritage Resources M. Drake, Senior Heritage & Project Planner D. Saunderson, Committee Administrator 1. CSD-18-022 - BY-LAW TO ENTER INTO A COVENANT UNDER THE ONTARIO HERITAGE ACT FOR THE CONSERVATION OF THE FORMER HUCK GLOVE FACTORY Councillor P. Singh declared a pecuniary interest, as members of his family own property in the vicinity of the subject property. Accordingly, he did not participate in any discussion or voting regarding these matters. The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-022, dated February 7, 2018 recommending the adoption of a By-law to allow the City to enter into a heritage covenant with the owner of the former Huck Glove Factory municipally addressed as 120 Victoria Street South. Mr. L. Bensason presented the Report advising the property owner was required to complete a Heritage Impact Assessment, which was considered by Heritage Kitchener at the December 5, 2017 meeting, as well as a Heritage Conservation Plan as a condition of their Site Plan application. He indicated a draft copy of the Heritage Conservation Plan is anticipated to be presented to Heritage Kitchener at the April 2018 meeting. He stated in order to receive and apply the heritage bonus floor area towards the development of the proposed 25-storey residential tower, the property owner will be required to enter into a heritage easement and covenant agreement to secure the long term conservation of the former Huck Glove Factory building. He stated a draft copy of the By-law has been attached to the report for the Committedetails of the heritage easement and covenant agreement, which will be subject to successful negotiation with the owner, will be finalized in the coming weeks. Mr. S. Hamoen entered the meeting at this time and assumed the Chair. It was noted any recommendation arising from this matter would be considered at the Council meeting on Monday, March 19, 2018. On motion by Mr. C. Farley - it was resolved: That the draft By-law attached to Community Services Department report CSD-18-022, to allow the City to enter into a heritage easement and covenant agreement with the owner of the lands described as Plan 378, Part Lot 553 and currently municipally addressed as 120 Victoria Street South, in regard to the conservation of the former Huck Glove factory building, be adopted 2. CSD-18-048 - HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION HPA-2018-IV-002 - 300 JOSEPH SCHOERG CRESCENT - ALTERATIONS TO THE WEST ELEVATION OF THE REAR ADDITION OF THE BETZNER FARMHOUSE AND CONSTRUCTION OF FENCE The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-048, dated February 9, 2018 recommending approval of Heritage Permit Application HPA-2018-IV-002 to permit alterations to the west elevation of the rear addition of the Betzner farmhouse, and construction of a fence at the property municipally addressed as 300 Joseph Schoerg Crescent. Ms. M. Drake presented the Heritage Permit Application (HPA) and the staff recommendation. She indicated that if approved by unanimous consent, the Heritage Permit Application would be approved through delegated authority. HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES MARCH 6, 2018 - 6 - CITY OF KITCHENER 2. CSD-18-048 - HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION HPA-2018-IV-002 - 300 JOSEPH SCHOERG CRESCENT - ALTERATIONS TO THE WEST ELEVATION OF THE REAR ADDITION OF THE BETZNER FARMHOUSE AND CONSTRUCTION OF FENCE Mr. R. Parnell entered the meeting at this time. The following motion was voted on and Carried Unanimously. On motion by Mr. S. Miladinovic - it was resolved: That pursuant to Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application HPA-2018-IV-002 be approved to permit alterations to the west elevation of the rear addition of the Betzner farmhouse and the construction of a cedar fence generally along the east property boundary, at the property municipally addressed as 300 Joseph Schoerg Crescent, in accordance with the supporting information submitted with the 3. HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT (HIA) - 50 BROOKSIDE CRESCENT The Committee considered the draft Scoped Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) prepared for 50 Brookside Crescent. It was noted staff have requested an HIA in support of a Planning Application where the applicant intends on submitting a Committee of Adjustment application to create a new lot from the east side of the subject property. It was noted Heritage Planning er the Director of Planning will accept it. Mr. Michael Krause, property owner, and Mr. Owen Scott, CHC Limited were in attendance in support of the HIA. Mr. Scott presented the HIA, advising the property at 50 Brookside th Crescent is a remnant of a 19 century farmstead; the only remaining feature being the fieldstone farmhouse. He provided a brief summary on the history regarding the farmhouse, indicating the house was purportedly built c. 1855 and was initially constructed as a 2-storey home with a 1-storey summer kitchen wing, stating over time additions were added to the original structure. Mr. Scott provided an overview of the dwelling significance stating the farmhouse is worthy of designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. He addressed the property owners interest in severing Lot 87 on the east side of the property, indicating although the property owner does not have intentions of severing the west side of the property, the HIA went in depth to consider a severance from the west side as well. He commented the HIA considered the impacts from the proposed severance on the Heritage dwelling, stating in his opinion, there would be no negative impact on the cultural heritage attributes of the farmhouse. He further advised the recommendations from the HIA are as follows: The original c. 1855 farmhouse is a significant cultural heritage resource and is worthy of designation under Part IV of the OHA. The built heritage feature and its heritage attributes remain intact; views from the public realm remain unchanged and it is recommended that for the new residence(s), a front yard setback of a minimum of six metres would ensure they are consistent with the neighbours and do not impinge upon the view of the heritage resource. Massing, setting and materials of residences to be constructed should be influenced by the adjacent and neighbouring residences. Harmonization with the c. 1855 house is not recommended. The house is unique in the neighbourhood, adding to its charm and neighbourhood character. Height of the residence(s) to be constructed on the severed lot(s) should be restricted to 1 or 1½ storeys to be consistent with the neighbouring residences and to remain subservient to the historic home. In response to questions, Ms. M. Drake advised the City no longer had historical information on the creation of the subdivision. She indicated from the subdivision plans, which were outlined in the HIA, it appears Lot 87 was intended to be an individual lot at the time the rest of the subdivision was proposed and ended up being part of the subject property. She indicated she did not have any information on why it was not a stand-alone lot at the time the rest of the HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES MARCH 6, 2018 - 7 - CITY OF KITCHENER 3. HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT (HIA) - subdivision was established. She further advised she was also not aware on how the size of the lot for the farmhouse was decided initially. Questions were raised regarding the Committee of Adjustment application and the request to sever the lot. Mr. Scott advised the property owner only intends to sever the east side of the property (Lot 87) where the pool is currently located. He indicated the requirements under the Zoning By-law were considered when reviewing the proposed lot lines as the side yard for the farmhouse meets the minimum 1.2m side yard setback requirement. Mr. Krause provided some clarification on the proposed severance, stating the pool is no longer an amenity to his family, and is somewhat in disrepair. He indicated they are hoping to create a new lot, remove the pool and potentially build a dwelling that could be occupied by a family member in the future. Mr. S. Thomson stated in his opinion, he believes the property should be preserved in its existing state. Several members spoke in support of the recommendation outlined in the HIA, noting the severance would have minimal impacts on the heritage home. Mr. Farley questioned whether the recommendation to designate the property would be pursued with the property owner in the future. Ms. Drake advised that further conversations would still need to be had with the property owner regarding possible conditions that may be recommended through the Committee of Adjustment process relating to the heritage conservation of the subject property. She indicated it would be something that Heritage Planning staff would be discussing with the property owner in relation to their Planning application. 4. CSD-18-046 - RE-NAMING THE MIKE WAGNER HERITAGE AWARD The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-046, dated February 7, 2018 recommending the re-naming of the Mike Wagner Heritage Award to the Mike & Pat Wagner Heritage Award. Mr. L. Bensason presented the Report. On motion by Councillor J. Gazzola It was resolved: That the Mike Wagner Heritage Award, forming part of the Kitchener Great Places Awards, and outlined in Community Services Department report CSD-18-046, be re- named to the Mike & Pat Wagner Heritage Award 5. HERITAGE BEST PRACTICES - UPDATE & PRIORITIES FOR 2018 - Update and Priorities for 2018arding heritage best practice procedures. Mr. L. Bensason advised in 2015 City Council asked Planning staff to undertake a review of heritage best practices to identify if there were gaps in the existing procedures or best practices that were being completed by other municipalities that are not currently being done that could be implemented in the City there were eight best practices identified, those include the following: 1. That City staff use the City of Hamilton Built Heritage Emergency Management Protocol as a model to draft a similar protocol for Council consideration, and that staff use the directory maintained by the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals or the list developed by the Ontario Heritage Trust in identifying one or more pre-qualified professional engineers who may be used by the City in emergency situations affecting heritage property. HERITAGE KITCHENER MINUTES MARCH 6, 2018 - 8 - CITY OF KITCHENER 5. HERITAGE BEST PRACTICES - 2. That a sub-committee of Heritage Kitchener be established to work with City staff in reviewing the list of non-designated properties on the Municipal Heritage Register, including City-owned properties, in identifying priority candidates for designation, with a view toward bringing recommendations forward for designation in consultation with property owners. 3. Tha apply heritage considerations in the routine inspection of City-owned built heritage resources. 4. That City staff leverage the skills and interests of members of Heritage Kitchener in striking a sub-committee to promote greater public education and awareness of heritage conservation. 5. That City staff investigate the opportunity to develop partnerships with other area municipalities, the Region, community organizations, academic institutions and businesses to broaden the support base for heritage locally. 6. That City staff prepare a heritage procedural protocol in consultation with Heritage Kitchener for Council consideration, that would provide direction on Council-approved processes related to matters under the Ontario Heritage Act, including defining notice requirements for the demolition of listed heritage property, and processes associated with heritage permits and non-compliance under the Ontario Heritage Act. 7. That City staff prepare a report for Council consideration addressing how best to proceed in preparing Conservation Plans for select City-owned cultural heritage resources, and in establishing a sustainable funding source for the care and maintenance of City-owned cultural heritage resources over the long term. 8. Program to include examining grant amounts and eligibility, with a report to be reviewed by Heritage Kitchener and considered by City Council. Mr. Bensason provided an overview on each of the best practices, noting Best Practices 1 and 3 have been completed. He stated work has started on Best Practices 2, 4 and 5, but have since been placed on hold at this moment. He commented Best Practice 8 was identified as a long-term objective. He indicated staff have identified the following items as priorities for 2018: 1. Formalize for Council adoption, process and submission requirements for notices of intention to demolish listed heritage property. 2. Extend delegated approval authority for heritage permits to certain types of applications 3. Pilot Conservation Plan for City-owned cultural heritage resource (76 Bloomingdale Road Bridgeport Free Church). 4. Heritage procedural By-law to examine matters relating to compliance and enforcement. Mr. Bensason reviewed each of the priorities advising for priorities 1 and 2, staff anticipate bringing forward reports for the Committees consideration in May or June 2018. He indicated for priority 3, staff would aim to bring the draft Conservation Plan for 76 Bloomingdale Road to Heritage Kitchener for discussion sometime in 2018. Lastly, for priority 4, he stated there may be merit in creating an HK sub-committee to consider what form and level of engagement may be appropriate before preparing a report. He further advised, this is just an update at this time, but if any members are interested in being part of a sub-committee to assist with priority 4, members can contact him via email at leon.bensason@kitchener.ca to express their interest. 6. ADJOURNMENT On motion, this meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m. D. Saunderson Committee Administrator