HomeMy WebLinkAboutCA - 2019-05-21COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
MAY 21, 2019 CITY OF KITCHENER
The Committee of Adjustment met this date, commencing at 10:02 a.m.
Present: Mr. D. Cybalski - Chair
Mr. B. McColl
Mr. S. Hannah
Mr. M. Kidd
Officials: Ms. J. von Westerholt, Senior Planner
Mr. S. Ryder, Traffic Planning Analyst
Ms. D. Saunderson, Secretary -Treasurer
Ms. C. Owen. Administrative Clerk
The Chair explained the Committee of Adjustment is considered a Standing Committee of City Council
and the Decisions rendered this date with respect to sign/fence variances are recommendations to City
Council and not a final decision. He advised the Committee's recommendations will be forwarded to City
Council on Monday, May 27, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. and applicants may register with the City Clerk to appear
at the meeting if desired.
NEW BUSINESS:
SIGN APPLICATIONS
1. Submission No.: SG 2019-009
Applicant: Waterloo Region District School Board
Property Location: 760 Commonwealth Crescent
Legal Description: Block 53, Registered Plan 58M-416
Appearances:
In Support: Mr. C. Cluthe
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to replace an existing sign with
a ground -supported sign having automatic changing copy located 18.7m from a residential zone
rather than the required 100m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-107 dated May 13,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. C. Cluthe was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of WATERLOO REGION DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD requesting
permission to replace the existing sign with a ground -supported sign having automatic changing
copy located 18.7m from a residential zone rather than the required 100m, on Block 53,
Registered Plan 58M-416, 760 Commonwealth Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a Sign Permit for the proposed business from the Planning
Division.
2. That the owner shall ensure the automatic changing copy shall not contain flashing,
intermittent or moving lights and that the rate of change in the content of the graphics
shall remain static for a minimum of six (6) seconds in accordance with the Sign By-law.
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1. Submission No.: SG 2019-009 (Cont'd)
3. That the owner shall ensure the automatic changing copy portion of the sign is turned off
between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
4. That the owner shall complete the above noted Conditions 1 to 3 prior to September 1,
2019. Any request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of
Development Review (or designate) prior to the completion date set out in the decision.
Failure to fulfill these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance approved in this application is minor in nature.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of Chapter 680 (Signs) of the City of Kitchener Municipal
Code is being maintained on the subject property.
Carried
Submission No.:
SG 2019-010
Applicant:
2541915 Ontario Inc.
Property Location:
907 Frederick Street, Units 3, 4 & 5
Legal Description:
Lot 6, Plan 712, Block B, Plan 928
Appearances:
In Support:
None
Contra:
None
Written Submissions: None
That the application of 2541915 ONTARIO INC. requesting permission to legalize an existing facia
sign having a width of 96% of the building elevation rather than the maximum permitted width of
90%, BE ADJOURNED to the Committee of Adjustment meeting on June 18, 2019 for
consideration, as no one was in attendance this date in support of the subject application.
Submission No.: SG 2019-011
Applicant: Royal Canadian Legion
Property Location: 524 Belmont Avenue West
Leaal Description: Part Lot 15. Plan 402. beina Part 2 on Reference Plan 58R-1135
Appearances:
In Support: C. Pickering
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to replace an existing sign with
a ground -supported sign having a height of 3.65m rather than the maximum permitted height of
2m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-109 dated May 13,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. C. Pickering was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation
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3. Submission No.: SG 2019-011 (Cont'd)
It was requested and agreed that an additional condition be included in the Committee's decision
to require the owner to ensure the automatic changing copy shall remain static for a minimum of
six (6) seconds in accordance with the Sign By-law.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION requesting permission to replace the
existing sign with a ground -supported sign having a height of 3.65m rather than the maximum
permitted height of 2m, on Part Lot 15, Plan 402, being Part 2 on Reference Plan 58R-1135,
524 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a sign permit from the Planning Division.
2. That the owner shall ensure the automatic changing copy portion of the sign is turned off
between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m.
3. That the owner shall ensure the automatic changing copy shall not contain flashing,
intermittent or moving lights and that the rate of change in the content of the graphics
shall remain static for a minimum of six (6) seconds in accordance with the Sign By-law.
4. That the owner shall complete the above noted Condition 1 prior to September 21, 2019.
Any request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of
Development Review (or designate), prior to the completion date set out in this decision.
Failure to fulfill these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance approved in this application is minor in nature.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of Chapter 680 (Signs) of the City of Kitchener Municipal
Code is being maintained on the subject property.
Carried
ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 10:06 a.m.
Dated at the City of Kitchener this 21st day of May, 2019
Dianna Saunderson
Secretary -Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment
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The Committee of Adjustment met this date, commencing at 10:00 a.m.
Present: Mr. D. Cybalski - Chair
Mr. B. McColl
Mr. S. Hannah
Mr. M. Kidd
Officials: Ms. J. von Westerholt, Senior Planner
Mr. G. Stevenson, Planner
Mr. S. Ryder, Traffic Planning Analyst
Mr. E. Schneider, Junior Planner
Ms. D. Saunderson, Secretary -Treasurer
Ms. C. Owen, Administrative Clerk
MINUTES
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held April 16, 2019, as circulated to the
members, be accepted.
Carried
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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1. Submission Nos.: B 2019-014 & A 2019-038
Applicant: Robert Ryan Broadfoot and Rachel Molnar
Property Location: 128 Mill Street
Legal Description: Lot 315, Subdivision of Lot 17, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support: None
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
identified as "Lot B" on the plan submitted with the application having a width of 9.137m, a depth
of 27.092m and an area of 277.005 sq.m. The retained land identified as "Lot A" on the plan
submitted with the application will have a width of 11.647m, a depth of 27.675m and an area of
248.643 sq. m. Permission is also being requested for an easement on the severed land having a
width of 1.39m and overall depth of 27.092m; and, an easement on the retained land having a width
of 2.1m and an overall depth of 27.092m to provide shared driveway access for each lot. Minor
variances are also being requested for"Lot A" to have a southerly side yard setback of 1.89m rather
than the required 3m on one side where a driveway leading to a required parking space is situated
between the main building and the side lot line; and, a front yard having 2.98m to allow a covered,
unenclosed porch exceeding 0.6m in height above finished grade whereas the By-law requires a
minimum front yard of 4.5m. In addition, minor variances are being requested for "Lot B" to have a
northerly side yard of 1.39m whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard of 3m on one side
where a driveway leading to a required parking space is situated between the main building and
the side lot line. Both lots are intended for duplex dwellings.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-132 dated May 13,
2019, recommending deferral of these applications to the June 18, 2019 Committee meeting to
allow time for staff to dialogue with the Region of Waterloo and Canadian National Railway (CNR).
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated April 9, 2019, advising they cannot support application B 2019-014.
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1. Submission Nos.: B 2019-014 & A 2019-038 (Cont'd)
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
April 2, 2019, advising they have no concerns with application A 2019-038.
The Chair suggested, and it was agreed, that Applications B 2019-014 & A 2019-038 BE
ADJOURNED to the June 18, 2019 Committee of Adjustment meeting to allow staff further time to
dialogue with the Region of Waterloo and CNR, and to review the Noise and Vibration Study
submitted with the application, on Lot 315, Subdivision of Lot 17, German Company Tract, 128 Mill
Street, Kitchener, Ontario.
The Committee recessed at 10:01 a.m. and reconvened at 10:06 p.m., Chaired by Mr. D. Cybalski, except
Ms. J. Meader.
NEW BUSINESS
MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission No.: A 2019-039
Applicants: William and Isabel Fairthorne
Property Location: 121 Arrowhead Crescent
Legal Description: Lot 76, Plan 1318
Appearances:
In Support: M. Nielsen
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to construct a 2 -storey
addition in the easterly side yard of an existing single detached dwelling having the required off-
street parking located 1.6m from the street line rather than the required 6m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-110 dated May 13,
2019, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. M. Nielsen was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised the subject dwelling only requires one
legal parking space.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of ISABEL and WILLIAM FAIRTHORNE requesting permission to construct
a 2 -storey addition in the easterly side yard of an existing single detached dwelling having the
required off-street parking located 1.6m from the street line rather than the required 6m, on Lot
76, Plan 1318, 121 Arrowhead Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
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
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1. Submission No.: A 2019-039 (Cont'd)
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
2. Submission No.: A 2019-040
Applicants: Blake Cooper and Stuart Gibson
Property Location: 18 Rosedale Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 21, Plan 656
Appearances:
In Support: B. Cooper
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to convert an existing single
detached dwelling into a triplex having an existing easterly side yard setback of 0.69m rather than
the required 1.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-111 dated May 10,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. B. Cooper was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
It was suggested and agreed that a condition be included as part of the Committee's decision
this date that the applicant be required to apply for a building permit to the satisfaction of the
Chief Building Official.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of BLAKE COOPER and STUART GIBSON requesting permission to
convert an existing single detached dwelling into a triplex having an existing easterly side yard
setback of 0.69m rather than the required 1.5m, on Lot 21, Plan 656, 18 Rosedale Avenue,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall receive Site Plan Approval to the satisfaction of the Manager of Site
Development and Customer Service.
2. That the owner shall obtain a Zoning (Occupancy) Certificate from the Planning Division
to establish the Multiple Dwelling use on the property.
3. That the owner shall complete the above noted Conditions 1 and 2 prior to March 1, 2020.
Any request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of
Development Review (or designate), prior to the completion date set out in this decision.
Failure to fulfill these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void.
4. That the owner shall apply for 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
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2. Submission No.: A 2019-040 (Cont'd)
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 2019-041
Applicant: Waterloo Standard Condominium Corporation 529
Property Location: 555 King Street East
Legal Description: Waterloo Condominium Plan 529
Appearances:
In Support: J. Graham
R. Turner
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to renovate the interior of an
existing multi -residential development to add an additional residential unit having 2 off-street visitor
parking spaces rather than the required 4 off-street visitor parking spaces; and, to have 1 accessible
parking space rather than the required 2 accessible parking spaces.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-112 dated May 10,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. R. Turner and Ms. J. Graham were in attendance in support of the subject application and
staff recommendation. In response to questions, Mr. Turner advised the internal space being
converted is currently storage space.
It was suggested and agreed that a condition be included as part of the Committee's decision
this date that the applicant be required to apply for a building permit to the satisfaction of the
Chief Building Official.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of WATERLOO STANDARD CONDOMINIUM CORPORATION 529
requesting permission to renovate the interior of an existing multi -residential development to add
an additional residential unit having 2 off-street visitor parking spaces rather than the required 4
off-street visitor parking spaces; and, to have 0 accessible parking spaces rather than the
required 2 accessible parking spaces, on Waterloo Condominium Plan 529, 555 King Street
East, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That the owner shall receive Site Plan Approval to the satisfaction of the Manager of Site
Development and Customer Service for the addition of 1 -unit and any other proposed site
works at 555 King Street East.
2. That the owner shall apply for a Building Permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Building
Official.
It is the opinion of this Committee that
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3. Submission No.: A 2019-041 (Cont'd)
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
4. Submission No.:
A 2019-042
Applicant:
Covanta Environmental Solutions Ontario Inc.
Property Location:
244 & 260 Shoemaker Street
Legal Description:
Part Lot 2, Registrar's Compiled Plan 1478, being Parts 7 & 8 on
Reference Plan 58R-5349 and Part 2 on Reference Plan 58R-9662
Appearances:
In Support:
A. Soryal
E. Vago
Contra:
None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a rear yard addition
on an existing general industrial employment building having a rear yard setback of 1.18m rather
than the required 7.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-113 dated May 10,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. A. Soryal and Mr. E. Vago were in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised the proposed development is subject
to Site Plan approval.
It was suggested and agreed that a condition be included as part of the Committee's decision
this date that the applicant be required to apply for a building permit to the satisfaction of the
Chief Building Official.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS ONTARIO INC. requesting
permission to construct a rear yard addition on an existing general industrial employment
building having a rear yard setback of 1.18m rather than the required 7.5m, on Part Lot 2,
Registrar's Compiled Plan 1478, being Parts 7 & 8 on Reference Plan 58R-5349 and Part 2 on
Reference Plan 58R-9662, 244 and 260 Shoemaker Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall receive Site Plan Approval to the satisfaction of the Manager of Site
Development and Customer Service.
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4. Submission No.: A 2019-042 (Cont'd)
2. That the owner shall complete the above noted Condition 1 prior to March 1, 2020. Any
request for a time extension must be approved in writing by the Manager of Development
Review (or designate), prior to the completion date set out in this decision. Failure to fulfill
these conditions will result in this approval becoming null and void.
3. That the owner shall apply for 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 2019-043
Applicant: Milestone Developments Inc.
Property Location: 170 Rivertrail Avenue
Legal Description: Lot 37, 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 an easterly side yard setback of 1.25m rather than the required 1.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-114 dated May 13,
2019, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. P. Haramis was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
Moved by Mr. M. Kidd
Seconded by Mr. S. Hannah
That the application of MILESTONE DEVELOPMENTS INC. requesting permission to construct
a single detached dwelling having an easterly side yard setback of 1.25m rather than the
required 1.5m, on Lot 37, Registered Plan 58M-597, 170 Rivertrail Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED.
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.
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5. Submission No.: A 2019-043 (Cont'd)
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 2019-044
Applicant: Gerald and Leanne Leeman
Property Location: 109 North Hill Place
Legal Description: Part Lot 54, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support: G., L. and N. Leeman
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to add, as a permitted use
to the R-3 Zone, a dwelling unit within a portion of an existing accessory building. The accessory
building containing the proposed dwelling unit was constructed in 2005. The property also contains
a single detached dwelling constructed in 1962.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-115 dated May 10,
2019, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. G. Leeman, Ms. L. Leeman and Ms. N. Leeman were in attendance in support of the subject
application and staff recommendation.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of GERALD and LEANNE LEEMAN requesting permission to allow a
dwelling unit within a portion of an existing accessory building, on Part Lot 54, German Company
Tract, 107-109 North Hill Place, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
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
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7. Submission No.:
A 2019-045
Applicant:
Miroslav Orasanin
Property Location:
52 South Drive
Legal Description:
Part Lots 302, 303 & 304, Plan 230, being Part 1 on Reference Plan
58R-20302 (Severed Lot from Consent Application B 2018-044)
Appearances:
In Support:
N. Orasanin
Contra:
None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a 2 -storey duplex
having a rear yard setback of 6.5m rather than the required 7.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-116 dated April 30,
2019, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. N. Orasanin was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation. In response to questions, Mr. Orasanin advised the lot is subject to Consent
Application B 2018-044, which was approved in 2018. He stated there were 13 conditions
imposed through that decision, indicating only 2 conditions are still outstanding to date. He
indicated the proposed application is to facilitate the sale of the lot and the conditions will be
completed to finalize that transaction. He further advised a condition requiring the payment of
parkland dedication was imposed as part of the consent application.
Mr. S. Hannah suggested and it was agreed that a condition be included as part of the
Committee's decision that Application A 2019-045 be subject to the full and final approval of
Consent Application B 2018-044.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MIROSLAV ORASANIN requesting permission to construct a 2 -storey
duplex having a rear yard setback of 6.5m rather than the required 7.5m, on Part Lots 302, 303
& 304, Plan 230, being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-20302, 52 South Drive, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED; subject to the following condition:
1. That the owner shall receive full and final approval of Consent Application B 2018-044.
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
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8. Submission No.:
A 2019-046
Applicant:
Maxwell Building Consultants Ltd.
Property Location:
18 Guelph Street
Legal Description:
Part Lot G, Plan 386
Appearances:
In Support:
K. Perrott
H. Price
M. Maxwell
Contra:
P. Quick
R. & A. LeGood
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a 3 -storey multi -
residential townhouse development containing 13 -units having a maximum building height of 10.8m
rather than the maximum permitted height of 10.5m; to permit exterior stairs to be 0.9m high located
within 3m of a street line whereas the By-law only permits stairs to be a maximum of 0.6m in height
when located within 3m of a street line; having front yard steps which encroach onto the property
line whereas the By-law does not permit encroachments; and, having a parking rate of 0.7 spaces
per dwelling unit (9 off-street parking spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.25 spaces
per dwelling unit (16 off-street parking spaces). This property is subject to Site Plan Application
SP19/016/G/LT.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-117 dated May 10,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Ms. K. Perrott, Ms. H. Price and Mr. M. Maxwell were in attendance in support of the subject
application. Ms. Perrott circulated a proposed change to the staff recommendation, noting they
were in general support of the staff recommendation. She indicated they have minor concerns
with the way the recommendation has been written in regards to the front steps encroaching
onto City lands. Ms. Price referenced Section 5.6.1 (d) of the Zoning By-law where it referenced
steps or access encroaching beyond the lot line. She requested the recommendation be clarified
as outlined in their circulated material to clarify that up to three steps are encroaching beyond
the lot line and to address the encroachment agreement condition to reference the three steps.
Ms. P. Quick addressed the Committee in opposition to the subject application. She stated she has
concerns with safety and overflow parking. She indicated currently parking is only permitted on one
side of the street and if a parking reduction is approved, it will create more of an issue with overflow
parking. She further advised when there are cars parked on -street, it reduces visibility and obstructs
two-way traffic.
Mr. R. LeGood & Ms. A. LeGood addressed the Committee in opposition to the subject application.
Mr. LeGood advised his concerns are related to their driveway, specifically whether the proposed
development would impede their access and snow storage, noting their driveway has encroached
onto the subject property for over a decade.
In response to questions, Mr. S. Ryder advised that the applicant did submit a Transportation
Demand Management (TDM) Checklist in support of their parking reduction and Transportation
Services are in support of the conclusions outlined in the Checklist. He further advised in response
to the neighbours concerns regarding on -street parking it, at times, can be a contentious issue. He
stated parking on the street is an amenity, which would have the same rights to all users.
Questions were raised regarding the comments provided by Transportation Services related to the
proposed Transportation Demand Management (TDM) measures being imposed as conditions of
the Committee's decisions this date. Mr. Ryder advised staff would be supportive of the two
comments being included as conditions of the Committee's approval.
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8. Submission No.: A 2019-046 (Cont'd)
In response to further questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised the development has Site Plan
approval in principle.
Questions were raised regarding the project's affordable housing status. Mr. Maxwell advised that
the project would be eligible for grant funding from other levels of government, stating a condition
of the funding requires the project to remain affordable housing for a minimum of 25 years.
A motion was brought forward by Mr. S. Hannah to approve the subject application as outlined in
the staff recommendation, including the amendment proposed by the applicants related to the
encroachment of the three stairs, as well as the two conditions outlined in the comments provided
by the City's Transportation Services Division related to the proposed TDM measures.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of MAXWELL BUILDING CONSULTANTS LTD. requesting permission to
construct a 3 -storey multi -residential townhouse development containing 13 -units having a
maximum building height of 10.8m rather than the maximum permitted height of 10.5m; to permit
exterior stairs to be 0.9m high located within 3m of a street line whereas the By-law only permits
stairs to be a maximum of 0.6m in height when located within 3m of a street line; having three
steps which encroach beyond the property line whereas the By-law does not permit
encroachments; and, having a parking rate of 0.7 spaces per dwelling unit (9 off-street parking
spaces) rather than the required parking rate of 1.25 spaces per dwelling unit (16 off-street
parking spaces), on Part Lot G, Plan 386, 18 Guelph Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall receive final approval of Site Plan Application SP19/016/G/LT.
2. That the owner shall enter into an encroachment agreement with the City of Kitchener for
the encroachment of up to three stairs into the municipal right-of-way.
3. That the owner shall ensure that the extra bicycle spaces beyond the minimum required,
as per the TDM report, are constructed and maintained on-site to the satisfaction of the
Director of Transportation Services.
4. That the owner shall provide Transportation Services with confirmation that parking
spaces will be unbundled from the residential units and sold/rented separately.
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
9. Submission No.: A 2019-047
Applicant: Granite Homes Guelph Inc.
Property Location: 945 Robert Ferrie Drive
Legal Description: Part Lot 8, Biehn's Tract and Block 71, Registered Plan 58M-803,
Block 7. Registered Plan 58M-627
Appearances:
In Support: K. Barisdale
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9. Submission No.: A 2019-047 (Cont'd)
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a 6 -unit townhouse
having a rear yard setback for the westerly end townhouse unit of 6.3m rather than the required
7.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-118 dated May 10,
2019, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Ms. K. Barisdale was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
Moved by Mr. M. Kidd
Seconded by Mr. S. Hannah
That the application of GRANITE HOMES GUELPH INC. requesting permission to construct a
6 -unit townhouse having a rear yard setback for the westerly end townhouse unit of 6.3m rather
than the required 7.5m, on Part Lot 8, Biehn's Tract and Block 71, Registered Plan 58M-803,
Block 7, Registered Plan 58M-627, 945 Robert Ferrie Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
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
10. Submission No.: A 2019-048
Applicant: Terry Ferguson
Property Location: 28 Stirling Avenue South
Legal Description: Lot 7, Plan 634
Appearances:
In Support: V. Labreche
T. Ferguson
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to legalize a Lodging House
having a lot width of 14m rather than the required 15m; to have 95 sq. m. of floor area devoted to
lodging units having 3 off-street parking spaces ratherthan the required 4 off-street parking spaces;
and, to be located 380m from another Lodging House whereas the By-law requires a distance
separation of 400m.
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10. Submission No.: A 2019-048 (Cont'd)
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-119 dated May 13,
2019, recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. V. Labreche was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation. In response to questions, Mr. Labreche advised the existing single detached
garage in the rear of the dwelling is an existing condition that pre -dates the existing Zoning By-
law.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of TERRY FERGUSON requesting permission to legalize a Lodging House
having a lot width of 14.2m rather than the required 15m; to have 95 sq.m. of floor area devoted
to lodging units having 3 off-street parking spaces rather than the required 4 off-street parking
spaces; and, to be located 380m from another Lodging House whereas the By-law requires a
distance separation of 400m, on Lot 7, Plan 634, 28 Stirling Avenue South, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that
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
11. Submission No.: A 2019-049
Applicant: Silicon North Real Estate Corporation
Property Location: 101-115 Margaret Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lots 99 & 100, Plan 376
Appearances:
In Support: R. Masri
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to convert an existing Lodging
House into a multi -residential dwelling containing 17 -units having a front yard setback of 1.7m
rather than the required 4.5m; a rear yard setback of 3.2m rather than the required 7.5m; having 9
off-street parking spaces rather than the required 21 off-street parking spaces; 0 accessible parking
spaces rather than the required 1 accessible parking space; and, 0 off-street visitor parking spaces
rather than the required 3 off-street visitor parking spaces.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-120 dated May 13,
2019, recommending approval of this application, subject to the condition outlined in the Report.
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11. Submission No.: A 2019-049 (Cont'd)
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Ms. R. Masri was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
In response to questions, she advised the site currently contains a group home.
Mr. S. Hannah suggested and it was agreed, that Transportation Demand Management
comments provided by the City's Transportation Services department should be included as
conditions of the Committee's approval this date.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised unbundled parking can be facilitated
through a condominium document, which allows residents to determine whether they wish to
purchase a parking space with their unit.
It was further requested and agreed that an additional condition be included as part of the
Committee's decision requiring the applicant to apply for a building permit to the satisfaction of
the Chief Building Official.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of SILICON NORTH REAL ESTATE CORPORATION requesting
permission to convert an existing Lodging House into a multi -residential dwelling containing 17 -
units having a parking rate of 0.54 parking spaces per unit (9 off-street parking spaces) rather
than the required parking rate of 1.25 parking spaces per unit (21 off-street parking spaces); 0
accessible parking spaces rather than the required 1 accessible parking space; and, 0 off-street
visitor parking spaces rather than the required 3 visitor off-street parking spaces, on Part Lots
99 & 100, Plan 376, 101-115 Margaret Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED; subject to
the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall receive final Site Plan Approval.
2. That the owner shall ensure that the extra bicycle spaces beyond the minimum required,
as per the TDM report, are constructed and maintained on-site to the satisfaction of the
Director of Transportation Services.
3. That the owner shall provide Transportation Services with confirmation that parking
spaces will be unbundled from the residential units and sold/rented separately.
4. That the owner shall apply for a Building Permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Building
Official.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
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
12. Submission No.: A 2019-050
Applicant: Kiah Group Inc.
Property Location: 149-151 Ontario Street North/21 Weber Street West
Leaal Description: Part Lot 11. Reaistered Plan 401. West of Weber Street East
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12. Submission No.: A 2019-050 (Cont'd)
Appearances:
In Support: S. Patterson
S. O'Neill
R. Sittler
Contra: S. Ahn
Written Submissions: H. Jaeger
Shuh Cline & Grossman LLP
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to convert an existing
office/residential dwelling to a mixed-use 21 -storey, 126 -unit multi -residential dwelling having 0 off-
street parking spaces rather than the required 87 off-street parking spaces required by Zoning By-
law 85-1. The proposed Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) currently under
review would require 0 off-street parking spaces for the proposed redevelopment.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-121 dated May 14,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising although they have no concerns with this application, they noted any
development application on the above development would require dedicated road widening of
approximately 3m along the entire property frontage along Weber Street (RR #08).
Mr. S. Patterson was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
Mr. G. Stevenson provided an overview of the application, advising the City has been reviewing
various design options for the proposed redevelopment of the subject properties over the past
year. He stated the City is also currently completing a Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-
law (CRoZBy), which Stage 1 has been approved by Council and is within the appeal period. He
noted there is a transition phase between the current Zoning By-law and the new Zoning By-law
and the subject application is intended to assist in facilitating that transition. He stated the
existing Zoning By-law required 87 off-street parking spaces, the zoning on the subject property
is proposed to be changed and will require 0 off-street parking spaces under the new By-law.
He further advised the Zoning on the subject property was deferred by Council to its May 27,
2019 meeting pending consideration of the active planning applications at the Heritage Kitchener
Advisory Committee meeting and the Committee of Adjustment meeting this date. Mr. Stevenson
advised the minor variance would ensure the property is compliant with the existing By-law and
the transitional policies of the new By-law to allow the development to proceed.
In response to questions, Mr. Stevenson advised the applicant has completed a Site Plan pre-
submission hearing, as confirmed publicly by the Owner during the Heritage Kitchener Advisory
Committee meeting, and has completed a Heritage Impact Assessment and completed concept
plans in regards to the proposed development.
Questions were raised regarding the proposed Zoning and what would be permitted in regards
to the building height. Mr. Stevenson advised under the new Zoning By-law, the permitted height
of the building would be 12 stories with a Floor Space Ratio of 3.0.
Ms. S. Ahn addressed the Committee in opposition to the subject application. She advised she is
an owner of the adjacent property, noting she has provided a written submission further outlining
some of their concerns. She requested the Committee defer the subject application for one month
to allow them to meet with the owners of the subject property prior to rendering a decision on the
variances. Ms. Ahn expressed concerns with the proposed parking reduction, stating in her opinion
the application does not meet the four tests for determining whether the application is minor.
In response to questions, Mr. Patterson advised he was in support of the staff recommendation.
He indicated at his request Council deferred consideration of the Zoning on the subject property
pending the outcome of the Heritage Impact Assessment at the Heritage Kitchener Advisory
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Committee meeting. He stated the property municipally addressed as 149-151 Ontario Street North
is of cultural heritage interest and the applicant is trying to maintain that building in situ. He stated
following the outcome of today's meeting, they have intentions of submitting a Site Plan approval
application to the City tomorrow to begin that process. Mr. Patterson further advised the meeting
with the adjacent property owner as mentioned by Ms. Ahn is likely going to be a conversation
related to land acquisition. Additionally, Mr. Patterson stated he had copies of the concept plan
prepared for the proposed development and circulated them to the Committee for their
consideration.
Ms. J. von Westerholt advised the proposed development, save and except for parking complies
with Zoning By-law 85-1, which is the current Zoning By-law. The application before the Committee
this date is to address the transition period between this By-law and the new Zoning By-law. Mr.
Stevenson advised the parking rate for the proposed development is based on the size of the units,
if the units were less than 51 sq.m they would only require 23 off-street parking spaces.
Several committee members expressed concerns with the proposed development and which
regulations are being considered between the By-law which is in force and effect, and the new
Zoning By-law. It was noted under the existing Zoning By-law, the property owner is eligible for a
greater density on site, than what would be permitted under the new Zoning By-law. Mr. B. McColl
stated he had concerns with the parking reduction, stating in his opinion the parking in the
Downtown is problematic and the application may have adverse impacts on the situation.
Mr. Stevenson stated the building would be smaller under the new Zoning By-law, but the applicant
would have various options to achieve the proposed density, including but not limited to site specific
zoning through CRoZBy or a Zone Change Application. He indicated if the units in the building were
proposed to be smaller, the applicant considered using a parking stacker to achieve their required
23 off-street parking spaces and the site would be in full compliance with the Zoning By-law. He
stated staff encouraged the applicant to improve the ground floor design and to add various design
features to maintain and enhance the heritage building, and to provide active uses at grade, which
eliminated the off-street parking stacker. He stated that was the rationale on what is being proposed
this date.
In response to questions, Mr. Patterson advised pending the outcome of the meeting this date, if
the Committee defers or refuses the subject application, it is likely he would request site specific
zoning from Council at the May 27, 2019 Council meeting prior to approving the zoning proposed
for the subject property in CRoZBy.
Ms. von Westerholt advised CRoZBy is being approved in stages; the Urban Growth Centre and
parking rates have already gone before Council and are within the appeal period.
Several members expressed concerns with making a decision on the application this date, noting
it would be their preference to allow the appeal period for CRoZBy to expire and allow Council to
make a decision on the proposed Zoning for the subject property prior to rendering a decision on
the subject application.
The Chair noted, for reference to the applicant, that the Region of Waterloo is also seeking a road
widening on the property that may impact the proposed development.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of KIAH GROUP INC. requesting permission to convert an existing
office/residential dwelling to a mixed-use 21 -storey, 126 -unit multi -residential dwelling having 0 off-
street parking spaces rather than the required 87 off-street parking spaces required by Zoning By-
law 85-1, on Part Lot 11, Registered Plan 401, West of Weber Street East, 149-151 Ontario Street
North/21 Weber Street West, BE DEFFERED to the August 20, 2019 Committee of Adjustment
meeting to allow for Council to further consider CRoZBy at its meeting on Monday, May 27, 2019
related to the subject property.
Carried
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13. Submission No.: A 2019-051
Applicant: Alfredo and Sandra Hernandez
Property Location: 25 Vanier Drive
Legal Description: Part Lots 10 & 11, Registered Plan 791
Appearances:
In Support: A. and S. Hernandez
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to legalize a semi-detached
duplex dwelling having a driveway width of 5.6m rather than the permitted 5.2m; and, to allow a
driveway to contain two different materials (concrete/asphalt) whereas the By-law requires a
driveway to be a consistent material.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-122 dated May 13,
2019, 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
May 3, 2019, advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. A. Hernandez and Ms. S. Hernandez were in attendance in support of the subject application,
including the proposed staff amendment recommendation.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of ALFREDO HERNANDEZ and SANDRA HERNANDEZ requesting
permission to legalize a semi-detached duplex dwelling having a driveway width of 5.6m rather
than the permitted 5.2m; on Part Lots 10 & 11, Registered Plan 791, 25 Vanier Drive, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That the owner shall ensure the driveway is returned to one consistent surface material
(asphalt or concrete) to comply with the Zoning By-law by December 31, 2019.
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
CONSENT APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission No.: B 2019-015
Applicant: Yusuf Ishmail
Property Location: 23-25 Wendy Crescent
Legal Description: Lot 42, Registered Plan 1661
Appearances:
In Support: Y. and F. Ishmail
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1. Submission No.: B 2019-015 (Cont'd)
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land so
each half of a semi-detached residential dwelling can be dealt with separately. The severed land
municipally addressed as 23 Wendy Crescent will have a width of 10.016m, an average depth of
34m and an area of 342.8 sq.m. The retained land municipally addressed as 25 Wendy Crescent
will have a width of 10.016m, an average depth of 35.136m and an area of 348.6 sq.m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-123 dated May 13,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to this application,
subject to the following condition:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
Mr. Y. Ishmail and Ms. F. Ishmail were in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
Moved by Mr. M. Kidd
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of YUSUF ISHMAIL requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
municipally addressed as 23 Wendy Crescent having a width of 10.016m, an average depth of
34m and an area of 342.8 sq.m., on Lot 42, Registered Plan 1661, 23-25 Wendy Crescent,
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(ies) 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 submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
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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1. Submission No.: B 2019-015 (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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
2. Submission No.: B 2019-016
Applicant: 4Front Design Build Partners
Property Location: 52 Wilhelm Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 6, Plan 399
Appearances:
In Support: D. McMartin
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land having
a width of 9.06m, a depth of 41.89m and an area of 366.37 sq.m. The retained land will have a
width of 9.06m, a depth of 44.03m and an area of 385 sq. m. Each lot is intended for a two-storey
duplex.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-124 dated May 8,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to this application,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
2. That prior to final approval, the applicant submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region
of Waterloo for review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of
the study, enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the Region of Waterloo to
implement the recommendations of the study.
Mr. D. McMartin was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
The Chair requested and it was agreed to include the conditions requested by the Region of
Waterloo as part of the Committee's decision this date.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of 4FRONT DESIGN BUILD PARTNERS requesting permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 9.06m, a depth of 41.89m and an area of 366.37 sq. m., on Part
Lot 6, Plan 399, 52 Wilhelm Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
conditions:
1. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City of Kitchener for the
payment of any outstanding Municipal property taxes and/or local improvement charges.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCad) or Agn (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 pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication in the amount of $4,167.60.
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2. Submission No.: B 2019-016 (Cont'd)
4. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Engineering Services for the installation of any new service connections to the severed
and/or retained lands.
5. 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 and retained
lands.
6. 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 Services.
7. That the owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services.
8. That the owner shall submit a complete Development Asset Drawing (digital AutoCAD)
for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding layer names and asset information
to the satisfaction of Engineering Services.
9. That the owner shall provide Engineering Services with confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this is not the case, then the
owner would have 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 to the satisfaction of the Director
of Engineering Services.
10. 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 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 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.
11. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
12. That the owner shall submit an Environmental Noise Study to the Region of Waterloo for
review and approval, and, if necessary, based on the recommendations of the study,
enter into a Registered Development Agreement with the Region of Waterloo to
implement the recommendations of the study.
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.
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2. Submission No.: B 2019-016 (Cont'd)
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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
3. Submission No.: B 2019-017
Applicant: Theodore Russell
Property Location: 177 Fifth Avenue
Legal Description: Part Block F, Registered Plan 254
Appearances:
In Support: D. Aston
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land having
a width of 10.05m, a depth of 50.18m and an area of 506.9 sq.m. The retained land will have a
width of 10.05m, a depth of 50.18m and an area of 501.9 sq.m. Both lots are intended for residential
development; the existing dwelling will be demolished.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-125 dated May 7,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to this application,
subject to the following condition:
That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
Mr. D. Aston was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. S. Hannah
That the application of THEODORE RUSSELL requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
having a width of 10.05m, a depth of 50.18m and an area of 506.9 sq.m., on Part Block F,
Registered Plan 254, 177 Fifth Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the
following conditions:
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.
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3. Submission No.: B 2019-017 (Cont'd)
3. 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 $4,623.00.
4. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's
Engineering Services for the installation of any new service connections to the severed
and/or retained lands.
5. 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 Services.
6. That the owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering Services.
7. That the owner shall submit a complete Development Asset Drawing (digital AutoCAD)
for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding layer names and asset information
to the satisfaction of Engineering Services.
8. That the owner shall provide Engineering Services with confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers. If this is not the case, then the
owner would have 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 to the satisfaction of the Director
of Engineering Services.
9. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements to address existing boulevard trees
that may be impacted to the satisfaction of the Director of City's Operations.
10. 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 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 to be preserved.
b. The owner further agrees 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.
11. 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 prior to any grading or the application or issuance of a building permit, the
owner shall submit a plan, prepared by a qualified consultant, to the satisfaction
and approval of the City's Director of Planning showing:
i. the proposed location of all buildings (including accessory buildings and
structures), decks, fencing and driveways;
ii. the location of any existing buildings or structures to be removed or
relocated;
iii. the proposed grades and drainage;
iv. the location of all trees to be preserved, removed or potentially impacted on
or adjacent to the subject lands, including notations of their size, species
and condition; and,
V. justification for any trees to be removed; and further,
vi. outline tree protection measures including any city trees within the Fifth
Avenue ROW.
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3. Submission No.: B 2019-017 (Cont'd)
b. Any alteration or improvement to the lands including grading, tree removal and the
application or issuance of any building permits shall be in compliance with the
approved plan. Any changes or revisions to the plan require the approval of the
City's Director of Planning.
12. That the owner shall obtain Demolition Control Approval to the satisfaction of the Director
of Planning.
13. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
4. Submission No.: B 2019-018
Applicant: Owl Properties Incorporated
Property Location: 69 Amherst Drive
Legal Description: Lots 40-42 and Part Lots 28, 29, 43-45, 47-50 & 55 and Part
Sydenham Street, Registered Plan 578
Appearances:
In Support: K. Barisdale
Contra: V. and P. James
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
municipally addressed as 69 Amherst Drive having a width on Amherst Drive of 20.535m, a depth
of 30.480m and an area of 632 sq. m. The retained parcel will be irregular in shape having width on
Doon Valley Drive of 4.267m and an area of 6862 sq.m. Both parcels are intended for residential
use.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-126 dated May 13,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to this application,
subject to the following condition:
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4. Submission No.: B 2019-018 (Cont'd)
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
The Chair noted the condition requested by the Region of Waterloo and requested it be included
in the Committees decision this date.
Ms. K. Barisdale was in attendance in support of the subject application. She stated she was aware
that the City has intentions of installing new sidewalks on Amherst Drive, noting it was her belief
that they are being proposed on only one side of the street. She requested clarification if the
sidewalk was being proposed on the same side as the subject property, indicating if they were
proposed for the opposite side it was her preference to remove condition 3 as outlined in the staff
recommendation.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised staff could not confirm this date which side
of the street the sidewalk was proposed for. She indicated Transportation Services requested the
condition, noting as a way to address the applicant's concerns, staff would be willing to amend the
condition, to include the words "if required" to ensure it is a requirement only if it impacts the subject
property.
At the suggestion of Ms. von Westerholt, it was agreed that condition 3 of the staff recommendation
related to the sidewalk should be amended to include the words "if required".
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of OWL PROPERTIES INC. requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land municipally addressed as 69 Amherst Drive having a width on Amherst Drive of 20.535m,
a depth of 30.480m and an area of 632 sq. m., on Lots 40-42 and Part Lots 28, 29, 43-45, 47-50
& 55 and Part Sydenham Street, Registered Plan 578, 69 Amherst Drive/118 Doon Valley 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 PDF and either.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 a future sidewalk along the entire frontage (18.28m) of the
severed portion, if required.
4. That the owner shall submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent Application
Review Fee 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.
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Submission No.: B 2019-018 (Cont'd)
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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
5. Submission No.: B 2019-019
Applicant: Alphabet Overland Self Storage Inc.
Property Location: 49 Overland Drive
Legal Description: Lot 12 and Part Lots 9, 11 & 16, Plan 791, being Parts 3 & 4 on
Reference Plan 58R-1275
Appearances:
In Support: D. Aston
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land being
irregular in shape having an approximate width on Overland Drive of 114m, an approximate depth
of 85m and an area of 9,400 sq. m.; permission is also being requested to grant an irregular-shaped
easement as outlined on the plan submitted with the subject application over the retained land in
favour of the severed land for stormwater management. The retained land will have an approximate
width on Overland Drive of 158m, an approximate depth of 139m and an area of 28,735 sq.m. A
Self Storage/Warehouse use is proposed forthe severed lot and a Contractor Yard and Stormwater
Management Facility is proposed for the retained land.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-127 dated May 13,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to this application,
subject to the following condition:
That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) dated
May 13, 2019, advising a portion of the subject property is within the Riverine Flooding Hazard
(floodplain) of Schneider Creek and its associated 5m regulated allowance. The GRCA
recommends deferral of this application to allow time for the owner to demonstrate that vehicles
and people have a way of safely entering and exiting the area in times of flooding.
Mr. D. Aston was in attendance in support of the subject application. He expressed concerns with
the comments from the GRCA, regarding their deferral request. He stated the subject property is
outside of the flood plain. He indicated the larger issue is related to the intersection on Overland
Drive being within the flood plain due to Schneider Creek. He advised in recent months a new
storage facility was approved on Overland Drive and the subject application is intended to create a
new lot to provide for another business on the street. He further advised the road itself is below the
flood line, which would impact a number of businesses on the street. Mr. Aston requested the
Committee consider the subject application this date, noting a number of the conditions that would
be applied through the consent process could be addressed through the Site Plan approval
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process. He stated possible conditions for the Committee's consideration this date would be the
requirement to obtain a new reference plan and possibly obtaining a GRCA permit. He indicated
work has already commenced on the subject property for the construction of a stormwater facility
and the subject application is intended to establish a new lot, which is not located within a flood
plain.
In response to questions, Mr. E. Schneider advised that staff did not receive comments from the
GRCA with sufficient time to address their request. He indicated there may be the requirement for
an additional easement to address the safe access requirement that was not applied for through
the subject application. He indicated staff approached the GRCA with the possibility for including a
condition in the Committee's decision to address their request for safe access and they indicated
a deferral as their preferred option.
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of Alphabet Overland Self Storage Inc. permission to sever a parcel of land
being irregular in shape having an approximate width on Overland Drive of 114m, an approximate
depth of 85m and an area of 9,400 sq.m.; permission is also being requested to grant an irregular-
shaped easement as outlined on the plan submitted with the subject application over the retained
land in favour of the severed land for stormwater management, on Lot 12 and Part Lots 9, 11 & 16,
Plan 791, being Parts 3 & 4 on Reference Plan 58R-1275, 49 Overland Drive, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE DEFERRED to the June 18, 2019 Committee of Adjustment meeting, to allow additional time
to address the comments from the GRCA regarding their request for safe access.
Carried
6. Submission No.: B 2019-020
Applicant: MB Future Homes Ltd.
Property Location: 28 Burgetz Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lot 4, Registered Plan 589, being Parts 2 & 3 on Reference Plan
58R-15112
Appearances:
In Support: M. Prebreza
Contra: S. Dahmer
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever a parcel of land
containing an existing 2 -storey log dwelling having a width of 15.266m, a depth of 29.46m and an
area or 434.9 sq. m. The retained land will have a width of 25.295, a depth of 28.273m and an area
of 815.2 sq.m. The retained land is intended for residential development.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-128 dated May 8,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to this application,
subject to the following condition:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
Mr. M. Prebreza was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
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6. Submission No.: B 2019-020 (Cont'd)
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD. requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land containing an existing 2 -storey log dwelling having a width of 15.266m, a depth of 29.46m
and an area or 434.9 sq. m., on Part Lot 4, Registered Plan 589, being Parts 2 & 3 on Reference
Plan 58R-15112, 28 Burgetz Avenue, 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 PDF and either.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 pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication equal in the amount of $11,635.70.
4. 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 severed and
retained lands.
5. 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 severed lands and retained lands.
6. 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.
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 make arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Engineering
Services for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping, closure of the
redundant driveway ramp on the retained lands and installation of a new driveway ramp
on the severed lands.
9. That the owner shall reconstruct or repair the retaining wall along the south-western
property line to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services and/or Chief
Building Official. A building permit will be required to replace the retaining wall if the wall
exceeds 1000mm in height.
10. That the owner shall receive approval of the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) dated
March 2018 and the Conservation Plan dated July 2018 and prepared by MHBC Planning
Limited, for 28 Burgetz Avenue, from the City's Director of Planning.
11. 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 lands which shall include the
following:
That following the completion of building renovations contemplated under Building
Permit 19-101721, the owner agrees that the property containing the log house be
designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
That a new driveway 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 Chief Building
Official.
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Submission No.: B 2019-020 (Cont'd)
12. 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:
"That prior to any grading, tree removal, or the application for or issuance of a building
permit, the owner shall submit a Tree Preservation Plan in accordance with the City's
Tree Management Policy. Such plans shall include, among other matters, the
identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, landscaped area and vegetation
to be preserved and must be prepared by qualified consultants, to the satisfaction of the
City's Director of Planning. The owner further agrees to implement the approved plans.
No changes to the plans shall be granted except with the prior approval of the City's
Director of Planning."
13. That the owner shall:
complete a building code assessment, prepared by a qualified designer, to confirm
that the proposed property line and any of the building adjacent to this new property
line comply with the Ontario Building Code, to the satisfaction of the City's Chief
Building Official. The assessment shall addresses items such as, but not limited
to, spatial separation of existing buildings' wall face, and shall include
recommendations such as closing in of openings pending spatial separation
calculation results.
obtain a building permit for any remedial work/upgrades required by the building
code assessment.
14. That the owner shall submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent Application
Review Fee of $350.00.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
Submission Nos.: B 2019-021 & B 2019-022
Applicant: 2184647 Ontario Limited & Breithaupt Block Inc.
Property Location: 20-24 Breithaupt Street
Legal Description: Lots 135-138 and Part Lots 133, 134, 139 & 140, Registered Plan
376
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Submission No.:
B 2019-023
Applicant:
2184647 Ontario Limited & Breithaupt Block Inc.
Property Location:
26, 43, 47, 53, 55 Wellington Street North, 2, 12 Moore Avenue and
20 Breithaupt Street
Legal Description:
Part Lots A & E and Lots B -D, Plan 22, Part Lots 133, 134, 139 &
140 and Lots 135-138, Plan 376, being Parts 2-7 on Reference Plan
58R-3538
Appearances:
In Support:
A. Bobechko
C. Beattie
K. Mitikuticwz
Contra:
D. Elliott
C. Owens
Written Submissions: None
Regarding Applications B 2019-021 and B 2019-022, the Committee was advised the applicants
are requesting permission to sever a parcel of land having a width of 43.2m, a depth of 48.1 m and
an area of 2,069 sq.m. The retained land will have a width of 67.9m, a depth of 48m and an area
of 3,263 sq.m. Permission is also being requested to grant an easement over the severed land
having a width of 14m and a depth of 48.1 m in favour of the retained lands for access.
Regarding Application B 2019-023, the Committee was advised the applicants are requesting
permission for a lease in excess of 21 years for the subject property having frontage on Breithaupt
Street, Moore Avenue and Wellington Street North also known as "The Breithaupt Block Phase 3"
for a total area of 27870.912 sq.m. The public lane is intended to be closed to facilitate the
redevelopment of the subject parcel.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -19-129 dated May 13,
2019, 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 May 14, 2019, advising they have no objection to application B 2019-
021, subject to the following condition:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit payment to the Region of Waterloo,
the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00.
In addition, the Region advised they have no objection to applications B 2019-022 and B 2019-023.
Ms. A. Bobechko was in attendance in support of the subject applications and staff
recommendations.
Submission No.: B 2019-021
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of 2184647 ONTARIO LIMITED & BREITHAUPT BLOCK INC. requesting
permission to sever a parcel of land having a width of 43.2m, a depth of 48.1 m and an area of
2,069 sq.m., on Lots 135-138 and Part Lots 133, 134, 139 & 140, Registered Plan 376, 20-24
Breithaupt 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 PDF and either.dwg (AutoCad) or.dgn (Microstation) format,
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Submission No.: B 2019-021, B 2019-022 and B 2019-023 (Cont'd)
Submission No.: B 2019-021 (Cont'd)
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 submit payment to the Region of Waterloo, the Consent Application
Review Fee of $350.00.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2019-022
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of 2184647 ONTARIO LIMITED & BREITHAUPT BLOCK INC. requesting
permission to grant an easement over the severed land having a width on Breithaupt Street of
14m, a depth of 48.1 m and an area of approximately 678.2 sq. m. in favour of the retained lands
for access, on Lots 135-138 and Part Lots 133, 134, 139 & 140, Registered Plan 376, 20-24
Breithaupt Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either.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.
2. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the Easement(s) being
approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the City Solicitor:
a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement(s) 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);
a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement(s) being granted shall
be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity.
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7. Submission No.: B 2019-021, B 2019-022 and B 2019-023 (Cont'd)
Submission No.: B 2019-022 (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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2019-023
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of 2184647 ONTARIO LIMITED & BREITHAUPT BLOCK INC. requesting
permission for a lease in excess of 21 years for the subject property having frontage on
Breithaupt Street, Moore Avenue and Wellington Street North also known as "The Breithaupt
Block Phase 3" for a total area of 27,318 sq. m., on Part Lots A & E and Lots B -D, Plan 22, Part
Lots 133, 134, 139 & 140 and Lots 135-138, Plan 376, being Parts 2-7 on Reference Plan 58R-
3538, 43, 47, 53 & 55 Wellington Street North, 2-12 & 26 Moore Avenue, 20 Breithaupt Street,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
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 May 21, 2021.
Carried
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
MAY 21, 2019 -128- CITY OF KITCHENER
ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 11:34 a.m.
Dated at the City of Kitchener this 21st day of May, 2019.
Dianna Saunderson
Secretary -Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment