HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdjustment - 2000-06-20COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
FOR THE
CITY OF KITCHENER
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD JUNE 20,_2000
MEMBERS. PRESENT: Ms. S. Campbell and Messrs. B. Dahms and S. Kay
OFFICIALS PRESENT: Ms. J. Given, Principal Planner, Mr. J. Willmer, Manager of Development
and Design and Ms. J. Billett, Secretary -Treasurer.
Ms. Dunja Bergs, Law Student, was also in attendance this date to observe the meeting. Ms. Bergs is
currently visiting from Germany on a summer work term with the law firm of Sims Clement Eastman in
Kitchener.
Mr. B. Dahms, Chair, called this meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
Seconded by Mr. S. Kay
That the minutes of the regular meeting of the Committee of Adjustment of May 30, 2000, as mailed to
the members, be accepted.
Carried
Mr. S. Kay declared a pecuniary interest in Submission No. B 2000-038 considered by the Committee of
Adjustment on May 30, 2000 in his absence, as his law firm has acted on behalf of the applicants.
014 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
MINOR VARIANCE
1. Submission No.: A 2000-035
Applicant: Fran & Walter Filipitsch
Property Location: 254G Woolwich Street North
Legal Description: Part Lot 125, German Company Tract, designated as Part 2 on
Reference Plan 58R-119, rear land with R.O.W.
Appearances:
In Support: Mr. & Mrs. W. Filipitsch
215 Roxton Drive
Waterloo ON N2T 1 N7
Mr. B. Turnbull
28 Dorset Street
Box 575
Waterloo ON N2J 4138
Mr. M. Van Dongen
64 Walnut Drive
Guelph ON N1E 4B5
Contra: None
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JUNE 20, 2000
Submission No.: A 2000-035(Cont'd)
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
This application was originally considered at the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on May
30, 2000, at which time the application was deferred to allow an opportunity for further discussion
to take place with the Grand River Conservation Authority regarding the Authority's concerns with
respect to a geotechnical investigation of the subject property.
The Committee was previously advised that the existing residential dwelling located on the
subject property is a legal non -conforming use as the lot has no frontage on a public street. The
applicant is requesting permission to expand the legal non -conforming use by adding a basement
and by additions to the main floor and the second storey loft, increasing the building floor area by
approximately 22.38 m2 (241 sq. ft.) or 12.5%.
The Committee noted previous comments dated May 25, 2000 of the Department of Business &
Planning Services, as documented in the minutes of the Committee's meeting held on May 30,
2000, in which Planning staff recommend refusal of the application. No further comments were
forthcoming from the Department of Business & Planning Services.
The Committee noted previous comments dated May 18, 2000 from the Director of Building in
which he advised that a building permit is required for renovation and the new basement for
the existing house; the wall located less than 4 ft. to the property line shall have no opening;
and the basement is not permitted unless a permit is given by the GRCA if the building is
within the regulatory flood line. No further comments were forthcoming from the Director of
Building.��
The Committee noted previous comments dated May 24, 2000 of the Planning & Culture
Department, Region of Waterloo, in which they advised that they had no concerns with this
application. No further comments were forthcoming from the Planning & Culture Department,
Region of Waterloo.
The Committee noted previous comments dated May 25, 1999, from the Grand River
Conservation Authority, as documented in the minutes of the Committee's meeting held on May
30, 2000, in which they requested deferral of the application. The Committee also noted revised
comments dated June 19, 2000 from the Grand River Conservation Authority in which they
advised that further to our comments dated May 25, 2000, please be advised that Naylor
Engineering Associates Ltd. has submitted an addendum to the geotechnical investigation (dated
June 15, 2000). The addendum outlines the current application to add a basement and an
addition at 254G Woolwich Street. We understand that the existing house is located 10 metres
from the top of the Grand River bank, and the addition will be approximately 10 metres from the
top of the bank. The geotechnical engineer states that the house addition will not have a
negative impact on slope stability. Please be advised we will accept the advice of the
geotechnical engineer. The recommendations of the geotechnical report (dated April 2000 -pages
6 and 7) should be considered prior to construction. Please note that there should be no fill
placement at the crest of the slope or over the face of the existing slope.
Furthermore, we have received a satisfactory site plan application and have received
confirmation that the existing septic system will be utilized.
As our previous concerns have been addressed, we have no further objection to the approval of
the minor application conditional upon:
The submission and approval of a Lot Grading Plan, indicating existing and proposed
grades prior to construction. 0))
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250 JUNE 20, 2000
1, Submission No.: A 2000-035 Con_fd
l ° 2. if required, the applicant obtain a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 149 as amended
by 69193, 66914and Scheduled Area, trio Go construction iverConservation Authority for works within
the Grand River
Mr. B. Turnbull advised that he appreciated the efforts of Planning astaff i in working
of the pwith roposed
parties
to the application. He noted that Mr. Van Dongen, potent
renovations had also been working with the Grand River Conservation Authority and requested
Mr. Van Dongen to update the Committee in this regard.
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Mr. Van Dongen advised ow edict an their
amended oncemsrhave been addressed, Accordingly, rt had been prepared and eMr.oVan
GRCA, who have application.
Dongen requested the Committee's favourable consideration of the
Ms. S. Campbell pointed out that the GRCA is requesting that approval of the application be
subject to 2 conditions. Mr. Van Dongen advised that the applicant has no difficulty with these
conditions and was prepared to comply.
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the area appears imminent and several other similar applications have been previously dealt with
and approved.
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
seconded by Mr. B. Dahms
That the application of Fran & Walter Filipitsch requesting permission to expand the legal non-
conforming use by adding a basement and oximditions to the main floor and 22.38 m (241 sq ft.) for 12 5%,he don Pa storeY lLot
increasing the building floor areaa by by approximately
125, German Company hr StreetsNorth,ct das Part Kitchenerr,on , Ontario, ence Plan 5BR-1 1, rear land BE APPROVED, subject ov
R.O.W., 254G Woothe
following conditions: obtain a
1. That the owner shallbasementbasement for to commencing renovations and
he existing house
construction of the ne
2. That the wall to be located less than 1.2 m (4 ft.) to the property line shall have no
opening. the
3. That if the building istois given within
the Grani regulatory Consne, the basement shall not be
Conservation Authority.
permitted ante apermit
4. That the owner shall submit to, and receive approval of, the Grand River Conservation
Authority, a Lot Grading Plan indicating existing and proposed grades prior to construction.
t pursuant to Ontario
tion
5. That, if69193, ,669/94 andll142/98, from hbtain a ie Grand River Conservation Authori
amendedd by Authority for
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works within the Grand River Scheduled Area, prior to construction.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1, The variance requested in this application is minor in nature.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
(�. 3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-law and Municipal Plan
\\` are being maintained on the subject property. Carried
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 251
CONSENT
JUNE 20, 2000
1. Submission Nos:
B 2000-036 & B 2000-037
Applicant:
Polatsek & Weiland Holdings Limited
Property Location:
30, 40, 50 and 60 Alpine Court
Legal Description:
Part of Lot 6, Registered Plan 1022, Part of Lots 3 and 4, Registered
Plan 1023, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 5BR-5369 and
Parts 2 & 3 on Reference Plan 58R-2570 and Parts 4, 5 and 6 on
Reference Plan 58R-1380
Appearances:
In Support:
None
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
As no one was in attendance to support these applications, the Committee agreed to delay its
consideration of the applications to later in the meeting.
CONSENT & MINOR VARIANCE
1. Submission Nos.: B 2000-039 & A 2000-036
Applicant: Thayer Developments
Property Location: 80 Westmeadow Drive
Legal Description: Part of Block 1, Registered Plan 58M-118, designated as Parts 47,
48, 49, 50 and 93 on Reference Plan 58R-11976
The Chair advised that the Committee was in receipt of a letter dated June 19, 2000 from Mr. K.
Hillis, Black, Shoemaker, Robinson & Donaldson Limited, requesting deferral of this application.
By general consent, the Committee agreed to defer this application to the Committee of
Adjustment meeting to be held on July 18, 2000.
The Committee then recessed the meeting temporarily, at 9:40 a.m., to allow an opportunity for all
parties to applications listed for consideration on the Committee's 10:00 a.m, agenda to arrive. This
meeting reconvened at 10:00 a.m.
APPLICATIONS
MINOR VARIANCE
1. Submission No.:
A 2000-037
Applicant:
Sergio Silveira
Property Location:
41 Barclay Avenue
Legal Description;
Part of Lots 302 & 306 Registered Plan 230
Appearances:
In Support: Mr. S. Silveira
41 Barclay Avenue
Kitchener ON N2M 4B2
Contra: None
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/ 1. Submission No.: A 2000-037(Cont'd
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission for the following
variances:
legalization of an existing rear addition having a sideyard setback of 0.79 m (2.6 ft.), rather
than the required 1.2 m (4 ft.) and a rearyard setback of 4.29 m (14.1 ft.), rather than the
required 7.5 (24.6 ft.).
legalization of an existing frame shed having a sideyard setback of 0.42 m (1.4 ft.), rather than
the required 0.62 m (2 ft.) and a rearyard setback of 0.51 m (1.7 ft.), rather than the required
1.2 m (4 ft.); and,
legalization of an existing covered front porch having a sideyard setback of 0.61 m (2 ft.),
rather than the required 1.2 m (4 ft.).
The Committee noted the comments of the Department of Business and Planning Services in
which they advised that the subject property is located on the westerly side of Barclay Avenue
between Queen's Boulevard and Glen Road and contains a one and half storey single detached
dwelling which was constructed in approximately 1950. A detached frame shed and vinyl sided
addition were constructed at the rear of the subject property in 1997 and a front porch was added
in 1998.
The applicant requires the minor variances as outlined above in order to bring the deficient
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setbacks of the shed, addition, and front porch into compliance with Zoning By-law 85-1.
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, staff offers the following comments.
The vinyl -sided addition and front porch do not protrude further into the northerly interior side yard
than the portion of the dwelling that was constructed in 1950. As the established setback is
maintained, the deficiencies in the setback of the addition and porch from the northerly side lot
would not appear to adversely impact the abutting property to the north.
The extension of the front porch up to the northerly exterior wall of the dwelling is desirable as it
has allowed the applicant to provide a desirable architectural feature and enhanced the
appearance of the dwelling from the street. Also, the construction of the addition has provided the
applicant with needed usable living space.
The rear yard of the frame shed and the rear yard of the vinyl sided addition abut the open rear
yard of the neighbouring property to the west. Also, although the vinyl sided addition encroaches
into the required rear yard setback, a sufficiently sized rear yard amenity area is still provided at
the rear of the dwelling.
The deficiency in the side yard setback of the frame shed of 0.18 m (0.59 ft.) is not discernible
and its location relative to the southerly lot line allows it to be easily accessed via the existing
driveway at the side of the dwelling. The reduced rear yard setback of the frame shed allows the
rear yard amenity area to be maximized and provides an ample clearance between the front of
the frame shed and the rear corner of the dwelling and access to the rear yard.
As the effects of the variances will be minor, the general intent of the Zoning By-law and
Municipal Plan will be maintained.
Accordingly, the Department of Business and Planning Services recommends approval of the
variances to bring the location of the vinyl sided addition, the frame shed, and the front porch
'' into compliance with Zoning By-law 85-1.
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I.
2.
Submission No.: A 2000-037 Cont'd �1
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends that minor variance application
A 2000-037, be approved.
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in which he advised that the
Building Division has no concerns or comments with respect to this application.
The Committee noted the comments of the Planning & Culture Department, Region of Waterloo
in which they advised that Regional staff have reviewed the application and have no concerns;
however, any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional
Development Charge By-law 99-038, or any successor thereof and may require the payment of
Regional Development Charges for this development prior to the issuance of a building permit,
The Committee noted the comments of the Grand River Conservation Authority in which they
advised they have no comments or concerns with respect to this application.
The Chair reviewed the staff comments, noting that staff are recommending approval of the
application and enquired if Mr. Silveira had anything further to add. Mr. S. Silveira advised that
he had reviewed the staff reports and had nothing further to add.
As there were no further questions or comments forthcoming, the Chair called for a motion.
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of Sergio Silveira requesting permission to legalize an existing covered front
porch having a sideyard setback of 0.61 m (2 ft.), rather than the required 1.2 m (4 ft.); to legalize
an existing rear addition having a sideyard setback of 0.79 m (2.6 ft.), rather than the required 1.2 ,\
m (4 ft.) and a rearyard setback of 4.29 m (14.1 ft.), rather than the required 7.5 m (24.6 ft.); and }
to legalize an existing frame shed having a sideyard setback of 0.42 m (1.4 ft.), rather than the
required 0.6 m (1.97 ft.) and a rearyard setback of 0.51 m (1.7 ft.), rather than the required 1.2 m
(4 ft.), on Part of Lots 302 and 306, Registered Plan 230. 41 Barclay Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor in nature.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-law and Municipal Pian
are being maintained on the subject property.
Carried
Submission No.:
A 2000-038
Applicant:
Harold & Marion Dyer
Property Location:
Legal Description:
113 Bankside Drive
Part Block 37, Plan 1727, designated as Parts 7 & 23 on Reference
Plan 58R-9995
Appearances:
In Support:
Mr. & Mrs. H. Dyer
113 Bankside Drive
Kitchener ON N2N 3G1
Contra: None
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2. Submission No.: A 2000-038 Cont'd
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to construct a 3 season
room to the rear of the existing dwelling by closing in the existing deck, having a rearyard setback
of 6.4 m (21 ft.), rather than the required 7.62 m (25 ft.).
The Committee noted the comments of the Department of Business & Planning Services in
which they advised that the subject property is the end unit of a block of street townhouse
dwellings located on Bankside Drive. The lands are designated Low Rise Residential in the City's
Municipal Plan and are zoned Residential Six Zone (R-6) according to Zoning By-law 85-1.
The applicants are proposing to enclose an existing 3.05 m x 3.05 m deck at the rear of the
dwelling as a three -season sunroom. The R-6 zone requires a minimum rear yard of 7.5 metres
whereas only 6.4 metres would be provided. Accordingly, the applicant has requested a minor
variance to reduce the minimum rear yard requirement from the required 7.5 metres to 6.4
metres.
The variance can be considered to be minor in nature as it will not greatly impact on abutting
properties and would be located on the end side of the townhouse block, rather than immediately
adjacent to the abutting unit and would not extend the full width of the dwelling. There is no
development to the rear of the property and the remaining rear yard is still sufficient for most
activities. Further, the dwelling will continue to be within the maximum 40% lot coverage. As
which, the proposed variance would be considered to be appropriate to the subject lands and
Rtwould maintain the general intent of the Municipal Plan and Zoning By-law.
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends approval of Submission A
2000-038.
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in which he advised that a building
permit is required for construction of the new sunroom.
The Committee noted the comments of the Planning & Culture Department, Region of Waterloo
in which they advised that Regional staff have reviewed the application and have no concerns;
however, any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional
Development Charge By-law 99-038, or any successor thereof and may require the payment of
Regional Development Charges for this development prior to the issuance of a building permit.
The Committee noted the comments of the Grand River Conservation Authority in which they
advised they have no comments or concerns with respect to this application.
The Chair reviewed the staff comments, noting that staff are recommending approval of the
application subject to a building permit being obtained for construction of the new sunroom. The
Chair enquired if Mr. & Mrs. Dyer had anything further to add and they responded that they did
not.
As there were no further questions or comments forthcoming, the Chair called for a motion.
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of Harold & Marion Dyer requesting permission to construct a 3 season
sunroom to the rear of the existing dwelling by closing in the existing deck, having a rearyard
setback of 6,4 m (21 ft.), rather than the required 7.5 m (24.6 ft.), on Part Block 37, Plan 1727,
designated as Parts 7 & 23 on Reference Plan 58R-9995, 113 Bankside Drive, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
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2. Submission No.. A 2000-038 Cont'd
JUNE 20, 2000
1. That the owner shall obtain a building permit prior to construction of the new sunroom.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor in nature.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-law and Municipal Plan
are being maintained on the subject property.
Carried
3. Submission No.: A 2000-039
Applicant: Kerry Johnston
Property Location,. 2444 Guelph Street
Le al Descri tion: Part of Lot l] Registered Plan 386
Appearances:
In Support: Mr. T. Cinkant
217 St. Leger Street
Kitchener ON N2H 4M4
Contra'. None
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to construct a sunroom
onto the rear of the existing dwelling having a rearyard setback of 4.87 m (16 ft.), rather than the
required 7.5 m (24.6 ft.).
The Committee noted the comments of the Business and Planning Services Department in
which they advised the subject property is located on the north side of Guelph Street, east of
Waterloo Street, west of Weber Street and directly adjacent to the Waterloo St. Jacob's Railway
Company track. A one -storey bungalow home is located on the property.
The house has a rear yard setback of 28.03 feet in the east rear corner and 30.72 feet in the west
rear comer. The applicant wishes to construct a 27 square metre (288 square feet) addition in the
rear yard. Application for minor variance is necessary to reduce the minimum rear yard setback
requirement from 7.5 metres (24.6 feet) to 4.87 metres (16 feet) to permit the construction of the
sunroom addition.
The adjacent properties would not be negatively impacted by the proposed addition. A hedge of
approximately 1.2 m (4 ft.) in height, separates the applicant's east property line from the
Waterloo St. Jacob's Railway Company track to the east. To the west, another single family
dwelling exists with a concrete driveway encroaching 1.37 m (4.49 feet) over the property line.
The driveway leads to a detached garage on the neighbour's property, with a side yard setback of
approximately 1.1 feet. The applicant's rear yard is sheltered from view by this westerly
neighbour's detached rear yard garage. On both sides of the lot, the addition respects the side
yard. The rear yard of the subject land abuts the rear lot line of a property fronting on Waterloo
Street. This property has a rear yard of approximately 24 meters (80 feet), therefore, a sunroom
in the applicant's rear yard would have little affect on the residents of this property. The proposed
addition can be considered minor in nature since the addition would not be easily visible to any
adjacent neighbours and would, therefore, not infringe on the ability of these neighbours to enjoy
their own properties.
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JUNE 20, 2000
3. Submission No.: A 2000-039(Cont'd)
The design of the addition supports the argument that the application is minor in nature and
supports the intent of the by-law. The reduced rear yard is required only for a portion of the yard
and the 4.87 m yard is the minimum required for only part of the rear yard, due to the deck
design, leaving sufficient outdoor amenity space for the dwelling. The reversed "L" shaped
structure with the wing extending in a northeasterly direction towards the railway tracks would
minimize the impact on the property owner to the west since the proposed structure would be
oriented towards the east property line.
Without the need for a minor variance, the applicant would be permitted to construct an addition
of approximately 1.2 m (4 feet) in width and maintain the required minimum rear yard setbacks
described in the Zoning By-law for the R-6 Zone. However, a 1.2 m (4 feet) addition would result
in a 3.3 m2 (36 square feet) room that would not be sufficient size for the desired sunroom. The
proposed addition of 27 mz (288 square feet) provides a more useable space and is desirable for
the use of the land.
Staff is of the opinion that the application maintains the general intent of the Zoning By-law and
Municipal Plan.
Accordingly, the Department of Business and Planning Services recommends approval of a
variance to permit the applicant to construct a sunroom addition at the rear of the house.
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends that minor variance application
A 2000-039 be approved, to permit a rear yard addition with a reduction of the minimum rear yard
requirement from 7.5 metres (24.6 feet) to 4.87m (16 feet) generally in accordance with the plan
attached to this application.
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in which he advised that a building
r permit is required for construction of the new sunroom.
The Committee noted the comments of the Planning & Culture Department, Region of Waterloo
in which they advised that Regional staff have reviewed the application and have no concerns;
however, any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the Regional
Development Charge By-law 99-038, or any successor thereof and may require the payment of
Regional Development Charges for this development prior to the issuance of a building permit.
The Committee noted the comments of the Grand River Conservation Authority in which they
advised that they have no comments or concerns with respect to this application.
The Chair reviewed the staff comments, noting that staff are recommending approval of the
application subject to a building permit being obtained prior to construction of the new sunroom.
The Chair enquired if Mr. Cinkant had anything further to add and Mr. T. Cinkant responded that
he would like clarification of the Region's comments wherein they suggest there may be a fee for
Regional Development Charges with respect to this application prior to issuance of a building
permit.
Ms. J. Given advised that Regional Development Charges only apply to new construction and,
accordingly, would not be applicable to this application; however, the standard fee for a building
permit would apply.
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of Kerry Johnston requesting permission to construct a sunroom addition
onto the rear of the existing dwelling having a rearyard setback of 4.87 m (16 ft.), rather than the
required 7.5 m (24.6 ft.), on Part of Lot D, Registered Plan 386, 244 Guelph Street, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
04 1. That the owner shall obtain a building permit prior to construction of the new sunroom.
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3.
JUNE 20, 2000
Submission No.: A 2000-039 Cont'd
2. That the variance as approved in this application shall be generally in accordance with the
plan submitted with Minor Variance Application, Submission No. A 2000-037.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor in nature.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-law and Municipal Plan
are being maintained on the subject property.
Carried
CONSENT
Submission No.:
B 2000-040
Applicant:
Ingeborg Huber
Property Location:
8 & 10 Carnaby Crescent
Legal Description:
Lot 34, Registered Plan 1216, designated as Parts 1 to 4 inclusive on
Reference Plan 58R-12142
Appearances:
In Support:
Ms. 1. Huber
227 Roxton Drive
Waterloo ON N2T 1N7
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to divide the subject
lands by severing a parcel of land and retaining a parcel of land having an area of 0.43 ha (0.106
ac), with each parcel containing half of an existing semi-detached dwelling. The lands to be
severed will have frontage on Carnaby Crescent of 10.53 m (34.55 ft.), by a depth of 36.4 m
(119.47 ft.) and an area of 0.034 ha (0.082 ac).
The Committee noted the comments of the Department of Business & Planning Services in
which they advised that the subject lands presently contain a semi-detached dwelling, more
specifically 8 and 10 Carnaby Crescent. The owner proposes to sever No. 8 Carnaby
Crescent, creating two separate parcels. The building on the property was constructed in
1968, and was constructed as a semi-detached dwelling. It appears to be used as two
separate dwellings at present.
Surrounding land uses on Carnaby Crescent include a mixture of single, semi-detached, and
triplex dwellings. The immediate neighbouring land uses include another semi-detached
dwelling immediately north of the subject property. Parking for the severed lands is provided
between the dwelling and the southerly lot line, and parking for the dwelling to be retained is
provided in an attached garage on the north side of the dwelling. The property is subject to an
easement in favour of the City and Bell Canada and described as Parts 3 and 4, Plan 58R-
12142. The easement is located along the north and west limits of the prop". J���]
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COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 258
Submission No.: B 2000-040 Con—
JUNE 20, 2000
The subject lands are designated Low Rise Residential in the Municipal Plan. This designation
permits a full range of housing types and encourages the mixing and integration of different
forms of housing to achieve a low overall intensity of use. The proposed severance of this
dwelling into two separate parcels complies with this policy. in addition, the proposed lot sizes
comply with the minimum requirements of the R4 zone for a semi-detached dwelling. All other
regulations pertaining to a semi-detached dwelling as required by this zone are satisfied. It
would also appear that the dwelling has been used as two units for some time, possibly
ince
its construction in 1968. The severance of the dwelling into two separate parcels enables each
unit to be conveyed separately.
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends approval of Submission B
2000-040 subject to the following condition:
1, That satisfactory arrangements be made with the City of Kitchener for the payment of
any outstanding Municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in which he advised that the
applicant must ensure that a 1 hour fire separation party wall extends from the basement
through to the underside of the roof deck at the new property line.
The Committee noted the comments of the Planning & Culture Department, Region of
Waterloo in which they advised that Regional staff have reviewed the application and have no
concerns; however, any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the
Regional Development Charge By-law 99-038, or any successor thereof and there may be a
Regional fee assessed for development agreements, if required.
The Committee noted the eobjection comment
ton os oncer coand ncerns h resver Conservation pect t to this applicatiuonority in which they
advised that they haven l
The Committee f this application be subject t the follow ngdconditionro in �ch they advised that
they request approval
1. That the Applicant make satisfactory arrangements with Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro for the
adjustments to the electrical servicing to the lands to be severed before the severances
are granted.
The Chair reviewed the staff comments, noting that staff are recommending approval of the
application subject to certain conditions. The Chair enquired if Ms. Huber had anything further to
add and Ms. Huber responded that she did not.
As there were no further questions or comments forthcoming, the Chair called for a motion.
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of Ingeborg Huber requesting permission to convey a parcel of land
containing half of an existing semi-detached dwelling and having frontage on Carnaby Crescent
of 10.53 m (34.55 ft.), by a depth of 36.4 m (119.47 ft.) and an area of 0.034 ha (0.82 ac), on Lot
34, Registered Plan 1216, designated as Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4 inclusive on Reference Plan 58R-
12142, 8 & 10 Camaby Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE GRANTED, subject to the following
conditions:
1, That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener for the
payment of any outstanding municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
2. That the owner shall ensure a 1 hour fire separation party wall extends from the basement
through to the underside of the roof deck at the new property line to the satisfaction of the
Director of Building.
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JUNE 20, 2000
Submission No.: B 2000-040 Confd
3 That the adjustments tortheall make electrical servicinglto the lands to be severedarrangements with ener-Wilmot Hydra for the
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision,
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
it is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Carried
2.a) Submission Nos: Pola0tsek & Weil
A 2000-037
pplicantand Holdings Limited
:
Property Location: 30, 40, 50 and 60 Alpine Court
Legal Description: Part of Lot 6, Registered Plan 1022, Part of Lots 3 and 4, Registered
Plan 1023,
on Reference Plan 58R-5369 and
Parts & 3don' 1
Reference Plan58R 2570 and Parts 4, 5 and 6 on
Reference Plan 58R-1380
b) Submission No.: B 2000-041
Applicant: Polatsek & Weiland Holdings Limited and John Weiland Holdings Ltd.
Property Location: 50 & 60 Alpine Court
Legal Description: Part of Lot 4, Registered Plan 1023 and Part of Lot 6, Registered
Plan 1022
Appearances:
In Support: Mr. K. Hanbidge
Shortt, Hanbidge, Snider, Richardson & Welch
7 Union Street East
Box 550
Waterloo ON N2J 4B8
Mr. R. Grant
Barrister & Solicitor
55 King Street West, Suite 1003
Kitchener ON N2G 4W1
Contra: None
Written Submissions:
0
in Support: None
Contra: None }�
(f 4
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
260 JUNE 20, 2000
2, Submission Now. B 2000-036 B 2000-037 & B 2000-041 Gont'd
ered
Consent Applications, Submission Nos. B 2000-036 and B 2000-037 werelpa wonss econsire detlerred
at the Committee's meeting held on May 30, 2000 at which time these app
to allow further discussion to take place with the Region of Waterloo regarding the Region's
concerns relative to a Record of Site Condition.
reviously
cant -Is
With respect rConset
issionnt Bd 2000-036,
de he subject ands into a2 plots, Bot advised lots will have access requesting s from
40
t and
Alpine Court and contain existing warehousing and storage uses. The retained lands (30 &
Alpine Court) edl landshave(50rontage of 5`1.51 m & 60 Alpine Court) will have frontage of 38.1 m (125 ft.) and an arsq.
a
ft.). The severre (
of 4,529 m2 (48,751.34 sq. ft.).
With respect to Consent B 2000-037, the Committee was previously advised that the applicant is
subect lands into twohJand storage s. utsesB Theoret nledalands (40 Alpi
requesting permission to existing wit eousing ne
Alpine Court and
Court) will hav he
30 Al pine Court) will havefrontage of 21.15 m (69.39 ft.) and a (14,456.4
area of 1,379 mz
frontae of 18-28 m
severed lands ( p
(14,$43.91 sq. ft.). 36 and B
With respect to Consents
the Department of Bus anoted previous comments
ess & Planning Services sdocume t n
d the
dated May 16, 2000
at they
minutes of the Committee's meeting
licatio s sub act o certain Iconditions.they
No furtheradvised
ca
support approval of both of these applications
1
were forthcoming from the Department of Business & Planning Services with respect to Consents
B 2000-036 and B 2000-037.
The Committee noted previous comments dated May 18, 2000 with respect to Consents B 2000-
ng Division has
036 & B erns o37 from the comments Director
respectlto gthesewhich
appl'ica ions. advised
that
No further
comments were
no concerns or co applications.
forthcoming from the Director of Building with respect to these app
The Committee noted previous comments dated May 25,
2000 with respect to Consents B 2000-
and B 2000-m3nutesof the Committees meti g held on May 30, 2000.
tleDo
f Waterloo, as
documented
Committee
documented in the
also noted commathe datede aerated their comments of May 25, rom the Planning
000. Culture Department, Region o
Waterloo, in which y
0 from
The Committee noted previous iver
h they advisedthatthey yha a no 25, Oobject on for concerns Grand Rwith
Conservation Authority
respect to the B 2000-036 and
8 O -037. No further comments were forthcoming from the
GRCA with respect to these applications.
ittee was advised that the applicant is requesting
With respect to Consent B 2000-041, the Comm
permission to divide the subject lands by severing fl parcel
ofland will a frontage on Alpine Court
and retaining a having an area of 7,623.2 m (82,056.12 sq. ft.). parcels wil
and contain general industrial uses. The lands to be severedl have
ve frontage
132,4 of 5.) 4Te
(84.8 ft.), by a depth of 118.87 m (389.99 ft.) and an area of 6,050th
applicant is also requesting
e pe h othep for the purpose of haredoth the retained
rmissin for rights-of-WaY over acce s andan easemen toveer
severed lands in favour
the retained lands in favour of the severed lands for stormwater purposes.
B 2000-041
artment
of
The Committee noted the e comments
in twhih theyect to adv sed thattt e properties (alre tDhe subject of
Business &Planning Sr
Consent application 62000-036 which proposes to sever 50 & 60 Alpine Court from 30 and 4
ne Court. The
Alpine Court. Two industrial
to buildings
ate independently owned parcels together with l rights -of -ways
application seeks app ase of the application is to
over each for access and an easement for storm servicing. The pure
facilitate the sale of 50 Alpine Court to the Waterloo Region Foodbank for a warehouse.
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 269
2. Submission Nos: B. 2000-036 B 2000-037 & B 2000-041 Cont'd
JUNE 20, 2000
21
While the buildings have been developed on one lot, each proposed lot complies with the M-2
zoning provisions once severed. It is noted that the parking for the severed lands has not been
demarcated on the site in accordance with the site plan agreement, which should be remedied
prior to occupancy of the building to ensure sufficient, properly arranged parking is available for
the future use.
lot
to
The key issue in considering the severance and aateris e as�conne conneicing of ctions oltcatedpsot as mo afford
unicipal
services and access. The sanitary,g approval for the
independent connections after the severance. The application requests app
each lot over half of the driveway in favour of the other. This
establishment of a right -of- way on
provides suitable vehicular access for each lot.
The stormwater for the entire site is managed on a portion of the retained lands, which would
require that an easement be granted over these lands in favour of the severed lands for this
purpose. The attached plan shows the area required for this easement. Within this area, the
storm sewer outlet for the severed lands is also located, so that the same easement area will be
required for both storm facilities and stormwater management.
As the consent application will simply facilitate separate title to each building and suing
land, provided the requisite rights-of-way and easements are established, the application
supported.
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends approval of Submission B
2000-041 to create a new lot, establish a right-of-way for access over each lot and establish an
easement over the retained lands in favour of the severed lands for storm and stormwater
management be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That all documents creating the easements be prepared to the satisfaction of the City
Solicitor.
2. That the owners of 50 and 60 Alpine Court enter into an agreement, to be approved by the
City Solicitor, which will provide for the joint maintenance of the rights-of-way for access
and easements for storm and stormwater management and that the easements and
rights-of-way are maintained in perpetuity.
rm
3. That a draft reference riglan ht -of -way for proposed
approved byfor
theoCity's and
Manageratof
management ghof--way foraccess
Engineering Development.
4. That satisfactory arrangements be made with the City of Kitchener for the payment of any
outstanding Municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
5 That the deed for Consent application B2000-036 be endorsed.
The Committee noted the comments with respect to Consent B 2000-041 of the Director of
Building in which he advised that the Building Division has no concerns or comments with
respect to this application.
The Committee noted the comments with respect to Consent B 2000-041 of the Planning &
Culture Department, Region of Waterloo in which they advised that Regional staff have reviewed
thnufalctu iln n and the subject uses. As such, the elands
is a moadjacent
d atettolands
high pots t al that the ubjectindustrial
la ds have
manufacturing
been impacted.
As the approval authority for this application, the Committee of Adjustment is responsible for
ensuring that the proposed lot complies with the Health and Safety provisions under the Planning
Act. Considering the health concerns associated with the adjacent industrial and manufacturing
uses, Regional staff recommend that the Committee of Adjustment's approval of the application
be subject to:
w
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
262 JUNE 20, 2404
2. Submission Nos- B 2000-036 B 2000-037 & B 2000-041 Cont'd
f r/
i} the completion of a Record of Site Condition for the lands subject to the application
4' r acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment; or
ii) the submission of a remedial work plan certified by the consultant
and the Ministry of the
the owner (as
reviewed and approved by Regional staff and/or, where appropriate.
Environment), which demonstrates that the site can be appropriately remediated to permit
the proposed use, with the stamping of the deed subject to the completion of the Record of
Site Condition (acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment).
ion of
If the committeee,ith thecides to CommittCommittee, not the Regose this ion,nent, it should be imposed as a responsible for its release. No furtherltaction will
Committee, with
taken the Resa plwere future
decision decision specifically indicates that
our comments on considered during the makng process. The
vised that any development on the
Region further Development Charge By-law 99-038, or ubject lands is subject to the provisions of
the Regional Q pany successor thereof and there may be a
Regional fee assessed for development agreements, if required.
00-041
iver
The Committee noted the wcomments h ch theywith respect to advised that theysent have B o0object on forthe
con ernsGrand Rwith
Conservation Authority
respect to this application.
mot Hydro in
The Committee noted the comments with oval ct. of the 2000-041 applicato n beof subject ilsubject ohe following
which they advised that they request app
conditions:
1. That the Applicant make satisfactory arrangements with Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro for the
provision of electrical servicing to the lands to be severed before the severances are
granted.
2. That the Applicant make arrangements for the granting of any easements required by
N104 Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro before the severances are granted.
Mr. K. Hanbidge advised that he was acting as Solicitor for the applicant of Consents B 2000-036
and B 2000-037s vRecord by the
Committee allow
discussion to
take place
with the Region respectingpreviously
a of Site Condition. Mr. Hanbidge advised that discussions have taken place with the Region and the applicant is now prepared to accept the conditions
proposed by the Region with respect to the Record of Site Condition.
Mr. S. Grant advised that he was the Solicitor acting on behalf of the applicant of Consent B
2000-041 and advised that he had reviewed the staff comments and was in agreement with the
recommendations proposed.
In response to questioning, Mr. Hanbidge and Mr. Grant reviewed the
proposed
rop st sever with the
s in
relation to the parts outlined on the plans submitted with the app
required right-of-ways and easements for Consent B 2000-041.
Ms. S. Campbell enquired if the applicants were prepared to accept the Regional conditions to
d to
apply ton all 3 consents Kitchener Wilmot Hydro and Mr. Grant advised that he was a n agreementwi h
the conditions of K
these conditions.
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263 JUNE 20, 2000
2. Submission Nos: B 2000-036 B 2000-037 & B 2000-041 Cont'd
Consent B 2004-036
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
Seconded by Mr. S. Kay
That the application of Polatsek & Weiland Holdings Limited requesting permission to convey a
parcel of land having frontage on Alpine Court of 38.1 m (125 ft.), by a depth of 118.87 m (389.99
ft.) and an area of 4,529 m2 (48,751.34 sq. ft.), on Part of Lot 6, Registered Plan 1022, Part of
Lots 3 & 4, Registered Plan 1023, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-5369 and Parts 2
& 3 on Reference Plan 58R-2570 and Parts 4, 5 & 6 on Reference Plan 58R-1380, 30, 40, 50 &
60 Alpine Court, Kitchener, Ontario, BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements hnprof Kitchener
chafor the
payment of any outstandingmunicipal property s and/or local
imp2. That the owner shall complete one of the foilowing to the satisfaction of the City's Principal
Planner, namely:
i) completion of a Record of Site Condition for the lands subject to the application
acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment; or,
ii) submission of a remedial work plan certified by the consultant nd the owner (as
the Ministry of
reviewed and approved by Regional staff and/or, where appropriate,trem Ministry
f
the Environment) which demonstrates that the site can be appropriately
on
of the Recorto ermit thproposed use, with the stamping of t d of Site Condition acknowledged byhe Ministry of thhe deed subject e Envi o mthe lent.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
�7
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Carried
Consent B 2000137
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
Seconded by Mr. S. Kay
That the application of Polatsek & Weiland Holdings Limited requesting permission to convey a
65.22 m
parcel of land having frontag39Alpine{14 843.91 sq. ft.}� o Pa6rt ofL otft.)6bReg stered Plan 1022,
(213.97 ft.) and an area of 1,7
Part of Lots 3 & 4, Registered Plan 1023, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-5369 and
40, 50 & 60 Alpineerence Kiittchener, Ontario, BE GRANTED, ubject torence th olllowinglan 8 conditions:
40, p
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 264
JUNE 20, 2000
2. Submission Nos: B 2000-036. B 2000-037 & B 2000-041(Cont�
1. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener for the
payment of any outstanding municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
2. That the deed for Consent Application, Submission No. B 2000-036, shall be endorsed.
3. That the owner shall complete one of the following to the satisfaction of the City's Principal
Planner, namely:
i) completion of a Record of Site Condition for the lands subject to the application
acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment; or,
ii) submission of a remedial work plan certified by the consultant and the owner (as
reviewed and approved by Regional staff and/or, where appropriate, the Ministry of
the Environment) which demonstrates that the site can be appropriately remediated
to permit the proposed use, with the stamping of the deed subject to the completion
of the Record of Site Condition acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
�!(� 2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan,
Carried
Consent B 2000-041
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
Seconded by Mr. S. Kay
That the application of Polatsek & Weiland Holdings Limited and John Weiland Holdings Ltd.
requesting permission to convey a parcel of land having frontage on Alpine Court of 25.848 m
(84.8 ft.), by a depth of 118.87 m (389.99 ft.) and an area of 6,050.8 mz (65,132.4 sq. ft.); and to
grant right-of-ways for access over both the lands to be retained and the lands to be severed in
favour of each other; and to grant an easement for storm and stormwater management over the
lands to be retained (Parcel 1) in favour of the lands to be severed (Parcel 2); on Part of Lot 4,
Registered Plan 1023 and Part of Lot 6, Registered Plan 1022, 50 & 60 Alpine Court, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That all documents creating the easements shall be prepared to the satisfaction of the City
Solicitor.
2. That the owners of 50 & 60 Alpine Court shall enter into an agreement to be approved by
the City Solicitor, which will provide for the joint maintenance of the right-of-ways for
access and easements for storm and stormwater management and that the easements
0_0 and right-of-ways are maintained in perpetuity.
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3.
265
Submission Nos: B 2000-036 B 2000-037 & B 2000-041 Conld
JUNE 20, 2000
3. That a draft reference plan showing the proposed easement ed b r storm
City's Manageroter
of
management and right-of-ways for access shall be app Y tY'
Engineering Development.
4. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener for the
payment of any outstanding municipal property taxes andlor local improvement charges.
5. That the deed for Consent Application, Submission No, B 2000-036, shall be endorsed.
6. That the owner shall complete one of the following to the satisfaction of the City's Principal
Planner, namely:
i) completion of a Record of Site Condition for the lands subject to the application
acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment; or,
ii) submission of a remedial work plan certified by the consultant and the owner (as
reviewed and approved by Regional staff and/or, where appropriate, the Ministry of
the Environment) which demonstrates that the site can be appropriately remediated
to permit the proposed use, with the stamping of the deed subject to the completion
of the Record of Site Condition acknowledged by the Ministry of the Environment.
7. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with Kitchener -Wilmot Hydra for the
provision of electrical servicing for the lands to be severed.
8. That the owner shall make arrangements for the granting of any easements required by
Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands,
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Carried
Submission No.:
B 2000-042
Applicant:
Alpine Holdings Corporation
725 Ottawa Street South & Alpine Road
Property Location:
Legal Description:
Block A, Registered Plan 1246, designated as Parts 4, 5, 6, & 8 on
Reference Plan 58R-12353
Appearances:
In Support:
Mr. S. Head
Dryden, Smith & Head
Planning Consultants Ltd.
54 Cedar Street North
Kitchener ON N2H 2X1
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
JUNE 20, 2000
3. Submission No.: B 2000-042 Cont'd
Contra: None
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to create one new lot by
severing a parcel of land and retaining a parcel of land having an area of 9,261.4 m2 (99,692.14
sq. ft.). The lands to be severed are proposed to be developed as an expansion to the existing
commercial plaza and will have frontage on Ottawa Street South of 61.45 m (201.6 ft.) and an
area of 12,763.2 m2 (137,386.43 sq, ft.). The applicant is also requesting permission for rights-of-
way for access purposes and various easements for storm sewer, stormwater management,
hydro, watermains, sanitary sewers and directional signs, over the lands to be retained, the lands
to be severed and lands previously severed under Consent Application B 2000-021 (corner of
Ottawa Street South and Alpine Road) in favour of each other.
The Committee noted the comments of the Department of Business & Planning Services in which
they advised that the applicant has previously submitted several applications to facilitate the
completion of the existing commercial plaza, which has only been partially developed on this site.
The City has recently approved a site plan for the restaurant, and a future phase of the
commercial plaza.
The Committee has considered applications B28199 & B29199 for two consents to mortgage
together with consent for rights -of -Nuys and easements for access and services over these
partially developed lands. The Alpine Plaza was to have two mortgages, and the restaurant site, a
separate one. Since the site plan contemplates that the plaza addition be contiguous with the
existing plaza, and the consent to mortgage passed through the proposed building, the
committee approved Minor Variance A 2000-006 permitting 0 m sideyards instead of 3.0 m along
this potential lot line.
Subsequently, and most recently, consent application B2000-021 was approved to fully sever a
portion of the property that corresponded with the dimensions of the consent to mortgage
application B29199 to facilitate the development of a freestanding McDonald's restaurant. That
application also dealt with various rights -of -ways and easements for access and services.
Due to complications in implementing the conditions of the consent to mortgage, the plaza is now
coming forward with an application for full consent relative to the plaza property. As well, the
application seeks to have approved two additional easements to facilitate the McDonald's
severance.
Reference Plan 58R-12353 which was prepared for application B2000-021 is used as the basis
for the description of rights -of -ways proposed through these applications.
Alpine Plaza
The first component of this application seeks approval to sever a parcel of approximately
12,763.6 square metres for the future expansion of the commercial plaza. The lands proposed to
be severed are very similar to the dimensions of the consent for mortgage granted under
application 628199, and now identified as Parts 4, 5, 6, and 8 on 58R-12353. While they are
currently vacant, these lands will contain the future plaza addition and parking for the additional
uses.
The proposed retained lands consist of the commercial plaza and a freestanding Tim Horton's
Restaurant, (Parts 1,2, 3 and 9).
Staff have considered the appropriateness of the lot line cutting through a commercial unit of the
plaza and propose that if possible, the lot line be adjusted so that it aligns with a wall. This would
prevent building code problems and enable the buildings to be one continuous structure. The
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3.
JUNE 20, 2000
Submission No.: B 2000-042 Cont'd
Committee secretary should consider whether or not the minor variance approval for the 0 metre
sideyard would continue to apply to ensure another application is not required.
A number of servicing easements and rights-of-way for access are required to facilitate this
consent:
➢ A sanitary sewer easement over Part 4, in favour of the retained lands
➢ A water easement over Part 4, in favour of the retained lands.
➢ A storm sewer easement over Parts 4, 5, 6, and 8, in favour of the retained lands
➢ A storm water management easement over Parts 4, 5, 6, and 8, in favour of the retained
lands
➢ A right-of-way for access over Part 5, in favour of the retained lands
➢ A right-of-way for access over Part 2, in favour of the severed lands.
These easements and rights-of-way ensure the proper vehicular access on site and servicing
of the site and are recommended by Planning and Engineering staff.
McDonald's
The second component of this application relates to servicing easements required to facilitate
the development of the freestanding McDonald's restaurant on the parcel to be created by
B2000-021. These include:
➢ A storm sewer easement over Parts 4 and 5, in favour of Parts 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
and 15
➢ A storm water management easement over Parts 4 and 5, in favour of Parts 7, 10, 11,
12, 13, 14, and 15.
Finally, the application seeks approval for easements on each of the proposed plaza properties
in favour of McDonald's to recognize the location of entrance signs. These signs are deemed
to be incidental signs in the City's Zoning By-law and do not require a permit. Howeversuch
easement location must be defined so as not to encumber the entire property and
staff have prepared a sketch showing the general easement area for each of the three
locations.
A. The Department of Business & Planning Services recommends approval of Consent
Application B 2000-042 (McDonald's) to grant easements for storm and stormwater
management and sign locations, subject to the following conditions:
1. That a draft reference plan showing the location of servicing
and sign deposition. easements
be submitted to the City's Principal Planner for final approval prior to
2. That any documents relating to the creation of easements shall be submitted to
the City Solicitor for approval.
3. That an agreement, to be approved by the City Solicitor, be registered against
title of the burdened and benefitting lands to ensure that provision is made for the
maintenance of the common services and that the easements for servicing are
maintained in perpetuity.
B. The Department of Business & Planning Services recommends approval of Consent
Application B 2000-042 (Alpine Plaza) to convey a lot and grant rights-of-way for access
and servicing easements, as amended to locate the lot line along a common wall,
subject to the following conditions:
ty of Kitchener for the
1 That payment lof any outstanding Munsfactory arrangements c pal property taxes e made with the and/or local improvement
charges.
JUNE 20, 2000
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT
268
/ 3, Submission No.: B 2000-042 Confd
{� the location of servicing easements be
2, That a draft reference plan showing
submitted to the City's Principal Planner for final approval prior to deposition.
3. That any documents relating to the creation of easements shall be submitted to the
City Solicitor for approval-
ty
icitor, be r
4. That an agreenst
ment and benefittingto be aands to enby the sure eotlhat pro son is made forered the
title of the burdened for access and that the
M of the common services and right-of-way
easements for servicing and right-of-way for access are maintained in p the City's
,. That the owner make financial arrangements to the satisfaction
General Manager of Public Works, or the installation of ail new service connections
to the severed lands.
or comments with respect to this application.
Director of Building in which he advised that the
The Committee noted the comments of the
Building Division has no concerns
ture
ion Of
The Committee noted the comments of the a codan elanning & with he Regiion's delegated r responsibilities
ti o
Waterloo in which they advised that in
to comment on development spadvsed that behalfhe of the pr oince inant Sources Inventory
the Environment), please b
identifies the lands as having a high potential for contamination based on an historic use o
if the contamination
the property and adjacent properties. Regional staff loanot knowthe proposed use of the property.suspected on the lands would ease a health or safety
unicipality of
As the subject lands are not located within
e Regional st wewouldieesult in he Regigionalon req nsld, the Re to the
Waterloo does not have direct corporate
Record of Site Condition be imposedolon on sloe the creat on Regional of as new lot; however, any
44 approval of the above -noted app
elopment
development on the subject lands is
lthereof and herreect to the omay be a Regi nal De assessed
Charge By-law 99-03B, or any successor
for development agreements, if required.
The Committee noted the comments cancer concerns reser t to this application, Authority in which they
ver Conservation
advised that they have no objection or applications with respect to the subject
Mr. S. Head provided a brief history of previous consent
property, noting that 2 consents formortgage
osever ag (B 8199or a to M Donaid'srRestaurants (B 2000`
financing purposes and a consent to
the 1999 consent applications for financing and, in particular,
021) was granted earlier this year. ° Mr. Head advised that his client has encountered difficulty In
satisfying the conditions relative t it was decided to apply
Vic. Acc. Mr. Head advised that he had
with respect to the required joint maintenance agreement. Accordingly,
for full severance of the lands involved in he 1999 app
reviewed the staff reports and was in agreement with the recommendations contained therein.
in great detail
In response to questioning. Ms. J. Given advised that staff have revCaon includes a that are
lied for in 1999
request for right-of-ways and easements and are satisfied that he app
ii(
has now agreed to move
e sev
required. Ms. Glcent centre further p proposed pointed
buildinghhowever, the apperance line licant
h previously app nce application,
went through the ranted
the severance line so tht a pliedef r earlierlil this yearnwith respect Ito rthisriproperty 9
Submission A 2000-006pp
with respectit° Ca viset Application B 2000-042. Ms. Given further
approval fora 0 m sideyard and Ms. Given advised that staff are satisfied that the variance
approval will continue to applycomparin
clarified g the plan attached to the
the location of the amended severance line by lication for the benefit of the
Planning staff report versus the plan attached to the consent app
Committee.
requested clarification withrrespect
� 240to 0 0he has 2 lidifference
nct ompoenbetween ts. The first is to
A
Mr. B Kay q Given advised that Cons
and B. Ms. J.
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JUNE 20, 2000
Submission No.: B 2000-042 Confd 7
correct the need for servicing easements required for the lands severed under Consent B 2000-
021 which were not applied for at the time B 2000-021 was considered and approved. In
addition, an easement to recognize the location of entrance signs for the severed parcel under
Consent B 2000-021 is also required. The second component of the application seeks to convey
a parcel of land on the subject property and the granting of associated right-of-ways and
easements. Recommendations A and B are relative to the 2 distinct components of Consent B
2000-042 and a separate motion for each part is intended so as not to encumber the lands
severed under Consent B 2000-021 with any conditions applicable to the lands being severed
under B 2000-042.
In reference to the Region's comments, Ms. Given advised that staff are satisfied that it is not
necessary to impose a condition respecting a Record of Site Condition. Mr. Head further pointed
out that a site study has been conducted and no contamination was found.
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
Seconded by Mr. S. Kay
That part of the application of Alpine Holdings Corporation requesting the granting of
easements for storm sewer, storm water management and entrance signs as follows:
a storm sewer easement over Parts 4 & 5, in favour of Parts 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15;
a stormwater management easement over Parts 4 & 5, in favour of Parts 7, 10, 11, 12,
13, 14 & 15;
an easement to recognize the location of entrance signs over Parts 1 to 6 inclusive and
Parts 8 & 9, in favour of Parts 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 & 15;
with all parts as shown on Reference Plan 58R-12353;
on Block A, Registered Plan 1246, designated as Parts 1 to 15 inclusive on Reference Plan
58R-12353, 725 Ottawa Street South and Alpine Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE GRANTED,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That a draft reference plan showing the location of servicing and sign easements shall
be submitted to the City's Principal Planner for final approval prior to deposition.
2. That any documents relating to the creation of easements shall be submitted to the City
Solicitor for approval.
3. That an agreement, to be approved by the City Solicitor, shall be registered against title
of the burdened and benefitting lands to ensure that provision is made for the
maintenance of the common services and that the easements for servicing are
maintained in perpetuity.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
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j 3,
Submission No.: B 2000-0-4-21C-0-00-)
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Carried
Moved by Ms. S. Campbell
Seconded by Mr. S. Kay
That part of the application of Alpine Holdings Corporation requesting permission to convey a
frontage on Ottawa Street South of 61.45 m (201.6 ft.) and an average
parcel of land having
of ways for cate the lot line access long a common
areof 12,763.2 m2access as follows
3easements
wala and t servicing and right
a sanitary sewer easement the lands;
enPavaurin favour
•
• a water easement over � ofi the retained lands;
over Parts 4, 5, 6 & 8, in favour of the retained lands;
a storm sewer easement
easement over Parts 4, 5, 6 & 8, in favour of the retained
a storm water management
lands;
aright -of -way for accesover Part 5, in favour of the retained lands;
s
Part 2, in favour of the severed lands;
a right-of-way for access over
with all parts as shown on Reference Plan 58R-12353;
usive on Reference Plan
istered Plan BE GRANTED,
Street South and Alpine Road,lKitchener,to 15 l
on Block 3,
58R-1235Ontaro,
, 725Ottawa
subject to the following conditions:
(041.
That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener fort e
property taxes and/or local improvement
payment of any outstanding municipal
charges,
2. That a draft reference plan showing the location of servicing easements shall be
for final approval prior to deposition.
submitted to the City's Principal Planner
That any documents relating to the creation of easements shall be submitted to the City
3.
Solicitor for approval.
4. That an agreement, to be approved by the City Solicitor, shall be registered against title
that provision is made for the
of the burdened and benefitting lands to ensure
the common services and rigiht-of-ways for access and that the
maintenance of
easements for servicing and right-of-ways for access are maintained in perpetuity.
5. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Public Works for the installation of all new service connections to
General Manager of
the severed lands.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
e decision of this Committee shall
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section53 o the Planningthe
lapse two years from the date of app 9 20Act,
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
ll l
plan
municipality.
The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
2.
retained lands.
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3. Submission No.:B 2000-042 Cont'd
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Oficial Policies Plan.
Carried
q, Submission No.:
B 2000-043
Applicant: Lutoda Holdings Limited & Calabras (Canada) Limited
Property Location: New Dundee Road
Legal Description: Lots 1 to 8 inclusive and Black 17, Registered Plan 1686, Park of
Biehn's Unnumbered Tract and Part of Lot 9, Beasley's Old Survey
Mr. W. Dahms declared a pecuniary interest in this application as he is a member of the Finance Committee of Conestoga College and did not participate in any discussion or voting with respect
to this application.
with the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, this application was
o t Dahms left the meeting and Mr. S. Kay Chaired the meeting during consideration of this
application and in accordance
considered by the remaining two members.
Appearances:
In Support: Mr. N. Ritchie
Dacon Corporation
685 Gardiners Road
Kingston ON K7M 3Y4
Mr. K. Mullan
Conestoga College
299 Doon Valley Drive
Kitchener ON N2G 4M4
Contra: None
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
t is to convey a parcel of
The Committee was advised thathe oapepli contain g ante fising ting motel, by severing a parcel of
land as a lot addition to an abutting p P a T l of to e
land and retaining a parcel of land having an average area
New Dundee Road of 65.5om (214 89 ft.), by The lands to e
severed will have frontage
(377.29 ft.) and an average area of 0.87 ha (2.15 ac).
anning Services in
The Committee noted the comments of the of the subject properties at 75-109 Newartment of Business & Dundee Road and
which they advised that the o permission to sever a parcel of land on the
2484 Homer Watson Boulevard are requesting ps to convey
northerly side of their largeland dno h at 55 New Dundee Road dev oings. 'The purpose of the severance 1ped with a mlotels to
merge with the abutting lands o the
5.5
res
The parcel ofeland , a depth from 95smetrestage of (311.7 6feet)rto 1115.86 4metresfeet)
(380.12
New Dundee Road, a dep g The parcel is currently vacant.
feet) and an area of approximately 0.87 hectares (2.15 acres).
The parcel of land proposed to be retained has a frontage of approximately 447 metres (1,466
feet) along New Dundee Road and an area of approximately 6.2 hectares (15.32 acres). The
subject parcel is bounded by east dee+s aoad lso on the. west, Highway 401 on the south and
Homer Watson Boulevard on the e
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JUNE 20, 2000
4. Submission No.: B 2000-043 Cont'd
Both the retained and severed parcels are zoned C-6 which allows a variety of service
commercial uses. The property at 55 New Dundee Road with which the severed lands are to
merge, is zoned C-6 and developed with a 117 unit motel complex known as Rodeway Suites.
The lot addition will allow for future expansion of this use.
Special regulation 65R allows for two abutting lots under one ownership to develop with the
minimum yard requirements applying to the only outer lot lines of the consolidated lots which is
the case for these lands.
The Department is of the opinion that the proposed lot addition is appropriate as it would allow
for expansion of development of the motel lands in compliance with the Zoning By-law and the
Municipal Plan.
Planning staff notes that the application also requests that the conveyance of the proposed
severed parcel is to include a right-of-way over Part 2 of the retained land in favour of the
severed lands. This right-of-way exists in favour of the lands in favour of the lands to which
the proposed severed parcel is to merge and is appropriate to be available to the lands.
Accordingly, the Department supports the severance application subject to the conditions listed
below.
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends that Consent Application
82000-043 be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That satisfactory arrangement be made with the City of Kitchener for the payment of any
outstanding municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
2. That the lands to be severed be added to the abutting lands and title be taken in
identical ownership as the abutting lands. Any subsequent conveyance of the parcel to
be severed shall comply with Sections 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning Act, 1995.
3. That the owners of the severed and retained lands enter into a joint maintenance
agreement, to be approved by the City Solicitor, which will ensure that the right-of-way
for both properties is maintained in perpetuity, and provide confirmation that said
agreement has been registered against the title of both properties.
4. That all documents creating the right-of-way be prepared to the satisfaction of the City
Solicitor.
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in which he advised that the
Building Division has no concerns or comments with respect to this application.
The Committee noted the comments of the Planning & Culture Department, Region of Waterloo
in which they advised that due to visibility constraints on New Dundee Road created by the curve
in the road, access to this parcel should be via the right-of-way identified as Part 2 on Plan 588-
8400, with no direct access to New Dundee Road.
The owner will be required to submit a Grading and Drainage Plan to the Regional Commissioner
of Engineering for review and approval. This requirement can be deferred to the site plan stage.
The owner will also be required to undertake a noise study to address any mitigation measures
that may be required due to traffic noise from New Dundee Road, Homer Watson Boulevard and
Highway 401. The owner may wish to enter into a registered agreement with the Region to
prepare the required noise study and undertaken any mitigation measures prior to site plan
approval.
Regional staff have no objection to the approval of the proposed lot creation subject to the
following condition;
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4.
JUNE 20, 2000
Submission No.: B 2000-043Cont'd
1. That prior to final approval of the application, the owner submit a road traffic noise study
for the severed parcel to the Regional Commissioner of Planning and Culture for review,
or enter into a registered development agreement with the Region for completion of the
noise study prior to site plan approval. The owner further enters into a registered Regional
development agreement to implement recommendations contained in the study. The
costs associated with completion and implementation of the study will be at the owner's
expense.
The Committee noted the comments of the Grand River Conservation Authority in which they
advised that they have no objections to the proposed lot addition. The severed parcel and the lot
to be added to are not regulated by Grand River Conservation Authority under Ontari{oReo Regulation
149 as amended by 69/93, 669194 and 142198. The retained parcel app
wetland, however this does not affect the proposed severance.
Ms. S. Campbell enquired if the applicant wa pdthhg tthe
condition
ofaproin
all
requested by the Region. Mr. N. Ritchie suggested at tedetny
addition to an existing right-of-way an entrance already exists for the proposed severed parcel
and no new entrance is proposed. Mr. Ritchie stated that discussions will be undertaken with the
Region with respect to the condition; howa�ver, the applicant is prepared to accept the Region's
recommendation as a condition of approval.
Mr. S. Kay requested clarification as to the lot the severed parcel is to be added to and Mr.
Ritchie advised that the severed parcel would be added to the parcel of land shown as Part 7 on
the sketch attached to the application.
Ms. J. Given referred to the recommendations contained on Page 2 of the Planning staff report
and requested an amendment be made to Condition No, 3 so as to delete the phrase "and
provide confirmation that said agreement has been registered against the title of both properties"
from the end of that condition as registration prior to deed endorsement is not possible. She
advised that the City Solicitor would undertake to ensure that the joint maintenance agreement is
registered on title. in response to questioning, Mr. Ritchie advised that Part 2 shown on the
sketch attached to the application shows the existing right-of-way for access for which a
maintenance agreement has already been registered; however, as a result of the severance it will
be necessary to revise this agreement. Mr. S. Kay requested clarification with regard to the right-
of-way and Ms. Given advised
oval of the rb htt-of-way for access n favour ofecause revisions are required it the severed landsry for the
Committee to grant app g
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of Lutoda Holdings Limited and Calabras (Canada) Limited requesting
permission to convey a parcel of land as a lot addition to an abutting property shown as Part 7 on
Reference Plan 58R-8400, having frontage on New Dundee Road of 65.5 m (214.89 ft.), by an
average depth of 115 m (377.29 ft.) and an average area of 0.87 ha (2.15 ac); and to grant a
right-of-way for access over Part 2 as shown on Reference Plan 5BR-8400, in favour of the
severed lands; on Lots 1 to 8 and Block 17, Registered Plan 1666, Part of Biehn's Unnumbered
Tract and Part of Lot 9, Beasley's Old Survey, New Dundee Road, Kitchener, Ontario, 13E
GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1, That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements
axes and/or local Cmproveitity Of Kitchener
for the
payment of any outstanding municipal property
2. That the lands to be severed shall be added to the abutting lands and title shall be taken in
identical ownership as the abutting lands. Any subsequent conveyance of the parcel to be
severed shall comply with Sections 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning Act, 1995.
3. That the owners of the severed and retained lands shall enter into a joint maintenance
agreement, to be approved by the City Solicitor, which will ensure that the right-of-way for
access for both properties is maintained in perpetuity.
ii
JUNE 20, 2000
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274
4, Submission No.: B 2000-043 Confd for access shall be prepared to the
4. That all documents creating the right -of -MY
satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
oise e Regional
5. The owner shall submit a road traffic ffnre for review,dy for horsshall enter evered into l to a registered
Commissioner of Planning an
development agreement with the Region for completion of the noise study prior
approval. The owner shall fu hations r enter into
registered
the Regional
thdevelopmentcosts
agreement to implement recommend
associated with completion and implementation of the study to li at the all'!fulfil the above -
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 ofbte n Pli n i 2DAct, t e decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, g
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1 • A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies, plan. Carried
5, Submission No.: B 2000-044Schneider Corporation
Applicant: 263 Courtland Avenue & 30 Vernon Avenue
Property Location:
Le al Descri tion: Part Lot 24 Subdivision of Lot 18 German Com an Trac
The Chair advised that the Committee was nres iptof a letter wishes dated June2o, withdraw this application from Mr. D.
Mr.
Solicitor for the applicant, advising
that accordingly, the application was not considered by the Committee.
g, Submission No.: B 20Do-045William Hutton Kaufman
Applicant: 165 Claremont Avenue
Property Location: designated as Part 1 on
Legal Description: Lots 49, 50, 51 & 61, Registered Plan 35D,
Reference Plan 58R-11137
tion as his law firm has acted
Mr. W. Dahms declared a pecuniary interest in this app
iicaspect to the application -
of
h if
of the applicant and did not participate in any discussion or voting with re
Municipal Conflict of interest Act, this application was
Mr. Dahms left the meeting and Ms. S. th Campbell Chaired the meeting during consideration oft is
application and in accordan 2 members.
considered by the remaining
Appearances:
1n Support: Mr. P. Britton
MHBC Planning Limited
171 Victoria Street North
Kitchener ON N2H 5C5
Contra: None
JUNE 20, 2000
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6. Submission No.; -B2 00 045 Cont'd
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to convey a parcel of
Land as a lot addition to an abutting property containing an existing single residential dwelling, by
f 67
severing a parcel of land and
retaining
ed will have frontage on Cla emont Avng an area oenue of 9 144 47,571 m
(72,632.62 sq. ft.). The land applicant
(30 ft.), by a depth of 84 m (275.59 ft.) and an area of 570.518 m� (6,14 of n rg The
is also requesting permission to reserve an easement for maintenance of underground servicing
over the lands to be severed in favour of the lands to be retained.
The Committee noted the comments of the Department off Business
land that fronts C& PlanningSa rvices in which
they advised that the subject property is a very large parcel
venue
and comprises much of the interior
The l ndsuare designated Low Rise Residential d by Claremont Avenue, Dunbar Roth
Glasgow Street and Westm according to Zoning By-law 85 -
City's Municipal Plan and are zoned Residential Two Zone (R-2) g
1.
applicant received approval to sever 15 lot
In 1998, through Consent Applications B14-28198, the
additions from the subject property. The lot additions were in turn conveyed to abutting property
owners at 147, 149, 179 and 187 Claremont Avenue; 0 and 656 Westtm Dunbar t Road. Thesubject
338, 344, 352, 358 and 364 Glasgow Street; and, 65 el 7318.1 square metres.
(retained) lands continue to have an area of approximately
The applicant is now requesting consent to sever another small portion from the westerly side
d 1 9
the property to be conveyed as a further lot addition to the neighbouring property
Claremont Avenue. The proposed lot addition has an area of 570.518 square metres and is frontage of 9.144 metres on Claremont Avenue and an approximate
irregularly shaped, with a 9
depth of 84 metres.
The property is presently developed with a single detached dwelling that is heated using a water
furnace is located partially on
furnace system. The undergroudpi fog the repair replacemenwith the t, perat o and maintenance of
the lands to be severe provide
the water furnace system, the applicants are also requesting an easement in favour of the lands
to be retained be placed on the lands to be severed.
he
w.
The requested severance conforms e large w kh ha of area lao f 6747 571lan and 1 square+nmetes andwhe
ill
retained lands will contra
maintain a 12.4 metre side yard after the current severance.
The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends that Consent Application
82000-045 be approved, subject to the following conditions:
1. That satisfactory arrangements be made with the City of Kitchener for payment of any
outstanding Municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
ing lands and
be taken in
dentical
2. That the lands to ebuttin rl nds. Any subsequented be added to the ticonveyance of thle parcel to be (severed
ownership as thea abutting of the Planning Act, 1995.
shall comply with Sections 50(3) and/or (5)
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in whit one advised that the
Building Division has no concerns or comments with respect to this app
on of Waterloo
The Committee noted the comment
s of the lreviewed the anning & lapplication forr Department,ture loft addition and have
in which they advised that Regional staff have
no concerns; however, any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions of the
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!_ 6. Submission No.: B 2000-045 Confd
TW Regional Development Charge By-law 99-038, or any successor thereof and there may be a
Regional fee assessed for development agreements, if required.
The Committee noted the comments of the Grand River Conservation Authority in which they
advised that they have no objection or concerns with respect to this application.
The Committee noted the comments of Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro in which they request that
approval of this application be subject to the following conditions:
1. That the Applicant make satisfactory arrangements with Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro for the
adjustments to the electrical servicing to the lands to be retained before the severances
are granted.
2. That the Applicant make arrangements for the granting of any easements required by
Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro before the severances are granted.
Mr. P. Britton advised that he had reviewed the staff comments and was in agreement with the
recommendations contained in the Planning staff report. Mr. Britton then referred to the
comments received from Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro and advised that he had confirmed with Hydro
staff that the conditions requested are intended to be completed prior to deed endorsement rather
than prior to the severance being granted. In addition, he requested that Condition 1, as
requested by Hydro, be amended by deleting the word "the" from the end of the first line and
replacing it with the word "any" as it is unclear at this time if electrical servicing to the lands to be
retained will be required. The Committee concurred with this request.
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of William Hutton Kaufman requesting permission to convey a parcel of land
having
as a lot addition to an abutting property known municipally as 179 Claremont Avenue,
frontage on Claremont Avenue of 9.144 m (30 ft.), by an average depth of 84 m (275.59 ft.) and
an area of 570.518 mz (6,141.2 sq. ft.); and to grant an easement for maintenance of
underground servicing over the lands to be severed in favour of the lands to be retained; on Lots
49, 50, 51 & 61, Registered Plan 350, designated as Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-11137, 165
Claremont Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener for
payment of any outstanding municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
2. That the lands to be severed shall be added to the abutting lands and shall be taken in
identical ownership as the abutting lands. Any subsequent conveyance of the parcel to be
severed shall comply with Section 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning Act, 1995.
3. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro for any
adjustments to the electrical servicing to the lands to be retained.
4, That the owner shall make arrangements for the granting of any easements required by
Kitchener -Wilmot Hydro.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
JUNE 20, 2000277
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 1
B. Submission No.: B 2000-045Cont'd
J
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional official Policies Plan,
Carried
CONSENT & M1 9_014 VARIANCE
1. Submission Nos: B 2000-046 & A 2000-040
Applicant: Earl & Clara Meyers
Property Location: 30 Natchez Road
Legal Description. Part of Lot 922 German Com an Tract
Appearances:
In Support: Ms. P. McLean
Habitat For Humanity Waterloo Region Inc.
120 Northfield Drive East
Waterloo ON N2J 4G8
Mr. S. Head
Dryden Smith & Head Planning Consultants Limited
54 Cedar Street North
Kitchener, ON N2H 2X1
Contra: None
Written Submissions:
In Support: None
Contra: None
The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to create one new lot by
severing a parcel of land and retaining a parcel of land having an area of 1,345.65 m2 (14,485 sq.
ft.). The lands to be severed will have frontage on Natchez Road of 11.28used frontage of depth
of 61.4 m (201.47 ft.) and an area of 692.48 m2 (7,454 sq. ft.). P
he
severed parcel does not meet the required 13.7 m (45 ft.) required by the Zoning By-law and the
applicant is also requesting permission for this variance.
The Committee noted the comments of the Department of Business & Planning Serys in ich to
they advised that t lot a single detached dwelling requesting permission
sever the property and create a new o
The proposed severed lot would have a frontage of 11.28 metres (37 feet) on Natchez Road
and a lot area of approximately 692.5 square metres (7,454 square feet). Minor Variance
Application A2000-040 is required to reduce the lot width from 13.7 metres (45 feet) to 11.28
metres (37 feet). A shed located along the proposed severance line is intended to be
removed.
etres
The proposed retained lot at
0Natchez Road would have a ontage f dl
feet) and a lot area of approximately 1,3455 square metes (14,486 square feet) andis
occupied with a single detached dwelling.
Although the subject property is 33.19 metres (108.9 feet) in width, adequate to meet the lot
width requirement for two lots, the existing dwelling is wide and its garage requires access
from the southerly side of the property. In order to provide adequate access to the garage, the
width of the proposed severed lot could only be
faa minor variance application was an metres here 13.7 metres. is required.
To provide a mutual driveway instead of applying
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JUNE 20, 2000
1. Submission Nos: B 2000-046 & A 2000-040 Confd
alternative that was not acceptable to either the prospective purchaser or the vendor. With the
garage located at the rear and attached to the single detached dwelling, adequate access
should be provided. The surrounding neighbourhood provides a mixture of smaller lots in R-4
zones with 12.19 metres (40 feet) and larger lots in R-3 zones with over 13.7 metres (45 feet)
frontages. The subject property is much larger than those which it abuts. There were
previously eight lots immediately around the property that were all originally created in the
former Township of Waterloo with each being 33.19 metres (108.9 feet) in width. Over a
period of time, seven of those lots were severed and were able to meet the minimum lot width
of 13.7 metres (45 feet) for both the retained and severed parts as the original dwelling that
was erected on those lots was offset. Accordingly, the intent of the R-3 zone, that a variety of
medium sized lots would be developed, is maintained. The variance is minor as it still permits
the creation of a lot exceeding the lot area while not compromising the streetscape. It is
proposed that to provide further compatibility, that the new dwelling be required to be set back
the same distance as the adjacent dwellings.
The applicant, Habitat of Humanity, who wishes to build on the proposed severed lot, provides
affordable housing throughout the City. This type of initiative is desirable for the City as a
whole to meet specific needs.
Based on the above comments, it is the opinion of staff that the requested variance is minor in
nature, maintains the general intent of the Zoning By-law and is desirable for the appropriate
development of the property. Policy 1.2 of the Municipal Plan addresses the City's obligation
to create opportunities for infill development and acknowledges that the creation of new lots
through infill is an appropriate response to changing housing needs and a better way of
making use of existing infrastructure. Accordingly, the minor variance maintains the intent of
the Municipal Plan.
Accordingly, the Department supports the severance and minor variance applications subject
to the conditions listed below.
1. The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends approval of Minor
Variance Application A 2000-040 without conditions.
2. The Department of Business and Planning Services recommends that Consent
Application B 2000-046 be approved subject to the following conditions:
1. That Minor Variance Application A 2000-040 receives final approval.
2. That satisfactory arrangements be made with the City of Kitchener for the
payment of any outstanding municipal property taxes and/or local improvement
charges.
3. That the owners pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication equal to 5% of the value of the severed land.
4. That the owners make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
General Manager of Public Works, for the installation of all new service
connections to the severed lands.
5. That the owners make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
General Manager of Public Works for the installation, to City standards, of
boulevard landscaping including street trees, and a paved driveway ramp on the
severed lands.
6. That the existing shed be removed.
Aft 7. That the purchaser submit a letter to the City's Principal Planner agreeing to set
back the dwelling a minimum of 18 m (59 ft.) from the front lot line.
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Submission Nos: B 2000-046 & A 20011-040JCont'd
The Committee noted the comments of the Director of Building in which he advised
t 20at the
Building Division has no concerns or com'cation A 2000 040, the Director nts with respect to Consent 4of Building sed
046. With respect to Minor Variance App
that a demolition
the permit for
dwelling demolition
of the existing shed and a building permit
for
construction o
& Culture Department, Region of Waterloo
The Committee noted the comments of the Planning
eviewed these applications and have no
in which they advised that Regional staff have r
any development on the subject lands is subject to the provisions
of
concerns; however, the
Regional Deveeo oval tDevelopment Charges Charge By-law $forr this ydeve development prior to he issuance
srequireuance of a
R
payment of g
building permit, and Regional fees for development agreements, if required.
The Committee noted the comments of Cher Grand with respect to these ion cat ri in which they
advised that they have no objection royal of the
The Chair reviewed the staff comments, noting that staff are recommending
had anythingf further to add.
applications subject to certain conditions and enquired if he app2 of
Ms. P. McLean referred toConditions iaoarras rra gement referenced at
abe made for boulevard e bottom of page t landscaping
staff report which requests
including street trees ands paved
d walks or boulevards and theeriveway ramp on the es and ex sting tree. Ms. McLean
pointed out that there are ested that the
questioned what standards would be required for this condition. Ms. J. Given sugg
applicant work with staff ofthe ommittee directed Ms. McLeanublic WorRs Department to eacco dingly.t D scuss on was then
would be sufficient to
fulfill this condition and the and severed
entered into with re iopn,i was agreed that a condition ofretained
parcels
approval would be added oprovide that
result of this discuss
retained would be developed in compliance with the City's
the driveway over the lands to be
Zoning By-law.
Minor Variance A 2000.040
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell parcel of land
That the application of Earl & Clara Meyers requesting permission to convey a p
quired rn (45 ft.), on Part of
having a reduced lot width of 11. rather han thea Ontario ,13.7 BE APPROVED subjectLot 122, German Company Tract, 30 Natchez Road
to the following conditions:
1, That the owner shall obtain a demolition permit to demolish the existing shed.
2. That the owner shall obtain a building permit prior to construction of the new single
residential dwelling.
it is the opinion of this Committee that:
The variance requested in this application is minor in nature.
This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-law and Municipal Plan
are being maintained on the subject property.
Carried
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1. Submission Nos: B 2000-046 & A 2000-040 Cont'd
Consent B 2000-046
Moved by Mr. S. Kay
Seconded by Ms. S. Campbell
That the application of Earl & Clara Meyers requesting permission to convey a parcel of land
having frontage on Natchez Road of 11.28 m (37 ft.), by a depth of 61.4 m (201.47 ft.) and an
area of 692.48 m2 (7,454 sq. ft.), on Part of Lot 122, German Company Tract, 30 Natchez Road,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That Minor Variance Application, Submission No. A 2000-040, shall receive final approval.
2. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener for the
payment of any outstanding municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
3. That the owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication equal to 5% of the value of the severed land.
arrangements to
satisfaction of the
ral
4 That the owner Manager of Public shall
Works for the/ installation of all new eservice connections t City's he s vered
lands.
5. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's General
Manager of Public Woks for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping
including street trees, and a paved driveway ramp on the severed lands.
6. That the existing shed shall be removed,
7. That the purchaser shall submit a letter to the City's Principal Planner agreeing
to setback
the dwelling a minimum of 18 m (59 ft.) from the front lot line of the severe
s.
ned shall be
d in
iance
th the
8 ThaC ty{s Zoning By-law and shall be the driveway over the lands to
tobe lthe satisfaction oflthe eCity's Prinlcipal P alnner.
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee shall
lapse two years from the date of approval, being June 20, 2002.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Carried
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 10:55 a.m,
Dated at the City of Kitchener this 20th day of June, 2000.
u(('et'Y'
Billett
Secretary -Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment
JUNE 20, 2000