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PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE MINUTES
MAY 1, 1995
CITY OF KITCHENER
The Planning and Economic Development Committee met this date commencing at 3:50 p.m. under
Councillor C. Weylie, Chair, with the following members present: Mayor R. Christy and Councillors John
Smola, G. Lorentz, K. Redman, B. Vrbanovic, T. Galloway, M. Yantzi and Jake Smola. Councillors J.
Ziegler and M. Wagner entered the meeting shortly after its commencement.
Officials present: Mr. T. McKay, Mr. T. McCabe, Mr. B. Stanley, Ms. V. Gibaut, Ms. J. Jantzi, Mr. L.
Masseo, Mr. R. Mattice, Mr. J. Shivas, Ms. C. Ladd, Mr. J. Witmer, Mr. D. Mansell, Mr. T. Boutilier, Ms. B.
Newell, Ms. S. Frenette, Mr. J. Gazzola and Mr. L.W. Neil.
PD 95~22 - 511 BANKSIDE DRIVE
- REVISIONS TO HIGHLAND WEST COMMUNITY PLAN
-ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 941131BIPMc
- ANNE ROGERS - WEST WARD
The Committee was advised that the Department of Planning & Development was in receipt of an
application from Anne Rogers to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 511 Bankside
Drive. The proposed zoning change is from Convenience Commercial Zone (C-1) to
Neighbourhood Institutional (I-1) with special use provision 95U according to By-law 85-1.
Concurrent with the Zone Change Application, a revision to the Community Plan was proposed
from Convenience Commercial to Neighbourhood Institutional. In this regard the Committee
considered Staff Report PD 95/22 dated March 14, 1995 and the proposed by-law dated March
14, 1995 attached to the report. It was noted in the report that the subject lands are located on the
west side of Westforest Trail between Bankside Drive and Highland Road West and that Block 14,
Registered Plan 1790 has been recently severed into two separate parcels of land. The proposed
zone change will allow a health office or a health clinic to be located on the lands municipally
addressed as 511 Bankside Drive in addition to the uses permitted in the I-1 zone.
It was pointed out that notice that the Committee would hold a public meeting this date to consider
this matter had previously been given.
Mr. T. McCabe explained the purpose of the changes proposed and advised that staff had nothing
further to add to the recommendations in the staff report.
Ms. Anne Rogers appeared as a delegation to advise of support of the staff report.
No other delegations responded to the invitation from the Chair to address the Committee on this
matter.
On motion by Councillor T. Galloway,
it was resolved:
A. "That the "Highland West Community Plan" be revised as follows:
a)
That Map "B", Land Use Plan, be revised to change the land use designation
from "Convenience Commercial" to "Neighbourhood Institutional" on the
lands located at the southwest corner of Bankside Drive and Westforest Trail,
as illustrated on Map "B" attached and entitled, "Revised General Land Use
Plan", dated March 1995.
b)
That Policy 3.7.2 be revised to change the lot area referenced from "0.6"
hectares to "0.4" hectares.
It is the opinion of this Committee that approval of these revisions to the Community
Plan is proper planning for the City.
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That Zone Change Application 94/13/B/PMc (Anne Rogers) requesting a change in
zoning from Convenience Commercial Zone (C-1) to Neighbourhood Institutional
Zone (I-1) with special use provision 95U according to By-law 85-1, on part of Block
14, Registered Plan 1790, more particularly described as Parts 1 and 2, 58R-
1 BANKSIDE DRIVE
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- REVISIONS TO HIGHLAND WEST COMMUNITY PLAN
-ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 941131BIPMc
- ANNE ROGERS - WEST WARD (CONT'D)
9367, be approved in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law" attached dated
March 14, 1995 without conditions.
It is the opinion of this Committee that approval of this application is proper planning
for the City and is in conformity with the Municipal Plan."
The Chair advised that this recommendation would be considered by City Council at its meeting to
be held on Monday, May 8, 1995.
PD 95/23 - 340 KINGSWOOD DRIVE
-ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 94/19/K/PMc
- GOLDEN TRIANGLE OILS LTD. - FAIRVIEW WARD
The Committee was advised that the Department of Planning & Development was in receipt of an
application from Golden Triangle Oils Ltd., to change the zoning of lands known municipally as
340 Kingswood Drive. The proposed zoning change is from Service Station Zone (C-7) with
special regulation provision 83R and special use provision 109U to Service Station Zone (C-7)
with special regulation provision 83R and revised special use provision 109U according to By-law
85-1. In this regard the Committee considered Staff Report PD 95/23 dated March 15, 1995 and
the proposed by-law dated March 13, 1995 attached to the report. It was noted in the report that
the proposed zone change is to permit a restaurant in conjunction with a gas bar to a maximum
gross leasable commercial floor space of 32.5 square metres.
It was pointed out that notice that the Committee would hold a public meeting this date to consider
this matter had previously been given.
Mr. T. McCabe advised that staff had nothing further to add to the report under consideration. He
did explain that the department has by interpretation allowed the sale of convenience items in a
limited way from service station zones and that the application represented a technical
amendment to permit the preparation of package orders rather than simply the sale of
convenience items.
No delegations responded to the invitation of the Chair to address the Committee on this matter.
On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic,
it was resolved:
"That Zone Change Application 94/19/K/PMc (Golden Triangle Oils Ltd.) requesting a
change in zoning by revising special use provision 109U to By-law 85-1 to permit limited
restaurant use in conjunction with a gas bar, on the property legally described as Block E,
Registered Plan 1335, be approved in the form shown in the Proposed By-law attached
dated March 13, 1995, without conditions.
It is the opinion of this Committee that approval of this application is proper planning for the
City and is in conformity with the Official Plan."
The Chair advised that this recommendation would be considered by City Council at its meeting to
be held on Monday, May 8, 1995.
Councillors J. Ziegler and M. Wagner entered the meeting at this point.
OFFER TO PURCHASE - 1090504 ONTARIO LTD. (MITCHELL PLASTICS LTD.)
The Committee was in receipt of a memorandum dated April 26, 1995 from Ms. V. Gibaut
recommending acceptance of an offer from Mitchell Plastics Ltd., to purchase lands in Huron
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Business Park.
Ms. Gibaut advised that at this point staff do not have a bona fide offer in hand but do have a fax
copy of the draft offer. In response to Councillor T. Galloway, Ms. Gibaut advised that any
approvals required would be obtained during the development process.
Councillor T. Galloway questioned the process to consider offers to purchase and Mr. J. Shivas,
City Solicitor advised that in future sale of lands by the City would be considered in open council
whereas purchase of land by the City would be considered in camera. Further he noted that in this
instance staff were close to having a firm offer in hand.
No delegations were registered respecting this matter.
The Committee then considered the recommendation and agreed to a revision that provides for
approval subject to a firm offer being received and approved by Mr. J. Shivas, City Solicitor.
On motion by Councillor T. Galloway,
it was resolved:
"That subject to a firm Offer to Purchase being received and approved by Mr. J. Shivas,
City Solicitor, the City accept, and the Mayor and Clerk execute an Offer to Purchase
submitted by 1090504 Ontario Limited (Mitchell Plastics), with respect to land in Phase 111
Huron Business Park composed of Part 1 of a draft plan by Metz & Lorentz, dated April 19,
1995 under File Number K1 - 710 - 78 and consisting of 7.183 acres at a total purchase
price of $560,274 ($78,000 per acre). The Offer includes a First Right of Refusal on Part 5
of the draft plan consisting of 2 acres in Phase 111 Huron Business Park at a fair market
value; and further,
That the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized to execute any other necessary
documentation required by the City Solicitor."
Councillor T. Galloway expressed concern that there was no opportunity to review prices or give
direction to staff relative to offers to purchase land from the City. He questioned what mechanism
was in place for staff to know what Council's bottom line was on offers given that it was his
understanding there was no opportunity for staff to approach Council with concerns.
OFFER TO PURCHASE - R.M. ADAMS TRUCKING
The Committee was in receipt of a memorandum dated April 25, 1994 from Ms. V. Gibaut
respecting an offer received from R.M. Adams Trucking Ltd., to purchase lands in the Bridgeport
Business Park.
No delegations were registered respecting this matter.
On motion by Councillor John Smola,
it was resolved:
"That subject to a firm Offer to Purchase being received and approved by Mr. J. Shivas,
City Solicitor, the City accept, and the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute, an Offer
to Purchase from R. M. Adams Trucking Ltd. with respect to lands composed of Part Lot
112, G.C.T. designated as Part 1 on Plan 58R-4735 having a frontage of about 235.25 feet
and an area of about 1.873 acres on Dumart Place at the purchase price of $63,000 per
acre, for a total purchase price of $118,000."
REQUEST FOR DEFERRAL OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES AND FIRST RIGHT OF REFUSAL
TO PURCHASE ADJACENT LANDS
- K-W TRIPLE J. TOOLING - HURON BUSINESS PARK
The Committee was in receipt of a memorandum dated April 24, 1994 from Ms. V. Gibaut prepared
in response to a request from K-W Triple J. Tooling which purchased 1.5 acres of land in Huron
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Business Park and is proceeding with site plan and building permit approval. It was noted in the
report that due to unforeseen circumstances their development is now over budget and in order to
assist in their cash flow they have requested deferral of the City Development Charges for one
year.
Ms. Jane Jantzi advised that the development charges amount to approximately $19,000 and that
the company was asking for a 12 month deferral of the charges but has agreed to make 12 equal
monthly payments plus interest to pay the charges. Ms. V. Gibaut noted that such an arrangement
would be a precedent.
Mayor R. Christy advised that he had concern with recommendation #2, however Councillor J.
Ziegler supported recommendation #2 on the basis that the City was most interested in companys
that were hopeful of expanding and was prepared to assist them with that objective.
Mr. J. Shivas, City Solicitor, advised that he had concerns with respect to the recommendation to
allow deferral both with the merit of the proposal and in the manner that the request came about.
In this regard he pointed out that the transaction had just closed in March and that the company
had put up only 10% of the purchase price with a mortgage from the City for the balance. He
advised that the deferral would become an unsecured debt and he was concerned about the
legalities of registration and transfer which could put the City in a very weak position. Accordingly
he recommended that the City not agree to deferral of the charges.
Councillor Jake Smola questioned how many jobs were affected and was advised that presently
the company employs 10-15 persons and was expected to hire another 10-15 persons next year.
In response to a further question, Ms. J. Jantzi advised that the development would produce
approximately $68,000 in property taxes and $40,000 in business taxes annually.
Mr. J. Gazzola advised that it was his opinion the City was not being provided with good security
that could be added to taxes; however, he noted that the $19,000 in question was not large. Also,
he commented that the interest rate being recommended of prime plus 1% was on the Iow side
and that he would prefer a higher rate over the prime rate.
In response to Councillor K. Redman, Mr. J. Shivas advised that he did not see any other option
available to resolve the matter.
Councillor B. Vrbanovic stated that he did not have a concern given that the company was an
established one and a significant amount was not involved. Councillor J. Ziegler also commented
that there was not that much risk to the City given the tax revenue that would be generated as a
result of the development. He requested that if there should be similar requests in future, staff
provide an estimate of the annual business and realty taxes that would be produced as a
comparative to the risk on deferral of development charges.
On motion by Councillor J. Ziegler,
it was resolved:
1)
"That notwithstanding Section 13.(1) of By-law 91-314 and in accordance with
Subsections 9(8) and 12(1) of The Development Charges Act, S.O. 1989, City
Council support a request for deferring the payment of all of the City development
charges for K-W Triple J. Tooling Inc. required to be paid on the date a building
permit is issued subject to the following:
(a) that such payment deferral be for a maximum period of one (1) year from
REQUEST FOR DEFERRAL OF DEVELOPMENT CHARGES AND FIRST RIGHT OF REFUSAL
TO PURCHASE ADJACENT LANDS
- K-W TRIPLE J. TOOLING - HURON BUSINESS PARK (CONT'D)
the date of issuance of the building permit to which the development charge
applies.
(b) that interest at the rate of prime plus one (1) percent be applied to the
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outstanding development charge, calculated from the date of the issuance of
the building permit to the date the charge is paid.
(c)
that the owner of the lands to which the development charge applies shall
enter into an agreement with the City to be registered on title, prior to the
issuance of the building permit, which agreement shall include the matters
set out in Conditions (a) and (b) above.
(d)
That the foregoing be subject to the preparation of a Deferral Agreement by
and to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.
That K-W Triple J Tooling Inc. will have the First Right of Refusal to purchase the
neighbouring lands known as Part 12, on Reference Plan 58R-7426, at a fair market
value."
REPORT - MAYOR'S TASK FORCE ON THE DOWNTOWN
Councillor C. Weylie advised that the interim report of the Mayor's Task Force on the Downtown
was listed on the agenda with the intent that the report be tabled and referred for consideration by
the Downtown Action Committee (DAC) at its May 4th meeting and by City Council at its May 8th
meeting.
A few Committee members indicated that they were uncomfortable with the process of
consideration, particularly relating to sufficient time being allocated for detailed discussion.
Mayor R. Christy referred to the Task Force Terms of Reference and noted that the process had
been clearly outlined several weeks ago. He pointed out that the Downtown Action Committee
was a sub-committee of the Planning and Economic Development Committee and it was
appropriate that DAC should first have input along with the recommendations advanced by the
Task Force at City Council on May 8th.
Councillor Jake Smola pointed out that direction was given previously that a report on the Market
Square parking garage be considered at the May 1st Public Works and Transportation Committee
meeting. He questioned why and who directed that the report not appear on the May 1st
Committee agenda.
Mayor R. Christy advised that he had requested Mr. T. McKay to remove the report from the Public
Works and Transportation Committee agenda on the basis that it would be part of the Task Force
report and it was his assumption that Council wished to deal with the issues within the report on a
comprehensive basis. His concern was to achieve an orderly process of consideration and that
debate on the parking garage would take place when all data and parties were available. Mayor
Christy outlined the process at the last Council meeting and no objections were raised at that time.
He stressed that it was essential Council receive information from DAC and that Councillors were
expected to be at the DAC May 4th meeting. Mr. T. McKay stated that he fully supported the
Mayor's decision on the parking garage report and noted there were many ramifications to the
Downtown beyond the parking garage structure. Further, he pointed out that there was no
urgency to deal with the parking garage as no major work could be contracted for this year.
REPORT - MAYOR'S TASK FORCE ON THE DOWNTOWN (CONT'D)
Councillor M. Wagner expressed concern that there was insufficient time at the May 8th Council
meeting to deal with the report. In response to Councillor Wagner, Mr. B. Stanley advised that the
recommendations from the May 4th DAC meeting would be ready for the May 8th Council meeting.
Other Councillors supported the established process and noted that after hearing from
delegations, Council could establish its own time lines to fully debate and resolve
recommendations within the report. Ms. S. Frenette noted that May 8th was planned to allow for
presentation of all the Task Force recommendations and to hear from those affected by the
recommendations. Councillor T. Galloway expressed concern that some issues seem to have
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accelerated ahead of Council's consideration. Also, in reference to removal of the parking garage
report from the Public Works and Transportation Committee agenda, he stated that he did not
think any other member of Council or staff had a right to restrict a report, previously requested,
from an agenda. Councillor John Smola commented that he was not concerned over the parking
garage report being held back but the Public Works and Transportation Committee should have
received the report. It was his view the Public Works and Transportation Committee should have
made the decision to defer the report and refer it to the May 8th Council meeting. Mayor R.
Christy assured the Committee that the report was not arbitrarily withdrawn and that it has major
implications as it affects the plans of major stakeholders.
Mayor R. Christy stated that he wished to congratulate all members of Council for their support of
the Downtown initiatives and pointed out that an extremely positive response has been received
from the public in this regard.
On motion by Councillor K. Redman,
it was resolved:
"That the "Interim Report of the Mayor's Task Force on the Downtown dated May 1, 1995"
be received and referred for consideration by:
(a)
(b)
Downtown Action Committee on May 4, 1995
City Council on May 8, 1995"
REPORT - DOWNTOWN ACTION COMMITTEE
- ENDORSEMENT OF COMMUNITY BASED PROJECTS
The Committee was in receipt of a report dated April 20, 1995 from Mr. B. Stanley advancing a
recommendation as a result of the April 13, 1995 meeting of the Downtown Action Committee.
On motion by Mayor R. Christy,
it was resolved:
"That action on the following resolution be deferred and referred to the May 8, 1995
Council meeting:
That the Downtown Action Committee endorse the Murals Program, The Children's
Museum, Lighting of Gaukel Street and Victoria Park and the St. Jerome's Centre for the
Performing Arts and requests that Council endorse the same on the basis that these are
Community driven projects and do not entail funding from Council by this endorsement."
PD 95/41 - BLAIR, BECHTEL AND BAUMAN CREEKS SUBWATERSHED STUDY
- PUBLIC CONSULTATION PROCESS
- SOUTH WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/41 dated April 21,
1995 which outlines the proposed public consultation process to be followed for the Blair, Bechtel
and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study. Mr. B. Stanley explained the purpose of the study and
noted that the first major public meeting would be held shortly.
On motion by Councillor T. Galloway,
it was resolved:
"That Planning and Development Staff Report PD 95/41 outlining the public consultation
process to be followed for the Blair, Bechtel and Bauman Creeks Subwatershed Study be
received for information only."
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PD 95/43 - CEDAR HILL COMMUNITY PROJECT
- CITY SPONSORSHIP
- VICTORIA PARK WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/43 dated April 18,
1995 which deals with the Cedar Hill Community Project and in particular City Sponsorship.
Ms. S. Frenette advised that as noted in the report a matching grant to the City's has now been
received from the Province and the recommendations contained in the report firm up the process
of this undertaking. She asked that the Committee take note of the project plan covering a 12
month period which was attached to the staff report.
On motion by Councillor M. Yantzi,
it was resolved:
1)
"That the Department of Planning and Development administer the grants
comprised of $16,000 from the Ministry of the Solicitor General and $16,000 from
the City for the Cedar Hill Community Project; and further,
2)
That the Department of Planning and Development be authorized to employ a
contract community development worker to coordinate the project for a one year
period; and further,
3)
That the Planning and Economic Development Committee receive quarterly reports
of the project's progress and outcomes in order to evaluate a community
development approach for neighbourhood improvement."
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PD 95/42 - APPROVAL OF STREET NAMES ADJACENT TO OTTAWA ST S.
- SUBDIVISION 30T-88041 - ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC.
- SOUTH WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/42 dated April 12,
1995 concerning a request for approval of street names in the Laurentian West Community being
developed by Activa Holdings Inc.
On motion by Councillor T. Galloway,
it was resolved:
"That the following proposed street names be approved for Draft Plan of Subdivision 30T-
88041 (Activa Holdings Inc.):
PD 95/42 - APPROVAL OF STREET NAMES ADJACENT TO OTTAWA ST S.
- SUBDIVISION 30T-88041 - ACTIVA HOLDINGS INC.
- SOUTH WARD (CONT'D)
Street One
Street Two
Street Three
Street Four
Street Five
Wilderness Drive
Grey Fox Drive
Queen Charlotte Crescent
Waterwillow Court
Orchid Crescent"
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PD 95/38 - 33 CEDAR STREET SOUTH
- DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 94/10/C/RM
- CITY OF KITCHENER
- VICTORIA PARK WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/38 dated April 10,
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1995 dealing with a Demolition Control Application submitted by the City of Kitchener with respect
to the property known municipally as 33 Cedar Street South. It was noted in the report that the
applicant proposes to demolish a single detached dwelling to create an open space.
Mr. B. Stanley explained the background relating to the property which in the view of staff has a
number of serious disadvantages as outlined in the report.
Councillor M. Yantzi questioned if the property could be salvaged by selling it for a nominal fee to
an organization that would be willing to invest the necessary funds approximating $40,000 to
upgrade the property to a useable four bedroom house. He questioned if such organizations such
as Habitat for Humanity might be interested in such an arrangement.
Ms. S. Frenette advised that Habitat for Humanity was having difficulty with funding their existing
project and that Kitchener Housing did not see the property as a break even proposition. Mr. T.
McKay advised that serious damage has occurred to both the house and the foundation over the
years and it was felt that creation of green space would be more beneficial to the neighbourhood
than attempting to maintain this dwelling. Councillor M. Yantzi indicated that he would like an
opportunity to consider the issue further before a decision was made.
On motion by Councillor M. Yantzi,
it was resolved:
"That Planning and Development Staff Report PD 95/38 (Demolition Control Application
94/10/C/RM - 33 Cedar Street South) be deferred and referred to a future meeting of the
Planning and Economic Development Committee."
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PD 95/39 - 4607-4611 KING STREET EAST
- DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 94/08/K/RM
- IMPERIAL OIL LTD.
- SOUTH WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/39 dated April 10,
1995 dealing with a Demolition Control Application submitted by Imperial Oil Ltd., with regard to
the property known municipally as 4607-4611 King Street East. It was noted in the report that the
applicant proposes to demolish a single detached dwelling to create a vacant lot until a
commercial development is economically feasible.
Mr. B. Stanley advised that staff had nothing further to add to the report under consideration.
Councillor T. Galloway referred to the holding provision in the zoning and questioned when it
would be lifted. Mr. B. Stanley advised that at the time the current by-law was written the holding
PD 95~39 - 4607-4611 KING STREET EAST
- DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 94/08/K/RM
- IMPERIAL OIL LTD.
- SOUTH WARD (CONT'D)
provision related to a possible future London by-pass and the necessary lands in that regard were
requested by the Ministry of Transportation. He noted that removal of the holding provision was
required to obtain access to the property. He also pointed out that there was a new holding
provision in the new Municipal Plan to address the City of Cambridge concerns regarding land
needs for a Cambridge by-pass and that no upgrade of the property will be permitted pending
Regional consideration of Cambridge's plans.
Councillor M. Wagner stated that he objected to approval of the application because such
approval in effect rewards owners for allowing buildings to become derelict.
No delegations were registered respecting this matter.
On motion by Councillor T. Galloway,
it was resolved:
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"That Demolition Control Application DC 94/08/K/RM (Imperial Oil Ltd.) requesting approval
for the demolition of a single detached dwelling located at 4607-4611 King Street East
legally described as Part Lot 24, Con Beasleys Broken Front be approved."
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PD 95/14 - 1252 DOON VILLAGE ROAD
- DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 941091DIRM
- CITY OF KITCHENER
- SOUTH WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/14 dated April 7,
1995 concerning a Demolition Control Application submitted by the City of Kitchener with regard to
lands known municipally as 1252 Doon Village Road. It was noted in the report that the applicant
proposes to demolish a single detached dwelling to create an open space.
Mr. B. Stanley advised that staff had nothing further to add to the report.
No delegations were registered respecting this matter.
On motion by Councillor J. Ziegler,
it was resolved:
"That Demolition Control Application DC 94/09/D/RM (City of Kitchener) requesting
approval for the demolition of a single detached dwelling located at 1252 Doon Village
Road legally described as Part Lot 3, Tract Biehns be approved."
14.
PD 95/48 - STRASBURG CREEK - NEW FILL LINES - SOUTH WARD
The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/48 dated April 26,
1995. The report deals with new draft Fill Lines for the Strasburg Creek between Westmount
Road and Huron Road in the Huron Community. It was noted in the report that the Grand River
Conservation Authority proposes to amend its Fill, Construction and Alteration to Waterways
Regulation 149, by adding a Fill Line Schedule for the Strasburg Creek Watershed. This is one of
the measures that the Authority has undertaken to implement the Strasburg Creek Master
Watershed Plan and the Authority now seeks endorsement of the City to proceed with registration.
14.
PD 95/48 - STRASBURG CREEK - NEW FILL LINES - SOUTH WARD (CONT'D)
Mr. B. Stanley advised that the report and recommendation was a follow-up to a public meeting
held in December and he noted that the GRCA has dealt with individuals in this regard and that
the entire matter would now go back to the GRCA to address.
Councillor T. Galloway questioned if any changes had been made to the Fill Lines and Mr. B.
Stanley advised that with regard to the lands represented by Mr. Dorfman, it was his
understanding there was some clarifications relative to the Dorar Properties.
No delegations were registered respecting this matter.
On motion by Councillor T. Galloway,
it was resolved:
"That Kitchener City Council endorse the Registration of new Fill Lines for the Strasburg
Creek Watershed between Westmount and Huron Road in the Huron Community and
supports registration of these Fill Lines by the Grand River Conservation Authority."
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PD 95/49 - MUNICIPAL PLAN
- FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE SUPPRESSION POLICIES
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The Committee was in receipt of Planning & Development Staff Report PD 95/49 dated April 27,
1995 which deals with Fire Prevention and Fire Suppression Policies in the Municipal Plan. It was
noted in the report that Regional staff received several letters from developers requesting deferral
of the Fire Prevention and Fire Suppression Policies contained in the Kitchener Municipal Plan
with the deferral request being contingent upon completion of the City of Kitchener Fire Location
Study. It was further noted that while the Study has been approved by Council, both Regional and
City staff in meetings with representatives of developers have been unable to resolve this issue.
Councillor T. Galloway questioned what the general nature of the developers objections were. Mr.
B. Stanley advised that the way the City has written its policies, the Fire Location Study is cited
and as a result certain subdivisions cannot be considered as a result of the policies. He advised
that the developers have concern that if they proceed to the Ontario Municipal Board with their
plans, such plans will be deemed not in conformity with the Municipal Plan and it is their desire to
remove any reference to the Fire Location Study in the Municipal Plan.
On motion by Councillor M. Wagner,
it was resolved:
"That Council accept Planning and Development Staff Report PD 95/49 pertaining to the
Fire Prevention and Fire Suppression Policies in the Municipal Plan for their information
and acknowledges that these Policies will be referred to the Ontario Municipal Board by
Regional Council."
16. ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 5:15 p.m.
L.W. Neil, AMCT
Assistant City Clerk