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COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
MARCH 20, 2018 CITY OF KITCHENER
The Committee of Adjustment met this date, commencing at 10:04 a.m.
Present: Mr. A. Head, Vice-Chair
Mr. B. McColl
Ms. J. Meader
Officials: Ms. J. von Westerholt, Senior Planner
Mr. D. Seller, Traffic Planning Analyst
L. Tansley, Assistant City Solicitor
G. Stevenson, Planner
C. Dumart, Junior Planner
Ms. D. Saunderson, Secretary-Treasurer
Ms. H. Dyson, Administrative Clerk.
MINUTES
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held February 20, 2017, as circulated
to the members, be accepted.
Carried
NEW BUSINESS
MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission No.: A 2018-029
Applicant: Emmanuel Bible College
Property Location: 110, 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 54, Part Farm Lot, Plan 589 and Part Lot 56, Plan 690
Ms. J. Meader declared a pecuniary interest with this application as she has represented the applicant
with regards to the subject application. As such, she did not participate in any discussion or voting with
respect to this application and left the meeting at this time.
Appearances:
In Support: M. Connell
J. Voss
P. Leveck
N. Hynes
S. Roy
Contra: S. Phillips
D. Calvert
J. Wilson
Written Submissions: Neighbourhood Petition
Ms. D. Saunderson requested, and it was agreed that the Committee pass a motion to go in-
camera to receive solicitor-client privilege involving the disposition of the subject application.
On motion by Mr. B. McColl -
it was resolved:
“That an in-camera meeting of Committee of Adjustment be held this date to consider a
matter subject to solicitor-client privilege involving the disposition of the subject
application.”
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1. Submission No.: A 2018-029 (Cont’d)
The Committee recessed at 10:07 a.m. and reconvened at 10:18 a.m., Chaired by Mr. A. Head with all
members present except Ms. J. Meader.
Mr. M. Connell addressed the Committee in opposition to the recommendation as outlined in the
staff report. He stated he wished to submit a presentation in response to the staff report; however,
it was not available at this time as they did not expect to be called until later in the agenda.
The Chair stated, and it was agreed, that the application be set aside at this time and called in the
order it was listed on the agenda to allow for an opportunity to consider presentation.
Ms. J. Meader re-entered the meeting at this time.
2. Submission No.: A 2018-022
Applicant: Werner Bromberg Limited
Property Location: 205 West Oak Trail
Legal Description: Parts 2, 3 & 4 on Reference Plan 58R-18664
Appearances:
In Support: M. Gereghty
Contra: V. Salim
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to construct a multi-
residential development containing 92-units having a side-yard abutting West Oak Trail of 1.5m
rather than the required 4.5m; a minimum rear yard setback of 2m rather than the required 7.5m;
and, a minimum side yard abutting a residentially zoned property of 6m rather than the required
7.5m.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-054 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
February 8, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Ms. M. Gereghty was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation. She stated the multi-residential development has already received Site Plan
Approval in principle. She provided a brief overview of the subject application, advising the
variances being requested are technical in nature as the site is irregular in shape. She advised
the property width on West Oak Trail is being treated as a front yard, whereas the Zoning By-law
regulations identify the front yard as being located on Postmaster Drive. She indicated in order to
address the re-orientation, minor variances are required.
Ms. V. Salim addressed the Committee in opposition to the subject application. She indicated she
owns a property adjacent to the proposed development and although the Site Plan indicates a
fence will be constructed between her property and the subject property, it has yet to be
constructed. She expressed concerns related to the safety of her children and the debris from the
site through the construction phase.
Ms. Gereghty acknowledged a fence is proposed as part of the Site Plan approval process and
she would relay the neighbour’s concerns with the Builder in an endeavour to address the fence
construction earlier than intended. In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised the
installation of a fence would likely be through the latter part of the construction process, adding
that would be addressed through the Site Plan Approval process.
In response to questions, Ms. von Westerholt advised consideration was given when reviewing
the proposed development to mimic the streetscape of the townhomes already in existence on
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2. Submission No.: A 2018-022 (Cont’d)
West Oak Trail. She further advised the Site Plan has also taken into consideration with respect
to additional landscaping requirements for the site as well as the installation of a fence around
portions of the development.
A motion was brought forward by Ms. J. Meader to approve the subject application with an
additional condition that the owner be required to install a permanent or temporary impermeable
fence adjacent to any existing abutting residential lands through the Site Plan approval process,
to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning prior to site alteration.
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of WERNER BROMBERG LIMITED requesting permission to construct a
multi-residential development containing 92-units having a side-yard abutting West Oak Trail of
1.5m rather than the required 4.5m; a minimum rear yard setback of 2m rather than the
required 7.5m; and, a minimum side yard abutting a residentially zoned property of 6m rather
than the required 7.5m, on, Part Lot 153, German Company Tract, being Parts 2, 3 & 4 on
Reference Plan 58R-18664, 205 West Oak Trail, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject
to the following condition:
1. That the owner, through the Site Plan Approval process, shall install a permanent or
temporary impermeable fence along the lot lines abutting existing residential dwellings
prior to site alteration to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
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 Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
Carried
3. Submission No.: A 2018-023
Applicant: Jonathan Finn
Property Location: 51 Simon Street
Legal Description: Part Lots 9 & 10, Registered Plan 83
Mr. B. McColl declared a pecuniary interest a member of his family has worked with the applicant on the
development proposal. As such, he did not participate in any discussion or voting with respect to this
application and left the meeting at this time
Appearances:
In Support: G. Whiting
E. Laing
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to reconstruct an attached
garage on an existing single detached dwelling having a northerly side yard setback of 0.29m
rather than the required 1.2m.
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3. Submission No.: A 2018-023 (Cont’d)
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-055 dated March 9,
2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the condition outlined in the Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. G. Whiting and Ms. E. Laing were in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. A. Head
That the application of JONATHAN FINN requesting permission to reconstruct an attached
garage on an existing single detached dwelling having a northerly side yard setback of 0.29m
rather than the required 1.2m, on Part Lots 9 & 10, Registered Plan 83, 51 Simeon Street,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That the owner shall submit revised building drawings to update the scope of work of
the current issued building permit by September 1, 2018.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
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 Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
Carried
Mr. B. McColl re-entered the meeting at this time.
4. Submission No.: A 2018-026
Applicant: Primeland Developments (2003) Limited
Property Location: 70 Castlebay Street
Legal Description: Lot 17, Registered Plan 58M-607
Appearances:
In Support: N. Bogaert
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having driveway located 7.353m from the intersection of Castlebay Street and
Renfrew Street rather than the required 9m setback.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-058 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
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4. Submission No.: A 2018-026 (Cont’d)
Mr. N. Bogaert was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of PRIMELAND DEVELOPMENTS (2003) LIMITED requesting permission
to construct a single detached dwelling having driveway located 7.075m from the intersection
of Castlebay Street and Renfrew Street rather than the required 9m setback, on Lot 17,
Registered Plan 58M-607, 70 Castlebay Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to
the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the subject lands, acknowledging that the
driveway and driveway apron must be setback 1.5 metres from the fire hydrant.
2. That the owner shall obtain a building permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Building
Official.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
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 Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
Carried
5. Submission No.: A 2018-027
Applicant: Primeland Developments (2003) Limited
Property Location: 156 Rockcliffe Drive
Legal Description: Lot 8, Registered Plan 58M-607
Appearances:
In Support: N. Bogaert
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having driveway located 7.075m from the intersection of Rockcliffe Drive and
Tartan Avenue rather than the required 9m setback.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-059 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
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5. Submission No.: A 2018-027 (Cont’d)
Mr. N. Bogaert was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
Mr. B. McColl stated this application is similar to the previous application for 70 Castlebay Street.
He requested a similar condition be imposed as part of the Committee’s decision to require the
applicant to obtain a building permit.
Mr. Bogaert advised he had no objection to the condition as proposed.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of PRIMELAND DEVELOPMENTS (2003) LIMITED requesting permission
to construct a single detached dwelling having driveway located 7.353m from the intersection
of Rockcliffe Drive and Tartan Avenue rather than the required 9m setback, on Lot 8,
Registered Plan 58M-607,156 Rockcliffe Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to
the following condition:
1. That the owner shall obtain a building permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Building
Official.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
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 Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
Carried
6. Submission No.: A 2018-028
Applicant: Amanda Waters
Property Location: 66 West Avenue
Legal Description: Subdivision of Lot 17, Part Lot 29, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support: R. Zycki
Contra: C. Visutski
Y. Leu
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 3.56m rather than the required 7.5m; and, a front
yard setback of 1.9m rather than the required 4.5m.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-060 dated March 9,
2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions outlined in the Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
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6. Submission No.: A 2018-028 (Cont’d)
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA)
advising the proposed plan does not meet City or GRCA policies for development in the flood
fringe portion of the floodplain. Accordingly, revised plans are required that demonstrate
conformance with flood fringe policies. As it is unknown at this time if the revised plans will affect
the requested variances, GRCA staff recommend deferral of this application.
Mr. R. Zycki addressed the Committee in support of the subject application and the staff
recommendation.
Messrs C. Visutski and Y. Leu, neighbouring property owners, addressed the Committee in
opposition to the subject application. They expressed concerns with the size of the proposed
dwelling, noting their homes are approximately 1,000 sq.ft. and the applicant is proposing a
dwelling double in size. Further concerns were raised regarding snow removal and water run-off,
specifically how the property owner plans to address those matters; and, whether the lot can
accommodate a house that is approximately 2,200 sq.ft.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised the subject application would permit the
property owner to construct a dwelling that would mimic the streetscape currently existing on
West Avenue. She indicated one of the matters taken into consideration through the Residential
Intensification in Established Neighbourhoods Study (RIENS) was a consistent streetscape. She
noted if the applicant did not receive the variance for the front yard setback, the house would not
be in line with the other dwellings on the street. She further advised there would be no rear yard
amenity space and the property owner would have difficulty accommodating on-site parking.
In response to questions regarding the permitted lot coverage, Mr. Zycki advised the Zoning By-
law permits a lot coverage of 45%. He addressed some of the concerns raised by the neighbours,
noting drainage concerns would no longer be an issue as he is required to connect to the storm
sewer as part of the re-development. He further advised the drawings submitted with the subject
application are preliminary and would still need to be vetted with the Planning Department. He
indicated the only variances he was requesting were related to the front and rear yards, noting
the side yard setbacks required by the Zoning By-law would be maintained. He indicated he was
proposing a larger home than those in existance in the general vicinity because it is located within
the GRCA regulated area and a basement is not permitted. He stated to achieve a larger, more
liveable home, the square footage for the proposed dwelling was being increased from what
previously existed.
Mr. B. McColl noted the comments from Transportation Services regarding the encroachment into
the Driveway Visibility Triangle (DVT). In response to questions, Mr. D. Seller advised
Transportation Services cannot support an encroachment into the DVT as the property is
considered a new-build and should conform with the minimum DVT requirements.
Ms. J. Meader questioned the location of the previous dwelling and whether it was located within
the DVT. Mr. G. Stevenson advised the proposed dwelling is in the same location as the previous
dwelling, which was destroyed by a fire. He indicated the previous dwelling had a front porch,
whereas the applicant is proposing a dwelling that would be inclusive of the front porch area. He
stated his opinion the encroachment into the DVT had competing objectives; noting maintaining
the streetscape was a greater objective.
In response to further questions, Mr. Stevenson advised staff are unable to confirm this date the
design of the proposed building and whether the property owner is able to maintain the DVT,
adding that would depend on the final building design. He stated he has undertaken a review of
the dwellings in the vicinity of the subject property and it appears the DVT deficiency is
consistent.
Ms. J. Meader stated although she has some reservations about approving the front yard
setback, it is somewhat in keeping with what previously existed on the subject property. In
response to the comments regarding the rear amenity space, she noted the lot is irregular in
shape and the proposed outdoor amenity space seems similar to what is currently in existence on
the neighbouring property municipally addressed as 68 West Avenue. In regards to the staff
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recommendation, she is unable to support Condition 1 as proposed, as the applicant has
provided drawings of the subject application in support of the proposed variances and she is of
the opinion staff do not have the authority to request site plan and elevation drawings for a
residential dwelling.
Questions were raised regarding Condition 3 related to the approval from the Grand River
Conservation Authority (GRCA). Mr. Stevenson advised he had spoken with the GRCA and they
were not in opposition of the application; however, the applicant would still be required to update
the drawings through the building permit approval process.
The Chair requested clarification on Condition 1 as outlined in the staff report regarding the
submission of site and building elevation drawings to confirm the appropriateness of the proposed
development. Ms. von Westerholt advised the condition is typically imposed with single detached
dwellings in established neighbourhoods to address potential compatibility issues that other
residents in the area may be concerned with. She noted the condition is not a Section 41 Site
Plan Approval process; rather, it allows Planning staff to review the proposed elevations to
provide some assurance to those neighbours in opposition that the proposed dwelling would be
compatible.
The Chair indicated concerns with the proposed encroachment into the DVT, stating in his
opinion the encroachment is a significant reduction. He stated considering the proposed massing
of the site and the fact that the proposed dwelling does not have a front porch similar to other
houses in the vicinity, he felt Condition 1 would provide some assurances that the integrity of the
streetscape is being maintained. He referenced the drawings submitted with the application,
noting they are not final elevation drawings, adding staff would have further opportunity to review
the proposed dwelling for compatibility.
Questions were raised regarding the proposed foundation and basement size. Mr. Zycki advised
there is the potential for a small crawl space for a basement; however, he would not be permitted
anything beyond that.
The Chair stated the drawings submitted with the application are identified as a concept of the
proposed dwelling. He stated in his opinion Condition 1, as outlined in the staff report, would
provide a compromise for the neighbours in attendance this date who have expressed concerns
with the subject application.
Ms. Meader stated in her opinion, if Zoning By-law relief is being sought, the application should
include final drawings for the proposed development. She added, Condition 1 would be a further
approval outside of the Committee of Adjustment and is not typically how variances are be
granted. She indicated the Committee’s approval is a right-of-permission and further approvals
delegated to staff should not be permitted outside of that process.
The Chair suggested consideration be given to deferring the application to allow the applicant an
opportunity to provide more accurate drawings on the proposed development prior to the
Committee’s consideration. He indicated those drawings may provide greater assurances to
satisfy the concerns raised by the neighbours.
Mr. Zycki stated he has made applications to the Committee in the past and had consulted with
staff after receiving approval from the Committee on the final elevations etc. for the proposed
structure. He indicated he submitted the subject application under the assumption he could work
with staff on the final design following the Committee’s decision. He indicated he had no concerns
with the recommendation as outlined in the staff report and requested the Committee consider
approving the application this date to allow him an opportunity to finalize the design with staff at a
later date.
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
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6. Submission No.: A 2018-028 (Cont’d)
That the application of AMANDA WATERS requesting permission to to construct a single
detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 3.56m rather than the required 7.5m; a front yard
setback of 1.9m rather than the required 4.5m; and, and encroachment into the Driveway Visibilty
Triangle (DVT) whereas the By-law does not permit encroachments into the DVT, on Subdivision
of Lot 17, Part Lot 29, German Company Tract, 66 West Avenue, Kitchener, BE DEFERRED, to
the December 11, 2018 Committee of Adjustment meeting or an earlier date if a finalized Site
Plan and elevation drawing can be submitted and the application can be rescheduled
accordingly.
Carried
7. Submission No.: A 2018-029
Applicant: Emmanuel Bible College
Property Location: 110, 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 54, Part Farm Lot, Plan 589 and Part Lot 56, Plan 690
Appearances:
In Support: M. Connell
J. Voss
P. Leveck
N. Hynes
S. Roy
Contra: S. Phillips
D. Calvert
J. Wilson
Written Submissions: Neighbourhood Petition
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to construct a multi-
residential development on the severed land referenced in Consent Application B 2017-040
having a 102 unit, four-storey residential apartment building and 35 townhouse units on lands
designated under the City’s Official Plan as Institutional and Low Rise Residential having a
maximum building height for the apartment building of 12.5m rather than the permitted maximum
height of 10.5m; easterly and westerly side yard setbacks of 6m rather than the required 6.25m; a
maximum Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.853 rather than the permitted FSR of 0.6; to permit 171
off-street parking spaces (1.25 spaces/per unit) rather than the required 206 off-street parking
spaces (1.5 spaces/per unit); and, to provide 34 visitor parking spaces (17% of the required
parking) rather than the required 41 visitor parking spaces (20% of the required parking).
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-061 dated March 9.
2018, recommending refusal of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
The Chair questioned whether the applicant is willing to accept a deferral this date. Mr. Connell
indicated he was prepared to make a presentation in support of the application, noting it was the
applicants wish to have the application considered this date.
Messrs. M. Connell, P. Leveck, S. Roy and Ms. J. Voss and Ms. N. Hynes were in attendance in
support of the subject application. Mr. Connell addressed the Committee in opposition to the staff
recommendation. He circulated a presentation to the Committee providing a summary of the
application and his opinion as to why the application should be considered by the Committee this
date.
Mr. Connell provided an overview of the application, stating the Zoning By-law permits multiple
dwellings and street town-houses as-of-right, adding the applicant and Planning staff have a
difference of opinion on whether the application meets the intent of the Official Plan. He indicated
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in his opinion, the ‘Institutional’ policies of the 2014 Official Plan are not in force and effect
because they are under appeal and in fact the 1994 Official Plan with respect to this parcel are
Mixed Use Node Policies. He stated the application is a request for Zoning controls and although
the applicant has not submitted a formal Site Plan application, the requests before the Committee
this date are not Site Plan Approval matters. Ms. Voss stated the applicant has had a Pre-
Submission Site Plan meeting with staff who addressed issues related to Parkland Dedication
and a Tree Management Plan. She indicated since that time those issues have been addressed
with the relevant staff, advising the original Site Plan identified a park dedication of 0.07 hectares,
which has since been increased to .102 hectares in land. She advised the increase in parkland
dedication has decreased the variance requested for Floor Space Ratio (FSR) from 0.85 to
0.848, noting no other changes to the application were proposed. Ms. Voss provided a brief
overview of the other proposed variances and requested the Committee to consider approving
the subject application this date.
In response to questions, Ms. Voss advised that they have not yet obtained Site Plan Approval in
principle for the development. She indicated staff has taken the position that an Official Plan
Amendment and Zone Change application would be required, adding a Site Plan Approval
application has not yet been submitted.
Messrs S. Phillips, D. Calvert and Ms. J. Wilson addressed the Committee in opposition to the
application and in support of the staff recommendation to refuse the subject application. They
addressed concerns regarding: the notification process related to the subject application;
increased traffic and density on Fergus Avenue; and, concerns for pedestrian safety.
In response to questions, Mr. C. Dumart advised the subject property has a split Zoning, which
includes residential and institutional. He indicated residential uses on the subject property would
be permitted if it was associated with an institutional use.
Questions were raised regarding a Traffic Study and whether it would be required for the subject
application. Mr. D. Seller advised a Traffic Study would be requested through a Zone Change
Process.
The Chair referenced the various staff departments outlined in the staff report which have
indicated there is insufficient information was provided to adequately comment on the subject
application. He stated in his opinion, the Committee is not in a position this date to consider the
variances as requested.
Mr. B. McColl stated in his opinion the project appears to be a good concept, adding it was
unfortunate the Committee had only received the presentation this date as the issues addressed
in the staff report appear to be very complex. He further advised the questions raised by staff
should have been addressed prior to the application coming to the Committee for consideration.
He indicated it may be more appropriate if the application was deferred to allow the applicant an
opportunity to address the questions raised by staff, adding in his opinion, the application does
meet some of the policy objectives for the Places to Grow Act.
The Chair stated his preference was to refuse the application this date. He questioned whether
staff would have a difference of opinion following further dialogue with the application. Ms. J. von
Westerholt advised staff’s position is clear, adding it is premature to make any kind of decision
this date with the information that was provided.
Mr. Connell stated they are currently at an impasse with City staff on the character of the
application.
A motion was brought forward by Mr. B. McColl to defer the subject application to the September
18, 2018 Committee of Adjustment meeting, or an earlier date if the applicants are able work with
staff to come to an agreement regarding the concerns outlined in the Report, at which time the
application could be rescheduled accordingly.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. A. Head
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7. Submission No.: A 2018-029 (Cont’d)
That the application of EMMANUEL BIBLE COLLEGE requesting permission to construct a
multi-residential development on the severed land referenced in Consent Application B 2017-040
having a 102 unit, four-storey residential apartment building and 35 townhouse units on lands
designated under the City’s Official Plan as Institutional and Low Rise Residential having a
maximum building height for the apartment building of 12.5m rather than the permitted maximum
height of 10.5m; easterly and westerly side yard setbacks of 6m rather than the required 6.25m; a
maximum Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 0.853 rather than the permitted FSR of 0.6; to permit 171
off-street parking spaces (1.25 spaces/per unit) rather than the required 206 off-street parking
spaces (1.5 spaces/per unit); and, to provide 34 visitor parking spaces (17% of the required
parking) rather than the required 41 visitor parking spaces (20% of the required parking), on Lot
54, Part Farm Lot, Plan 589 and Part Lot 56, Plan 690, 110, 130 and 136 Fergus Avenue, BE
DEFFERED,to the September 18, 2018 Committee of Adjustment meeting to allow for an
opportunity for the applicant to work with staff and come to an agreement regarding the concerns
outlined in the Report, if an agreement is reach prior to the September meeting, the application
may be rescheduled accordingly.
Carried
The Committee recessed at 12:42 p.m. and reconvened at 12:48 a.m., Chaired by Mr. A. Head with all
members present.
CONSENT APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission No.: B 2018-016
Applicants: Roy and Murielle Stewart
Property Location: 3 Chapel Hill Drive
Legal Description: Lot 5, Plan 1123
Appearances:
In Support: None
Contra: N. Richardson
Written Submissions: M. Nielson
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a width of 30.734m, a depth of 40.931m and an area of 1206 sq.m. The retained land will
have a width of 45.669m, a depth of 25m and an area of 1094 sq.m. Permission is also being
requested to grant an easement over the severed land having a width of 5m, a length of 21m and
an area of 105 sq.m. in favour of the retained lands for sanitary services. Both lots will continue
to be a residential use.
The Committee considered email correspondence from the applicants requesting deferral of the
subject application to allow an opportunity to address concerns raised by the City’s Engineering
Division regarding the proposed easement and a new Notice of Hearing be published.
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of Roy and Murielle Stewart requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a width of 30.734m, a depth of 40.931m and an area of 1206 sq.m. The retained land will
have a width of 45.669m, a depth of 25m and an area of 1094 sq.m. Permission is also being
requested to grant an easement over the severed land having a width of 5m, a length of 21m and
an area of 105 sq.m. in favour of the retained lands for sanitary services, on Lot 5, Plan 1123, 3
Chapel Hill Drive, BE DEFERRED, for an opportunity for the application to revise the subject
applications and new Notice of Hearing be published.
Carried
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019
Applicant: Novacare (83 Elmsdale Dr) Inc.
Property Location: 83 Elmsdale Drive
Legal Description: Part Lots 3 and 4, Plan 1021, Part Lot 1, Plan 1022 and Part Lot 3,
Plan 1026
Appearances:
In Support: H. Price
H. Jung
M. Cheon
Contra: S. Mohlman
K. Burrows
J. Burrows
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever 2 parcels of land for
residential development and retain 1 parcel for future commercial mixed-use development.
Severed Parcel ‘A' identified on the plan submitted with the application will have a width on
Elmsdale Drive of 46.7m, a northerly depth of 180.7m and an area of 0.96 ha, which will require a
4m wide easement at the rear of the property in favour of Parcel ‘B’ for servicing; and, a 5.05m
wide easement on the southerly side yard property line in favour of Parcels ‘B’ and ‘C’ for mutual
access, fire routing and servicing. Severed Parcel ‘B' identified on the plan submitted with the
application will have a width on Elmsdale Drive of 52.6m, a southerly depth of 164.6m and an
area of 1.19 ha, which will require a 5.05m wide easement on the northerly property line in favour
of Parcels ‘A’ and ‘C’ for mutual access, fire routing and services. The retained land identified as
Parcel ‘C’ on the plan submitted with the application will be irregular in shape having a width on
Ottawa Street South of 265.4m and an area of 2.66 ha, which will require a 10.1m wide ‘L’
shaped easement having a width on Ottawa Street South in favour of Parcels ‘A’ and ‘B’ for
mutual access, fire routing and servicing.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-063 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated March 12, 2018, advising they have no objection to these applications,
subject to the following conditions:
B 2018-017 (Parcel ‘A’):
1. That prior to final approval, the applicant enter into a Registered Development Agreement
that will require the owner of the parcel to provide a detailed stationary and traffic noise
study, prior to site plan approval, and, if required, enter into a Registered Development
Agreement with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo and/or City of Kitchener for
implementation of the study’s recommendations.
B 2018-018 (Parcel ‘B’) and B 2019-019 (Parcel ‘C’):
1. That the City of Kitchener grants the Regional Municipality of Waterloo a temporary
easement, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, to the easterly monitoring well nests for
ongoing access and monitoring until such time as the easterly well nests are moved offsite
and the well nests decommissioned subject to terms and conditions satisfactory to the
Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
2. That the applicant/owner grants a permanent easement to the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, for the purposes of ongoing access and
monitoring for the monitoring wells adjacent to the Ottawa Street South road allowance on
Parcel B as generally illustrated on “Sketch showing Proposed Severance of Part of Lots 3
and 4, Municipal Compiled Plan 1021 and Part of Lot 1, Municipal Compiled Plan 1022
and Part of Lot 3, Municipal Compiled Plan 1026 in the City of Kitchener” File Number KIT-
1021-PL-16632 by ACI Survey Consultants dated June 15, 2015.
3. That the applicant/owner grants a permanent easement to the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, for the purposes of ongoing access and
monitoring for the monitoring wells adjacent to the Ottawa Street South road allowance on
Parcel C as generally illustrated on “Sketch showing Proposed Severance of Part of Lots 3
and 4, Municipal Compiled Plan 1021 and Part of Lot 1, Municipal Compiled Plan 1022
and Part of Lot 3, Municipal Compiled Plan 1026 in the City of Kitchener” File Number KIT-
1021-PL-16632 by ACI Survey Consultants dated June 15, 2015.
4. That prior to final approval, the applicant/owner complete the required road widening
dedication.
5. That prior to final approval, the applicant enter into a Registered Development Agreement
for both Parcel “B” and Parcel “C” that will require the owner of the parcel to provide a
detailed stationary and traffic noise study, prior to site plan approval, and, if required, enter
into a Registered Development Agreement with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo
and/or City of Kitchener for implementation of the study’s recommendations.
Ms. H. Price addressed the Committee in support of the subject application and the staff
recommendation. She stated although the applicant has been before the Committee on a few
occasions in the past, they have not been able to complete the imposed conditions within the
one-year time allotment. She stated the subject application remains unchanged, noting it is before
the Committee again this date to receive a new decision in hopes to receive clearance on all of
the conditions within the required one-year and proceed with the severance.
Ms. S. Mohlman and Ms. K. Burrows addressed the Committee in opposition to the subject
applications, stating concerns with the parkland adjacent to the Site and the potential impacts the
proposed severance could have on those lands.
The Chair noted the entire parcel in question is within the fenced area, adding the park is
adjacent to the subject property and would not be impacted by the proposed severance.
Ms. Mohlman requested clarification on the proposed future use of the subject lands, noting it
was her understanding ‘Parcel B’ was intended to be a retirement home and now the applicant is
proposing townhouses.
Ms. Price advised the subject property has been under development since 2013. She stated in
the initial proposal ‘Parcel B’ was intended to be a retirement home. She stated since that time
the property owner has had a number of challenges receiving a Record of Site Condition and the
proposed use of ‘Parcel B’ has now been identified for townhomes. She stated both uses are
permitted by the current Zoning.
Ms. H. Jung and Ms. M. Cheon addressed the Committee in support of the subject application
and the staff recommendation.
Submission No.: B 2017-017
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
That the application of NOVACORE (83 ELMSDALE DRIVE) INC. requesting permission to
sever a parcel of land having a width of 46.7m on Elmsdale Drive, a northerly length of 180.7m
and an area of 0.96 ha identified as Parcel ‘A’ on the plan submitted with the application; and,
permission to grant an easement having a width of approximately 5.05m, and a length of
approximately 161.9m for vehicular access, fire routing and servicing in favour of Parcel ‘B’ &
Parcel ‘C’; and an easement having a width of 4m and a depth of 73.7 metres along the
easterly limits of ‘Parcel A’ in favour of ‘Parcel B’ for the purpose of stormwater conveyance,
on Part Lots 3 and 4, Plan 1021, Part Lot 1, Plan 1022 and Part Lot 3, Plan 1026, 83 Elmsdale
Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall ensure the Transfer Easement documents required to create the
Easements being approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by
the City Solicitor, in consultation with the City’s Director of Planning:
a. a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easements and of the rights
and privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms and/or conditions
of any required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing provisions related
thereto);
b. a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easements being granted shall
be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall not be amended,
released or otherwise dealt with without the express written consent of the City.
4. That the owner shall provide a satisfactory Solicitor’s Undertaking to register the
approved Transfer Easements and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to
the City Solicitor.
5. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Director of Engineering for the removal of any redundant service connections and
installation of all new service connections that may be required for the severed and
retained lands, and works located within the private roadway.
6. That the owner shall provide a Servicing Plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system along with the sanitary and storm sewer design sheets to the satisfaction of the
City’s Director of Engineering.
7. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As-Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together
with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading,
Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering for the retained lands.
8. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands. Said
agreement shall include the following:
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
“That prior to occupancy of any buildings on the severed or retained lands the
owner shall agree that the shared private roadway and any services contained
within the easements which have been created for these purposes, shall be
designed and constructed to the satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Site
Development and Customer Service, the Director of Engineering, and the Chief
Fire Official. All costs associated with the private roadway including but not
limited to design, construction, and performance securities (to be administered in
accordance with sections 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4 of the City’s Performance Security
Policy) shall be the responsibility of the owner.
The private roadway and services contained within the easements may be
constructed in phases, and in advance of development of the adjacent parcels, to
the satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Development Review and Customer
Service and the Director of Engineering. The private roadway design shall be in
accordance with, and implement any approved Site Plan for Parcel A, B or C.
Prior to construction of any portion of the private roadway and to the satisfaction
of the City’s Manager of Site Development and Customer Service, Director of
Engineering and Chief Fire Official, the owner shall agree to submit and receive
approval of plans including but not limited to, Private Roadway ‘Site’ Plan,
Grading and Drainage Control Plan, Erosion and Siltation Control Plan, Site
Servicing Plan, Stormwater Management Plan, and Emergency Fire Route Plan.
Further, the owner shall agree to implement the approved plans to the
satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Development Review and Customer Service
and the Director of Engineering.
The owner shall acknowledge and agree that should they elect to proceed with
the installation of the private roadway or services prior to final Site Plan Approval
for Parcels A, B or C, that such works are done at their sole risk and the owner
shall agree to indemnify the City with respect to any claim or loss which may
occur as a result of such work. The cost of rectifying any works carried out will be
the sole responsibility of the owner.”
9. That the owner shall enter into a Registered Development Agreement that will require
the owner of the parcel to provide a detailed stationary and traffic noise study, prior to
site plan approval; and, if required, enter into a Registered Development Agreement
with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo and/or City of Kitchener for implementation of
the study’s recommendations.
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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.
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2017-018
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of NOVACORE (83 ELMSDALE DRIVE) INC. requesting permission to
sever a parcel of land having a width of 52.6m along Elmsdale Drive, a northerly depth of
176.3m and an area of 1.19 ha identified as ‘Parcel B’ on the plan submitted with the
application; and, permission to grant an easement having a width of approximately 5.05m, a
length of approximately 176.3m for mutual access, fire routing and servicing in favour of Parcel
‘A’ and Parcel ‘C’, on Part Lots 3 and 4, Plan 1021, Part Lot 1, Plan 1022 and Part Lot 3, Plan
1026, 83 Elmsdale Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the Transfer Easement documents required to create the Easements being
approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the City Solicitor,
in consultation with the City’s Director of Planning:
a. a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easements and of the rights
and privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms and/or conditions
of any required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing provisions related
thereto);
b. a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easements being granted shall
be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall not be amended,
released or otherwise dealt with without the express written consent of the City.
4. That the owner shall provide a satisfactory Solicitor’s Undertaking to register the
approved Transfer Easements and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to
the City Solicitor.
5. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Director of Engineering for the removal of any redundant service connections and
installation of all new service connections that may be required for the severed and
retained lands, and works located within the private roadway.
6. That the owner shall provide a Servicing Plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system along with the sanitary and storm sewer design sheets to the satisfaction of the
City’s Director of Engineering.
7. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As-Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together
with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading,
Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering for the retained lands.
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
8. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands. Said
agreement shall include the following:
“That prior to occupancy of any buildings on the severed or retained lands the
owner shall agree that the shared private roadway and any services contained
within the easements which have been created for these purposes, shall be
designed and constructed to the satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Site
Development and Customer Service, the Director of Engineering, and the Chief
Fire Official. All costs associated with the private roadway including but not
limited to design, construction, and performance securities (to be administered in
accordance with sections 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4 of the City’s Performance Security
Policy) shall be the responsibility of the owner.
The private roadway and services contained within the easements may be
constructed in phases, and in advance of development of the adjacent parcels, to
the satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Development Review and Customer
Service and the Director of Engineering. The private roadway design shall be in
accordance with, and implement any approved Site Plan for Parcel A, B or C.
Prior to construction of any portion of the private roadway and to the satisfaction
of the City’s Manager of Site Development and Customer Service, Director of
Engineering and Chief Fire Official, the owner shall agree to submit and receive
approval of plans including but not limited to, Private Roadway ‘Site’ Plan,
Grading and Drainage Control Plan, Erosion and Siltation Control Plan, Site
Servicing Plan, Stormwater Management Plan, and Emergency Fire Route Plan.
Further, the owner shall agree to implement the approved plans to the
satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Development Review and Customer Service
and the Director of Engineering.
The owner shall acknowledge and agree that should they elect to proceed with
the installation of the private roadway or services prior to final Site Plan Approval
for Parcels A, B or C, that such works are done at their sole risk and the owner
shall agree to indemnify the City with respect to any claim or loss which may
occur as a result of such work. The cost of rectifying any works carried out will be
the sole responsibility of the owner.”
9 That the City of Kitchener shall grant the Regional Municipality of Waterloo a temporary
easement, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, to the easterly monitoring well nests for
ongoing access and monitoring until such time as the easterly well nests are moved
offsite and the well nests decommissioned subject to terms and conditions satisfactory
to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
10. That the owner shall grant a permanent easement to the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, for the purposes of ongoing access and
monitoring for the monitoring wells adjacent to the Ottawa Street South road allowance
on Parcel B as generally illustrated on “Sketch showing Proposed Severance of Part of
Lots 3 and 4, Municipal Compiled Plan 1021 and Part of Lot 1, Municipal Compiled Plan
1022 and Part of Lot 3, Municipal Compiled Plan 1026 in the City of Kitchener” File
Number KIT-1021-PL-16632 by ACI Survey Consultants dated June 15, 2015.
11. That the owner shall grant a permanent easement to the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, for the purposes of ongoing access and
monitoring for the monitoring wells adjacent to the Ottawa Street South road allowance
on Parcel C as generally illustrated on “Sketch showing Proposed Severance of Part of
Lots 3 and 4, Municipal Compiled Plan 1021 and Part of Lot 1, Municipal Compiled Plan
1022 and Part of Lot 3, Municipal Compiled Plan 1026 in the City of Kitchener” File
Number KIT-1021-PL-16632 by ACI Survey Consultants dated June 15, 2015.
12. That the owner shall complete the required road widening dedication.
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
13. That the owner shall enter into a Registered Development Agreement for both Parcel
“B” and Parcel “C” that will require the owner of the parcel to provide a detailed
stationary and traffic noise study, prior to site plan approval; and, if required, enter into a
Registered Development Agreement with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo and/or
City of Kitchener for implementation of the study’s recommendations.
14. That the owner shall make appropriate arrangements with Grand River Transit staff to
provide funds for the bus landing pad and shelter pad for the proposed iXpress facilities
on Ottawa Street South.
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2017-019
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of NOVACORE (83 ELMSDALE DRIVE) INC. requesting permission to
grant an ‘L’ shaped easement having a width on Ottawa Street South of 10.1m over the
retained land identified as Parcel ‘C’ in favour of Parcels ‘A’ and ‘B’ for mutual access, fire
routing and servicing; and, an easement in favour of the Region of Waterloo for ground water
monitoring wells, on Part Lots 3 and 4, Plan 1021, Part Lot 1, Plan 1022 and Part Lot 3, Plan
1026, 83 Elmsdale Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the Transfer Easement documents required to create the Easements being
approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the City Solicitor,
in consultation with the City’s Director of Planning:
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
a. a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easements and of the rights
and privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms and/or conditions
of any required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing provisions related
thereto);
b. a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easements being granted shall
be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall not be amended,
released or otherwise dealt with without the express written consent of the City.
4. That the owner shall provide a satisfactory Solicitor’s Undertaking to register the
approved Transfer Easements and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to
the City Solicitor.
5. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Director of Engineering for the removal of any redundant service connections and
installation of all new service connections that may be required.
6. That the owner shall provide a Servicing Plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system along with the sanitary and storm sewer design sheets to the satisfaction of the
City’s Director of Engineering for the severed and retained lands, and works located
within the private roadway.
7. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As-Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together
with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading,
Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering for the retained lands.
8. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands. Said
agreement shall include the following:
“That prior to occupancy of any buildings on the severed or retained lands the
owner shall agree that the shared private roadway and any services contained
within the easements which have been created for these purposes, shall be
designed and constructed to the satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Site
Development and Customer Service, the Director of Engineering, and the Chief
Fire Official. All costs associated with the private roadway including but not
limited to design, construction, and performance securities (to be administered in
accordance with sections 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4 of the City’s Performance Security
Policy) shall be the responsibility of the owner.
The private roadway and services contained within the easements may be
constructed in phases, and in advance of development of the adjacent parcels, to
the satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Development Review and Customer
Service and the Director of Engineering. The private roadway design shall be in
accordance with, and implement any approved Site Plan for Parcel A, B or C.
Prior to construction of any portion of the private roadway and to the satisfaction
of the City’s Manager of Site Development and Customer Service, Director of
Engineering and Chief Fire Official, the owner shall agree to submit and receive
approval of plans including but not limited to, Private Roadway ‘Site’ Plan,
Grading and Drainage Control Plan, Erosion and Siltation Control Plan, Site
Servicing Plan, Stormwater Management Plan, and Emergency Fire Route Plan.
Further, the owner shall agree to implement the approved plans to the
satisfaction of the City’s Manager of Development Review and Customer Service
and the Director of Engineering.
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
The owner shall acknowledge and agree that should they elect to proceed with
the installation of the private roadway or services prior to final Site Plan Approval
for Parcels A, B or C, that such works are done at their sole risk and the owner
shall agree to indemnify the City with respect to any claim or loss which may
occur as a result of such work. The cost of rectifying any works carried out will be
the sole responsibility of the owner.”
9 That the City of Kitchener shall grant the Regional Municipality of Waterloo a temporary
easement, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, to the easterly monitoring well nests for
ongoing access and monitoring until such time as the easterly well nests are moved
offsite and the well nests decommissioned subject to terms and conditions satisfactory
to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
10. That the owner shall grant a permanent easement to the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, for the purposes of ongoing access and
monitoring for the monitoring wells adjacent to the Ottawa Street South road allowance
on Parcel B as generally illustrated on “Sketch showing Proposed Severance of Part of
Lots 3 and 4, Municipal Compiled Plan 1021 and Part of Lot 1, Municipal Compiled Plan
1022 and Part of Lot 3, Municipal Compiled Plan 1026 in the City of Kitchener” File
Number KIT-1021-PL-16632 by ACI Survey Consultants dated June 15, 2015.
11. That the owner shall grant a permanent easement to the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo, satisfactory to the Regional Solicitor, for the purposes of ongoing access and
monitoring for the monitoring wells adjacent to the Ottawa Street South road allowance
on Parcel C as generally illustrated on “Sketch showing Proposed Severance of Part of
Lots 3 and 4, Municipal Compiled Plan 1021 and Part of Lot 1, Municipal Compiled Plan
1022 and Part of Lot 3, Municipal Compiled Plan 1026 in the City of Kitchener” File
Number KIT-1021-PL-16632 by ACI Survey Consultants dated June 15, 2015.
12. That the owner shall complete the required road widening dedication.
13. That the owner shall enter into a Registered Development Agreement for both Parcel
“B” and Parcel “C” that will require the owner of the parcel to provide a detailed
stationary and traffic noise study, prior to site plan approval; and, if required, enter into a
Registered Development Agreement with the Regional Municipality of Waterloo and/or
City of Kitchener for implementation of the study’s recommendations.
14. That the owner shall make appropriate arrangements with Grand River Transit staff to
provide funds for the bus landing pad and shelter pad for the proposed iXpress facilities
on Ottawa Street South.
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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.
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2. Submission Nos.: B 2018-017 to B 2017-019 (Cont’d)
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023
Applicant: Primeland Developments (2003) Limited
Property Location: Block 28 Rockcliffe Drive
Legal Description: Part of Lot 44, Subdivision of Lot 18, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support: S. Patterson
S. O’Neal
R. Sittler
Contra: R. & L. Hohl
N. & B. Weiler
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to grant 1 lot addition and 2
severances resulting in 4 lots for residential development:
B 2018-021 - 37 Heiman Street:
Permission to sever a parcel of land having a lot width on Heiman Street of 8.25m, a depth of
36.42m and an area of 307.6 sq.m. to be conveyed as a lot addition to 45 Heiman Street. The
retained land will have a width of 15m, a depth of 96.57m and an area of 1362 sq.m. The
proposed lots will continue to have a residential use.
B 2018-022 - 45 Heiman Street:
Permission to sever a parcel of land identified as ‘Parcel 1’ on the severance sketch submitted
with the application having a width on Kehl Street of 9.18m, a depth of 32.06m and an area of
288 sq.m. The retained land will have a width of 31.38m, a depth of 27.32m and an area of 847.6
sq.m. The proposed lot is intended for a single detached dwelling.
B 2018-023 - 45 Heiman Street:
Permission to sever a parcel of land identified as ‘Parcel 2’ on the severance sketch submitted
with the application having a width on Heiman Street of 9.15m, a depth of 27.26m and an area of
245 sq.m. The retained land will have width of 22.23m, a depth of 27.32m and an area of 602.2
sq.m. The proposed use of the severed lot is a single detached dwelling and the retained lot is
intended to have a semi-detached dwelling.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-064 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated March 12, 2018, advising they have no objection to these applications,
subject to the following condition:
1. That prior to final approval, the applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the
Consent Application Review Fee of $350 per lot created, for a total of $700.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) dated
March 9, 2018 advising which they have no objection to the subject applications, they noted a
small portion of 45 Heiman Street contains the allowance associated wit the off-site floodplain
(flood grindg) of Shoemaker Creek. The property of 37 Heiman Street contains portions of the
floodplain (flood fringe and floodway) associated with Shoemaker Creek as well as the associated
allowance around the floodplain. Any future development in the regulated area will require prior
written approval from the GRCA in the form of a permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 150/06.
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3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023 (Cont’d)
Messrs. S. Patterson and Mr. S. O’Neil were in attendance in support of the subject applications.
Mr. Patterson stated while he had no objections to the staff recommendation, he requested
further consideration regarding Condition 5 as outlined in the staff recommendation for Consent
Applications B 2018-022 and B 2018-023, related to the requirement to receive approval on Site
Plan drawings. He stated in his opinion, the condition is onerous for the applicant and should not
be a requirement of the Committee’s decision. He further advised if it was the Committee’s will to
defer or refuse the subject application, the applicant is prepared to accept the condition as
recommendedthis date.
Mr. R. and Ms. L. Hohl addressed the Committee in opposition to the subject application. Mr.
Hohl advised his property fronts onto Tamroth Court, adjacent to the subject properties, and
expressed concerns with water run-off into his rear yard, as well as the potential loss of trees due
to the proposed redevelopment of the properties.
The Chair advised the applicant would be responsible for addressing any drainage concerns,
noting the Region of Waterloo has also requested a scoped Environmental Impact Study (EIS),
which will likely address all of the concerns raised by the neighbouring property owners.
In response to questions, Mr. Patterson advised the frontage for the semi-detacheddwellings is
still to be determined. He indicated he will work with Transportation Planning staff on the driveway
configuration, which will help to inform the dwelling’s orientation.
Ms. J. Meader expressed concerns with the proposed retained parcel for 37 Heiman Street. She
stated she had concerns with supporting the applications without confirmation what was being
proposed for that lot, knowing the Zoning would permit a multi-residential dwelling.
Mr. B. McColl stated the applicant provided the development at 430 Connaught Street as an
example of what could potentially be constructed on the retained lands at 37 Heiman Street. He
indicated he is familiar with that development and is of the opinion that something similar would
be suitable for the subject lot.
In response to questions regarding imposing Condition 5 as outlined in the staff report for
Consent Applications B 2018-022 and B 2018-023, Mr. Patterson advised the R-6 Zone has
regulations that must be complied with for the construction of the single detached dwellings. He
stated in his opinion no additional regulations should be required. He further advised the applicant
would be permitted to demolish the existing dwellings and redevelop the site under the
regulations currently imposed on the subject properties without providing site plan and elevation
drawings.
Ms. von Westerholt stated staff have some concerns with removing Condition 5 as outlined in the
staff report for Consent Applications B 2018-022 and B 2018-023, stating the condition is not a
Section 41 Site Plan Approval process under the Planning Act. She indicated the applicant is
intending to construct a semi-detached dwelling, a residential dwelling and a multi-residential
dwelling adjacent to each other. She indicated the condition would allow staff to have some input
on the final designs for the proposed lots to ensure compatibility.
Mr. B. McColl brought forward a motion to approve the subject applications as outlined in the staff
report, noting although the applicant has expressed some concerns with Condition 5 as outlined
in the staff report for Consent Applications B 2018-022 and B 2018-023, he indicated there would
be no objections if the condition was imposed.
The following motions were then voted on and Carried, with Messrs A. Head and B. McColl
voting in favour; and, Ms. J. Meader voting in opposition.
Submission No.: B 2017-021
Moved: Mr. B. McColl
Seconded: Ms. J. Meader
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3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023 (Cont’d)
That the application of 2466457 ONTARIO INC. requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land having a lot width on Heiman Street of 8.25m, a depth of 36.42m and an area of 307.6
sq.m. to be conveyed as a lot addition to 45 Heiman Street, on Part of Lot 44, Subdivision of
Lot 18, German Company Tract, 37 and 45 Heiman Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall provide confirmation to the satisfaction of the City’s Engineering
Services that the existing services to 37 Heiman Street do not cross over the portion of
land being severed.
4. That the owner shall submit a Demolition Control Application and receive approval to
remove the existing dwelling.
5. That the owner shall ensure the lands to be severed be added to the abutting lands and
title be taken into identical ownership as the abutting lands. The deed for endorsement
shall include that any subsequent conveyance of the parcel to be severed shall comply
with Sections 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13, as amended.
6. That the owner’s Solicitor shall provide a Solicitor’s Undertaking to register an
Application Consolidation Parcels immediately following the registration of the
Severance Deed and prior to any new applicable mortgages, and to provide a copy of
the registered Application Consolidation Parcels to the City Solicitor within a reasonable
time following registration.
7. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the retained lands which shall include the
following:
a. That the owner shall submit a scoped Environmental Impact Study for the
retained lands to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning, prior to any grading,
tree removal or the issuance of building permits.
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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.
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3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023 (Cont’d)
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2017-022
Moved: Mr. B. McColl
Seconded: Ms. J. Meader
That the application of 2466457 ONTARIO INC. requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as ‘Parcel 1’ on the severance sketch submitted with the application having a
width on Kehl Street of 9.18m, a depth of 32.06m and an area of 288 sq.m., on Part of Lot 44,
Subdivision of Lot 18, German Company Tract, 45 Heiman Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall receive full and final approval of Consent Application B 2018-021.
4. That the owner shall submit a draft reference plan showing the boundaries of the lands
to be conveyed for approval by the City’s Director of Planning.
5. That a site plan showing the location of the proposed dwellings on both the severed and
retained lots, along with elevation drawings, be submitted to the satisfaction of the
Director of Planning, illustrating that the proposed dwellings will be compatible with the
neighbourhood in terms of massing, scale and design, and that the drawings be
approved prior to the issuance of any building permit.
6. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Engineering Services Division for the installation of all new service connections and the
removal of redundant services to the retained lands.
7. That the owner shall make arrangements financial or otherwise for the relocation of any
existing City-owned street furniture, signs, hydrants, utility poles, wires or lines, as
required, to the satisfaction of the appropriate City department.
8. That the owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering for the retained lands.
9. That the owner shall ensure any new driveways be built to City of Kitchener standards
at the owner’s expense prior to occupancy of the building to the satisfaction of the City’s
Engineering Division.
10. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As-Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together
with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading,
Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering for the retained lands.
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3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023 (Cont’d)
11. That the owner shall provide Engineering Services staff with confirmation that the
basement elevation of the house can be drained by gravity to the street sewers, to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering. Where this cannot be achieved, the owner is
required to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a
gravity sewer from the property line to the street, at the cost of the Owner.
12. That the owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu contribution for park
dedication on the severed parcel in the amount of $4,222.80.
13. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands which shall
include the following:
a. That the owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation/Enhancement Plan for the
severed and retained lands in accordance with the City’s Tree Management
Policy, to be approved by the City’s Director of Planning and the Director of
Operations, and where necessary, implemented prior to any grading, tree
removal or the issuance of building permits. Such plans shall include, among
other matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone,
landscaped area and vegetation (including street trees) to be preserved.
b. The owner shall further agree to implement the approved plan. No changes to
the said plan shall be granted except with the prior approval of the City’s Director
of Planning and the Director of Operations.
14. That the owner shall submit payment to the Region of Waterloo the Consent Application
Review fee in the amount of $350.00.
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2017-023
Moved: Mr. B. McColl
Seconded: Ms. J. Meader
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3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023 (Cont’d)
That the application of 2466457 ONTARIO INC. requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as ‘Parcel 2’ on the severance sketch submitted with the application having a
width on Heiman Street of 9.15m, a depth of 27.26m and an area of 245 sq.m., on Part of Lot
44, Subdivision of Lot 18, German Company Tract, 45 Heiman Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall receive full and final approval of Consent Application B 2018-021.
4. That the owner shall submit a draft reference plan showing the boundaries of the lands
to be conveyed for approval by the City’s Director of Planning.
5. That a site plan showing the location of the proposed dwellings on both the severed and
retained lots, along with elevation drawings, be submitted to the satisfaction of the
Director of Planning, illustrating that the proposed dwellings will be compatible with the
neighbourhood in terms of massing, scale and design, and that the drawings be
approved prior to the issuance of any building permit.
6. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Engineering Services for the installation of all new service connections and the removal
of redundant services to the retained lands.
7. That the owner shall make arrangements financial or otherwise for the relocation of any
existing City-owned street furniture, signs, hydrants, utility poles, wires or lines, as
required, to the satisfaction of the appropriate City department.
8. That the owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services for the retained lands.
9. That the owner shall ensure any new driveways be built to City of Kitchener standards
at the owner’s expense prior to occupancy of the building to the satisfaction of the City’s
Engineering Division.
10. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As-Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together
with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading,
Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services for the retained lands.
11. That the owner shall provide Engineering Services staff with confirmation that the
basement elevation of the house can be drained by gravity to the street sewers, to the
satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services. Where this cannot be achieved, the
owner is required to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the property line
and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street, at the cost of the owner.
12. That the owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu contribution for park
dedication on the severed parcel in the amount of $4,209.00.
13. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared
by the City Solicitor and registered on title of the severed and retained lands which shall
include the following:
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3. Submission Nos.: B 2018-021 to B 2018-023 (Cont’d)
a. That the owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation/Enhancement Plan for the
severed and retained lands in accordance with the City’s Tree Management
Policy, to be approved by the City’s Director of Planning and the Director of
Operations, and where necessary, implemented prior to any grading, tree
removal or the issuance of building permits. Such plans shall include, among
other matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone,
landscaped area and vegetation (including street trees) to be preserved.
b. The owner shall further agree to implement the approved plan. No changes to
the said plan shall be granted except with the prior approval of the City’s Director
of Planning and the Director of Operations.
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
COMBINED APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission Nos.: B 2018-020 & A 2018-032
Applicant: 2040799 Ontario Limited
Property Location: 334-400 King Street West
Legal Description: Part Lots 4, 5 & 6, Plan 41, being Parts 2 & 3 on Reference Plan
58R-1911
Appearances:
In Support: H. Price
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a width on King Street West of 30.1m, a depth of 43.6m and an area of 1303.5 sq.m. The
retained land will have a width of 39.5m, a depth of 43.6m and an area of 1872.6 sq.m.
Permission is also being requested for minor variances on the retained land to have ground floor
façade openings equivalent to 35% of the ground floor façade area rather than the required 50%;
and, having 11.5m between ground floor openings rather than the permitted maximum 4m.
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1. Submission Nos.: B 2018-020 & A 2018-032 (Cont’d)
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-065 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of these applications subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated March 12, 2018, advising they have no objection to application B
2018-020, subject to the following condition:
1. That prior to final approval, the applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the
Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with application A 2018-032.
Ms. H. Price was in attendance in support of the subject application and the staff
recommendation. In response to questions, she advised the applicant is requesting a severance
this date to fulfill a condition of Site Plan Approval.
Submission No.: B 2018-020
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of 2040799 ONTARIO LIMITED requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land having a width on King Street West of 30.1m, a depth of 43.6m and an area of 1303.5
sq.m., on, Lots 4, 5, 6 & Part Lot 7, Registered Plan 41,334-352 King Street West, Kitchener,
Ontario,BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify that there
are no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City’s
Revenue Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as
two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City’s Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Engineering Services, for the installation of all new service connections (i.e., sanitary,
storm, and water) to the severed and retained lands.
4. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Engineering Services for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping
including street trees, and a paved driveway ramp, on the severed lands, or otherwise
receive relief from Engineering Services for this requirement.
5. That the owner shall prepare a servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of Engineering Services.
6. That the owner shall complete and submit the Development and Reconstruction As-
Recorded Tracking Form along with a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings
required for the site (Grading, Servicing etc.) with the corresponding correct layer
names and numbering system, in accordance with the Public Sector Accounting Board
(PSAB) S. 3150, to the satisfaction of the City’s Engineering Services, prior to
endorsement of the deed for the severed lands.
7. That the owner shall submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent
Application Review Fee of $350.00.
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1. Submission Nos.: B 2018-020 & A 2018-032 (Cont’d)
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.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
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 March 19, 2020.
Carried
Submission No.: A 2018-032
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of 2040799 ONTARIO LIMITED requesting permission to have ground
floor façade openings equivalent to 35% of the ground floor façade area rather than the
required 50%; and, having 11.5m between ground floor openings rather than the permitted
maximum 4m, on Part Lots 4, 5 & 6, Plan 41, being Parts 2 & 3 on Reference Plan 58R-1911,
356-400 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
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 Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
Carried
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MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS (CONT’D):
8. Submission No.: A 2018-024
Applicant: Milestone Developments Inc.
Property Location: 2 Crossbridge Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 172, Registered Plan 58M-597
Appearances:
In Support: P. Haramis
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having a side yard setback of 4m abutting Rivertrail Avenue rather than the
required 4.5m; a rear yard setback of 6.15m rather than the required 7.5m; and, a driveway
located 8.7m from the intersection of Rivertrail Avenue and Crossbridge Avenue rather than the
required 9m setback.
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-056 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the condition outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. P. Haramis was in attendance in support of the subject application. He indicated after the
application was published it was identified that an additional variance would be required and that
a new Notice of Hearing would be required. He stated he was in support of the deferral and has
already submitted an amended application to be considered at the April 17, 2018 Committee of
Adjustment meeting.
That the application of Milestone Developments Inc. requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having a side yard setback of 4m abutting Rivertrail Avenue rather than the
required 4.5m; a rear yard setback of 6.15m rather than the required 7.5m; and, a driveway
located 8.7m from the intersection of Rivertrail Avenue and Crossbridge Avenue rather than the
required 9m setback, on Lot 172, Registered Plan 58M-597, 2 Crossbridge Avenue, BE
DEFERRED to allow the applicant time to amend their application and a new Notice of Hearing
be published.
Carried
9. Submission No.: A 2018-025
Applicant: Milestone Developments Inc.
Property Location: 500 Rivertrail Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 167, Registered Plan 58M-597
Appearances:
In Support: P. Haramis
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 5.95 rather than the required 7.5m; and, a
driveway located 8.87m from the intersection of Rivertrail Avenue rather than the required 9m
setback.
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9. Submission No.: A 2018-025 (Cont’d)
The Committee considered Community Services Department report CSD-18-057 dated March
12, 2018, recommending approval of this application subject to the condition outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner dated
March 6, 2018, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. P. Haramis was in attendance in support of the subject application and the staff
recommendation.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of MILESTONE DEVELOPMENTS INC. requesting permission to
construct a single detached dwelling having a rear yard setback of 5.95m rather than the
required 7.5m; and, a corner access driveway located 8.87m from the intersection of the street
lines rather than the required 9m setback, on Lot 167, Registered Plan 58M-597, 500 Rivertrail
Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That the owner shall submit a building permit for the new single detached dwelling by
December 30, 2018.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
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 Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee’s decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are
available on the City’s website at www.kitchener.ca
Carried
ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 1:45 p.m.
Dated at the City of Kitchener this 20th day of March, 2018
Dianna Saunderson
Secretary-Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment