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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDSD-2022-478 - Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS - Zoning By-law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS - Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd., Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser and 2544770 Ontario Inc.Staff Report Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee DATE OF MEETING: January 9, 2023 SUBMITTED BY: Garett Stevenson, Interim Director, Planning, 519-741-2200 etc. 7070 PREPARED BY: Garett Stevenson, Interim Director, Planning, 519-741-2200 etc. 7070 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 1 DATE OF REPORT: December 22, 2022 REPORT NO.: DSD -2022-478 SUBJECT: Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zoning By-law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser and 2544770 Ontario Inc. RECOMMENDATION: That Official Plan Amendment Application OP17/003/F/GS for Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser and 2544770 Ontario Inc. requesting a Commercial land use designation and Specific Policy Area 58 to permit a crematorium/cremator as an accessory use to a funeral home, on the lands specified and illustrated on Schedule `A' and on Schedule `B', be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Report DSD -2022-478 as Appendix `A', and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZC17/010/F/GS requesting to amend Zoning By-law 85-1, for Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser and 2544770 Ontario Inc. be approved in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law", and "Map No. 1", attached to Report DSD -2022-478 as Appendix `B'; and That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZC17/010/F/GS requesting to amend Zoning By-law 2019-051, for Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser and 2544770 Ontario Inc. be approved in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law", and "Map No. 1", attached to Report DSD -2022-478 as Appendix `C'; and That the Proposed By-law to amend Zoning By-law 2019-051, attached to Report DSD -2022- 478 as Appendix `C', as amended shall have no force and effect against the subject lands until the date that all appeals relating to By-law 2022-040 (Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) Stage 2b — Applying New Residential Zones on Properties) in relation to the subject lands have been withdrawn or decided and any applicable appeal periods have expired; and *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 59 of 291 That in accordance with Planning Act Section 45 (1.3 & 1.4) that applications for minor variances shall be permitted for lands subject to Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZC17/010/F/GS, and That Council give approval under Section 83(3) of the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, to establish a Crematorium proposed at 507 Frederick Street; and further, That under Section 84(4) of the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, staff be directed to send a copy of the Council decision to the Provincial registrar and the owner, and that staff also be directed to publish notice of the decision in The Record newspaper. N Subject N Area Y2 2 E �4 Z� � X20 LL Location Map: Subject Lands — Inclusive of 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street, and a triangular shaped portion of land legally described as Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1 REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to provide a planning recommendation to approve Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zoning By-law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS for 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street, to permit a crematorium/cremator use as an accessory use to a funeral home. Page 60 of 291 Community engagement included: o Circulation of a preliminary circulation letter to property owners within 120 metres of the subject lands; o Installation of notice signs on the property facing Frederick Street and Ann Street; o Two Neighbourhood Information Meetings; o An Owner -led Information Meeting, o Notice of the Statutory Public Meeting was published in the Waterloo Region Record on December 16, 2022 and directly mailed to all property owners within 120 metres of the subject lands and all community members that participated in the application process. A copy of the notice was also emailed to all community members that provided an email address through the application process. This report supports the delivery of core services. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: Planning staff is recommending approval of Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zoning By-law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS for 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, and a triangular-shaped portion of land, legally described as Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1, to permit a crematorium/cremator as an accessory use to an existing funeral home. A funeral home is a permitted use for lands municipality addressed as 507 Frederick Street. The Official Plan amendment application proposes to amend the land use designation of 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land), from `Low Rise Residential' to `Commercial'. Further, the application proposes to add Specific Policy Area 58 in the Official Plan to permit a crematorium/cremator use on all lands. The Zoning By-law Amendment application proposes to amend both zoning by-laws so that all lands are zoned as `COM -2' which would be the same zoning as the existing funeral home property. Additionally, Site Specific Provision (367) in Zoning By-law 2019-051. Site Specific Provision 367 in the Zoning By-law 2019-051 will permit a crematorium/cremator use on the lands 56 metres from a residential property, retain permissions for existing residential uses, prohibit new sensitive use, and provide site specific regulations for buildings and parking. BACKGROUND: In August 2017, the City of Kitchener received an Official Plan Amendment (OPA) application and a Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) application. The OPA application, initially submitted, proposed to change the land use designation of all the above -noted properties to `Commercial' and to change to the zoning to `Commercial Residential Two Zone (CR -2) with Special Use Provision 268U'. An addition to the existing funeral home was proposed to the rear of the existing building. The closure and potential purchase of a portion of City -owned Becker Street was also proposed. In September 2020, the proposal was revised to include a cremation tribute centre (crematorium/cremator use). The Owner had indicated that they would like to install a Facultative FT -III cremator that exceeds the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation, and Parks (MECP) standards and advised that a potential purchase of Becker Street is no longer being considered. Crematoriums are not permitted in the `COM -2' zone, but they are permitted in the `Heavy Industrial Employment Zone (EMP -3)' as a permitted use in Zoning By-law 2019-051. Further, Zoning By- law 2019-051 requires that crematoriums cannot be located within 250 metres of an existing or Page 61 of 291 planned residential use, a day care facility, elementary school, secondary school, or a post- secondary school. Zoning By-law 85-1 did not list a crematorium as a separate use and was previously permitted on any property that was zoned to permit a funeral home. The Owner is proposing to build a crematorium in the new portion of the building (the proposed addition to the funeral home) on the west side of the building, adjacent to the expressway and as far as possible from the adjacent residential uses. The stack (the chimney) is proposed to be located 56 metres from the closest residential property (property line). As part of the Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) project, the City updated the zoning of most properties in the City in phases, which included creating new zones, and making some changes to land use designations in the Official Plan. As part of this work, the land use designation in the Official Plan for 507 Frederick Street (current funeral home and parking lot property) was amended from `Mixed Use' to `Commercial', and the lands were rezoned as `COM -2' (General Commercial) in new Zoning By-law 2019-051. As part of the application of residential zones (the most recent phase of the CRoZBy project), the lands addressed as 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street were rezoned from `Residential Five Zone (R-5)' to `Low Rise Residential Four Zone (RES -4)'. Kitchener City Council has previously approved zoning by-law amendments for 28 Becker Street (2007) and 34 Becker Street (2014) to rezone those lands from `Residential Five Zone (R-5)' to `Commercial -Residential Two Zone (CR -2) with Special Use Regulation 268U' to permit previous expansions of the funeral home and parking area. REPORT: The subject lands are made up of five parcels, being the property municipally addressed as 507 Frederick Street (which now includes lands formally addressed as 28 and 34 Becker Street), 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as a triangular shaped portion of land legally described as Plan 42 Pt Lots 27 TO 30 RP 58R-15854 Pt 1 (located between Becker Street and the expressway). A letter describing the initial applications was circulated to property owners within 120 metres of the subject lands on August 18, 2017. An in person Neighbourhood Information Meeting (NIM) was held on September 14, 2017. A second circulation letter was mailed to all property owners within 120 metres of the subject lands as well as any person who participated in the application process on September 16, 2020. The Owner hosted a digital information meeting on October 27, 2021 and Planning staff held a second City -led virtual Neighbourhood Meeting on November 23, 2021. Official Plan Amendment The property municipally addressed as 507 Frederick Street is designated as `Commercial' and the four Becker Street properties (the triangle -shaped property and 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street) are designated as `Low Rise Residential' in the City's Official Plan. A portion of lands form part of a Community Node in the City's Urban Structure. The application proposes to amend the land use designation of 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land), from `Low Rise Residential' to `Commercial'. Further, Page 62 of 291 the application proposes to add Specific Policy Area 58 in the Official Plan to permit a crematorium/cremator use on all lands. Zoning By-law Amendment The property addressed as 507 Frederick Street is zoned as `COM -2 (General Commercial)', and a small portion previously addressed as 36 Becker Street is zoned as `MIX -1', in Zoning By-law 2019-051. 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street are zoned as `Residential Five Zone (R-5)' in Zoning By-law 85-1 and `Low Rise Residential Four Zone (RES -4)' in Zoning By-law 2019-051. The triangle -shaped piece of land is zoned as `Residential Six Zone (R-6) with Special Use Provision 362U' in Zoning By-law 85-1 which permits a funeral home. These lands are zoned as `Low Rise Residential Five Zone (RES -5) with Site Specific Provision 205' in Zoning By-law 2019- 051. A funeral home is a permitted use. The application proposed to amend both zoning by-laws so that all of the subject lands are zoned as `COM -2' which would be the same zoning as the existing funeral home property. Additionally, Site Specific Provision (367) in Zoning By-law 2019-051 will; • permit a crematorium/cremator as an accessory use to a funeral home on the lands at least 56 metres from a residential property, • legalize the retention of existing residential dwellings, • permit a building with no setback to Becker Street, • allow a building within the required Driveway Visibility Triangles along Becker Street, • permit a reduced an on-site vehicle parking rate of 1 space per 24.5 square metres of floor area, • allow for tandem parking for employees, • define Frederick Street as the front lot line, and • prohibit certain sensitive land uses until a Record of Site Condition is completed and a Ministry Acknowledgement Letter is provided. Planning Analysis: Provincial, Regional, and City planning policy provide guidance that must be considered when evaluating changes in land use permissions as discussed below. Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 25. Section 2 of the Planning Act establishes matters of provincial interest and states that the Minister, the council of a municipality, a local board, a planning board and the Tribunal, in carrying out their responsibilities under this Act, shall have regard to, among other matters, matters of provincial interest such as: f) The adequate provision and efficient use of communication, transportation, sewage and water services and waste management systems; g) The minimization of waste; h) The orderly development of safe and healthy communities; j) The adequate provision of employment opportunities; p) The appropriate location of growth and development; Page 63 of 291 q) The promotion of development that is designed to be sustainable, to support public transit and to be oriented to pedestrians; r) The promotion of built form that, (i) Is well-designed, (ii) Encourages a sense of place, and (iii) Provides for public spaces that are of high quality, safe, accessible, attractive and vibrant; s) The mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation to a changing climate. These matters of provincial interest are addressed and are implemented through the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020, as it directs how and where development is to occur. The City's Official Plan is the most important vehicle for the implementation of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 and to ensure Provincial policy is adhered to. Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) The PPS provides policy direction on matters of provincial interest related to land use planning and development. As a key part of Ontario's policy -led planning system, the Provincial Policy Statement sets the policy foundation for regulating the development and use of land. Section 3(5) of the Planning Act requires that a decision of the council of a municipality shall be consistent with the policy statement that are in effect on the date of decision and shall conform with the provincial plans that are in effect on that date, or shall not conflict with them, as the case may be. The PPS focuses growth and development within urban and rural settlement areas while supporting the viability of rural areas. Land use must be carefully managed to accommodate appropriate development to meet the full range of current and future needs, while achieving efficient development patterns and avoiding significant or sensitive resources and areas which may pose a risk to public health and safety. Efficient development patterns optimize the use of land, resources and public investment in infrastructure and public service facilities. These land use patterns promote a mix of housing, including affordable housing, employment, recreation, parks and open spaces, and transportation choices that increase the use of active transportation and transit before other modes of travel. Policy 1.1.1 of the PPS states that, "Healthy, liveable and safe communities are sustained by: a) promoting efficient development and land use patterns which sustain the financial well- being of the Province and municipalities over the long term; c) avoiding development and land use patterns which may cause environmental or public health and safety concerns; e) promoting the integration of land use planning, growth management, transit -supportive development, intensification and infrastructure planning to achieve cost-effective development patterns, optimization of transit investments, and standards to minimize land consumption and servicing costs; and g) ensuring that necessary infrastructure and public service facilities are or will be available to meet current and projected needs. The PPS notes that settlement areas are urban areas and rural settlement areas, and include cities, towns, villages and hamlets, and policy 1.1.3.1 states that settlement areas shall be the focus of Page 64 of 291 growth and development. Policy 1.1.3.2 states that land use patterns within settlement areas shall be based on densities and a mix of land uses which; a) efficiently use land and resources; and b) are appropriate for, and efficiently use, the infrastructure and public service facilities which are planned or available and avoid the need for their unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion. Policy 1.2.6.1 notes that major facilities and sensitive land uses shall be planned and developed to avoid, or if avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any potential adverse effects from odour, noise and other contaminants, minimize risk to public health and safety, and to ensure the long-term operational and economic viability of major facilities in accordance with provincial guidelines, standards and procedures. Where avoidance is not possible in accordance with policy 1.2.6.1, planning authorities shall protect the long-term viability of existing or planned industrial, manufacturing or other uses that are vulnerable to encroachment by ensuring that the planning and development of proposed adjacent sensitive land uses are only permitted if the following are demonstrated in accordance with provincial guidelines, standards and procedures: a) there is an identified need for the proposed use; b) alternative locations for the proposed use have been evaluated and there are no reasonable alternative locations; c) adverse effects to the proposed sensitive land use are minimized and mitigated; and d) potential impacts to industrial, manufacturing or other uses are minimized and mitigated. Funeral homes and crematoriums are necessary uses in a City to ensure that end of life accommodations for residents can be addressed. The Owner has indicated that the use of the cremation facility, located at Williamsburg Cemetery, does not suit their future needs, and a new facility is required. An on-site facility is desirable to reduce the number of trips required to complete an end of life service. An on-site facility will reduce vehicle trips across the City. The Owner has completed several studies, including a Land Use Compatibility Study, Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report, and an Acoustic Assessment Report, which were submitted to the City and the Region of Waterloo to demonstrate that their proposed crematorium will meet Provincial standards and that there will be no adverse impacts to surrounding lands. As a Zoning By-law amendment application is required to add a crematorium use, the City and the Region of Waterloo were able to undertake the review of the crematorium proposal through the planning application public process. The City retained RWDI Consultants to peer review the reports submitted by Trinity Consultants on behalf of the Owner. As confirmed through the peer review process, the proposed mitigation will include: - A requirement for the installation and maintenance of two 3 metre high noise walls adjacent to 133 Ann Street, - Site specific zoning regulations limiting the site to one cremator that is 56 metres from a residential property, - Enhanced landscape materials along the rear yards of Ann Street to provide additional screening, - Periodic air quality testing of the cremation unit to ensure it operates optimally and in compliance with the MECP Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA), and - A 1.2 metre high parapet atop the roof along the perimeter of the building to provide noise attenuation to rooftop mechanical equipment. Page 65 of 291 Planning staff is of the opinion that with the proposed mitigations listed above, the recommended zoning by-law amendment and Site Specific Provision (367) is consistent with the PPS. A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (Growth Plan) The Growth Plan's strong emphasis on optimizing the use of the existing urban land supply represents an intensification first approach to development and city -building, one which focuses on making better use of existing infrastructure and public service facilities, and less on continuously expanding the urban area. The Growth Plan directs Planning authorities in the Region of Waterloo to plan for a population of 923,000 people and 470,000 jobs by 2051. This would mean a population increase of approximately 299,070 in comparison to the Region's 2020 population of 623,930. The Growth Plan notes that complete communities should be designed to meet people's needs for daily living throughout an entire lifetime by providing convenient access to an appropriate mix of jobs, local services, public service facilities, and a full range of housing to accommodate a range of incomes and household sizes. Complete communities support quality of life and human health by encouraging the use of active transportation and providing high quality public open space, adequate parkland, opportunities for recreation, and access to local and healthy food. Complete communities support climate change mitigation by increasing the modal share for transit and active transportation and by minimizing land consumption through building compact, mixed-use communities. Building compact and complete communities, and protecting agricultural lands, water resources and natural areas will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure communities are more resilient to the impacts of a changing climate. The Province of Ontario has committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030. Kitchener has committed to a 50% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Policies 2.2.1.4 states that complete communities will: a) feature a diverse mix of land uses, including residential and employment uses, and convenient access to local stores, services, and public service facilities; b) improve social equity and overall quality of life, including human health, for people of all ages, abilities, and incomes; c) provide a diverse range and mix of housing options, including additional residential units and affordable housing, to accommodate people at all stages of life, and to accommodate the needs of all household sizes and incomes; d) expand convenient access to: i. a range of transportation options, including options for the safe, comfortable and convenient use of active transportation; ii. public service facilities, co -located and integrated in community hubs; iii. an appropriate supply of safe, publicly -accessible open spaces, parks, trails, and other recreational facilities; and iv. healthy, local, and affordable food options, including through urban agriculture; e) provide for a more compact built form and a vibrant public realm, including public open spaces; f) mitigate and adapt to the impacts of a changing climate, improve resilience and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to environmental sustainability g) integrate green infrastructure and appropriate low impact development. Expanding the existing funeral home within the Community Node will allow for additional end of life services at the existing location. Funeral homes and crematoriums are required for end of life Page 66 of 291 services for the growing population of the City and Region. Expanding the existing building with a modest building addition will reduce the total amount of construction materials required for a new facility located elsewhere. The subject lands have good access to the transportation network, including public transit and the road network, including the expressway. Planning staff are of the opinion that the recommended zoning by-law amendment conforms to the Growth Plan. Regional Official Plan (ROP) On August 18, 2022, the Regional Municipality of Waterloo adopted Regional Official Plan (ROP) Amendment 6. The ROP Amendment No. 6 is now before the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for a decision in accordance with Sections 17 and 26 of the Planning Act. As such, ROP Amendment No. 6 is now posted on the Province's Environmental Registry (ERO) website, and comments from the public will be accepted until January 4, 2023. The subject lands are designated "Urban Area" and "Built -Up Area" in the Regional Official Plan (ROP). The Urban Area designation of the ROP has the physical infrastructure and community infrastructure to support major growth and social and public health services. A key objective of ROP Amendment No. 6 is to accommodate forecasted growth by building 15 - minute neighbourhoods. These are compact, well-connected places where people can meet their daily needs for goods, services, and employment within a 15 -minute trip from home by walking, cycling, and rolling, and where other needs can be met by using direct, frequent, and convenient transit. F Section 2.D.1 of the ROP states that in preparing or reviewing planning studies, or in reviewing development applications or site plans, the Region and/or Area Municipalities will ensure that development occurring within the Urban Area is planned and developed in a manner that: a) Supports the Planned Community Structure described in this Plan; b) Is serviced by a municipal drinking -water supply system and a municipal waste -water system; c) Contributes to the creation of complete communities with development patterns, densities and an appropriate mix of land uses that supports walking, cycling and the use of transit; d) Protects the natural environment, and surface water and groundwater resources; e) Conserves cultural heritage resources and supports the adaptive reuse of historic buildings; f) Respects the scale, physical character and context of established neighbourhoods in areas where reurbanization is planned to occur; g) Facilitates residents' access to locally grown and other healthy foods in neighbourhoods; and h) Promotes building designs and orientations that incorporate energy conservation features and the use of alternative and/or renewable energy systems. Section 2.D.6.1 of ROP Amendment No. 6 states that in addition to the general development policies, the Region and the area municipalities will apply the following transit supportive development criteria in reviewing and evaluating development applications or site plans, within strategic growth areas and other intensification areas identified by the area municipality: (a) creates an interconnected, multimodal street pattern that prioritizes walking, cycling, and rolling, and taking transit over automobile trips, and supports vibrant mixed-use developments; (b) supports a more compact built form that locates the majority of transit supportive uses within a comfortable walking distance of a transit stop or Major Transit Station Area; Page 67 of 291 (c) provides an appropriate mix of land uses, including a range of food destinations, local services and amenities to meet peoples' daily needs for living; (d) promotes medium and higher -density development as close as possible to the transit stop to support higher frequency transit service and optimize transit rider convenience; (e) supports a high quality public realm to enhance the identity of the area and create gathering points for social interaction, community events and other activities; and (f) provides access from various transportation modes to the transit facility, including consideration of pedestrian, bicycle parking, and where applicable, passenger transfer and commuter pick-up/drop off areas. Section 2.G.10 of the Regional Official Plan requires the City of Kitchener to establish policies within their Official Plan to minimize the impact of Sensitive Land Uses and potential incompatible land uses from each other. Section 2.1.1 of ROP Amendment No. 6 requires the Region and the area municipalities to ensure that major facilities and sensitive land uses are planned and developed to avoid, or if avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any potential adverse effects from odour, noise and other contaminants, minimize risk to public health and safety, and to ensure the long-term operational and economic viability of major facilities in accordance with Provincial guidelines, standards and procedures. Section 2.1.1.2 outlines the same criteria in the PPS above to determine where avoidance is not possible. Regional staff recommended prohibiting new sensitive uses until such time that a record of site condition is completed and acknowledged by the Minister. This provision is included in the site- specific zoning proposed by Planning staff with this application. Planning staff is of the opinion that the applications conform to the Region of Waterloo Official Plan. Regional staff have no concerns with the peer review undertaken by RWDI for the proposed installation of a Facultative FT -111 cremator on the subject lands, subject to the mitigation criteria outlined above in the PPS section of this report. Regional Planning staff have no objections to the proposed applications and provided comments (Appendix E) that will be taken under advisement for future development applications. City of Kitchener Official Plan The vision of the City's Official Plan states "Together we will build an innovative, vibrant, attractive, safe, complete and healthy community contributing to an exceptional quality of life." A complete community creates and provides access to a mix of land uses including a full range and mix of housing types. A complete community also supports the use of public transit and active transportation, enabling residents to meet most of their daily needs within a short distance of their homes. Planning for a complete community will aid in reducing the cost of infrastructure and servicing, encourage the use of public transit and active modes of transportation, promote social interaction, and foster a sense of community. Urban Structure The City's Urban Structure is composed of Intensification Areas which include the Urban Growth Centre (Downtown), Major Transit Station Areas (MTSA), City Nodes, Community Nodes, Neighbourhood Nodes, Urban Corridors and Arterial Corridors. They are connected by transit corridors and the integrated transportation system which are key elements in shaping growth and built form in the city. Policy 3.C.2.1 states that lands within Urban Structure Components will be Page 68 of 291 designated an appropriate land use to achieve their planned function. The policies pertaining to each Urban Structure component stipulate what the applicable land use designations may include. The lands are identified as a Community Node and Community Area in the Official Plan. Community Nodes are located along existing or planned transit corridors. The planned function of Community Nodes is to provide for commercial uses with a mix of residential and institutional uses necessary to support and complete surrounding residential communities. Community Nodes primarily serve an inter -neighbourhood market and are intended to intensify, be transit -supportive and cycling and pedestrian -friendly. Commercial Land Use Designation Lands designated as `Commercial' are intended to provide for a range of retail and service commercial uses that cater primarily to the weekly and daily needs of residents within the surrounding neighbourhoods. A funeral home is a permitted use for lands designated as Commercial within a Community Node. Noise, Vibration, Light and Other Emissions An objective in the Official Plan is to minimize and mitigate land use conflicts between sensitive land uses, and noise, vibration and emission sources in accordance with all applicable Provincial, Regional and City regulations and guidelines. The City has regard for the Provincial Land Use Compatibility Guidelines relating to noise, vibration, odour and particulate matter when considering the siting of sensitive land uses. Official Plan Conclusions Planning staff is recommending approval of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit the expansion of the existing funeral home use and the establishment of a crematorium use. The existing funeral home is a permitted use in the Official Plan and Zoning By-law and the Owner has submitted the required land use compatibility reports to satisfy Provincial requirements for a crematorium use. Funeral homes are permitted within Community Nodes and the planned function of Community Areas is to provide for residential uses as well as non-residential supporting uses intended to serve the immediate residential areas. The property municipally addressed as 507 Frederick Street is designated as `Commercial' and the four Becker Street properties (triangle shaped property and 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street) are designated as `Low Rise Residential' in the City's Official Plan. A portion of lands form part of a Community Node in the City's Urban Structure. Planning staff are supportive of amending the land use designation of 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land), from `Low Rise Residential' to `Commercial'. For clarity, Planning staff are recommending adding Specific Policy Area 58 in the Official Plan to permit a crematorium/cremator use as an accessory use to a funeral home use. While Zoning By- law 2019-051 lists a crematorium and funeral homes as separate uses, the Official Plan does not list the two uses separately. Funeral home is not a defined term in the Official Plan. Page 69 of 291 Reports, Studies and Technical Memos The following reports and studies were considered as part of this proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment and are available on the planning applications webpage: - Acoustic Assessment Report - Emission Summary and Dispersion Report - Emission Summary and Dispersion Report - Updated - Land Use Compatibility Report - Landscape Buffer Concept - Planning Justification Report - RWDI Peer Review - January 29, 2021 - RWDI Peer Review - May 26, 2021 - Servicing Brief - Storm Water Management Brief - Tree Management Plan - Water Distribution Report WHAT WE HEARD to Approximately 60 people provided comments 3 Neighbourhood Meetings held, 2 City -led, 1 Owner -led 129 households circulated and notified Deaartment and Aaencv Comments: A copy of all comments received from the commenting agencies and City departments are attached as Appendix `E'. In summary, there are no outstanding concerns with the proposed applications. Additional considerations or concerns will be addressed through the site plan approval process. Community Input and Staff Responses: Planning staff received written submissions which are attached as Appendix `F'. Crematorium Use & Operation The majority of comments received by Planning Staff are in relation to the proposed crematorium use. Comments included concern about the crematorium's emissions, as well as the proximity to existing residential uses and schools. Some commenters preferred that the crematorium use be located in an industrial area of the City instead. Concerns were raised about smoke and smells being omitted from the smokestack, as well as mercury emissions into the air. Until Zoning By-law 2019-051 defined a crematorium as a separate use, a crematorium was permitted as of right as an accessory use to a funeral home. Under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, there is a requirement for the municipality to give approval to establish a crematorium, Page 70 of 291 before the Province can issue a license for the crematorium. This approval is above and beyond all other municipal requirements. As part of the approval, the municipality must give consideration as to whether the crematorium is in the public interest. Once the municipality makes a decision, there is a requirement to send a copy of that decision, and the reasons for it, to the Provincial registrar and to publish a notice of the decision in a local newspaper. There is the ability for the applicant, registrar or any person to appeal the decision of Council to the Ontario Land Tribunal. Staff have reviewed the request for a crematorium at this location and are of the opinion that it is in the public interest and are recommending that Council give its approval as required under the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act. The proposed crematorium is proposed to be located as an accessory use to an existing funeral home. A funeral home is a permitted use in the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law for lands addressed as 507 Frederick Street. There is a no specific locational criteria prescribed in the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act, however Zoning By-law 2019-051 only permits a crematorium to be located in the EMP -3 (Heavy Industrial Employment) zone, and shall not be located within 250 metres of a residential use, a day care facility, elementary school, secondary school or a post -secondary school or a lot zoned to permit a residential use. While the proposed crematorium is located 56 meters from the closest residential use, Planning staff are of the opinion that this is an appropriate separation distance given the required mitigation measures outlined the PPS section of this report, and the findings of the Land Use Compatibility Study, Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report, and the Acoustic Assessment Report, prepared by Trinity Consultants. The ESDM Report states that: "...emissions from a facility are described as being either point source or fugitive emissions. Point source emissions are those emissions that have been collected and discharged through a device such as an exhaust stack. Fugitive emissions are defined as emissions that are not collected but escape uncontrolled from the cremation unit and through the facility through openings such as doors, windows, and cracks in walls. In older cremation technologies, incomplete combustion can lead to occasional discharge of smoke and odour emissions from the exhaust stacks, while a lack of airtight system in the older technologies can lead to fugitive discharges of smoke or odour emissions. In newer and modern cremation unit, such as Facultatieve FT -III Cremator, the cremation process is controlled and monitored via a PC-based SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition). The SCADA controls the cremation and combustion activities by monitoring several parameters. The cremation process does not begin until both combustion chambers have reached the required minimum temperatures, which ensures that the entire cremation process occurs at temperatures to burn and incinerate any organic matter. During the combustion process, the control system constantly monitors the oxygen level and controls the amount of secondary air supplied to ensure complete combustion of the body and all organic matter. The complete combustion of the gases in the secondary chamber ensures that there is no visible smoke or odor discharged from the exhaust stack. The airtight cremator ensures that there is no fugitive smoke or odour escaping from the cremator. Once the body has been loaded into the cremator, the casket loading door is closed, creating an airtight system in which air is supplied to the chambers by blowers for combustion and to maintain temperatures, while a second blower is used to discharge the completely combusted gases through the exhaust stack. Once the cremation process has started, the airtight system ensures that there are no fugitive releases of any smoke or odour Page 71 of 291 and that all emissions are discharged only through the exhaust stack. Fugitive emissions are not expected from the cremation unit. As a result of both the airtight cremator, which ensures that any emissions are discharged only through the exhaust stack, and the complete combustion of the gases in the secondary chamber, the cremation unit is not likely to be a nuisance and are not likely to cause an adverse effect on the surrounding properties from odour, smoke or any dust emissions. " As noted above, the City retained RWDI Consultants to peer review the reports submitted by Trinity Consultants on behalf of the Owner. The two responses from RWDI are attached as Appendix H. RDWI's first response in January 2021 identified that odour must still be assessed quantitatively before RDWI can reach a conclusion on the Land Use Compatibility Study. RDWI also requested site plans which identify sources of contaminants, coordinates, and building heights and requested Site plans that meet the regulatory requirements in order to review the dispersion modelling assessment. RWDI also requested additional information on the electronic input and output files to provide certainty that the modelling meets the requirements of MECP Guideline A11: Air Dispersion Modelling Guideline for Ontario. RDWI also required that specifications be provided for the Facultative Technologies Model FT III DE Cremator in the report. RDWI did not agree with the classification of this facility as a Class I facility, however found that the acoustic assessment report demonstrates that sound levels at the property line will range from approximately 50 to 60 decibels, and should be classified as a Class II facility. Despite the classification, RWDI found that the Acoustic Assessment Report demonstrates that with mitigation and with the proposed setbacks, sound levels from the facility meet the requirements of NPC -300. RWDI notes that based on the calculations provided in the acoustic assessment report, the barrier at the property line reduces sound levels to comply with NPC -300 and agrees that this is an appropriate means of reducing Sound levels at these points of reception. In May 2021, RWDI reviewed the responses to the peer review comments, updated ESDM report and dispersion modelling provided by Trinity Consultants. RWDI notes that the air quality issues raised previously with respect to the Land Use Compatibility Study have been addressed with the updated ESDM Report and the associated source testing information. RDWI notes that there are no longer any outstanding material issues with the assessment. With the source testing information and odour analysis provided, and the move from two cremation units to a single unit, RWDI is satisfied that the proposed facility will be in compliance with the appropriate benchmarks, and does not pose a significant risk with respect to air quality. This statement is based on the stipulation that the unit continues to function optimally. RWDI notes that periodic source testing should be conducted to ensure that this is the case. RWDI notes that the sound power levels used in the modeling for the acoustic assessment report are largely based on manufacturer data, and while this is common practice when sources of noise cannot be measured, it leads to increased uncertainty in the assessment results. RDWI notes that sound power levels used in the modeling appear to be in line with expected sound levels for these types of equipment - this applies to both the cremator and to existing sources at the site. In summary, RWDI notes that the air quality concerns raised previously with respect to the ESDM report and Land Use Compatibility Study have been addressed, assuming normal functionality, and periodic source testing should be conducted to ensure that this is the case. RWDI also concludes that a high-level review of the Acoustic Assessment Report shows some conservatism, but generally accepted sound power levels for sources and modelling methodology. Trinity Consultants confirmed that manufacturer data is not the method used to estimate the air emissions from the cremation units. The emissions in the air quality assessment that will be submitted to MECP, as part of the application for a permit, was prepared using results from a stack Page 72 of 291 testing conducted in 1992 by independent and certified testing firm that was reviewed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Further, as part of any permit issued by the Ministry to Henry Wasler Funeral Home, the Ministry will include a condition that requires the emissions from the cremation unit at Henry Walser Funeral Home to be tested by a stack testing firm (i.e. not the manufacturer). With respect to mercury emissions, the first ESDM report notes that mercury emissions were evaluated to be 16.7% of the MECP allowable standards. In the updated ESDM report, with only one crematorium unit (reduced from two to one), Trinity Consultants has advise that mercury emissions are low enough that they could be screened out from further calculation, incompliance with MECP standards. Planning staff have been advised that crematorium units manufactured by Facultatieve Technologies (same manufacturer as the unit to be installed at Henry Walser Funeral Home) have been installed in Ontario over the past few years and each of those crematoriums were required to complete stack tests by stack testing firms (i.e. not the manufacturer) and each of those stack test reports would have been submitted to MECP for review and approval. Through the site plan and building permit process, detailed review of design drawings will be completed by Fire and Building staff to ensure that appropriate fire separation, venting and clearances are provided as per building code requirements. Adequate notice through the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications has been provided to the public that a crematorium is proposed on the site. While the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act does not require a public meeting, the proposed crematorium has been publicly advertised and the decision will be made at a public meeting. The report and notice of the meeting will be available on the City's website. Planning staff followed up with staff at MECP staff who confirmed that typically there is a minimum requirement in air emission ECAs for an operations/maintenance program which would require sufficient maintenance to continue operating the equipment to meet the proposed emissions concentrations from the application. MECP staff also advised that the ECA is specific to the equipment being applied -for within the ECA application itself. If equipment is changed, another application is required to amend the ECA to reflect the new equipment. MECP staff also confirmed that there have been no complaints filed for Families First Funeral Home & Signature Tribute Centre Inc. in Windsor, Ontario (3260 Dougall Avenue, Windsor, Ontario N9E 1 S6) who operate a FT III Cremator (the same equipment proposed at Henry Walser Funeral Home). Families First Funeral Home & Signature Tribute Centre Inc. is also immediately adjacent to low rise residential uses. MECP also confirmed that they have not received any complaints regarding the cremator being operated by Kitchener Funeral Home & Crematorium located 3 Forwell Road in Kitchener. Staff are of the opinion that there has been sufficient review of the crematorium proposal at the Municipal level. Should Council wish to permit a crematorium use at this site, an ECA from MECP will be required. It is staff's understanding that there are rigorous requirements through MECP approval for emissions, noise and operations. A municipal approval is required prior to a licence being issued by the Provincial registrar for the crematorium. Page 73 of 291 Loss of Residential Uses Planning staff also heard about concerns for the loss of the residential dwellings located at 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street. The expansion proposal would require the demolition of the existing residential building to accommodate the required off-street parking. Planning staff understand that some of these units are currently occupied by renters. As noted above, ROP Amendment No. 6 has been adopted is with the Minister for consideration. Policy 3.A.15 requires area municipalities to develop official plan policies and implementing zoning by-laws to regulate the demolition of existing residential rental units buildings with six or more units where the replacement of rental units is permitted, any replacement units will include the same or higher number of units of comparable bedroom mix and affordability; and where the demolition of rental units is permitted, existing tenants will be compensated in accordance with the regulations of the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006. Once ROP Amendment No. 6 is approved by the Minister, the City will develop policies in the Official Plan and implementing zoning by-laws to regulate the demolition of existing residential rental units building subject to the same criteria as ROP Amendment No. 6. New residential uses cannot be permitted until such time as a Record of Site Condition is completed and approved by the Minister. However, Planning staff have added a special regulation in the site specific zoning to permit the existing residential uses so they remain as legal residential dwellings if Council approves the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment. That would allow more flexibility in terms of timing and would allow the residential units to remain longer during construction to allow the Owner and the residents more time to find alternative housing arrangements. Planning staff are also able to connect any affected residents with the appropriate housing staff contacts. Matters between a Landlord and a tenant are a Provincial matter under the Residential Tenancies Act. An owner must obtain Demolition Control approval before demolishing any residential building in the demolition control area (residential zoning). If Council were to approve the zoning by-law amendment for 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, Demolition Control Exemption could be issued at a staff level. Existing Traffic and On -Street Parking in the Community Planning staff received comments with concerns about ensuring a sufficient supply of vehicle parking spaces to ensure that on -street parking and parking at other commercial businesses in the area are not relied on for the funeral home. The Owner had advised that they intend to continue to actively manage parking operations on their site and working with other commercial property owners if there are issues. Planning staff are recommending a site-specific minimum parking rate of 1 space per 24.5 square metres of floor area, a reduction from the requirement of 1 space per 23 square metres. Based on a rate of 1 space per 23 square metres, a total of 132 parking spaces would be required, and a total of 121 parking spaces are provided on site. However, with the additional employee parking lot proposed on the opposite side of Becker Street, the parking requirement is met at the required rate overall. The parking reduction is necessary for zoning compliance as the Ministry of Transportation has advised that parking spaces within their highway setback cannot be counted in the provided parking calculation. A provision is included in the site-specific zoning to permit tandem parking in the employee parking lot in order to maximize parking options. Zoning By-law 2019-051 introduced maximum parking requirements for most uses, including funeral homes. The maximum parking rate is 1 space per 17 square metres of floor space. Page 74 of 291 Appearance of Smokestack Some residents were concerned about the appearance of the smokestack for the crematorium unit. Planning staff will work with the Owner through the site plan process to minimize the appearance of the smokestack as much as possible. Rooftop screening will also be required as noted above as a mitigative measure. Below is a streetview image of Families First Funeral Home & Signature Tribute Centre Inc. in Windsor (who operate a FT III Cremator, the same equipment proposed at Henry Walser Funeral Home). Loss of trees Planning staff received comments about the loss of the mature trees at 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street. New trees will be required as part of the landscape plan at the future site plan process. Shared trees along property lines will be retained and protected during construction. Property Value Property owners also questioned whether there would be any impact to property value. Planning staff are not able to predict the impact of a new development on property values. For assessment purposes, which is used to calculate taxes, MPAC assesses property based on up to 200 different factors including the size of lot and house, the quality of construction, as well as many others. The assessed value usually differs from the market value of a property, and market value is influenced by numerous factors as well. Sidewalk to Becker Street At one point, the proposal included the potential closure of Becker Street. However, Henry Walser Funeral Home is no longer pursing the purchase of Becker Street. In the coming year, the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) will be working on the design of the replacement bridge for Frederick Street (over the expressway) and final determination will be made on the setback of noise walls between the widened expressway and the west wall of the existing funeral home. The City will continue to request that a sidewalk connection be provided to Frederick Street (from Becker Street) through MTO design process. Page 75 of 291 Buffering to Rear Yards on Ann Street and Fife Avenue Planning staff received comments about the potential for vehicle headlight and parking lot lighting to trespass into the backyards of properties on Ann Street and Fife Avenue. The Applicant has provided an enhanced landscape screening concept (shown below) which will be required through the site plan process along the shared property lines, ensuring a minimum 1.8 metre tall visual barrier between the parking areas and the backyards on Ann Street and Fife Avenue. This will be in addition to the required noise walls adjacent to 133 Ann Street. 1� ELEVATION OF FENCE AT PROPERTY LINE VUALSER FUNERAL HOME PARKING LOT I I INTERIOR EXTERIOR Concept Drawing of Visual Barrier Planning Conclusions: Community input over the last 5 years has been considered and resulted in changes to the proposal. The development proposal evolved with input from community members, City staff, peer review of supporting studies, and commenting agencies. The most significant change was reducing the number of proposed crematoriums on site from two to one. Provincial, Regional, and City planning policy provide guidance that must be considered when evaluating changes in land use permissions. Planning staff are of the opinion that the subject lands are an appropriate location for the existing funeral home to expand, including a new crematorium / cremator. The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) is responsible to review a request for an Environmental Compliance Approvals (ECA), including the proposed cremator unit, an ongoing operations/maintenance program, as well as emissions testing. Concerns raised during the review of the application were evaluated through an independent peer review of the Land Use Compatibility Study, Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Page 76 of 291 Report, and the Acoustic Assessment Report, prepared by Trinity Consultants. The use is appropriate and impacts can be mitigated on site to meet Provincial standards. Comments about site design will be addressed through the site plan process. Based on this analysis, Planning staff is recommending approval of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — The Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment applications were circulated for comment to internal departments, external agencies, and all property owners within 120 metres of the subject lands on August 18, 2017. A list of interested residents was continually updated throughout the application process. Written responses from property owners and interested parties are attached as Appendix `F'. This report will be posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the Council / Committee meeting. Notice signs were posted on the property since the summer of 2017. A postcard advising of the Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee Meeting (Statutory Public Meeting) was sent to everyone who participated in the process and all property owners within 120 metres of the subject lands. A copy of the notice was also emailed to all community members that provided an email address through the application process. INFORM - This approval is being considered under Section 83(3) of the Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act. The council meeting where this report is being considered is a public meeting that will be advertised along with the report on the City's website. A copy of the City's decision will be posted in The Record. CONSULT — An in person Neighbourhood Information Meeting (NIM) was held on September 14, 2017 at Henry Walser Funeral (on site). A second virtual NIM was held on November 21, 2021. These meetings provided an opportunity for community members to share their perspectives, have a chance to speak, and ask questions. Notice of the public meeting will appear in The Record on December 16, 2022 (a copy of the Notice may be found in Appendix G). PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • Planning Act • Funeral, Burial and Cremation Services Act • Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 • A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe, 2020 • Regional Official Plan and ROP Amendment No. 6 City of Kitchener Official Plan Zoning By-laws 85-1 and 2019-051 Page 77 of 291 APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, Development Services Review ATTACHMENTS: Appendix A - Proposed Official Plan Amendment & Schedules Appendix B - Proposed Zoning By-law and Map No. 1 (Zoning By-law 85-1) Appendix C - Proposed Zoning By-law and Map No. 1 (Zoning By-law 2019-051) Appendix D - Development Concept Appendix E - Department/Agency Comments Appendix F - Community Input Appendix G - Notice of Statutory Public Meeting Appendix H - Peer Review Comments provided by RWDI Consultants Page 78 of 291 AMENDMENT NO. —TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER CITY OF KITCHENER 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, 48 Becker Street & Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1 Page 79 of 291 AMENDMENT NO. TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER CITY OF KITCHENER 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, 48 Becker Street & Plan 42. Pt Lots 27 to 30. RP 58R-15854 Pt 1 INDEX SECTION 1 TITLE AND COMPONENTS SECTION 2 PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENT SECTION 3 BASIS OF THE AMENDMENT SECTION 4 THE AMENDMENT APPENDICES APPENDIX 1 Notice of the Meeting of Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee of January 9, 2023 APPENDIX 2 Minutes of the Meeting of Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee of January 9, 2023 APPENDIX 3 Minutes of the Meeting of City Council of January 30, 2023 2 Page 80 of 291 AMENDMENT NO. —TO THE OFFICIAL PLAN OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER SECTION 1 –TITLE AND COMPONENTS This amendment shall be referred to as Amendment No. xx to the Official Plan of the City of Kitchener (2014). This amendment is comprised of Sections 1 to 4 inclusive. SECTION 2 – PURPOSE OF THE AMENDMENT The purpose of the Official Plan Amendment is to change the land use designation on Map 3 for properties located on Becker Street, which are proposed to be added to the lands containing an existing funeral home, and to add a new site-specific policy area to Section 5.D.12 and amend Map 5 to permit one crematorium/cremator unit as a permitted accessory use to a funeral home. The purpose of the Official Plan Amendment is to amend: • Map 3 is amended by changing the land use designation of 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land west of Becker Street and north of Fife Avenue, legally described as Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1 from `Low Rise Residential' to `Commercial'. • Map 5 is amended by adding Specific Policy Area 58 to 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land west of Becker Street and north of Fife Avenue, legally described as Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1, to permit a crematorium/cremator use on all lands. • Adding Policy 15.D.12.58 to Section 15.D.12 to permit one crematorium/cremator unit as a permitted accessory use to a funeral home: SECTION 3 – BASIS OF THE AMENDMENT Planning Analysis: Provincial, Regional, and City planning policy provide guidance that must be considered when evaluating changes in land use permissions as discussed below. Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P.13 25. Section 2 of the Planning Act establishes matters of provincial interest and states that the Minister, the council of a municipality, a local board, a planning board and the Tribunal, in carrying out their responsibilities under this Act, shall have regard to, among other matters, matters of provincial interest such as: f) The adequate provision and efficient use of communication, transportation, sewage and water services and waste management systems; g) The minimization of waste; h) The orderly development of safe and healthy communities; j) The adequate provision of employment opportunities; p) The appropriate location of growth and development; Page 81 of 291 q) The promotion of development that is designed to be sustainable, to support public transit and to be oriented to pedestrians; r) The promotion of built form that, (i) Is well-designed, (ii) Encourages a sense of place, and (iii) Provides for public spaces that are of high quality, safe, accessible, attractive and vibrant; s) The mitigation of greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation to a changing climate. These matters of provincial interest are addressed and are implemented through the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020, as it directs how and where development is to occur. The City's Official Plan is the most important vehicle for the implementation of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 and to ensure Provincial policy is adhered to. Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) The PPS provides policy direction on matters of provincial interest related to land use planning and development. As a key part of Ontario's policy -led planning system, the Provincial Policy Statement sets the policy foundation for regulating the development and use of land. Section 3(5) of the Planning Act requires that a decision of the council of a municipality shall be consistent with the policy statement that are in effect on the date of decision and shall conform with the provincial plans that are in effect on that date, or shall not conflict with them, as the case may be. The PPS focuses growth and development within urban and rural settlement areas while supporting the viability of rural areas. Land use must be carefully managed to accommodate appropriate development to meet the full range of current and future needs, while achieving efficient development patterns and avoiding significant or sensitive resources and areas which may pose a risk to public health and safety. Efficient development patterns optimize the use of land, resources and public investment in infrastructure and public service facilities. These land use patterns promote a mix of housing, including affordable housing, employment, recreation, parks and open spaces, and transportation choices that increase the use of active transportation and transit before other modes of travel. Policy 1.1.1 of the PPS states that, "Healthy, liveable and safe communities are sustained by: a) promoting efficient development and land use patterns which sustain the financial well- being of the Province and municipalities over the long term; c) avoiding development and land use patterns which may cause environmental or public health and safety concerns; e) promoting the integration of land use planning, growth management, transit -supportive development, intensification and infrastructure planning to achieve cost-effective development patterns, optimization of transit investments, and standards to minimize land consumption and servicing costs; and g) ensuring that necessary infrastructure and public service facilities are or will be available to meet current and projected needs. The PPS notes that settlement areas are urban areas and rural settlement areas, and include cities, towns, villages and hamlets, and policy 1.1.3.1 states that settlement areas shall be the focus of growth and development. Policy 1.1.3.2 states that land use patterns within settlement areas shall be based on densities and a mix of land uses which; Page 82 of 291 a) efficiently use land and resources; and b) are appropriate for, and efficiently use, the infrastructure and public service facilities which are planned or available and avoid the need for their unjustified and/or uneconomical expansion. Policy 1.2.6.1 notes that major facilities and sensitive land uses shall be planned and developed to avoid, or if avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any potential adverse effects from odour, noise and other contaminants, minimize risk to public health and safety, and to ensure the long-term operational and economic viability of major facilities in accordance with provincial guidelines, standards and procedures. Where avoidance is not possible in accordance with policy 1.2.6.1, planning authorities shall protect the long-term viability of existing or planned industrial, manufacturing or other uses that are vulnerable to encroachment by ensuring that the planning and development of proposed adjacent sensitive land uses are only permitted if the following are demonstrated in accordance with provincial guidelines, standards and procedures: a) there is an identified need for the proposed use; b) alternative locations for the proposed use have been evaluated and there are no reasonable alternative locations; c) adverse effects to the proposed sensitive land use are minimized and mitigated; and d) potential impacts to industrial, manufacturing or other uses are minimized and mitigated. Funeral homes and crematoriums are necessary uses in a City to ensure that end of life accommodations for residents can be addressed. The Owner has indicated that the use of the cremation facility, located at Williamsburg Cemetery, does not suit their future needs, and a new facility is required. An on-site facility is desirable to reduce the number of trips required to complete an end of life service. An on-site facility will reduce vehicle trips across the City. The Owner has completed several studies, including a Land Use Compatibility Study, Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report, and an Acoustic Assessment Report, which were submitted to the City and the Region of Waterloo to demonstrate that their proposed crematorium will meet Provincial standards and that there will be no adverse impacts to surrounding lands. As a Zoning By-law amendment application is required to add a crematorium use, the City and the Region of Waterloo were able to undertake the review of the crematorium proposal through the planning application public process. The City retained RWDI Consultants to peer review the reports submitted by Trinity Consultants on behalf of the Owner. As confirmed through the peer review process, the proposed mitigation will include: - A requirement for the installation and maintenance of two 3 metre high noise walls adjacent to 133 Ann Street, - Site specific zoning regulations limiting the site to one cremator that is 56 metres from a residential property, - Enhanced landscape materials along the rear yards of Ann Street to provide additional screening, - Periodic air quality testing of the cremation unit to ensure it operates optimally and in compliance with the MECP Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA), and - A 1.2 metre high parapet atop the roof along the perimeter of the building to provide noise attenuation to rooftop mechanical equipment. Planning staff is of the opinion that with the proposed mitigations listed above, the recommended zoning by-law amendment and Site Specific Provision (367) is consistent with the PPS. 5 Page 83 of 291 A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (Growth Plan) The Growth Plan's strong emphasis on optimizing the use of the existing urban land supply represents an intensification first approach to development and city -building, one which focuses on making better use of existing infrastructure and public service facilities, and less on continuously expanding the urban area. The Growth Plan directs Planning authorities in the Region of Waterloo to plan for a population of 923,000 people and 470,000 jobs by 2051. This would mean a population increase of approximately 299,070 in comparison to the Region's 2020 population of 623,930. The Growth Plan notes that complete communities should be designed to meet people's needs for daily living throughout an entire lifetime by providing convenient access to an appropriate mix of jobs, local services, public service facilities, and a full range of housing to accommodate a range of incomes and household sizes. Complete communities support quality of life and human health by encouraging the use of active transportation and providing high quality public open space, adequate parkland, opportunities for recreation, and access to local and healthy food. Complete communities support climate change mitigation by increasing the modal share for transit and active transportation and by minimizing land consumption through building compact, mixed-use communities. Building compact and complete communities, and protecting agricultural lands, water resources and natural areas will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure communities are more resilient to the impacts of a changing climate. The Province of Ontario has committed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent below 2005 levels by 2030. Kitchener has committed to a 50% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Policies 2.2.1.4 states that complete communities will: a) feature a diverse mix of land uses, including residential and employment uses, and convenient access to local stores, services, and public service facilities; b) improve social equity and overall quality of life, including human health, for people of all ages, abilities, and incomes; c) provide a diverse range and mix of housing options, including additional residential units and affordable housing, to accommodate people at all stages of life, and to accommodate the needs of all household sizes and incomes; d) expand convenient access to: i. a range of transportation options, including options for the safe, comfortable and convenient use of active transportation; ii. public service facilities, co -located and integrated in community hubs; iii. an appropriate supply of safe, publicly -accessible open spaces, parks, trails, and other recreational facilities; and iv. healthy, local, and affordable food options, including through urban agriculture; e) provide for a more compact built form and a vibrant public realm, including public open spaces; f) mitigate and adapt to the impacts of a changing climate, improve resilience and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and contribute to environmental sustainability g) integrate green infrastructure and appropriate low impact development. Expanding the existing funeral home within the Community Node will allow for additional end of life services at the existing location. Funeral homes and crematoriums are required for end of life services for the growing population of the City and Region. Expanding the existing building with a modest building addition will reduce the total amount of construction materials required for a Page 84 of 291 new facility located elsewhere. The subject lands have good access to the transportation network, including public transit and the road network, including the expressway. Planning staff are of the opinion that the recommended zoning by-law amendment conforms to the Growth Plan. Regional Official Plan (ROP) On August 18, 2022, the Regional Municipality of Waterloo adopted Regional Official Plan (ROP) Amendment 6. The ROP Amendment No. 6 is now before the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing for a decision in accordance with Sections 17 and 26 of the Planning Act. As such, ROP Amendment No. 6 is now posted on the Province's Environmental Registry (ERO) website, and comments from the public will be accepted until January 4, 2023. The subject lands are designated "Urban Area" and "Built -Up Area" in the Regional Official Plan (ROP). The Urban Area designation of the ROP has the physical infrastructure and community infrastructure to support major growth and social and public health services. A key objective of ROP Amendment No. 6 is to accommodate forecasted growth by building 15 - minute neighbourhoods. These are compact, well-connected places where people can meet their daily needs for goods, services, and employment within a 15 -minute trip from home by walking, cycling, and rolling, and where other needs can be met by using direct, frequent, and convenient transit. F Section 2.D.1 of the ROP states that in preparing or reviewing planning studies, or in reviewing development applications or site plans, the Region and/or Area Municipalities will ensure that development occurring within the Urban Area is planned and developed in a manner that: a) Supports the Planned Community Structure described in this Plan; b) Is serviced by a municipal drinking -water supply system and a municipal waste -water system; c) Contributes to the creation of complete communities with development patterns, densities and an appropriate mix of land uses that supports walking, cycling and the use of transit; d) Protects the natural environment, and surface water and groundwater resources; e) Conserves cultural heritage resources and supports the adaptive reuse of historic buildings; f) Respects the scale, physical character and context of established neighbourhoods in areas where reurbanization is planned to occur; g) Facilitates residents' access to locally grown and other healthy foods in neighbourhoods; and h) Promotes building designs and orientations that incorporate energy conservation features and the use of alternative and/or renewable energy systems. Section 2.D.6.1 of ROP Amendment No. 6 states that in addition to the general development policies, the Region and the area municipalities will apply the following transit supportive development criteria in reviewing and evaluating development applications or site plans, within strategic growth areas and other intensification areas identified by the area municipality: (a) creates an interconnected, multimodal street pattern that prioritizes walking, cycling, and rolling, and taking transit over automobile trips, and supports vibrant mixed-use developments; (b) supports a more compact built form that locates the majority of transit supportive uses within a comfortable walking distance of a transit stop or Major Transit Station Area; (c) provides an appropriate mix of land uses, including a range of food destinations, local services and amenities to meet peoples' daily needs for living; Page 85 of 291 (d) promotes medium and higher -density development as close as possible to the transit stop to support higher frequency transit service and optimize transit rider convenience; (e) supports a high quality public realm to enhance the identity of the area and create gathering points for social interaction, community events and other activities; and (f) provides access from various transportation modes to the transit facility, including consideration of pedestrian, bicycle parking, and where applicable, passenger transfer and commuter pick-up/drop off areas. Section 2.G.10 of the Regional Official Plan requires the City of Kitchener to establish policies within their Official Plan to minimize the impact of Sensitive Land Uses and potential incompatible land uses from each other. Section 2.1.1 of ROP Amendment No. 6 requires the Region and the area municipalities to ensure that major facilities and sensitive land uses are planned and developed to avoid, or if avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any potential adverse effects from odour, noise and other contaminants, minimize risk to public health and safety, and to ensure the long-term operational and economic viability of major facilities in accordance with Provincial guidelines, standards and procedures. Section 2.1.1.2 outlines the same criteria in the PPS above to determine where avoidance is not possible. Regional staff recommended prohibiting new sensitive uses until such time that a record of site condition is completed and acknowledged by the Minister. This provision is included in the site-specific zoning proposed by Planning staff with this application. Planning staff is of the opinion that the applications conform to the Region of Waterloo Official Plan. Regional staff have no concerns with the peer review undertaken by RWDI for the proposed installation of a Facultative FT -111 cremator on the subject lands, subject to the mitigation criteria outlined above in the PPS section of this report. Regional Planning staff have no objections to the proposed applications and provided comments (Appendix E) that will be taken under advisement for future development applications. City of Kitchener Official Plan The vision of the City's Official Plan states "Together we will build an innovative, vibrant, attractive, safe, complete and healthy community contributing to an exceptional quality of life." A complete community creates and provides access to a mix of land uses including a full range and mix of housing types. A complete community also supports the use of public transit and active transportation, enabling residents to meet most of their daily needs within a short distance of their homes. Planning for a complete community will aid in reducing the cost of infrastructure and servicing, encourage the use of public transit and active modes of transportation, promote social interaction, and foster a sense of community. Urban Structure The City's Urban Structure is composed of Intensification Areas which include the Urban Growth Centre (Downtown), Major Transit Station Areas (MTSA), City Nodes, Community Nodes, Neighbourhood Nodes, Urban Corridors and Arterial Corridors. They are connected by transit corridors and the integrated transportation system which are key elements in shaping growth and built form in the city. Policy 3.C.2.1 states that lands within Urban Structure Components will be designated an appropriate land use to achieve their planned function. The policies pertaining to Page 86 of 291 each Urban Structure component stipulate what the applicable land use designations may include. The lands are identified as a Community Node and Community Area in the Official Plan. Community Nodes are located along existing or planned transit corridors. The planned function of Community Nodes is to provide for commercial uses with a mix of residential and institutional uses necessary to support and complete surrounding residential communities. Community Nodes primarily serve an inter -neighbourhood market and are intended to intensify, be transit -supportive and cycling and pedestrian -friendly. Commercial Land Use Designation Lands designated as `Commercial' are intended to provide for a range of retail and service commercial uses that cater primarily to the weekly and daily needs of residents within the surrounding neighbourhoods. A funeral home is a permitted use for lands designated as Commercial within a Community Node. Noise. Vibration. Liaht and Other Emissions An objective in the Official Plan is to minimize and mitigate land use conflicts between sensitive land uses, and noise, vibration and emission sources in accordance with all applicable Provincial, Regional and City regulations and guidelines. The City has regard for the Provincial Land Use Compatibility Guidelines relating to noise, vibration, odour and particulate matter when considering the siting of sensitive land uses. Official Plan Conclusions Planning staff is recommending approval of the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit the expansion of the existing funeral home use and the establishment of a crematorium use. The existing funeral home is a permitted use in the Official Plan and Zoning By-law and the Owner has submitted the required land use compatibility reports to satisfy Provincial requirements for a crematorium use. Funeral homes are permitted within Community Nodes and the planned function of Community Areas is to provide for residential uses as well as non-residential supporting uses intended to serve the immediate residential areas. The property municipally addressed as 507 Frederick Street is designated as `Commercial' and the four Becker Street properties (triangle shaped property and 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street) are designated as `Low Rise Residential' in the City's Official Plan. A portion of lands form part of a Community Node in the City's Urban Structure. Planning staff are supportive of amending the land use designation of 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land), from `Low Rise Residential' to `Commercial'. For clarity, Planning staff are recommending adding Specific Policy Area 58 in the Official Plan to permit a crematorium/cremator use as an accessory use to a funeral home use. While Zoning By- law 2019-051 lists a crematorium and funeral homes as separate uses, the Official Plan does not list the two uses separately. Funeral home is not a defined term in the Official Plan. Page 87 of 291 SECTION 4—THE AMENDMENT The City of Kitchener Official Plan (2014) is hereby amended as follows: a) Amend Map No. 3 — Land Use by: i) Designating the lands municipally known as 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land west of Becker Street and north of Fife Avenue, legally described as Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1 as `Commercial' instead of `Low Rise Residential', as shown on the attached Schedule W. b) Amend Map 5 — Specific Policy Area by: i) Adding Specific Policy Area 58 to lands municipally known as 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street, as well as the triangle -shaped portion of land west of Becker Street and north of Fife Avenue, legally described as Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1, as shown on the attached Schedule `B'. c) Amend Policy 15.D.12 by adding Policy 15.D.12.58 as follows: "15.D.12.58 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street Notwithstanding the Commercial land use designation and policies on the lands municipally known as 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street, and a triangular-shaped parcel of land west of Becker Street and north of Fife Avenue, one crematorium/cremator unit will be permitted as an accessory use to a funeral home." to Page 88 of 291 APPENDIX 1: Notice of the Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee Meeting (January 9, 2023) NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING for a development in your neighbourhood, 507 Frederick Street €t 40-48 Becker Street Concept Drawing AM AM mmn amn � "11011M V, Have Your Voice Heard! Date: January 9, 2023 Time: To be determined Location: Council Chambers, Kitchener City Hall 200 Icing Street West orVirtual Zoom Meeting view the staff report, agenda, meeting details, start time of this item orto appearasadelegation,visit: kitc h ene r.c alm a eti ngs To learn more about this project, including information on your appeal rights, visit: www.kitchener.ca/ PlanningAppl ications or contact: Funeral Crematorium/ Deduced Garett Stevenson, Interim Director Home Cremator Setbacks to 519.741.2200 x 7070 Becker street garettstevenson[a kitchener.ca Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments will be considered to change the land use designation and zoningfor 40-48 Becker Street to permit commercial uses, including a funeral home. Special zoning regulations are also proposed for reduced setbacks from Becker Street. These properties, along with 507 Frederick Street, are also proposed to permit Crematorium/Cremator as a permitted use. 11 Page 89 of 291 APPENDIX 2: Minutes of the Planning & Strategic Initiatives Committee Meeting (January 9, 2023) 12 Page 90 of 291 APPENDIX 3 - Minutes of the Meeting of City Council (January 30, 2023) 13 Page 91 of 291 • Cl) LL LU 0 • LL CID• LU -Fu D CU • u • LL LU z 0 •` • ' • , LU • • • c 15• ' • ' • • •UJ • - u< LL • ' LLI cu z LLI LLI LLI LLI -- u • I ■[ - I■■\ I■■■, I■■■� I■■■■, I■■■■V► I■■■■■\ I■■■■■■■■, I\\■■■■loom INEELIONEENEE INME 90 loom MENEM I■■■\■■■INNEELIENEENEE■■■■\�� \MONE ■■■■■r�iiiiiiir MEEK 1N■■■■■■\ ■■■AF miff mom ► �- ������\�����sas ansa �E•���� // 7■im■�������������■�� 1 �1 • IOOIE� r • . -1 I01110�1��� - �Z � U)�/ ui VJ J LL �\ (o m E 0 LO co LLL O LL O dLU M a Z z Q Z O Q o O o LU Z (n 3: cc9 J z IL) CL in o oa a°Ym Q m z HJHJ > co �, 0 Sao d N L Q Y Q Z O N Q O co co `� °) O H 4_i a LU a L � � a) " -0 os z "U�U a, > o cn'i� w w z Opzw v N o �in ami moo 0 F- w U p 0 M ao Q Ln D Z w U w d � ai .4 p c o ao Z W V a Q V N N M Q' co w LO w }� w w C �Q U) Lq >cn®®® aQ� pw J U) dm ^z 4.0 w Q(� .� a U z V o IL Z w LL O ON o U) w N N 0 N 0 LO Ln N � U) co w o co w o w L o w 0 0 J w U Q U D cn 0UJ � H =Q U) <TZ— w t� LU Z Y Gj��C m ?LUO C) =Q U) w M LV Li- T-PY . _ OfwZ U J uiJp EU) JQo w W �wv 0 Y _ of w m V wzuj o co =Zo Ln � �Q� o6 Q UUJ o J 0 � QJ Page 93 of 291 follows: PROPOSED BY — LAW , 2023 BY-LAW NUMBER OF THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF KITCHENER (Being a by-law to amend By-law 85-1, as amended, known as the Zoning By-law for the City of Kitchener — Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser, & 2544770 Ontario Inc. - 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, 48 Becker Street & Plan 42, Pt Lots 27 to 30, RP 58R-15854 Pt 1) WHEREAS it is deemed expedient to amend By-law 85-1 for the lands specified above; NOW THEREFORE the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kitchener enacts as Schedule Number 140 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 85-1 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 2 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Commercial Residential Two Zone (CR -2) with Special Use Provision 268U in Bylaw 85-1 to General Commercial Zone (COM -2) with Site Specific Provision (367) in By-law 2019-051. 2. Schedule Number 140 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 85-1 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 3 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Residential Five Zone (R-5) in By-law 85-1 to General Commercial Zone (COM -2) with Site Specific Provision (367) in By-law 2019-051. 3. Schedule Number 140 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 85-1 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 4 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Residential Six Zone (R-5) with Special Use Provision 362U in By-law 85-1 to General Commercial Zone (COM -2) with Site Specific Provision (367) in By-law 2019-051. 4. This By-law shall become effective only if Official Plan Amendment No. _ (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street) comes into effect, pursuant to Section 24(2) of The Page 94 of 291 Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended. PASSED at the Council Chambers in the City of Kitchener this day of 12023. 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Zoning Grid Schedule Number 140 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 2019-051 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 2 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Mixed Use One Zone (MIX - 1) to General Commercial Zone (COM -2) with Site Specific Provision (367). 3. Zoning Grid Schedule Number 140 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 2019-051 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 3 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Low Rise Residential Four Zone (RES -4) to General Commercial Zone (COM -2) with Site Specific Provision (367). 4. Zoning Grid Schedule Number 140 of Appendix "A" to By-law Number 2019-051 is hereby amended by changing the zoning applicable to the parcel of land specified and illustrated as Area 4 on Map No. 1, in the City of Kitchener, attached hereto, from Low Rise Residential Five Zone (RES -5) with Site Specific Provision (205) to General Commercial Zone (COM -2) with Site Specific Provision (367). Page 97 of 291 5. Section 19 of By-law 2019-051 is hereby amended by adding Section 19 (367) thereto as follows: "367. Notwithstanding Sections 3 and 5 and Tables 9-1 and 9-2 of this By-law, within the lands zoned General Commercial Zone (COM -2) and shown as affected by this subsection on Zoning Grid Schedule Number 140 of Appendix `A', the following special regulations shall apply: a) A Crematorium shall be a permitted use and must be a minimum of 56 metres from a residential zone. b) Dwellings existing on the passing of this by-law shall be permitted. C) The exterior side yard setback to Becker Street shall be 0 metres. d) Driveway Visibility Triangles are not required adjacent to Becker Street. e) The minimum parking spaces for a Crematorium and Funeral Home use shall be 1 space per 24.5 square metres of Gross Floor Area. f) Tandem parking spaces may be permitted and must be signed as employee parking spaces. g) Parking spaces and loading spaces located within a building may be located 0.0 metres from the street and vehicles are not required to enter/exit the garage in a forward motion. h) For any lot to which this regulation applies and abuts Frederick Street, Frederick Street shall be deemed to be the front lot line. i) The following new sensitive uses are not permitted until such time as a Record of Site Condition is completed and Ministry Acknowledgement Letter is provided: Day Care Facility Duplex Dwelling Dwelling Unit Education Establishment Hospice Lodging House Multiple Dwelling Private Home Day Care Residential Care Facility Semi-detached Dwelling Street Townhouse Dwelling" 6. Paragraphs 2, 3 and 4 of this amending By-law shall come into force on the day that By-law 2022-040 (Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) Stage 2b — Applying New Residential Zones on Properties) as it applies to the subject lands comes into effect. Page 98 of 291 7. This By-law shall become effective only if Official Plan Amendment No. _ (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street) comes into effect, pursuant to Section 24(2) of The Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, as amended. PASSED at the Council Chambers in the City of Kitchener this day of 2023. 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(20.0%) �� r ASPHALT AREA-0.43ha. (50%) �� lisp ces ifi EV Ev Ev PARKING REQUIRED - ZBL 2013051 Ev Ev azsp yes Ev Ev (1 SPACE /23 SQ.M GFA) TOTAL GFA Existl Additions 1 m 3050sm d q TOTAL SPACES REQUIRED Existing -82 1 sp If'] as Existing and Additions - 132 (f f (f f f)_ f flf1 (f) (f) (f) (f) (f) (f) (f) EV EV EV EV ELLL I= V Ev Ev Ev EV EV) Ev Ev Ev Ev Ev Ev PARKING PROVIDED Existing - 65 Spaces Existing and Additions - 121 Spaces 1 8m 9gh wood ray.a giovg P,opamgv-� - - Note - 12 additional spaces within MTO setback Total Parking - Spaces PARKING SPACE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS X5.5m BARRIER FREE PARKING REQUIRED: 5 Spaces PROVIDED: 5 Spaces (3 Type A + 2 Type B) BARRIER FREE PARKING DIMENSIONS: Type A 3.4x5.5, Type B 2.4x5.5 LOADING SPACES REQUIRED -2 LOADING SPACES PROVIDED - 2 E;asfIvg Driveway BICYLE PARKING PROVIDED : 12 SPACES INDOOR -6 OUTDOOR -6 5% OF REQ'D SPACES TO BE DESIGNATED FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES (6 Spaces) 15% OF REQ'D SPACES TO BE DESIGNATED FUTURE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPACES (20 Spaces) Efv DENOTES FUTURE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPACE Ev DENOTES ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPACE I-- -�--- -J-- - -- - T)TandemParking Space \�I�FIFE AVENUE NOTES 1. MUNICIPAL GARBAGE COLLECTION ON BECKER STREET. 2. GARBAGE STORAGE INSIDE BUILDING. 3. ALL ASPHALT AREAS TO BE DEFINED WITH 0.15M HIGH POURED CONCRETE CURBING 4. ALL BARRIER FREE PARKING SPACES SHALL BE FLUSH TO CURB AND SIGNED. 5. HYDRO POLES ON BECKER STREET ARE TO BE RELOCATED REVISED: SITE PLAN METRES Site Plan Aliti ppcaon No.: 0 5 10 15 20 25 Lots 31 & 32, Part of Lots 8, 9, 10, 11 & 23, Registered Plan No. 42 Henry Walser Funeral Home SCALE 1:1000 City of Kitchp CAD FILE 507 Frederick Street City SERVICES DEA N TO� Q 1��011dwg DATE: Nov 21, 2022 1 �\ doaor\ \ 56 EXISTING SPACES ap d /o Pnncipal� Entrance 10 pa es • o Existing �f� rwe Roufe e Funeral Hoe 1,568 sq.m. 1 E 11 e N EV TI Im l e aa� e L 3! or ike�Ir e LOT 38 nsphaie III J z ' ¢ Proposed 2,2 phase 1 880.7sq.m. r(Amne z.a �- - asaxEs r 12 - v m F 1E IN a r'=R° i �2 SITE DATA ""'" ZONING- COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL TWO(CR-2-268U)ZONE B e I0 v �o LOT AREA -0.87 ha. lzspa es _ BUILDING AREA- 0.26ha. (29.8%) 1 walk LANDSCAPED AREA -0.17ha. (20.0%) �� r ASPHALT AREA-0.43ha. (50%) �� lisp ces ifi EV Ev Ev PARKING REQUIRED - ZBL 2013051 Ev Ev azsp yes Ev Ev (1 SPACE /23 SQ.M GFA) TOTAL GFA Existl Additions 1 m 3050sm d q TOTAL SPACES REQUIRED Existing -82 1 sp If'] as Existing and Additions - 132 (f f (f f f)_ f flf1 (f) (f) (f) (f) (f) (f) (f) EV EV EV EV ELLL I= V Ev Ev Ev EV EV) Ev Ev Ev Ev Ev Ev PARKING PROVIDED Existing - 65 Spaces Existing and Additions - 121 Spaces 1 8m 9gh wood ray.a giovg P,opamgv-� - - Note - 12 additional spaces within MTO setback Total Parking - Spaces PARKING SPACE MINIMUM DIMENSIONS X5.5m BARRIER FREE PARKING REQUIRED: 5 Spaces PROVIDED: 5 Spaces (3 Type A + 2 Type B) BARRIER FREE PARKING DIMENSIONS: Type A 3.4x5.5, Type B 2.4x5.5 LOADING SPACES REQUIRED -2 LOADING SPACES PROVIDED - 2 E;asfIvg Driveway BICYLE PARKING PROVIDED : 12 SPACES INDOOR -6 OUTDOOR -6 5% OF REQ'D SPACES TO BE DESIGNATED FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES (6 Spaces) 15% OF REQ'D SPACES TO BE DESIGNATED FUTURE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPACES (20 Spaces) Efv DENOTES FUTURE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPACE Ev DENOTES ELECTRIC VEHICLE SPACE I-- -�--- -J-- - -- - T)TandemParking Space \�I�FIFE AVENUE NOTES 1. MUNICIPAL GARBAGE COLLECTION ON BECKER STREET. 2. GARBAGE STORAGE INSIDE BUILDING. 3. ALL ASPHALT AREAS TO BE DEFINED WITH 0.15M HIGH POURED CONCRETE CURBING 4. ALL BARRIER FREE PARKING SPACES SHALL BE FLUSH TO CURB AND SIGNED. 5. HYDRO POLES ON BECKER STREET ARE TO BE RELOCATED REVISED: SITE PLAN METRES Site Plan Aliti ppcaon No.: 0 5 10 15 20 25 Lots 31 & 32, Part of Lots 8, 9, 10, 11 & 23, Registered Plan No. 42 Henry Walser Funeral Home SCALE 1:1000 City of Kitchp CAD FILE 507 Frederick Street City SERVICES DEA N TO� Q 1��011dwg DATE: Nov 21, 2022 1 InternalMemo KIR Community Services Department www.khchenerca Date: September 18, 2017 To: Garett Stevenson, Planner From: Natalie Goss, Senior Planner cc: Brandon Sloan, Manager of Long Range Planning & Policy Planning Subject: Official Plan Amendment (OP17/003/F/GS) and Zone Change Application (ZC17/010/F/GS) — 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street The Long Range and Policy Planning Section has received the circulation of Official Plan Amendment (OPA) and Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) applications for the development of the subject lands to accommodate an addition to the existing funeral home and expansion of the existing parking lot. We provide the following comments for your consideration. Official Plan The City's new Official Plan was approved in 2014, and some portions are currently under appeal. Urban Structure A portion of the subject lands (the portion containing the existing funeral home use) are located within a `Community Node'. The planned function of `Community Nodes' is to provide for commercial uses with a mix of residential and institutional uses necessary to support and complete surrounding residential communities (OP policy 3.C.2.31 — in effect). Community Nodes are generally located along existing or planned transit corridors (OP policy 3.C.2.30 — in effect). OP policy 3.C.2.31 (under appeal) states that where the Community Node is located at the intersection of existing or planned transit corridors the primary land use designation of abutting land shall be `Mixed Use'. The remainder of the lands is located within a `Community Area'. The planned function of 'Community Areas' is to provide for residential uses as well as non-residential supporting uses intended to serve the immediate residential area (OP policy 3.C.2.50 — in effect). To accommodate the proposed development, an OPA is required to change the urban structure of a portion of these lands from `Community Area' to `Community Node'. Land Use Designation The subject lands are designated 'Mixed Use' and 'Low Rise Residential' in the City's Official Plan. The applicant is proposing to change the land use of the subject lands to `Commercial'. At this time the `Commercial' land use Official Plan policies remain under appeal. As mentioned above, where a Community Node is located at the intersection of existing or planned transit corridors the primary land use designation of abutting land shall be `Mixed Use'. As this property is not located at the intersection of existing/planned transit, and as this property houses what has become a rare use within the City of Kitchener, policy staff do not object to the 'Commercial' land use being proposed. Additionally, the existing building and proposed addition is located towards the Frederick Street frontage providing massing at the street and providing a buffer between the funeral home and Page 102 of 291 1 InternalMemo KIT t f R Community Services Department www.kitchenerca residential uses that are to be retained on both Fife Avenue and Ann Street. Policy staff recommends that to ensure that this buffering is maintained, the zoning by-law incorporate appropriate setbacks and landscaped buffer requirements. Depending on the timing of consideration of the OPA by Council (i.e. should it be before the commercial policies are in effect), the amendment may need to include site specific policies. Policy staff will work with the file planner on the content of the OPA when required. Existing Zoning, Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) and Proposed Zone Change The City's Comprehensive Review of the Zoning By-law (CRoZBy) project is well underway to update the By-law and implement the new Official Plan within the next several years. As part of the first draft, staff recommended that the portion of the subject properties currently designated `Mixed Use' be re -designated `Commercial' and proposed to zone this portion COM -2 (General Commercial). At this time it is anticipated that updated zoning for the `Low Rise Residential' designated portion of the subject site will be proposed for this site in Winter 2019. The applicant is proposing to rezone the residential portion of the site to CR -2 with special provisions to establish the front lot line/front yard as Frederick Street and to reduce the minimum floor space ratio to 0.17. Given the proposed COM -2 zoning for a portion of the site, staff recommends that a commercial zone (e.g. C-2) be applied to the site with any necessary modifications to have it comply with the City's Official Plan. The proposed COM -2 zone may provide guidance in this regard. Should the OPA and ZBA as proposed be approved by Council in advance of the CRoZBy, staff will update the draft zoning of the subject property accordingly. Urban Design Staff trusts that the Urban Designer on the file will address detailed design comments and specifications. Summary In summary, policy staff agrees that the proposed Official Plan amendment and zone change are generally consistent with the intent of the `Community Node' policies of the Official Plan. As the properties are not located at the intersection of existing/planned transit, an alternative land use for these lands can be supported. Additionally, policy staff agrees that a `Commercial' land use to recognize and provide for expansions of the existing funeral home (with appropriate buffering) are appropriate as this is becoming a unique use within the City of Kitchener. Please let us know if you have any questions pertaining to these comments. Natalie Goss, MA, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner P: 519-741-2200 ext. 7067 E: natalie.goss(a.kitchener.ca Page 103 of 291 lkk", INTERNAL MEMO uT.I City of Kitchener Develo ment& City Hall, 200 King St. West P P.O. Box 1118 Technical Services Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Date: August 25, 2017 To: Garett Stevenson From: Niall Melanson cc: Linda Cooper Subject: Zone Change Application: ZC17/010/F/GS Official Plan Amendment: OP17/003/F/GS Site Address: 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44 & 48 Becker Street Project Description: Consolidation of 40, 44 & 48 Becker Street with 507 Frederick Street along with the closing and purchase of Becker Street north of Fife Avenue. Owner: Henry Walser Funeral Homes, Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser and 2544770 Ontario Inc. For Approval of Zone Change and Official Plan Amendment: The following documentation was requested for review by Engineering (Received June 29, 2017): 1.) A Functional Servicing plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing system along with the storm and sanitary design sheets are required to the satisfaction of the Engineering Division. The sanitary zoned and actual peak flow must also be submitted to the Engineering Division to run the sanitary capacity modeling. The City of Kitchener will use this information to determine if there are any downstream issues. If the capacity analysis determines that the pipes will need to be upgraded to support the development, then these upgrades will be rolled into the development costs. Further studies will be required at the time of development to determine the approximate length of sanitary sewers that will need to be upgraded to accommodate the above developments. Please note that a Preliminary Servicing Strategy Brief prepared by Meritech Engineering (June 21, 2017) has been received and the following comments have been provided: a. Provide sanitary and storm sewer design sheets. Please note that design sheets should reflect City of Kitchener values. b. Cash in Lieu for quality control should be revised to reflect the area of 40, 44 & 48 Becker Street as well as all area included in the Becker Street right-of-way to be purchased by the owner. The 2017 rates are $96,670/ha. Alternatively, retention of 25mm of rain could be provided for the new lands in which case Cash in Lieu would not be required. Please note that 12.5mm of retention would still be required for the existing lands. c. The Preliminary Servicing Drawing shows that private storm sewers and structures will be installed on the proposed City of Kitchener servicing easement on Becker Street. Permanent storm structures should be limited in the easement. d. Overland flow routs are acceptable. e. Based on the total proposed site area (1.47 ha) a total volume for infiltration for retention should be 183.75m3. Furthermore, it is expected that the entire site contribute to retention, not just the roof water, in order to achieve retention targets. It should be noted that infiltration is just one method of retention. Evapotranspiration or rain water re -use are other methods that can be counted towards achieving retention targets. Page 104 of 291 2.) A Water Distribution Report is required to the satisfaction of the Engineering Division in consultation with Kitchener Utilities and the Region of Waterloo. Please note that a Preliminary Water Distribution Letter prepared by Meritech Engineering (June 21, 2017) has been received and the following comments have been provided: a. Kitchener Utilities has confirmed that the 150mm diameter watermain currently feeding the site is accurate. b. Kitchener Utilities has requested that a flow test from the nearest hydrants be completed in order to confirm existing flows and pressure. 3.) After initial review of the Preliminary Stormwater Management Plan the City notes that the incorrect OF parameters have been used. For the Becker Street Road Closure: 1.) A properly sized servicing easement in favour of The City of Kitchener will be required over the existing municipal infrastructure, the sanitary forcemain and sewer, the storm sewer and the watermain, that is a minimum of 5.Om wide or twice the depth, whichever is the larger. Permanent structures should be limited to storm servicing as required. 2.) A properly sized access easement in favour of 8 Fife Avenue will be required in order to provide access to the existing detached garage off of Becker Street. 3.) Engineering requests a copy of the Record of Site Condition. Niall Melanson, C.E.T. Project Manager SAGeneral\03-06-002 Site Plan Files\Site Plans\507 Frederick St\2017\507 Frederick Street - ZC & OPA Engineering Submission Comments.doc Page 105 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Niall Melanson Sent: Friday, May 7, 2021 9:18 AM To: 'Christopher Togeretz; Angela Mick Cc: Shailesh Shah; Garett Stevenson; Steve Head Subject: RE: 507 Frederick St - Servicing JQ2312 Good morning Chris Thank you for the email. Ang will be able to work with your requested 150mm diameter service request. As for your FSR, please submit it as is (once complete). I will work internally with Shailesh, who is the Engineering's liaison from the City on the HWY 7 project, to confirm what the MTO plans are and then relay that information back to you as we move forward. I hope this helps and please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Niall Melanson, C.E.T. Engineering Technologist I Development Engineering I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 Ext. 7133 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 niall.melanson@kitchener.ca From: Christopher Togeretz <christophert@meritech.ca> Sent: Thursday, May 06, 202111:27 PM To: Niall Melanson <Niall.Melanson@kitchener.ca>; Angela Mick <Angela.Mick@kitchener.ca> Cc: Shailesh Shah <Shailesh.Shah@kitchener.ca>; Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca>; Steve Head <steveh@meritech.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: 507 Frederick St - Servicing JQ2312 Good day Niall and Angela, We are working on finalizing revisions to the FSR in accordance with an email from February, where we heard that "the MTO project to raise Frederick Street and relocate the existing services on Becker Street into Fife Ave and Ann St is on hold". As such, our report and figures are going to show some additional storm structures, but leaving the forcemain, watermain, and storm/sanitary sewers in Becker Street as -is (for now!). I see a different story in the drawing snip below — is this a future condition that I don't need to concern myself with, or is additional coordination / understanding needed before we re -issue the FSR for the planned building expansion for your review and approval? The snippet below shows, for example, some new sanitary sewers on Becker Street that actually aren't required. In regards to the size of the new water service: because the details of the future addition aren't known yet, I am assuming that there's some chance that at least a part of the proposed expansion could be sprinklered. Thus, I would request a 150mm water service. Thanks for your assistance, Chris Page 106 of 291 From: Niall Melanson <Niall.Melanson@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, May 5, 20218:52 AM To: Christopher Togeretz <christophert@meritech.ca> Cc: Angela Mick <Angela.Mick@kitchener.ca>; Shailesh Shah <Shailesh.Shah@kitchener.ca>; Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: FW: 507 Frederick St - Servicing Good morning Chris Can you please review the below email chain and advise of the size of the proposed new water service? Also, were you looking to relocate other services? Thanks Niall Melanson, C.E.T. Engineering Technologist I Development Engineering I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 Ext. 7133 ( TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 niall.melanson@kitchener.ca From: Angela Mick <Angela.Mick@kitchener.ca> Sent: Tuesday, May 04, 20213:50 PM To: Niall Melanson <Niall.Melanson@kitchener.ca> Cc: Steve Allen <Steve.Allen@kitchener.ca>; Shailesh Shah <Shailesh.Shah@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: 507 Frederick St - Servicing Yes please. From: Niall Melanson <Niall.Melanson@kitchener.ca> Sent: Tuesday, May 4, 20213:43 PM To: Angela Mick <Angela.Mick@kitchener.ca> Cc: Steve Allen <Steve.Allen@kitchener.ca>; Shailesh Shah <Shailesh.Shah@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: 507 Frederick St - Servicing Hey Ang We received the attached in 2020 and it does not show the proposed size of the new service. Would you like me to follow up with Meritech? Niall Melanson, C.E.T. Engineering Technologist I Development Engineering I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 Ext. 7133 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 niall.melanson@kitchener.ca From: Angela Mick <Angela.Mick@kitchener.ca> Sent: Tuesday, May 04, 20213:08 PM To: Niall Melanson <Niall.Melanson@kitchener.ca> Cc: Steve Allen <Steve.Allen@kitchener.ca> Subject: 507 Frederick St Page 107 of 291 Hi Niall, We are meeting with the MTO about relocations for the Frederick St Bridge. They are cutting off he watermain on Becker and relocating the serivice to Frederick St For the funeral home. We had some communication about the FSR back in February but does the consultant know what size of service they need and if they want it at the same location? The MTO will just replace with the same size. This work may start this summer. Angela raw.:str w, Regards, Angela Mick, P.Eng (she/her pronouns) Manager — Quality Management and Water Programs I Kitchener Utilities I City of Kitchener 519-741-2600 x 4408 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 angela. mick(a kitchener.ca _ Tube aKA04 SCI AW C70M M 11" W Pr P31. Sir C69-4 t—° 04 W tigeiert. 3 Page 108 of 291 BECKER ST. a a � Regards, Angela Mick, P.Eng (she/her pronouns) Manager — Quality Management and Water Programs I Kitchener Utilities I City of Kitchener 519-741-2600 x 4408 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 angela. mick(a kitchener.ca _ Tube aKA04 SCI AW C70M M 11" W Pr P31. Sir C69-4 t—° 04 W tigeiert. 3 Page 108 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Niall Melanson Sent: Friday, September 23, 2022 10:27 AM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Katie Anderl; Angela Mick Subject: 507 Frederick St & 40-48 / 61-63 Becker Street, ZC17/010/F/GS Good morning Garett Please be advised that Engineering and Kitchener Utilities can provide our clearance for zone change. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks Niall Melanson, C.E.T. Engineering Technologist I Development Engineering I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 Ext. 7133 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 niall.melanson@kitchener.ca Page 109 of 291 J internalMemo Ic1ENER Community Services Department www.kitchenerca Date: September 6, 2017 To: Garett Stevenson, Planner From: Lenore Ross, Urban Designer Subject: Comments OP17/003/F/GS and ZC17/010/F/GS 507 Frederick St., 40, 44 & 48 Becker St. Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser & 2544770 Ontario Inc. Walser Funeral Home expansion PROPOSAL The application proposes to change the land use designation of all the above -noted properties to Commercial and to change to the zoning to Commercial Residential Two (CR -2) with Special Use Provision 268U. The proposed change to the land use designation and zoning regulations are requested to accommodate an addition to the existing funeral home, as well as an expansion to the existing parking lot. The existing funeral home is 1519 square metres and has a parking lot with 113 parking spaces. The proposed addition is 998 square metres and the plans shows 84 new additional parking spaces, for a total of 197 parking spaces. General information Within the City's approved Official Plan there are numerous sections that are relevant including Part C, Section 11 Urban Design. http://www.kitchener.ca/en/insidecitvhall/resources/Planning/New-OP/PLAN New-Official-Plan--- CONSOLIDATED-Version-Modifications-Deferrals--Appeals.pdf A link to the City of Kitchener Urban Design Manual —UDM -is provided. Please be aware that over the next year this document will be updated to reflect Official Plan policies and new standards of best practice. http://www.kitchener.ca/en/insidecitvhall/urban-design-manual.asp Part A of the Manual provides further urban design and built form objectives. Part B of the Manual contains Design Briefs which outline specific requirements related to particular geographic areas or land uses. Part C of the Manual contains City standards for many site development requirements and these should be accurately reflected in the proposal: parking stall dimensions; aisle widths; sidewalk dimensions; planting rates; landscape plan details; dark -sky luminaire compliance and photometric details. Comments • the circulation letter (paragraph - Closure of Becker Street north of Fife Ave) and Planning Justification Report both note that a pedestrian connection will be provided through the proposed parking area from Fife Avenue to Frederick Street; the preliminary development concept does not incorporate a complete connection and this is required and should be explicitly noted as part of the PJ R. Page 110 of 291 1 InternalMemo Ii'Tc EVER Community Services Department wwwI tchenerca • the City should ensure that the easement obtained for servicing includes provisions for pedestrian access over the required sidewalk on the subject lands between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street • the preliminary renderings provided in the Planning Justification Report seem to show a second story or mezzanine over a portion of the building — floor plans should be provided and GFA should be confirmed • The proposed preliminary development concept requires revisions prior to the submission of a formal site plan application including the provision of the following: o explanation of courtyard? or recessed entry ? between existing building and proposed addition o a complete pedestrian connection from Fife Avenue to Frederick Street; o pedestrian connections in an alternate material through the drive aisles; o adequate drive aisle dimensions; o additional landscaped space along eastern and southern fence lines to accommodate the 'enhanced landscaping' that is contemplated in Section 8 of the Planning Justification Report; o landscaped islands within the parking areas; o barrier -free parking to City standards; o barrier free parking spaces ramped flush with the adjacent curb; o adequate planting space and required landscaping along new exterior property lines o confirmation of the extent of curbing and required driveway opening on both sides of the former Becker St right of way; o confirmation of an alternate site layout that accommodates required garbage storage, adequate parking and required vehicle movement outside of MTO limits; o required easements should be shown on the site plan; o the preliminary renderings provided in the Planning Justification Report seem to show a second story or mezzanine over a portion of the building — floor plans should be provided and GFA should be confirmed Tree Management Plan — GSP drawing L0.0 dated July 19 2017 — revisions will be required • Additional trees on-site and on adjacent lands should be illustrated on the Tree Management Plan e.g. trees near existing building and proposed expansion; trees on 8 Fife Avenue; dripline of trees on adjacent properties • Trees #1-5 are incorrectly located on the subject property; they should be shown accurately on adjacent lands and fully protected. Page 111 of 291 1 InternalMemo i11 WIER Community Services Department www.kitchener ca • The tree management plan should identify all existing trees to be retained, relocated and removed and the tree management methods to be employed to protect any existing trees during construction in accordance with the City's Tree Management Policy. This plan should also identify all trees located on adjacent properties, where the dripline encroaches onto the subject property, in order to ensure that these trees are not directly impacted by any proposed grading. • Written permission for removal of or impact to trees in joint ownership along property lines is required • There are numerous trees immediately adjacent to the site that must be adequately protected throughout demolition, grading and construction; the driplines of these trees may impact the limit of development for these lots. • The tree management plan should accurately show the driplines of the trees; identify the species, condition of the tree, impact of development on the tree and show the existing and proposed grades. • The methods for protection must be clearly identified and accurately shown on the plan. • An assessment of the value of the vegetation proposed for removal is required and compensation plantings to that value should be provided beyond UDM base standards through the Landscape Plan that will be required as part of final Site Plan approval The following conditions will likely be required for Final Site Plan Approval: A Landscape Plan is required - please see UDM Part C, Section 15 • Please locate both ground supported and portable signs within the landscape and note on the plan. Portable signage requires screening as detailed in the Urban Design Guidelines. • Please see City of Kitchener fence and sign bylaws for requirements • landscape screening should be provided for ground-based HVAC, generators and equipment • additional landscaped space along eastern and southern fence lines should be provided to accommodate the 'enhanced landscaping' that is contemplated in Section 8 of the Planning Justification Report • landscaped islands within the parking areas should be provided • landscaping along new exterior lot lines is required • bicycle racks should be provided to 10% of required parking on a hard surface and in a location with good natural oversight Page 112 of 291 K�k1 InternalMemo KtTCHENER Community Services Department m kitchener ca A copy of the Grading Plan must be submitted with the Landscape Plan Irrigation Plans are required - please see UDM Part C, Section 15 A Lighting Plan is required - please see UDM Part C, Section 4 • There are existing flood lights on the Frederick Street frontage that should be replaced with downlights on the building • New parking lot lighting is required to City standards and should sensitively accommodate the adjacent residential properties. Low height poles, timers, and appropriate light spectrum use should be employed in the updated lighting plans Building Elevations, floor plans and a 3-D Massing Model/images are required • Black line drawings or full colour renderings specifying all materials and colours are required. • All HVAC should be fully screened from public views • the preliminary renderings provided in the Planning Justification Report seem to show a second story or mezzanine over a portion of the building — floor plans should be provided and GFA should be confirmed Cost Estimate and Letter of Credit (LOC) • A cost estimate for all required on-site development works will be required in standard City format • A Letter of Credit for 50% of the approved Cost Estimate will be required • The developer should contact City Legal Services 519.741.2200 x 7858 in advance of obtaining their Letter of Credit, in order to have the DBRS rating checked and pre -cleared. • Certification of the completed site works will be required Plan Review Fees • Plan review fees will be required at the rate of 5% of the approved cost estimate. A Fire Route Plan is required Contact Jeff Wildfang leff.wildfang@kitchener.ca 519.741.2200 x 5515 or Greg Reitzel for information and approval greg.reitzel@kitchener.ca 519.741.2200 x 5510 Page 113 of 291 City of Kitchener Comment Form Project Address: 507 Frederick St File Number: OP17/003/F/GS and ZC17/010/F/GS — revised land area and inclusion of Crematorium Comments Of: Urban Design Commenter's Name: Lenore Ross % Email: Lenore.ross@kitchener.ca Phone: 519-741-2200 ext 7427,, Date of Comments: October 5 2020 of Original Proposal j %, - ', The Official Plan Amendment application, an initially submitted proposed to change the land use %, designation of all the above -noted properties to ComRgrcial1nd to change to the zoning to Commercial Residential Two (CR -2) with Special Use Provisi,or'268U. An addition to the existing funeral home was proposed to the rear of the existing buil diragTh''e,c�8jure of Becker Street was also proposed. Revised Proposal,, The revised development concept alsashoyis aition to the existing building and 128 parking spaces. The building is now proposed,to ir%cl de a cremation tribute centre. The Owner has indicated that they would like to install'a.Facultative fT-III cremator that exceeds the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation, and„Parks (MECP). Becker Street is no longer proposed to'be part of the redevelopment proposal and will remain in City i ownership. 1. Site Specific Comm ift"s: 1. The Land Use Compatibility Study prepared by Trinity Consultants Ontario Inc. indicates that the proposed crei ators are compatible because they will meet required Provincial regulations. Meeting minimum environmental regulations is not the sole test of compatibility and the minimum distance separations indicated by the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks between sensitive land uses and the proposed cremators will not be achieved even if separation distances are measured between the emissions exhaust stack and adjacent sensitive use property lines. 2. The proposed site layout still shows a very narrow landscape buffer along the eastern property line and this should be increased to provide a minimum of 1.5m to allow for not only the required 1.8m visual barrier but also landscape plantings composed of high canopy trees. A City for Everyone Working Together — Growing Thoughtfully — Building Community Page 114 of 291 3. Pedestrian connections from Becker Street and the off -property parking area should be included and shown correctly. The existing sidewalk is on the west side of Becker St and is shown on the proposed plan on the east 4. The required 3m setback between the Becker St right of way and parking is not provided and the drawing should be revised to allow for the required landscape buffer 5. The off -property parking area also does not illustrate the required 3m setback between the Becker St right of way and parking spaces and the drawing should be revised to allow for the required landscape buffer. The existing pavement surrounding this area will need to be removed and the land restored to allow for perimeter plantings of large canopy trees. ❑ 1 have no concerns with the proposed Site Plan. 2. To support this revised concept the following are required: 0 Updated site layout addressing above comments 0 An updated Tree Management Plan and Arborist's Report (A2) is required to support the revised site design and to update original tree information provided almost four years ago. Please see UDM Part C, Section 13 and www.kitchener.ca/treemanagement for detailed submission requirements. • The tree management plan should identify all existing trees to be retained, relocated and removed and the tree management methods to be employed to protect any existing trees during construction in accordance with the City's Tree Management Policy. This plan should also identify all trees located on adjacent properties, where the dripline encroaches onto the subject property, in order to ensure that these trees are not directly impacted by any proposed grading. • Written permission for removal of or impact to trees in joint ownership along property lines is required • There are several City trees on the boulevard along Ann Street and these tree should be adequately protected during demolition and construction. If removal of these trees is necessary, please contact Lindsay Button at Lindsay.Button@kitchener.ca 519.741.2600 x 4181. Protection and/or compensation may be required. • There are numerous trees on adjacent properties that must be adequately protected throughout demolition, grading and construction; the driplines of these trees may impact the limit of development for the subject property. • The tree management plan should accurately show the driplines of the trees; identify the species, condition of the tree, impact of development on the tree and show the existing and proposed grades. • The methods for protection must be clearly identified and accurately shown on the plan. • An assessment of the value of the vegetation proposed for removal is required and compensation plantings to that value should be provided beyond UDM base standards through the Landscape Plan that will be required as part of final Site Plan approval A City for Everyone Working Together — Growing Thoughtfully — Building Community Page 115 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Carrie Musselman Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 11:45 AM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Lenore Ross Subject: RE: Circulation for Comment - OPA/ZBA (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street) Hi Garett, As commented previously, Environmental Planning can generally support this application. We have reviewed the properties and there are no natural heritage features of local, Regional, Provincial or Federal significance on or adjacent to them. I can advise that the GRCA does not regulate any areas on or adjacent to the subject properties. However, there are some trees on and adjacent to the properties. Therefore, Environmental Planning (OPA/ZBA) and Urban Design (SP) will require a study to meet the requirements of the Council -adopted Tree Management Policy. A Tree Preservation/Enhancement Plan as per the City's Tree Management Policy should be submitted in support of / at the time of the CPA/ZBA application. I do see that you've listed a Tree Management Plan was submitted as supporting information with the original application. I can't find the plan or my or the urban designers' comments on it and so I don't know if we would support it or the current development concept. Can you please send me a copy of the Tree Management Plan? I'll do my best to review/comment on it this week. Regards, Carrie Musselman, BSc., Dip. Senior Environmental Planner I Planning I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7068 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 carrie.musselman@kitchener.ca From: Christine Kompter<Christine.Kompter@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 3:57 PM To: Robert Morgan <Robert.Morgan@kitchener.ca>; Barry Cronkite <Barry.Cronkite@kitchener.ca>; MTO - Allan Hodgins (allan.hodgins@ontario.ca) <allan.hodgins@ontario.ca>; MTO - Bonnie Baker <Bonnie.L.Baker@ontario.ca>; Aaron McCrimmon-Jones <Aaron.McCrimmon-Jones@kitchener.ca>; Bell - c/o WSP <circulations@wsp.com>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; David Paetz <David.Paetz@kitchener.ca>; DSD - Planning Division <DSDPIanningDivision@kitchener.ca>; Feds <vped@feds.ca>; GRCA - Planning (planning@grandriver.ca) <planning@grandriver.ca>; Greg Reitzel <Greg.Reitzel@kitchener.ca>; Hydro One - Dennis DeRango <landuseplanning@hydroone.com>; Jim Edmondson <Jim.Edmondson@kitchener.ca>; K -W Hydro - Greig Cameron <gcameron@kwhydro.on.ca>; Lesley MacDonald<Lesley.MacDonald @kitchener.ca>; Linda Cooper <Linda.Cooper@kitchener.ca>; Mike Seiling <Mike.Seiling@kitchener.ca>; MTO - Allan Hodgins (allan.hodgins@ontario.ca) <allan.hodgins@ontario.ca>; MTO - Bonnie Baker <Bonnie.L.Baker@ontario.ca>; Ontario Power Generation<Executivevp.lawanddevelopment@opg.com>; Park Planning (SM) <Park.Planning@kitchener.ca>; Parmi Takk <Parmi.Takk@kitchener.ca>; Region - Planning <PlanningApplications@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Property Data Administrator (SM) <PropDataAdmin@kitchener.ca>; Robert Morgan <Robert.Morgan@kitchener.ca>; Steven Ryder <Steven.Ryder@kitchener.ca>; UW - SA <Steven.amirikah@uwaterloo.ca>; WCDSB - Planning <planning@wcdsb.ca>; WRDSB - Board Secretary (elaine_burns@wrdsb.ca) <elaine_burns@wrdsb.ca>; WRDSB - Planning Page 116 of 291 <planning@wrdsb.ca> Cc: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Circulation for Comment - OPA/ZBA (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street) Please see attached. Comments or questions should be directed to Garett Stevenson, Senior Planner (copied on this email). Christine Kompter Administrative Assistant I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 200 King Street West, 6th Floor I P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener ON N2G 4G7 519-741-2200 ext. 7425 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 christine.kompter@kitchener.ca 600000000 Page 117 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Michelle Drake Sent: Friday, August 18, 2017 9:08 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: FW: Circulation for Comment - Official Plan Amendment & Zone Change (507 Frederick Street & 40-48 Becker Street) Attachments: Walser OPA ZC Agency Circ Package.pdf No heritage planning concerns. Michelle Michelle Drake, MAES, MCIP, RPP Senior Heritage & Policy Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 ext. 7839 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 michelle.drakeCa)-kitchener.ca From: Christine Kompter Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2017 1:35 PM To: Barry Cronkite; Bell - c/o MMM Group Limited; Carol Bacon; Cynthia Fletcher; Dan Ritz; Danny Pimentel; Dave Seller; Feds; GRCA - Trisha Hughes (thughes@grandriver.ca); Greg Reitzel; Hydro One - Dennis DeRango (land useplanning@hydroone.com); Jeff Wildfang; Joyce Evans; Karen Leasa; K -W Hydro - Greig Cameron; Larry Tansley; Linda Cooper; Mark Parris; Mayor's Office - Admin; Michael May; Mike Seiling; MTO - John Morrisey (john.morrisey@ontario.ca); Ontario Power Generation; Region - Amanda Kutler; Region - Blair Allen; Region - Brenna MacKinnon; Region - Bruce Erb; Region - Carolyn Crozier; Region - Joginder Bhatia; Region - Richard Parent; Region - Shilling Yip; Rita Delaney; Robert Morgan; Tim O'Brien; UW - SA; WCDSB - Lindsay Ford; WCDSB - Manpreet Sian; WCDSB - Virina Elgawly; WRDSB - Shawn Callon; Yvonne Westerveld Cardoso; Alain Pinard; Eric Schneider; Joanne Sutherland; Sandra Santos; Tim Seyler; Andrew Pinnell; Brian Bateman; Catherine Lowery; Craig Dumart; Della Ross; Garett Stevenson; Juliane vonWesterholt; Katie Anderl; Sheryl Rice Menezes; Adam Clark; Barbara Steiner; Brandon Sloan; Dayna Edwards; Lauren Nelson; Leon Bensason; Michelle Drake; Natalie Goss; Sarah Brown; Sarah Coutu; Tina MaloneWright; Janine Oosterveld; Lenore Ross; Lisa Thompson; Michael Palmer; Sandro Bassanese Subject: Circulation for Comment - Official Plan Amendment & Zone Change (507 Frederick Street & 40-48 Becker Street) Please see attached. Comments or questions should be directed to Garett Stevenson — Planner (519-741-2200 ext. 7070; garett.stevenson@kitchener.ca). Sincerely, Christine Kompter Administrative Assistant I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 200 King Street West, 6th Floor I P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener ON N2G 4G7 519-741-2200 ext. 7425 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 christine.kompter@kitchener.ca Page 118 of 291 CIRCULATION COMMENT FORM Re -Circulation of Amended Applications Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser, & 2544770 Ontario Inc. 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street If you have NO concerns or comments, please complete and return this form. If applicable, please return your comments in writing by mail, email, or fax by October 16, 2020. Parks & Cemeteries, Design & Development Department/Agency October 16, 2020 Date Please direct all questions, comments and forms to: Garett Stevenson City Hall, P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 4G7 PHONE: (519) 741-2200 x 7070 FAX: (519) 741-2624 TDD\TYY: 1-866-969-9994 garett. stevensonto'Wtchener. ca Carol Bacon Name of Representative (please print) Signature of Representative Page 119 of 291 1 KITCHENER CIRCULATION COMMENT FORM Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser, & 2544770 Ontario Inc. 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street If you have NO concerns or comments, please complete and return this form. If applicable, please return your comments in writing by mail, email, or fax by September 11, 2017. Operations -Environmental Services Design & Development Department/Agency August 23, 2017 Date Please direct all questions, comments and forms to: Garett Stevenson City Hall, P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 4G7 PHONE: (519) 741-2200 x 7070 FAX: (519) 741-2624 TDD\TYY: 1-866-969-9994 garett stevenson(a)kitchener.ca Carol Bacon Name of Representative (please print) nature of epresentative J ,_.__^,a�l��lY'.' rj"`''•`;fir); . Page 120 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Dave Seller Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 2:07 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: RE -CIRCULATION OF AMENDED APPLICATION comments: 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street (OPA/ZBA) City of Kitchener RE -CIRCULATION OF AMENDED APPLICATION Project Address: 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street Application Type: ZBA & OPA Comments of: Transportation Services Commenter's Name: Dave Seller Email: dave.seller@kitchener.ca Phone: 519-741-2200 ext. 7369 Date of Comments: October 13, 2020 1. Site Specific Comments: a. It was noted in the re -circulation letter that Becker Street is to remain in city ownership, therefore, the noted driveway visibility triangles (DVT) along Becker Street at Fife Avenue be removed from the plan. b. The street name; "Becker Street" be noted on the plan. c. Plan to note the existing concrete sidewalk along Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street. d. "New sign" noted on the plan by Becker Street at Fife Avenue be removed from the plan. e. Funds for approximately 38 metres of future linear sidewalk along the Becker Street frontage be provided to Engineering. The funds are in direct proportion to the increase in building area. f. Two parking spaces are located within the DVT's at the Becker Street access and should be removed from the plan and recommend the parking spaces be replaced with landscaping. g. 4.57 metre DVT's be noted on the plan. Dave Seller, C.E.T. Traffic Planning Analyst I Transportation Services I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 ext. 7369 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 dave.seller@kitchener.ca 0 0 0 Page 121 of 291 400 Clyde Road, P.O. Box 729 Grand River Conservation Authority Cambridge, Ontario NIR 5W6 Resource Management Division Phone: (519) 621-2761 ext. 2307 Beth Brown, Supervisor of Resource Planning Fax: (519) 621-4945 E-mail: bbrown@grandriver.ca PLAN REVIEW REPORT: City of Kitchener Garett Stevenson DATE: YOUR FILE: GRCA FILE: September 7, 2017 OP 17/003/F/GS & 507 Frederick St, 40, 44, & 49 Becker St ZC 17/010/F/GS RE: Official Plan Amendment and Zone Change Applications (OPA/ZC) 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street, City of Kitchener Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser & 2544770 Ontario Inc. GRCA COMMENT*: We received a request for comments on the above noted applications. Please be advised that the subject lands do not contain features regulated by the GRCA. Therefore, we will not participate in review of a future application. We trust the City will ensure appropriate stormwater management measures are implemented where applicable. We trust this information is of assistance. If you have any questions, or require additional information, please contact the undersigned. Sincerely, Beth Brown Supervisor of Resource Planning Grand River Conservation Authority BB/dp * These comments are respectfully submitted as advice and reflect resource concerns within the scope and mandate of the Grand River Conservation Authority \\grfs\files\resource management division\resource planning\row\kitchener\2017\opa\not regulated\op17-003-f-gs - 507 frederick st 40-44-48 becker s1\507 frederick st, 40, 44, & 48 becker st Itr.docx Page I of 1 Page 122 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Planning <planning@wcdsb.ca> Sent: Friday, October 9, 2020 2:06 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Circulation for Comment - OPA/ZBA (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street) Good Afternoon, The Waterloo Catholic District School Board has reviewed the above applications and based on our development circulation criteria have the following comment/condition: A) That Education Development Charges shall be collected prior to the issuance of a building permit(s). If you require any further information, please contact me by e-mail at Jordan.Neale@wcdsb.ca. Sincerely, Jordan Neale Planning Technician, WCDSB 480 Dutton Dr, Waterloo, ON N2L 4C6 519-578-3660 ext. 2355 From: Christine Kompter<Christine.Kompter@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 3:57 PM To: Robert Morgan <Robert.Morgan@kitchener.ca>; Barry Cronkite <Barry.Cronkite@kitchener.ca>; MTO - Allan Hodgins (allan.hodgins@ontario.ca) <allan.hodgins@ontario.ca>; MTO - Bonnie Baker <Bonnie.L.Baker@ontario.ca>; Aaron McCrimmon-Jones <Aaron.McCrimmon-Jones@kitchener.ca>; Bell - c/o WSP <circulations@wsp.com>; Dave Seller <Dave.Seller@kitchener.ca>; David Paetz <David.Paetz@kitchener.ca>; DSD - Planning Division <DSDPlanningDivision@kitchener.ca>; Feds <vped@feds.ca>; GRCA - Planning (planning@grandriver.ca) <planning@grandriver.ca>; Greg Reitzel <Greg.Reitzel@kitchener.ca>; Hydro One - Dennis DeRango <landuseplanning@hydroone.com>; Jim Edmondson <Jim.Edmondson@kitchener.ca>; K -W Hydro - Greig Cameron <gcameron@kwhydro.on.ca>; Lesley MacDonald<Lesley.MacDonald@kitchener.ca>; Linda Cooper <Linda.Cooper@kitchener.ca>; Mike Seiling <Mike.Seiling@kitchener.ca>; MTO - Allan Hodgins (allan.hodgins@ontario.ca) <allan.hodgins@ontario.ca>; MTO - Bonnie Baker <Bonnie.L.Baker@ontario.ca>; Ontario Power Generation<Executivevp.lawanddevelopment@opg.com>; Park Planning (SM) <Park.Planning@kitchener.ca>; Parmi Takk <Parmi.Takk@kitchener.ca>; Region - Planning <PlanningApplications@regionofwaterloo.ca>; Property Data Administrator (SM) <PropDataAdmin@kitchener.ca>; Robert Morgan <Robert.Morgan@kitchener.ca>; Steven Ryder <Steven.Ryder@kitchener.ca>; UW - SA <Steven.amirikah@uwaterloo.ca>; Planning <planning@wcdsb.ca>; WRDSB - Board Secretary (elaine_burns@wrdsb.ca) <elaine_burns@wrdsb.ca>; WRDSB - Planning <planning@wrdsb.ca> Cc: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Circulation for Comment - OPA/ZBA (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street) Caution - External Email - This Message comes from an external organization provide your username and/or password. Do NOT click on unrecognized links or Page 123 of 291 Please see attached. Comments or questions should be directed to Garett Stevenson, Senior Planner (copied on this email). Christine Kompter Administrative Assistant I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 200 King Street West, 6th Floor I P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener ON N2G 4G7 519-741-2200 ext. 7425 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 christine.kompter@kitchener.ca �eu Disclaimer - This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and contain privileged or copyright information. You must not present this message to another party without gaining permission from the sender. If you are not the intended recipient you must not copy, distribute or use this email or the information contained in it for any purpose other than to notify us. If you have received this message in error, please notify the sender immediately, and delete this email from your system. We do not guarantee that this material is free from viruses or any other defects although due care has been taken to minimize the risk. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender specifically states them to be the views of the Waterloo Catholic District School Board. Page 124 of 291 519-S70-2172 WRDSB Planning KrrcttMF-R CIRCULATION COMMENT FORM 07:28:12 a.m. 08-22-2017 1 /1 � LE:CEI VE AUG COMMUN17Y SEHVICES Dl -:Pr. P'k.ANNIn.'G :'DiVI ION Official Plan Amendment OP17/0031F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/FIGS Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser, & 2544770 Ontario Inc. 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street If you have NO concerns or comments, please complete and return this form. If applicable, please return your comments in writing by mail, email, or fax by September 11, 2017. Department/Agencly- 4,5, f/ - Date Please direct all questions, comments and forms to: Garett Stevenson City Hall, P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, N2G 4G7 PHONE: (519) 741-2200 x 7070 FAX: (519) 741-2624 T D D1TYY: 1-866-969-9994 garett.stevenson(Mkitchener.ca CCV-4 e�!Cffclll Name of Representative (please print) 1 Signature of Representative Page 125 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Tuesday, November 21, 2017 3:46 PM To: 'Morrisey, John (MTO)' Cc: Pastor, Tracy (MTO) Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Thanks John. Any luck with obtaining a copy of the Noise Study? At minimum, I would appreciate seeing some design drawings showing the location of noise mitigation measures. Residents are curious to understand what changes are coming. Thank you! Garett From: Morrisey, John (MTO) [mailto:John.Morrisey@ontario.ca] Sent: Monday, November 20, 2017 9:42 AM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Pastor, Tracy (MTO) Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Garett, I met with our new Highway 7 design team last Wednesday. They continue to review and are focusing on the existing services and how they will be impacted during construction. This may impact the easement arrangements being made between the City and Walser. I'll be circling back with them next week for additional information. Regards, John Morrisey Corridor Management Planner Corridor Management Section Engineering Office Ministry of Transportation 659 Exeter Road, London, ON N6E 11-3 Telephone 519-873-4597 Fax 519-873-4228 John. morrisey@ontario.ca From: Ga rett. Stevenson 0) kitchener. ca [mailto:Garett.Stevenson(&kitchener.ca] Sent: November -17-17 11:42 AM To: Morrisey, John (MTO) Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Hi John, I haven't received MTC) comments on this application. Will you be providing? Are you able to track down the Noise Study? Page 126 of 291 Thanks in advance! Garett From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Tuesday, October 24, 2017 5:04 PM To: 'Morrisey, John (MTO)' Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Hi John, Any luck with the Noise Study? Thanks, Garett From: Morrisey, John (MTO) [mailto:John.Morrisey@ontario.ca] Sent: Tuesday, October 03, 2017 3:31 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: DeVos, Kevin (MTO); Pastor, Tracy (MTO) Subject: RE: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Garett, I have received this latest request for Walser's redevelopment / closure of Becker Street. Continue to use me as your one -window contact. I'll make the necessary contacts and provide you with a response. Regards, John Morrisey Corridor Management Planner Corridor Management Section Engineering Office Ministry of Transportation 659 Exeter Road, London, ON N6E 11_3 Telephone 519-873-4597 Fax 519-873-4228 John. morrisey@ontario.ca From: Garett.Stevenson @kitchener.ca [ma iIto: Ga rett. Stevenson @ kitchener. ca] Sent: October -03-17 2:53 PM To: Morrisey, John (MTO) Subject: FW: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Hi John, I am wondering if you would be able to kindly assist me in obtaining two key pieces of information that will inform my application and potential road closure of Becker Street. Page 127 of 291 Firstly, do you have final design drawings for this section of the Highway 85/Highway 7? Do you know if the noise wall is going to be relocated to the new property line between Walser and MTO? If not, will MTO permit a sidewalk over MTO lands between the noise wall and the Walser property? Do you know where I can obtain a copy of the Noise Study that was completed as part of the Highway 7 EA? I tried contacted Environmental Approvals Access and Service Integration Branch (EAASIB) at the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change and I was advised I need to submit a FOI request for the whole EA. I left Kevin DeVos a voicemail and have not heard back. I am trying to answer noise mitigation questions that keep arising at my public meetings for Walser and I can't track down a copy to see what is planned. Thanks very much! Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 garett.stevenson(o-)_kitchener.ca 0 On to 0 0 0 0 Q G From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Monday, September 18, 2017 10:14 AM To: Scott Davey; Linda Cooper; Beth Bruno; Alain Pinard; Scott Berry; Bell - c/o MMM Group Limited (circulations@mmm.ca); BERE, Jamie (lames.bere@canadapost. postescanada.ca); Greig Cameron (,gcameron@kwhydro.on.ca) (gcameron@kwhydro.on.ca); Rogers - Abdul Salak (Abdul.Salak('0rci.rogers.com); Sylvie Eastman; Greg Reitzel Cc: Barry Cronkite; Robert Morgan Subject: Proposed Road Closure - Becker Street between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street Hello, You may have been circulated on an Official Plan Amendment and Zone Change application for this property. This circulation is specific to the potential closure of Becker Street, between Fife Avenue and Frederick Street. If you are not the most appropriate contact for your department or agency, it would be greatly appreciated if you could forward it along for comment to the appropriate representative. I understand these requests are fairly infrequent and I am working from an outdated circulation list, so I apologize if you are not the appropriate contact person and I appreciate your assistance. The Owner of Henry Walser Funeral Home has purchased 40, 44, and 48 Becker Street and has filed applications for an Official Plan Amendment and Zone Change application to expand the existing building and parking area. If these applications are approved, there would be no residential dwelling units remaining on this section of Becker Street. The proposal for the road closure includes: - Providing any required servicing easement(s), - Constructing a sidewalk from Fife Avenue to Frederick Street, with an access easement for the public, - Providing physical and legal (easement) for rear yard access (detached garage) for 8 Fife Avenue, - Purchasing the lands for private ownership and maintenance of the lands, and - Physical closure of the street, rebuilding the intersection of Fife Avenue and Becker Street and constructing a private driveway entry into the parking area. Please see the attached request for road closure and Official Plan and Zone Change application circulation letter. Your comments on the proposed road closure are requested by October 13, 2017. Thanks, Page 128 of 291 Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 garett.stevenson(aD_kitchener.ca 0 ('91 () 0 0 C) C) 0 0 Hard Copy CC: WRPS-ATTN s/sgt Hinsperger WRPS-ATTN Insp. Omorris, Div.1 Traffic Branch Regional Police Dept. Regional Police H.Q. 134 Frederick Street 200 Maple Grove Rd. Kitchener, Ontario Cambridge, Ontario N2G 4G3 N3H 5M1 Page 129 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Morrisey, John (MTO) <John.Morrisey@ontario.ca> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 11:49 AM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: DeVos, Kevin (MTO) Subject: [EXTERNAL] FW: HenerywWakser Amendments Garett, please see the response below. John Morrisey Senior Project Manager (A) Ministry of Transportation West Operations Branch Corridor Management Section, West 659 Exeter Road, London, ON N6E 11-3 Telephone 226-984-8397 Fax 519-873-4228 John. Morrisey@ontario.ca From: DeVos, Kevin (MTO) <Kevin.Devos@ontario.ca> Sent: September -30-20 10:39 AM To: Morrisey, John (MTO) <John.Morrisey@ontario.ca> Cc: Hochstenbach, Frank (MTO) <Frank.Hochstenbach@ontario.ca>; New Highway 7 (MTO) <newhwy7@ontario.ca> Subject: RE: Henery wWakser Amendments The design documented in the 2014 Initial Design Report does not include reinstating this sidewalk. The property where the sidewalk has been constructed (a portion the Becker Street r -o -w) either has been or will be assumed by the Ministry for highway widening purposes. The sidewalk cannot be reinstated without additional property acquisition from the Walser lands. Additional property acquisition from the Walser lands is not being pursued by the Ministry at this time. From: Morrisey, John (MTO) <John.Morrisey@ontario.ca> Sent: September 28, 2020 1:56 PM To: DeVos, Kevin (MTO) <Kevin.Devos@ontario.ca> Subject: FW: Henery wWakser Amendments Kevin, Can you provide a response regarding the overall design/inclusion of sidewalk?? John From: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Sent: September -28-20 1:53 PM Page 130 of 291 To: Morrisey, John (MTO) <John.MorriseV@ontario.ca> Subject: RE: Henery wWakser Amendments CAUTION -- EXTERNAL E-MAIL - Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender. Hello John, At last discussion, I believe the final design was not completed for the new eastbound Highway 7 ramps from Highway 85. 1 recall that is was not yet determined how much land was required between the existing building and the existing noise wall. Do you have any update I can share with the resident enquiring? (I have BCC'd the resident to protect their personal information) The sidewalk of interest is shown below (from Frederick to Becker) Page 131 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: HCMS-Do-Not-Reply <HCMS@ontario.ca> Sent: Thursday, December 31, 2020 10:02 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Response to General Inquiry 2020-31 L-001131 submitted on September 18, 2020/RA®ponse A la demande de renseignements generaux n° 2020-31 L-001131 soumise le 18 septembre 2020 Please see below a response to the inquiry you submitted on September 18, 2020. Response to Inquiry Good Morning Garett, MTO has no concerns with the OP and ZBA proposed, my apologies for the delayed response. MTO has been working closely with this property owner design consultant, to ensure proposed expansion does not impact MTO future works along this corridor. Regards, Allan Hodgins I Corridor Management Planner (A) MTO — Operation Branch West I Corridor Management Section, West Ph: (226) 973-8580 1 Email: allan.hodgins@ontario.ca If you have any questions, please contact: Allan Hodgins Phone: 226-973-8580 Email: Allan.Hodgins@ontario.ca Ministry of Transportation Highway Corridor Management Section - London Office 659 Exeter Rd London, ON N6E 1L3 Please retain this email for your records. Thank You, Highway Corridor Management Ministry of Transportation of Ontario https://www.hcros.mto.gov.on.ca Please note: This email was sent from a notification -only address that cannot accept incoming email. Please do not reply to this message. Vous trouverez ci-dessous une reponse a la demande que vous avez soumise le 18 septembre 2020. Page 132 of 291 Reponse a la demande Good Morning Garett, MTO has no concerns with the OP and ZBA proposed, my apologies for the delayed response. MTO has been working closely with this property owner design consultant, to ensure proposed expansion does not impact MTO future works along this corridor. Regards, Allan Hodgins I Corridor Management Planner (A) MTO — Operation Branch West I Corridor Management Section, West Ph: (226) 973-8580 1 Email: allan.hodgins@ontario.ca Si vous avez des questions, veuillez communiquer avec : Allan Hodgins Telephone : 226-973-8580 Adresse de courriel : Allan.Hodgins@ontario.ca Ministry of Transportation Highway Corridor Management Section - London Office 659 Exeter Rd London, ON N6E ID Veuillez conserver ce courriel pour vos dossiers. Cordialement, Gestion des couloirs routiers Ministere des Transports de I'Ontario https://www.hcros.mto.gov.on.ca Veuillez noter ce qui suit : Ce courriel est envoye a partir d'une adresse servant uniquement a 1'envoi d'avis qui ne peut accepter de courriels entrants. Veuillez ne pas repondre a ce message. 2 Page 133 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Katie Anderl Sent: Friday, November 4, 2022 4:10 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Niall Melanson; Dave Seller Subject: FW: (SP) SPRC Meeting for 507 Frederick Street Attachments: 507 Frederick Street- Site Plan.pdf; Preliminary Design (Becker St).pdf Please see MTO comments below and attached. Looks like a few comments — mostly site plan level stuff — garbage location or at least the truck access to it may need to be reconsidered. It does sound like there will be a period of time when Becker is under construction that they will not have access to Becker or limited access, and works will need to be coordinated between the projects. They have some questions/comments about services in proximity to the addition as well. Katie From: Hodgins, Allan (MTO) <Allan.Hodgins@ontario.ca> Sent: Friday, November 4, 2022 3:10 PM To: Katie Anderl <Katie.Anderl@kitchener.ca> Cc: Joanne Sutherland <Joanne.Sutherland@kitchener.ca>; McIver, Maureen (MTO) <Maureen.Mclver@ontario.ca>; Laura M. Gurr <gurr@cohenhigh ley.com>; hwalser@henrywalser.ca; mvignault@henrywalser.ca; kbarisdale@gspgroup.ca Subject: RE: (SP) SPRC Meeting for 507 Frederick Street Hello Katie, The Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has completed its reviewed the Site Plan and associated documents prepared by GSP Group Inc. dated June 2022, for 507 Frederick St, Kitchener ON. The subject site has been considered in accordance with the Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act (PTH IA), MTO's Highway Corridor Management Manual (HCMM) and all related guidelines and policies. The following outlines our comments: Highway 7 along the subject property is classified as a Provincial Freeway and designated as a Controlled Access Highway (CAH). As such, all requirements, guidelines and best practices in accordance with this classification and designation shall apply. The owner should be aware that the property lies within MTO's Permit Control Area (PCA), and as such, MTO Permits are required before any demolition, grading, construction or alteration to the site commences. In accordance with the Ontario Building Code, municipal permits may not be issued until such time as all other applicable requirements (i.e.: MTO permits/approvals) are satisfied. Page 134 of 291 General Comments MTO has initiated the detail design of Frederick Street underpass (GWP 408-88-00 Highway 7 New, Kitchener to Guelph, Detailed Design of the Grand River Crossing, Preliminary Design of other Highway/Structural Elements — Woodlawn Rd. Interchange Reinstatement, Reference Concept Design), where additional consultation will be occurring regarding maintaining access during construction staging. To ensure time and space requirements can be achieved between contractors working on the 507 Frederick St development and the MTO contract, MTO requires the anticipated timeline and duration of the proposed works on 507 Frederick St. MTO welcomes the opportunity to meet to discuss our comments further to ensure the proponents, City and MTO needs are addressed and both projects are a success. Servicing Plan: MTO will be reconstructing Becker St as part of the above noted GWP 408-88-00, which includes a number of servicing relocations will be required, see Preliminary Design (Becker St) attached for reference. • It appears phase 2 will be constructed over number of services, i.e. gas and storm, with only the south most catch -basin (#32 on MTO drawing) and sewer pipe being removed. Will the gas line and 2nd catch -basin (#11 on MTO drawing) and associated sewer pipe being relocated to accommodate the Phase 2? o be Rcmovec. in to `ulu;re 1 \ C E San Inv = 324.05 Phase 2 W San service - Approx. FFE = 325.12 Truck Turning Movement Plan: c _ SM #21 E Fx 30 3m-45Cmm0 Con dal 1,55% 6 ~Ex Cedar Trees —.:x Mater servke \ Ex CB \ TC = 325.34 NE Inv = 324.77 Ex Mech Room MTO will be reconstructing Becker St as part of the above noted GWP 408-88-00, which includes reconstructing a standard cul-de-sac to dead end Becker St. Based on this reconstruction the movement illustrated on plan will not be able to be performed. See Preliminary Design (Becker St) attached for reference and preliminary design of this cul-de-sac approx. 5m north of the southern wall face on the existing building. Alternative location for Garbage & Recycling collection should be determined. Preliminary Grading Plan: Given the Frederick St bridge replacement has as grade raised involved, MTO requires confirmation of the proposed grade for the main entrance from Frederick St into the site, to verify existing and future conditions achieve required slope. Should the applicant choose to proceed with the proposal, multiple MTO Permits may be required for this site: MTO Permits Page 135 of 291 One (1) MTO Building and Land Use permit is required prior to any construction or grading taking place on the subject parcel. As a condition of MTO permits, the owner shall submit a site plan, site -servicing plan, grading plan, illumination plan and a stormwater management report for the proposed development to MTO for review and approval. And One (1) MTO Sign Permit may also be required for this site; Please provide a plan identifying the entire site signage proposed (visible from MTO property limits), fully dimensioned, for any permanent and/or temporary signs visible from the MTO property limits. Again, MTO welcomes the opportunity to meet to discuss our comments further to ensure the proponents, City and MTOs needs are addressed and both projects are a success. Regards, Allah Hod ns I Corridor Management Planner Ph. (226) 973-8580 1 Fax (519) 873-4228 E-mail: al Ian. hodgins(C_ontario.ca The Ministry of Transportation of Ontario West Operations Branch I Corridor Management Section, West 1st Floor 1 659 Exeter Road, London, Ontario, N6E 11_3 For General Inquiries, Pre -consultations or Permit Application, please see our automated system: https://www.hcros.mto.gov.on.ca From: Katie Anderl <Katie.Anderl@kitchener.ca> Sent: October 12, 2022 12:34 PM To: Hodgins, Allan (MTO) <Allan.Hodgins@ontario.ca> Cc: Joanne Sutherland <Joanne.Sutherland@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: (SP) SPRC Meeting for 507 Frederick Street CAUTION -- EXTERNAL E-MAIL - Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender. Thanks Allan, I appreciate you stepping in on this one — I know the applicant is anxious for comments so that they can continue to refine their plans if necessary. Thanks, Katie From: Hodgins, Allan (MTO) <Allan.Hodgins@ontario.ca> Sent: Wednesday, October 12, 2022 8:44 AM To: Katie Anderl <Katie.Anderl@kitchener.ca> Cc: Joanne Sutherland <Joanne.Sutherland@kitchener.ca> Subject: RE: (SP) SPRC Meeting for 507 Frederick Street Hi Katie, I am unable to attend the meeting this morning for 507 Fredrick St Site Plan meeting. MTO comments have yet to be finalized for the subject site, please note there is a major reconstruction project being design currently for the Fredrick St underpass structure at the moment. MTO had previously reviewed site plan, however the previous Project Manager is currently out of office on a personal leave, with staff attempting to review in their absence. I will provide an update shortly, as I will do what I can to expedite these comments being provided. Page 136 of 291 Region of Waterloo Garett Stevenson Planner City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Mr. Stevenson, PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES Community Planning 150 Frederick Street 8th Floor Kitchener Ontario N2G 4J3 Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4466 www. regionofwaterloo.ca Carolyn Crozier 575-4757 ext. 3657 File: C14-60/2/17010 D17-40/2/17003 October 10, 2017 Re: Proposed Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zoning By -Law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street Henry Walser Funeral Homes Limited and 2544770 Ontario Inc. CITY OF KITCHENER Regional staff has completed its circulation of the above -noted proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment and provide the following comments for your consideration. The purpose of the proposed Zoning By -Law Amendment is to re -zone the Becker Street properties from Residential Six (R-6) to Commercial Residential (CR -2) with Special Use Provision 268U so that they have the same zoning as 507 Frederick Street. The purpose of the proposed Official Plan Amendment is to re -designate both the lands at 507 Frederick Street (Mixed Use), and the Becker Street lands (Low Rise Residential) to Commercial. The subject lands are designated Built -Up Area within the Region of Waterloo Official Plan. The purpose of both the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments are to accommodate a proposed addition to the existing funeral home as well as an expansion to the existing parking lot. Page 137 of 291 Community Planning Record of Site Condition/Holding Provision The subject lands are identified in the Region's Threats Inventory Database (TID) as having a high threat of contamination on the property. In accordance with the Region's Implementation Guideline for the Review of Development Applications On or Adjacent to Known and Potentially Contaminated Sites, a Record of Site Condition (RSC) is required where a zoning application for a change to or addition of a non -sensitive use is received. The proposed expansion of the funeral home does not require a RSC; however, the proposed CR -2 zoning includes several sensitive uses that would, if developed on the lands in the future, require a RSC based on the guideline. A holding provision ("H") will be required to be included in the zoning by-law amendment which would prohibit the following sensitive uses until such time that the City of Kitchener is in receipt of a letter of acknowledgement from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change advising that a Record of Site Condition has been completed: • Day Care Facility • Duplex Dwelling • Dwelling Unit • Education Establishment • Hospice • Lodging House • Multiple Dwelling • Private Home Day Care • Residential Care Facility • Semi-detached Dwelling • Street Townhouse Dwelling Water Services Staff have reviewed the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, and the supporting documentation including the Planning Justification Report, Preliminary Water Distribution Letter and Preliminary Stormwater Management Plan and provide the following comments. • The forcemain identified on Becker Street is owned by the Region of Waterloo. If Becker Street is to be closed, an easement in favor of the Region will be required. This can be addressed at Site Plan. • The Region has supplied modeling results to Meritech Engineering in support of background data to address any servicing concerns. Document Number: 2531947 Page 138 of 291 • MTO has identified the needs for utility relocation as part of the Highway 7 Design Build Project. The City of Kitchener and the Region have acquired the services of WSP Highways to identify alternative utility relocations. Some solutions may directly impact the proposed design options for the site. These design matters can be addressed at Site Plan. Corridor Planning Stormwater Management The applicant must submit 2 copies of the detailed Site Grading and Drainage Control Plan(s) and detailed Stormwater Management Report to the Region of Waterloo for approval. This should include infiltration of roof top runoff where soil conditions permit, showing drainage details for the subject property, abutting properties and the public road allowance so as to ensure compatible drainage and to show thereon all existing and proposed connections to the municipal storm sewers, sanitary sewers and water mains and all detailed erosion and siltation control features, all to the satisfaction of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo. The grading plans must show the full details in the Region's right of way. These can be submitted as part of a future Site Plan application. Work Permit/Municipal Consent The applicant is advised that any new/upgraded servicing connections into Frederick Street (RR #06) right-of-way would require Municipal Consent as a separate approval process. Also any work in the Frederick Street right-of-way will require a Regional Work Permit. In this regard the applicant will be required to submit 6 copies of the plans illustrating all the proposed grading, servicing, sidewalk and landscaping on the Regional Road to the Region's Transportation Engineering Services Division (Lindsay Hemmerling @ 519-575-4757 x3751 email: LHemmerling(cD-regionofwaterloo.ca). These plans can be submitted as part of a future Site Plan Application. Site Plan Review Fee The applicant will be required to submit the Regional review fee of $700 as part of a future Site Plan Application. Fees The Regional acknowledges receipt of the required Zone Change application fee. The Official Plan Amendment fee of $5,000 is payable after City Council adopts the amendment. Summary In summary, Regional Staff has no objection to approval of the proposed Zone Change Application and Official Plan Amendment subject to the inclusion of a Document Number: 2531947 Page 139 of 291 Holding Provision in the implementing site specific zoning by-law requiring a Record of Site Condition, acknowledged by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, prior to any sensitive uses permitted in the CR -2 zoning be allowed. General Comments Any future development on the lands subject to the above -noted application(s) will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 14-046 or any successor thereof. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, OaAvy 0'_ Carolyn Crozie M.Sc.PI, MCIP, RPP Principal Planner Document Number: 2531947 Page 140 of 291 Region of Waterloo Garett Stevenson Senior Planner City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Mr. Stevenson, PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES Community Planning 150 Frederick Street 8th Floor Kitchener Ontario N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4466 www.regionofwaterloo.ca Melissa Mohr 1-226-752-8622 File: C14-60/2/17010 D17-40/2/17003 February 8, 2021 Re: Proposed Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zoning By -Law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS — second submission 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street Henry Walser Funeral Homes Limited CITY OF KITCHENER Regional staff has completed its recirculation of the above -noted proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment and provide the following comments for your consideration. Original Proposal The initial Official Plan Amendment was proposed to redesignate the subject properties to commercial and to amend the Zoning to Commercial Residential Two (CR -2) with Special Use Provision 2680. These amendments were proposed to facilitate an addition to the existing funeral home from the rear of the existing building. Closure of Becker Street was also proposed through the initial submission. Revised/Current Proposal The revised proposal includes an addition to the existing building with 128 parking spaces. The building is proposed to include a cremation tribute centre, which will Document Number: 3559778 Version: 1 Page 141 of 291 include the installation of a Facultative FT -III cremator on site. Regional staff understand that the closure of Becker Street is no longer included in the redevelopment proposal and Becker Street will remain in City of Kitchener ownership. The current designation of 507 Frederick Street is Mixed Use and the Becker Street properties are designated Low Rise Residential in the City of Kitchener Official Plan. The Official Plan Amendment is required in order to designate all properties Commercial and to permit a Crematorium/Cremator as a permitted use on site. The current zoning of 507 Frederick Street is Commercial Residential CR -2 Zone with special provision 268U. The Becker Street properties are zoned Residential Six (R-6) Zone with Special Regulation 362U. The Zoning By-law Amendment is required to rezone the Becker Street properties from R6 to CR -2 (268U) with provision to define the front yard and reduced floor space ratio. In addition, the recirculated proposal includes the addition of a special Use Regulation to permit a crematorium/cremator on site, a reduced setback from Becker Street to 0 metres/nil and to permit 11 parking spaces on the other side of Becker Street associated with the development. Community Planning Regional Official Plan The subject lands are designated "Urban Area" and "Built -Up Area" on Schedule 3a of the Regional Official Plan (ROP). Section 1.2.6 of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 requires major facilities and sensitive land uses to be developed to be planned to avoid or where avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any adverse impacts. In addition, Section 2.G.10 of the Regional Official Plan requires the City of Kitchener to establish policies within their Official Plan to minimize the impact of Sensitive Land Uses and potential incompatible land uses from each other. Studies may be required to assess the compatibility of these uses. Regional Planning staff understand the applicant has submitted a land use compatibility study entitled "Land Use Compatibility Study Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd. 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario" prepared by Trinity Consultants Ontario Inc. dated June 24, 2020. Regional staff further understand that the city has requested a peer review of the compatibility study. Regional planning staff request a copy of the findings of the peer review and will withhold final comments on the development proposal until the peer review has been completed and reviewed by Regional staff. In addition to the above, Regional staff have the following technical comments for the City's consideration. Record of Site Condition/Holding Provision Document Number: 3450369 Page 142 of 291 The Region has concerns with the following sensitive land uses permitted on site without receipt of a Record of Site Condition and Ministry Acknowledgement Letter. Regional staff would recommend removing these permitted uses from the zoning by-law or implementing a holding zone until such time that a record of site condition is completed to permit the following uses: • Day Care Facility • Duplex Dwelling • Dwelling Unit • Education Establishment • Hospice • Lodging House • Multiple Dwelling • Private Home Day Care • Residential Care Facility • Semi-detached Dwelling • Street Townhouse Dwelling Water Services Please note that the Region requires an updated Preliminary Water Distribution Brief and preliminary Stormwater Management Report and Plan that reflects the current proposal. The Region shall receive and approve this document prior to a recommendation being made on the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment. Corridor Planning Site Plan Approval Stage: Stormwater Management & Site Grading: Region of Waterloo staff have received the "Preliminary Stormwater Management Plan" dated June 2017 and "Preliminary Servicing Strategy Brief" dated June 2017, both completed by Meritech Engineering, and will provide formal comments under separate cover. Please be advised that a connection from the subject property to the existing storm sewer within the Frederick Street right of way (as identified in the plan and brief) will only be accepted provided that sufficiency (capacity and adequate condition) of the Frederick Street storm sewer is documented. Region of Waterloo staff will follow up directly with Meritech Engineering for comments and review. Regional Road Dedication: The subject property at 507 Frederick Street has direct frontage on Frederick Street (Regional Road 06). No further road widening dedication is required in association with Schedule 'A' of the Regional Official Plan (ROP). Access Permit/TIS/Access Regulation: The subject property currently functions with a single full movement access to Frederick Street. The proposed Concept Plan provided with the application does not show any Document Number: 3450369 Page 143 of 291 modifications to the vehicular access. A Regional Road Access Permit will not be required under these applications or a future Site Plan application. Transit Planning: Grand River Transit (GRT) currently operates Route 20 along this section of Frederick Street, with existing transit amenities located immediately in front of the subject property. Fees As indicated previously, the Regional acknowledges receipt of the required Zone Change application fee. The Official Plan Amendment fee of $5,750 is payable after City Council makes a decision on the application. It is recommended that this fee be paid as soon as possible to ensure the decision (once made) is processed in a timely manner. Summary Regional staff will withhold final comments and recommendations regarding the above noted proposal subject to receipt of the peer review findings on the Compatibility Study, an updated Preliminary Water Distribution Letter and preliminary Stormwater Management Report for review and approval prior to providing final comments or a recommendation on the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment. General Comments Any future development on the lands subject to the above -noted application(s) will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 19-037 or any successor thereof. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, Melissa Mohr, MCIP, RPP Principal Planner cc. Henry Walser Funeral Home C/O Henry Walser (owner) GSP Group C/O Kristen Barisdale (applicant) Document Number: 3450369 Page 144 of 291 wry Region of Waterloo Garett Stevenson Senior Planner City of Kitchener 200 King Street West P.O. Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Dear Mr. Stevenson, PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LEGISLATIVE SERVICES Community Planning 150 Frederick Street 8th Floor Kitchener Ontario N2G 4A Canada Telephone: 519-575-4400 TTY: 519-575-4608 Fax: 519-575-4466 www.regionofwaterloo.ca Melissa Mohr 1-226-752-8622 File: C14-60/2/17010 D17-40/2/17003 November 2, 2022 Re: Proposed Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zoning By -Law Amendment ZC17/010/F/GS — third submission 507 Frederick Street and 40, 44 and 48 Becker Street Henry Walser Funeral Homes Limited CITY OF KITCHENER Regional staff has completed its recirculation of the above -noted proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment and provide the following comments for your consideration. Original Proposal The initial Official Plan Amendment was proposed to redesignate the subject properties to commercial and to amend the Zoning to Commercial Residential Two (CR -2) with Special Use Provision 268U. These amendments were proposed to facilitate an addition to the existing funeral home from the rear of the existing building. Closure of Becker Street was also proposed through the initial submission. Revised/Current Proposal The revised proposal includes an addition to the existing building with 128 parking spaces. The building is proposed to include a cremation tribute centre, which will include the installation of a Facultative FT -III cremator on site. Regional staff Page 145 of 291 understand that the closure of Becker Street is no longer included in the redevelopment proposal and Becker Street will remain in City of Kitchener ownership. The current designation of 507 Frederick Street is Mixed Use and the Becker Street properties are designated Low Rise Residential in the City of Kitchener Official Plan. The Official Plan Amendment is required in order to designate all properties Commercial and to permit a Crematorium/Cremator as a permitted use on site. The current zoning of 507 Frederick Street is Commercial Residential CR -2 Zone with special provision 268U. The Becker Street properties are zoned Residential Six (R-6) Zone with Special Regulation 362U. The Zoning By-law Amendment is required to rezone the Becker Street properties from R6 to CR -2 (268U) with provision to define the front yard and reduced floor space ratio. In addition, the recirculated proposal includes the addition of a special Use Regulation to permit a crematorium/cremator on site, a reduced setback from Becker Street to 0 metres/nil and to permit 11 parking spaces on the other side of Becker Street associated with the development. Community Planning Regional Official Plan The subject lands are designated "Urban Area" and "Built -Up Area" on Schedule 3a of the Regional Official Plan (ROP). Regional staff understand that the applicant has proposed a use that is considered an industrial use within a commercial building; therefore, a land use compatibility study has been submitted for review. Land Use Compatibility: Section 1.2.6 of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 requires major facilities and sensitive land uses to be developed to be planned to avoid or where avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any adverse impacts. In addition, Section 2.G.10 of the Regional Official Plan requires the City of Kitchener to establish policies within their Official Plan to minimize the impact of Sensitive Land Uses and potential incompatible land uses from each other. Studies may be required to assess the compatibility of these uses. Regional Planning staff understand the applicant has submitted a number of studies to address land use compatibility, air quality and noise including: • Land Use Compatibility Study, Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. (Trinity Consultants, June 24, 2020) • Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report, Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. (Trinity Consultants, September 28, 2020) • Acoustic Assessment Report, Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. (Trinity Consultants, October 6, 2020) • Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report, Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. (Trinity Consultants, Updated April 1, 2021) Trinity Consultants recommended that the funeral home use be a Class I facility requiring a minimum setback from sensitive land uses of 20 m as per the MECP D-6 Compatibility Guidelines. In addition to this classification, Trinity Consultants Document Number: 4215395 Version: 1 Document Number: 3450369 Page 146 of 291 recommends various mitigation measures including, but not limited to, noise walls and parapet walls along the extent of the building addition. Regional staff further understand that the City of Kitchener has engaged RWDI to undertake a peer review of the above studies and the following peer reviews have been received by the Region: Peer Review, "Peer Review Documents Prepared by Trinity Consultants" (RWDI, January 29, 2021) Peer Review, "Peer Review Documents Prepared by Trinity Consultants" (RWDI, May 26, 2021) Through the peer review, RWDI disagreed with Trinity Consultants classification of the land use as a Class I facility as they are of the opinion that the use be classified as a Class II facility requiring a minimum setback from sensitive land uses of 70m. Despite the classification, RWDI has indicated that their concerns have been addressed as the Acoustic Assessment Report demonstrated that with proposed setbacks and mitigation in the form of a noise wall, sound levels from the facility will meet the requirements of MECP's NPC -300 Noise guideline. With respect to air quality, RWDI is satisfied with the updated ESDM report noting that with reducing the number of cremation units from two to one, it will bring the facility into compliance with the applicable benchmarks. RWDI did indicate that periodic testing be conducted on the unit to ensure it operates optimally. Based on the above, Regional staff have no concerns with the peer review undertaken by RWDI for the proposed installation of a Facultative FT -III cremator on the subject lands and require the following implementation measures to be addressed at the site plan stage: Air Quality.- Regional uality.Regional staff require the following air quality requirement to be secured in the site plan agreement: That the landowner agrees to conduct periodic air quality testing of the cremation unit to ensure it operates optimally and in compliance with the MECP Environmental Compliance Approval. Noise: Regional staff require the following noise mitigation measures be secured within the site plan agreement: That the two 3 metre high noise walls as shown on Figure A-6 of the Acoustic Assessment Report being 15m and 21 m in length adjacent to 133 Ann Street be included in the architectural drawings and within the site plan agreement. A detailed Document Number: 4215395 Version: 1 Document Number: 3450369 Page 147 of 291 noise wall design shall be part of the site plan approval and the agreement must make provision for the long-term maintenance of these walls by the landowner. Furthermore, a 4 -foot high parapet atop the roof is required along the perimeter of the building expansion to provide attenuation to rooftop mechanical equipment. Finally, Acoustic Louvers on the proposed mechanical equipment are required and the land owner is to provide a certificate of compliance from a professional engineer qualified in acoustics indicating that all required mitigation (including physical noise walls) have been installed as per the acoustic assessment report and that the required mitigation complies with MECP NPC -300 noise guideline criteria. In addition to the above, Regional staff have the following technical comments for the City's consideration: Record of Site Condition/Holding Provision The Region has concerns with the following sensitive land uses permitted on site without receipt of a Record of Site Condition and Ministry Acknowledgement Letter. Regional staff would recommend removing these permitted uses from the zoning by-law or implementing a holding zone until such time that a record of site condition is completed to permit the following uses: • Day Care Facility • Duplex Dwelling • Dwelling Unit • Education Establishment • Hospice • Lodging House • Multiple Dwelling • Private Home Day Care • Residential Care Facility • Semi-detached Dwelling • Street Townhouse Dwelling Regional Water Services Regional Water Services has reviewed the Servicing Strategy Brief prepared by Meritech dated January 2021 and acknowledges the proposed new water and sanitary servicing connection from Frederick St and has no further objection to the application based on the proposed new connections. Please be advised that the proposed "deep well garbage and recycling" is in close proximity to the existing forcemain and shall not be permitted until the forcemain is relocated. The timing for the sanitary forcemain relocation is unknown at this time. Document Number: 4215395 Version: 1 Document Number: 3450369 Page 148 of 291 Corridor Planning Site Plan Approval Stage: Stormwater Management & Site Grading: Regional staff have received and reviewed the studies entitled "Preliminary Stormwater Management Plan" dated June 2017 and "Preliminary Servicing Strategy Brief" dated June 2017, both completed by Meritech Engineering and have no further concerns with the Reports at this stage (Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment stage). Detailed comments may be provided under a future Site Plan application. Access Permit/TIS/Access Regulation: The subject property currently functions with a single full movement access to Frederick Street. The proposed Concept Plan provided with the application does not show any modifications to the vehicular access, therefore, a Regional Road Access Permit will not be required under these applications or a future Site Plan application. Fees As indicated previously, the Regional acknowledges receipt of the required Zone Change application fee (received in 2017) and Official Plan Amendment Application fee (received November 1, 2022) Summary Based on the above, Regional staff have no objection to the applications subject to the implementation of the accepted mitigation measures within the required Site Plan Agreement and the implementation of a holding provision requiring a Record of Site Condition for the entirety of the subject lands prior to any sensitive land uses being permitted on site. Alternatively, the Region requires all sensitive land uses be removed from the Zoning By-law applying to subject lands. General Comments Any future development on the lands subject to the above -noted application(s) will be subject to the provisions of Regional Development Charge By-law 19-037 or any successor thereof. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Yours truly, Melissa Mohr, MCIP, RPP Senior Planner cc. Henry Walser Funeral Home C/O Henry Walser (owner) GSP Group C/O Kristen Barisdale (applicant) Document Number: 4215395 Version: 1 Document Number: 3450369 Page 149 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: pamela baillie Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 9:23 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Crematorium— a mistake Hi Garrett, I just wanted to share my thoughts regarding the idea of a crematorium at Henry Walser: I was shocked and saddened to hear that a crematorium has been a possibility in my area, and extremely upset that this potential reality hasn't been more widely publicized. I'm concerned that lack of more transparency about the crematorium has occurred due to the environmental hazards associated with them, and the subsequent risks which will impact the community in the VERY residential surrounding vicinity. This neighbourhood, I might add, has a high population of seniors, who will be only one of the vulnerable groups most at risk of the negative effects from the building of a crematorium. There are also SEVERAL elementary schools, teeming with children, who call the close -by streets home before and after school, my own included. I am vehemently opposed to the erection of a crematorium at Henry Walser funeral home due to its health risks for all. I am not at all comfortable nor complacent with the environmental pollutants which will be released into our immediate atmosphere from a crematorium. There are cumulative effects of particulate matter which, when released from the cremation process, will bioaccumulate in the human body over time. There is a gross lack of studies that have been performed to assess the release of radioactive particles from crematoria. How will this crematorium be consistently monitored to determine the negative contribution to local air quality? How can the community be assured there will be no immediate or long term birth defects, congenital abnormalities, or factors which will both immediately and negatively impact those with existing heart and lung issues, those who are immunocompromised from cancer, or those with other conditions such as diabetes? And this is just the tip of the iceberg. It is not a prudent decision to permit such an irresponsible "venture" with both the known, AND unknown factors, both equally unspoken and critical to this matter, hiding in the shadows. Don't do it. It will be a grave mistake. Page 150 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Michael Bean Sent: Friday, September 15, 2017 8:32 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: FW: Application OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Resending ... From: Michael Bean Sent: Friday, September 15, 2017 6:55 AM v To:'garrett.stevenson@kitchener.ca' <garrett.stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Application OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Garrett: Thanks for taking the time at last night's meeting to provide background information on the application submitted to change the official plan designation and zoning for the lands currently occupied by the Walser Funeral Home and the properties on Becker Street. I will be providing a formal written submission in the near future. However, in the meantime, here is the link to the PBS program "10 Parks That Changed America" that I referred to in our earlier conversation and again last night. http://www.i)bs.org/program/ten-that-changed-america/10-parks-changed-america/ I had no difficulty viewing this program from my residence computer. So, there' shouldn't be any restrictions for people viewing in Canada. (I also forwarded the link to Scott Davey and he had no problems viewing it either.) If you have difficulties, try pasting the link directly into your browser or viewing from home. Your office may have software that automatically blocks streaming from sites that are not explicitly designated as acceptable. Note that there are two other programs in the series, "10 Towns That Changed America" and "10 Homes That Changed America", that people specializing in planning may also find interesting. Regards, Michael P.S. My short answer to the first question on your comment form is "urban forest". Page 151 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Michael Bean Sent: Sunday, September 17, 2017 6:26 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Scott Davey Subject: Application OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Garett: I came across the attached background document "Developing a Sustainable Urban Forest Program", which was prepared by the City of Kitchener's Operations Environmental Services, Infrastructure Services Department earlier this year. If you have not already read this document in its entirety, I would strongly encourage you to do so. Here is the link: http://www.kitchener.ca/enllivinginkitchenerlresources/urban-forest/background-document---developing-a- sustainable-urban-forest-program final -march -17-2017 .pdf This document raises many important points including the need to protect and expand the existing urban forest. It clearly points out that mature trees are significantly more valuable than recently -planted ones and states that efforts should be made to preserve them. (See "Quick Fact #2" on page 13.) It also notes that 56% of Kitchener's urban forest is on privately -owned property and suggests that the city "use tools (i.e. bylaws) to maintain, protect and enhance the urban forest" (page 34). I think this document and others on the City's website related to the protection and promotion of the urban forest are very relevant for the official plan and zoning change application submitted by the Walser Funeral Home. . Feel free to contact me if you wish to discuss further. Regards, Michael Page 152 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2017 4:41 PM To: 'Michael Bean' Subject: RE: Response to Application OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Hello Michael, Thank you for your comments - I can confirm that I have received your comments. Thanks, Garett From: Michael Bear Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2017 8:34 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Scott Davey; Sarah Marsh Subject: Response to Application OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Garett: Please find attached my formal response to the application submitted by the Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd. to amend the Official Plan and change the zoning for the subject properties and acquire the Becker Street right-of-way that is currently owned by the City. Feel free to contact me if you would like to discuss my concerns and the reasons that I strongly oppose this application. My contact information is included in the attached letter. I have attached two copies of the letter: the original PDF version and a scanned version with my signature. Please keep me informed of all future developments related to this application. Regards, Michael Bean P.S. Sarah - I am cc'ing you because the properties in question, although in Ward 1, border on Ward 10 and are at the gateway to the downtown area, so decisions made with respect to this application will have an impact on your ward as well. Feel free to contact me if you wish to discuss my concerns further. 1 Page 153 of 291 ,Y�Ql.0 ll ]LCVC I M)LL(WillLU M I I C I.Ld ' Dear Mr. Stevenson; Re: Application by Henry Walser Funeral. Ltd. to amend the Official Plan and change'the zoning for 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44 and 48'9ecker Street, and to acquire. Becker Street north of Fife from the City of Kitchener, (OP1/003/F/GS,;ZC17/010/F/GS) I am,writing to advise you that l strongly oppose the application by Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd. to: ® amend the. City. of Kitchener's Official Plan to change the land use designationfor the subject properties from Mixed Use and Low Rise Residential to Commercial; g change the zoning for the. properties currently zoned Residential Six (R-:6) with Special Use Regulation 362U to Commercial Residential Two .(CR -2) with Special Use'Provision 268U, and ® have Becker Streetnorth of Fife Avenue declared surplus, closed andtold to'the applicant forthe purpose of demolishing the existing residential.structures and mature trees on the Becker Street properties, constructing an addition to:the existing funeral home, and constructing.a large surface -level parking lot with space for approximately 200 vehicles, am strongly opposed to the application for the following reasons: ® The proposal as currently put forward,would have a materially adverse impact on the only pedestrian, cyclist and transit link (Frederick Street) between Downtown Kitchener and the neighborhoods east of the expressway,, as well as a materially. adverse impact on Krug Street; which is the only other pedestrian link between the neighborhoods east and west of the expressway.l In particular, the proposal would 1 There are only four streets in Kitchener that link the neighborhoods east and west of the expressway: Victoria, Frederick, Krug and Ottawa. Victoria and Ottawa 5tmets.are arterial roads that are designed to dandle large volumes of traffic; neither street is pedestrian -friendly or cyclist -friendly, and this is not expected to change for the foreseeable future. 1 Page 154 of 291 o exacerbate rather than help to mitigate the barrier that the expressway already creates between the neighborhoods east and west of the expressway, o discourage people east of the expressway from using the new LRT or going downtown even though for many people in the neighborhood, the Frederick LRT stop is only a 20- 30 minute walk away, and a discourage people in the neighborhood immediately east of the expressway from patronizing the natural commercial hub for the area (Frederick Street Mall), which for most people is only a 5-10 minute walk away, and instead encourage them to get in their cars and drive to a more distant commercial hub. The proposal as currently put forward would have a materially adverse impact on the environment. In.particular, it would o result in the destruction of a number of houses and large, mature trees, which serve to clean the air, moderate the air temperature, reduce the risk of flooding and provide a noise barrier, important functions given the proximity of the surrounding properties to the expressway, the direction of the prevailing winds (west to east) and the fact that the expressway passes over Krug Street, and o replace them with a large surface -level parking lot, which has no such environmental benefits and would in fact create an urban desert. The proposal as currently put forward does not meet the higher standards that should be expected of proposals involving the acquisition of public assets. o Proposals to acquire publicly -owned land for redevelopment purposes, particularly land that is as strategically -located as this, must demonstrate a clear benefit to the public. o In the downtown area, the City has used the sale of City -owned land as a means of spurring innovative, high-quality, mixed -used development that promotes walking, use of public transit, and opportunities for living and working in the same area; City -owned property has not been sold (and would not be sold) to private interests for the sole purpose of constructing a large surface -level parking lot. o Given the proximity of the area to the downtown (20 -minute walk) and its strategic location, the same standard should be applied. o The Becker Street right-of-way should only be sold to a developer with an innovative redevelopment plan that is aligned with the City's long-term objectives and fully realizes the potential of this strategically -located site. The proposal as currently put forward would set a bad precedent for future redevelopment in the area. o A number of the residential properties along Frederick Street and in the block bounded by Frederick, Bruce, Ephraim and Ann Streets are candidates for redevelopment. o Redevelopment that supports walkability, use of transit, and living, working and accessing services within the same neighborhood should be encouraged. o However, approval of the.current proposal would send the message to other developers that car -centric developments with 200 -space surface -level parking lots are appropriate for the area, which would eventually turn Frederick Street into another Victoria Street. Page 155 of 291 o. The City's ownership of Becker Street. is a valuable option that should not be squandered on the construction of:a large surface -level parking lot; but should be used to promote the development of a.bona fide mixed-use hub on,the'periphery of the downtown. e The proposal as.currently put forward isnot consistent withthe City of Kitcheners pedestrian. charter. In particular; itis not consistent with thefallowing provisions: o "create walkable communities by giving high planning priority to compact, human -scale and mixed land o, "supportand. encourage the planning, desigrrand development of a walking environment in public and private spaces (both exterior and interior) that meets the travelneeds of pedestrians",and <0 "ensure that residents' access to basic commUnity amenities and servit ' does not depend on car ownership ar public transit use. . The ;proposal as currently,putforwnd isnot consistent with`the protection, maintenance and enhancehient of Kitchener's urban forest, which the City ofKitchener has'identif ed as an , important objective. o See, for example, the March 17; 2017 background document 'Developing a Sustainable Urban Forest Program" prepared by the City of Kitchener's operations Environment Services, Infrastructure Services Depart mentand section 4.1 of the City's Strategic Plan (2015-2018), which identifies the urban forest as a strategic initiative. m The proposal as currently put forward would generate high volumes of vehicle traffic'on Becker, Fife, Ann and Bruce Streets and impede the access of emergency°vehicl"es to residences on these streets, many of Which house elderly people. o The. proposal calls for a large surface -level parking lot encompassing all the properties along Becker Street north'of Fife Street; including the existing Becker Street right -of - Way, with an entrance at the corner of Becker and Fife Streets. o Vehicles exiting the parking lot would either travel along Becker Street or Jf they are headed for the expressway, take Fife Street: and turn.at either Ann or Bruce Streets. o Unlike the traffic associated witha. medical building, for example, the traffic associated with a funeral home comes inwaves, e.g., at the beginning and ending of funerals or visitations. During these times, Ann, Fife, Bruce and Becker Streets are likely to become clogged and inaccessible to the people who livethere. o Absentsignificant on -street parking restrictionson Ann, Fife, Bruce and Becker Streets; visitors to the funeral home would continue to park on.these streets, with the result that the homes on these streets would be effectively inaccessible to emergency vehicles ,such as ambulances/paramedics during times when large numbers of vehicles are entering or leaving the funeral home parking lot. o As there are funerals and visitations held virtually every day of the week, often several times a day, this would be a daily problem: ® Changing the land use designation in the Official Plan to Commercial isnot necessary. 3 Page 156 of 291 o The Mixed Use designation, which is the current land -use designation for the existing funeral home property, already allows for the operation of.a funeral home. Changing the designation to Commercial is not necessary, o Only the land -use designation for the Becker Street properties, currently designated Low Rise Residential, would need to be changed to proceed with the proposal, and'the change would only need to be to Mixed Use. o Land use designations should be set based on what is best for the community, not just to maximize the resale value of a particular owner's property. a Any future owner of the subject properties contemplating development that falls outside the boundaries of the Mixed Use designation should have to apply for and justify changing the land use designation to Commercial. The Henry Walser Funeral Home has been successful and grown substantially since its beginnings in the early 2000s. This success is to be congratulated. The funeral home has already expanded its operations and parking lot once in the current location during the past 10 years and now seeks to expand again, effectively doubling the size of its current building and parking lot. It is understandable that, as a successful business, it would wish to continue expanding. However, there comes a time in the life of every successful business when it outgrows its current location and needs to relocate elsewhere. It is becoming increasingly clear that this time has come. Given that funeral homes are primarily visited by people in cars from across the entire city and region, they are not really well-suited for a neighborhood hub that is intended to promote walking, use of public transit, and opportunities for living and working in the same area. A better location for such a'large funeral home would be on an arterial road such as Victoria Street or Ottawa Street. There are many locations on Victoria Street that would provide excellent access to the expressway and have ample space for current and future needs. The Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd. is planning to make a substantial investment in its business and clearly has the financial resources to do so. Rather than attempting to expand in a location that it has clearly outgrown, it would be better for it to direct its investment to a location that is more suitable. I appreciate your bringing this application to my attention. I trust that you will give these comments careful consideration. Feel free to contact me if you wish to discuss any of these comments further. can be reached by telephone at. or by postal mail at the return address on this letter. Please keep me informed of all future developments related to this application. Sincerely, Michael Bean cc: Councilor Scott Davey, Ward 1, scott.daveyftkitchener.ca Councilor Sarah Marsh, Ward 10, sarah.marsh(a)kitchener.ca 4 Page 157 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Michael Bean Sent: Friday, September 18, 2020 4:33 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Circulation for Comment - OPA/ZBA (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street) Garett, Thank you for sending this notification. I will review it carefully and provide a formal objection. However, based on what I have read thus far, I think it is outrageous for Mr. Walser to want to locate a crematorium in a residential neighborhood. The revised official City Plan indicates that such facilities belong in a Heavy Industrial Employment Zone. As I stated in my original letter of objection, I think it is clear that Mr. Walser has outgrown the current location and he should be relocating his business elsewhere. Based on the direction in which he wishes to take his business, this should be a Heavy Industrial Employment Zone. Regards, Michael From: Garett Stevenson[mailto:Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca] Sent: Wednesday, September 16, 2020 4:54 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Circulation for Comment- CPA/ZBA (507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street) Hello, Please see my letter attached. If you have previously provided me with your mailing address, you will also receive a hard copy in the mail. We are having some delay in posting the materials online — I hope that is resolved tomorrow or Friday. Thanks, Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Senior Planner Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 TTY 1-866-969-9994 garett.stevenson@_kitchener.ca 4 5 91" 0 e Fic )�"' Residents are encouraged to visit kitchener.ca/covidl9 for the most up-to-date information about City services. Page 158 of 291 Dear Mr. Stevenson, Re: Revised Application by Henry Walser Funeralitd. to amend the Official Plan:and change the zoning for:507 Frederick Street,'40, 44 and 48 Becker Street (OP17/003/F/GS, ZC17/010/F/GS) I am writing to advise you °.that 'I.oppose`in the strongest possible terms the'.most recent application 'by: Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd. to: ® amend the City of Kitchener's Official Plan to change the land use designation for the subject properties to Commercial and. add a special policy to permit the construction and use of a crematorium on these properties, and ® change the zoning for the subject properties, including those currently zoned Residential Six (R- 6) with Special Use Regulation 362U, to General Commercial (COM -2) with Special Use Regulation 268U for the purpose of demolishing the existing residential structures on the Becker Street properties, constructing a large surface -level parking lot, and constructing a crematorium. In my letter to you dated October 10, 2017; 1 explained why l strongly opposed the original proposal. The reasons that l gave in that letter are still valid, and so in the interest of brevity, l will not repeat them here. Instead, I will focus on the most serious` problem with the revised application, which is the request to construct a crematorium on these properties. Simply put, this is an outrageous proposal that is incredibly `disrespectful'of the people who live in this neighborhood and the extensive work that the City has done over the past several years to develop a new zoning by-law, which City Council approved last year. It is also very disturbing that proposal like this would be put forward during a global pandemic when people are focused on the health, safety, and financial well-being of their families, and it is very concerning that so few people received notification of it. - Page 1 of 5 Page 159 of 291 Background In 2019, the City of Kitchener passed a new zoning by-law governing zones that can broadly be described as mixed use (MIX), commercial (COM), employment (EMP), and institutional (INS). Given the number of significant changes to the zoning categories and permitted uses in the new zoning by-law, it is reasonable to assume that: ® City staff spent a significant amount of time developing the framework for the new by-law, ® the permitted uses within each zoning category were determined using a structured process, and ® the by-law reflects the most up-to-date thinking of City planners regarding which uses should be permitted in which zones. In the 2019 by-law, funeral homes are permitted uses in the Institutional zones (INS -1 and INS -2) and Commercial zones COM -2, COM -3, and COM -4. Based on the 2019 by-law, the City rezoned the property where the existing Henry Walser funeral home building is located (507 Frederick Street) as General Commercial (COM -2). According to the 2019 by-law, "the purpose of this zone is to accommodate retail and commercial uses within the City's Urban Corridors and Community and City Nodes". By contrast, the 2019 by-law only allows crematoriums to be located in the Heavy Industrial Employment zone (EMP -3). Moreover, in the regulations that accompany the permitted uses, the by- law states that a crematorium "shall not be located within 250 metres of a residential use, a day care facility, elementary school, secondary school or a post -secondary school or a lot zoned to permit a residential use, a day care facility, elementary school, secondary school or a post -secondary school". According to the 2019 by-law, "the purpose of [the EMP -3] zone is to accommodate industrial uses, including noxious uses, on lands that are separated from sensitive land uses." For context, other uses that are only permitted in the EMP -3 zone include "adult sex film theatre", "outdoor recycling operation", "propane facility", and "salvage or scrap yard". The 2019 by-law defines noxious uses as "the use of a premises which from its nature, or from the manner of carrying on same, causes or is liable to cause a condition which may become hazardous or injurious with regard to health or safety of any person, including but not limited to the escape of any destructive gas or fumes, dust, objectionable odour or noise, or a contaminant (as defined by the Environmental Protection Act)". Crematoriums are facilities whose sole purpose is to incinerate human corpses and the caskets in which they are contained. By its very nature, cremation results in toxic emissions being released into the atmosphere. These emissions are particularly hazardous for people with respiratory problems and compromised immune systems. City planners clearly understood this and decided that such a facility should not be located where people live or students go to school. Page 2 of 5 Page 160 of 291 Reasons That the Application Should Be Rejected There are many reasons that the' application. of:HemWalser Funeral Home Ltd. to construct a crematorium on the subject properties should.be rejected. However,,in this letter; I will highlight the following four: 1. The,City just enacted anew by-law that restricts crematoriums to properties that are zoned .. Heavy Industrial Employment (EMP -3) and are located away from people live and students go to school. Allowing a crematorium to:be constructed on the subject.properties would undermine.the credibility of the. new bylaw and the:planning process at a time,When the City is'being transformed and a principles -based approach to planning is needed to guide that ` tra'nsfo'rmation. 2. Special Use, Regulations should not be:used to modify the zoning of a property.in a waythat is contrary to the stated purpose of the property's zoning category,. They should only beusedto. . modify the: pro party's zoning in; an.incidental.way. Allowing crematorium to be.built;on.a property that is zoned Commercial or:Institutional .is not an incidental modification. . 1 The Rosemount neighborhood is a perfect example of what planners refer toas "the:missing middle", i.e., neighborhoods with a variety of housing options ranging from single-family detached to low-rise multiplexes that support walkability, local retail, and the use. of public transit. Allowing.a, crematorium to be constructed on the subject properties wound send the :. . message that the .City is not really serious about encouraging the development or sustainability of such neighborhoods. 4. The Walser Funeral Home does not need to locate a crematorium on the.subject.prope:rties. ;If.:it wishes to enter the cremation `business, it Can build a crematorium elsewhere on a property that. is zoned for that purpose and transport remaih that are to be cremated to that location in the, same way that it transports remains that are to be. buried to a cemetery. New By-Iow,Restricts Cremotorium.s to EMP -3 Zone . The drafters of the new by-law placed crematoriums in the -same zoning category as outdoor recycling operations,:propane facilities; and salvage orscrap yards, and with good reason. All these facilities are. potentially hazardous to the environment and the health and safety of people nearby. Moreover, the . drafters added a regulation to prohibit crematoriums from being located within 250 metres of a residence or school even if the property was zoned EMP -3. Hence, it is clearthat the drafters did not believe that a crematorium should be located anywhere near a residential neighborhood or commercial or institutional area. To permit the construction of a crematorium where the Henry Walser Funeral Home is currently located, planners would have to acknowledge that the framework they used to draft the new by-law was flawed Or the way in which it was applied to assign uses to Zoning categories Was flawed. `Either way, the planning department's credibility would be undermined at the very time in the City's evolution when a principles -based approach to planning is needed more than ever. Page 3 of Page 161 of 291 Special Use Regulations Are Not Intended to Permit Uses That Are Contrary to a Zone's Purpose The applicant has requested that the subject lands be zoned General Commercial (COM -2) with a Special Use Regulation to permit the construction and operation of a crematorium, effectively circumventing the requirements that a crematorium be located on property zoned Heavy Industrial Employment (EMP - 3) and be at least 250 metres from residences or schools. However, Special Use Regulations are not intended to be used in this way. Special Use Regulations should only be used to modify a property's zoning in an incidental way, not in a way that is contrary to the stated purpose of the property's zoning category, as doing so undermines the principles -based framework of the by-law. The stated purpose of the General Commercial zone is "to accommodate retail and commercial uses within the City's Urban Corridors and Community and City Nodes". By their very nature, such uses will attract people. However, by placing crematoriums in a zone whose purpose is "to accommodate industrial uses, including noxious uses, on lands that are separated from sensitive land uses", the drafters of the new by-law made clear that crematoriums do not belong in places where groups of people are expected to congregate. The Existing Neighborhood is a Perfect Example of the "Missing Middle" That Planners Advocate Planners and urban design experts have been advocating that cities focus on developing neighborhoods that make up what is called "the missing middle". These are neighborhoods with a mixture of low-rise housing types (single-family detached, duplex, triplex, and multiplex) that support walkability, local retail, and the use of public transit. The Rosemount neighborhood is a perfect example of the type of "missing middle" neighborhood that planners and urban design experts advocate. It has a mixture of low-rise housing types, a number of independent retailers, and does not require a car to get around. In fact, I know of many residents who do not own a car at all and walk or use public transit to get where they wish to go. Locating a crematorium in this neighborhood would have a materially adverse effect on it and send a strong message that the City is not really interested in sustaining much less promoting "missing middle" neighborhoods. The Funeral Home Does Not Need To Locate a Crematorium on This Site The funeral home does not need to locate a crematorium on this site. If it wishes to enter the cremation business, it can build a crematorium elsewhere on a property that is zoned for that purpose and transport remains that are to be cremated to that location in the same way that it transports remains that are to be buried to a cemetery. Moreover, if it needs to have a "cremation tribute center" to facilitate various rituals immediately prior to cremation, it can locate that center with the crematorium on the separate site. It does not need to have the crematorium or cremation tribute center in the same location as the funeral home. Committal services are routinely conducted at grave sites, after all. Page 4 of 5 Page 162 of 291 In summary, there is no valid reason for permitting a crematorium to be constructed on the current site of the Henry Walser Funeral Home or adjacent lands, and no valid reason for changing the zoning of the properties: on Becker Street to General Commercial for the purpose of demolishing the existing residential structures and building a large surface -level parking lot. The Walser Funeral Home does not need to 1ocate a' rematorium.on these properties. If it wishes to enter the cremation business, it can construct a, crematorium in a different location with the proper zoning for that. purpose:.If.it is not willing to*separate the crematorium from the, funeral home, then the Walser Funeral Home needs to move its entire operation elsewhere. It has become increasingly clear that the Walser Funeral Home has outgrown itscurrent location, and will need to relocate at some point in the future.. With that in mind, l believe that the best course of. action wouldbe for the City to reject the entire proposal. and assist the WaIser'Funeral Home infind ng a more suitable location for. its operations. This would enable the subject properties to be redeveloped in a way that is compatible.with the surrounding neighborhood and the City's vision for the Frederick Street corridor. Feel free to contact me if you wish to discuss any of these comments further. I can be reached by telephone at 519-569-8958, by email at, or by postal :mail at the:return address on this letter. Please keep me informed of all future developments related to this application. Sincerely, Michael Bean cc: Councilor Scott Davey, Ward 1, scott.davey kitchener.ca CouncilorSarah Marsh, Ward 10, Sarah.marsh kitchener.ca Page 5 of 5 Page 163 of 291 Thank you for.participating in the virtual Neighbourhood Meeting (NM) for the Official Plan and Zoning. By -.law Amendment applications application for Henry Walser Funeral Home. (507 -Frederick Street) held on November 23, 2021. Here are the next steps: hiaticeafdere@oprnent t I�e19MOn Good 56�66�mmsaivaatn�ga�fepd6ac9cin idertm uUnc'sCdeEasian k'rsentamdfeedback 2�� infaTmatian �anati�eare�mmanendatienin6ecaaside Qed `�? coommunicatedback to °� requested semiamhold 6YPiamningCmm�mittu,"dCRY(apincil ��eesideni5�ra6opartlucBpa9E� 1mum6o�n9a06amsessomros 1 Page 164 of 291 I have updated the City's website with the presentation from the meeting (takes a few days to update), as well as a recording of the meeting, which can be found online at www.kitchener.ca/pianninggppi!catlons. We know it is important for community members to be involved in decisions that affect them. In order to better serve the community, we would like to understand who currently participates in City -led engagement activities related to development services (e.g. urban planning, transportation planning, engineering, economic development). Please complete a short survey: G�ttros://air.en�a�ewr.c�/enoa�enraent-s�arve�f-�iannln�fl. We will use this information to help develop new engagement strategies that reach all members of our community. Thank you for your participation at the meeting and for your comments and questions on this application. I will evaluate the comments received to date and will be in touch on the next steps for engagement. Sincerely, Garett Garett Stevenson, SES, RPP, IVICIP Manager of Development Review I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 garett.stevenson agkitchener.ca N.V21 �e 4 U Residents are encouraged to visit kitchener.ca/covid19 for the most up-to-date information about City services. Page 165 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Patricia Bellamy _ Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 10:38 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Walser Funeral Home/Crematorium Good evening Garett, I wanted to share my feelings around the proposed request for a zone change to build a crematorium at the Funeral home on Ann St. in Kichener. I am a resident in this neighbourhood for many years and feel a crematorium doesn't belong so close to our homes. I also worry that a crematorium so close to our home will bring down our property values. I also fear the smell could take away from our enjoyment in our yard. This is a lovely older neighbourhood and I do not agree with this change in the landscape. Nothing against Walsers and any addition just the crematorium., doesn't fit my residential neighbourhood. Thank you, Bellamy's 1 Page 166 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Julie Bender Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 1:41 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Crematorium Hi Garett, Thank you! I appreciate how after some phone tag we were able to connect. At times it is easier to say something verbally than to try and write a novel in an email. My name is Julie Bender. My cell as you know is My home info is: I truly am thankful how there is transparency and open dialogue to include not only nearby residents but everyone (school boards, retailers, people living beyond borders)! Living in this neighborhood is fantastic! As an example, it takes me 5 min to walk to Henry Walser Funeral home. It's established, it is a mature hood and we really are central to everything. I'd like to provide you with a personal email you can use for your records (besides having my work email Thank you again for your time. Julie Bender Conestoga Official Disclaimer: This email and any attachments are for the sole use of the intended recipients and may be privileged or confidential. Any distribution, printing or other use by anyone else is prohibited. If you are not an intended recipient, please contact the sender immediately, and permanently delete this email and attachments. Page 167 of 291 1 Page 168 of 291 4) Putting a crematorium on site will have a significant negative impact on our surrounding neighborhood. My understanding is that the City wants to promote neighborhoods that are "walkable" and with a variety of low-rise housing types. Our Neighborhood is currently exactly what The City is trying to promote. If re -zoning is passed thek message the City is sending is not what they say they are promoting. 5) 1 am also concerned about the effect it will have on re -sale of our property ....... Would you or the decision makers want to purchase a house with a crematorium in your backyard? I would not purchase. Kelly Best Page 169 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: sunny owl > Sent: Saturday, October 3, 2020 1:43 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Zone Change Application for Henry Walser Funeral Home Re -Circulation of Amended Applications Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral.Homes Ltd. Leeann Marie Walsher, Henry James Walsher 254470 Ontario Ltd. 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON I would like to voice my concerns with regards to the proposed above -noted changes to the Plan and Zoning By -Law for crematorium/cremator in the new portion of the building at Henry Walsher Funeral home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON. As I reside in the neighbourhood directly behind the funeral home, I am concerned of the overall feeling and visual implications as as well as any associated smell that would occur when the cremator is in use. I feel that as this is primarily a neighborhood with young families, it is important to keep the integrity of the neighbourhood as residential. And, adding this crematorium would create an industrial environment which would undermine the over all residential feel of the neighbourhood. Therefore, please accept my application to reject the amendment of the Official Plan and the Zoning By-law for these changes to 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, ON Please keep me informed of any next steps and/or any future opportunities to provide input with regards to this application. Here is my contact information: Shelly Bowman Best Regards, Shelly Bowman Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android Page 170 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Esther Braun > Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 9:13 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser - re -zoning To Garrett Stevenson This email is to express my concern and objection to the Henry Walser Funeral home putting in a crematorium. I have lived on Becker Street for over 25 years, I know the neighbourhood well, but in no way will support the re- zoning of that area to allow for a crematorium. That type of service has no business in being " in or anywhere close " to a residential neighbourhood. The zoning should not be changed ! If it weren't for Covid, I would be expressing these feelings loud and clear in person, in that the City should not allow a crematorium of any type or form to be operated on that property. Please note my objection as being "completely and totally opposed " to allowing this. What the resident's of this neighbourhood agreed to over 20 years ago, was for a funeral home only, nothing more. If he thinks he still needs a crematorium let him build it somewhere else. NOT in Favour ! Esther Braun Kitchener, ON Esther Braun Email: i Page 171 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Roger Braun Sent: Thursday, October 8, 2020 8:11 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Walser Proposed Expansion Hello, We just wanted to voice our opinion that we are quite shocked at the turn of events and will NOT BE SUPPORTING A crematorium just a few hundred feet from our home where we live. Roger Braun Thank you, Roger Braun Page 172 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Jessica K Braun Sent: Thursday, October 8, 2020 8:44 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Home Zoning Dear Garrett Stevenson, This email is to express my concern and objection to the installation of a crematorium at Henry Walser Funeral home in Kitchener. I have lived on Becker Street for my entire life, I know the neighbourhood well, but in no way will support the re- zoning of that area to allow for a crematorium. That type of service has no business in being " in or anywhere close " to a residential neighbourhood. The zoning should not be changed! Please note my objection as being "completely and totally opposed " to allowing this. NOT in Favour ! Jessica Braun Kitchener, ON Page 173 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Bev Drobot Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 6:01 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Zone Change Application - Henry Walser Funeral Home Dear Mr. Stevenson, I received the letter regarding the revised plan for the Walser Funeral Home. I am a tenant at 127 Ann St in Kitchener and my concern would be the environmental impact a crematorium would have in a residential area. I understand there could be greenhouse gases, mercury and other harmful chemicals emitted into the air. There is also a creep component to having bodies being cremated in my backyard. Mr. Walsers also owns the apartment building I live in and would appreciate knowing if there has been an application submitted to rezone this address I would like to remain on your mailing list and added to your email list Regards, Bev Drobot Kitchener ON Page 174 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 11:17 AM To: 'Jessie .' Subject: RE: Proposed Crematorium Hello Ms. Eulenberg, Can I please have your full mailing address so I may ensure you are circulated on future notices for these applications? Thanks, Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 garett.stevenson@kitchener.ca Residents are encouraged to visit kitchener.ca/covid19 for the most up-to-date information about City services. -----Original Message ----- From: Jessie . > Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 8:50 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Proposed Crematorium Hello Garett, I am a resident on Hohner Avenue in Kitchener (about 1 km from Henry Walser Funeral Home). Since I do not live in the area surrounding the funeral home, I did not receive any information about this. I feel that my family is still quite close to the proposed crematorium, and I have some concerns about this operation in our neighborhood. I. have to admit that I do not know a lot about crematoriums. But, my logic tells me that the air quality, smell and noise will be a concern for all of us living in the area- especially, the air quality and potential for harmful emissions. Do you have any environmental reports about the environmental/health impact of living near a cremation facility? If crematoriums were limited to industrial areas, why is this rezoning allowed to go through? And, of all places, why in the middle of the city in a neighbourhood? respect this funeral home, and I think they do great work for our community. But I think they can continue to use the City's current cremation facilities. I would love to hear more and encourage you to share the news of this rezoning with the community. Yours truly, Jessie Eulenberg Page 175 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Little Fairey _ Sent: Tuesday, September 29, 2020 1:01 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry walser proposed crematorium Hi. I have lived in this neighborhood for 32 years. I would not want this plan to move forward. Worried about smell and toxins in our RESIDENTIAL neighborhood Karen Fairey Page 176 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Liz Feil Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 12:28 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Scott Davey Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Crematorium Proposal Dear Mr Stevenson, I'm writing this letter in response to the information we have received about the application by Henry Walser Funeral Home to add a cremator to his building. We did know that he had acquired land and applied to expand the building for more rooms and more parking spaces. However since we are out of the 120 meter range needed, we didn't know about the application for the crematorium to be added as well. My husband, daughter and I are not in favour of this. He is a very smart businessman knowing he only had to inform those directly around him. Now we have received a letter in our mailbox from him inviting us to a meeting on October 27th with guest speakers from the cremator company and environmental consultants with which he has had contact. He will also discuss plans and take questions after their input. My husband grew up in this house and so has seen many changes in the neighbourhood in his 61 years. He grew up smelling Westons bread baking where his father worked. Our children enjoyed the same as we still do. However, our kids also experienced playing soccer at Bechtel Park when Parkview Cemetery was performing cremations. The smell was very unpleasant. I can appreciate that Henry Walser wants to incorporate all aspects of the industry into his business and all under one roof to save on transport and travel expenses. I have been a nurse for 40 years with the last 18 years in Palliative Care. We realize that many more people are choosing cremation but there are reasons for by-laws and we believe this is one such case. We aren't saying he shouldn't own a crematorium, but it should be in a separate building away from the residential neighbourhood. We don't believe that in this case that there should be an exemption made to the by-law. This wasn't any part of the proposal when they applied for a family funeral home 20 years ago. There are many buildings around in the industrial areas that they can acquire and install a burner, away from thriving neighbourhoods, schools, shops and parks. We are also concerned about how this will affect our real estate and property values. Alot of people are not in favour of cremation and it still is not widely accepted. We get many calls a year asking us if we want to sell our house as it is a desirable location. Our daughter,who is in her 20's, is looking to buy into real estate in this area and yet Mr. Walser has bought houses that he is going to tear down instead. We are just disappointed that Henry Walser -with whom we have had business with at the funeral home- would, it seems, try to slip in a crematorium into his plans without informing the whole neighbourhood. We are not sure as a family now, that we could have another service there knowing there could be cremations being done in the same building. When we looked at the proposal, we saw as well that he had requested to close the end of Becker Street. We still use that sidewalk beside the expressway to walk the dog and hopefully grandchildren on the way over to Weber Park or to the stores. We were happy to see that that request was turned down. There are enough changes going to be happening in our neighbourhood when the expressway exits are closed for the highway#7 flyover work and expansion. Thank you for your work on this matter. I will be writing to Sarah Coutn to ask to be informed on this proposal. We will continue to be involved as this unfolds. Elizabeth, Brian, and Rachel Feil Page 177 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Chris Fernick Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 11:16 FM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Scott Davey Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser, & 2544770 Ontario Inc Senior Planner Stevenson, Re: Re -Circulation of Amended Applications Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry lames Walser, & 2544770 Ontario Inc. 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street https://www.kitchener.ca/en/resourcesGeneraI/Documents/DSD_PLAN_HenryWaIser---Revised-Circulation-Letter.pdf My Name is Chris Fernick and I purchased a home at year. I have recently been contacted by a neighbour about the planned addition of a crematorium at the Henry Walser Funeral home. I would like to voice my concerns about such practices taking place so close to my home and my neighbours. I am quite distraught by the idea that there will be something like this so close to my home. I was also informed that the city passed a bylaw against having crematoriums so close to other business and homes. If this is the case why is this still being considered? Please consider this to be a protest against this proposed change Thank you Chris Fernick Kitchener ON Page 178 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Glenda Forward Sent: Monday, September 21, 2020 6:34 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fwd: Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS & Zone Change Application ZC 17/010/F/G S Hi Garett Stevenson, I am the property manager for 99 Becker Street since January 2017. [am writing with my comments and concerns regarding this application. The installation of a cremator is of concern for my tenants. We understand the applicants don't think it will disturb the residents, however we do not believe that will be the actual result and therefore are not in support of the application. In addition the expansion requires the elimination of existing housing. The City of Kitchener needs to ensure that residential housing is not eliminated especially given the lack of affordable housing and our homelessness situation. Please keep me advised on this application. Thank you, Glenda Forward, Page 179 of 291 Garett Stevenson rom: JOHN GAMBLE:: Sent: Wednesday, October .14, 2020 9:07 PM. To: - Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: Henry Walser Funeral Home OPA%ZBA I'm writing this email to inform you of my feelings about this important issue: We should NOT have crematoria. in a residential neighbourhood, but rather crematoria: need .to be located safely in an industrial area of the city for many reasons. . Before you read the. arguments l have outlined below, allow me to express a major concern. I've just just learned about this proposal from from watching the local, news .item,a short while ago and was not aware of all the other meetings that occurred earlier. Suddenly Flearn that this is coming to a vote during the current Covid 19 Pandemic. We, the residents ,in and around this neighbourhood, have not been able to congregate 'together to discuss this situation., to go, door-to-door to collect names on a petition, nor to discuss this very important issue publicly at this time because of the danger to our 'health that would entail: Not only is it unfair to make this decision now, but one mightnterpret it as an attempt to push this issue through. Notwithstanding the apparent poor timing of this proposal, here are 6 reasons why Crematoria should not be in residential neighbourhoods: ® AIR POLLUTION: A Ouote "The fact that this permit (to build crematoria on site is a funeral home) was approved is surprising because there is strong scientific evidence that crematoriums produce dangerous pollutants which are linked with serious health problems, especially; for children. These pollutants include mercury, dioxins, dibenzofurans, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxide and hydrogen chloride. In 2010, the United States Environmental Protection Agency stated that toxinsare released into the environment through the cremation. of human bodies. The. most dangerous of these is mercury. During the cremation process, the mercury in the body becomes vaporized into. a colorless, odorless gas. Even the new state-of-the-art facility.that Galbreaith-Pickard wants to build is not capable of filtering the mercury vapors out of the exhaust from the smokestack. Mercury is especially dangerous in this heated vaporized form because when it is inhaled, it is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream and carried to the brain and Other Organs. Even very small amounts of mercury can be dangerous. The EPA confirms that there are serious health effects from even low-level exposure to mercury. Young children and unborn babies are the most vulnerable because their brains and nervous systems are still developing. Studies done by researchers at the University of Texas Health Science Center found that close proximity to sources of mercury release were associated with increases in learning disabilities, autism and special education rates. Adults can also develop problems with the brain and nervous system, as well as the lungs, kidneys and immune system." [REFERENCE: Should a Crematorium Be Built in a Residential Neighborhood? [POLL] Ray Rossi Published: April 21, 20141 o ASHES from crematorium emissions: Page 180 of 291 From former complaints from people who lived in areas with crematoriums. "They couldn't figure out what the ash was that kept falling on their back deck. It turned out to be exhaust from the crematorium behind their house." "Down the quiet street in Saanich district, Joe Tanner regularly finds his car and his black Labrador dog covered in white, greasy ash." "Interior Health wanted to avoid these kinds of problems in Kamloops, Mr. Ferguson said, adding that the thinking is that no level of air pollution is safe. "With crematoria, there's very, very little emission control. In fact, there's none in British Columbia. So when you put those reasons together, in our minds, it would be a bad public-health decision to locate a crematorium in a residential neighbourhood," he said." According to Health Canada, elemental mercury from dental fillings doesn't generally pose a health risk, but mercury can change from one form to another in the environment and is most dangerous in a vapour form, when it can be carried by wind currents, staying in the atmosphere for long periods. Since mercury emissions from crematoriums are not monitored by any regulatory body, there is no way to know if they are increasing or decreasing. Cremations, however, are rising steadily in British Columbia. According to the Cremation Association of North America, cremations in the province rose to 78 per cent of deaths in 2004 from 71.4 per cent in 1996. This is well above the Canadian average of 56 per cent in 2004, and for this reason the province should be paying attention, Dr. Willaeys said. There is little Canadian data on the amount of mercury released per cremation, but Dr. Willaeys estimates that Canadian crematoriums were the source of between 110 and 410 kilograms of atmospheric mercury in 2004. [REFERENCE: NB Even though this is an older article, it may definitely may still apply to the situation on hand. Besides which there is no need to worry about these issues to this extent if crematoria are located in industrial areas. TARA CARMAN VICTORIA SPECIAL TO THE GLOBE AND MAIL PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 22, 20071 6 SMOKE: Smoke from crematoriums contain particulate matter, which has been linked to heart attacks, bronchitis, exacerbation of asthma and other respiratory conditions -due to little pieces of ash from human remains. "If operators are trained properly and have an understanding of how to do things the right way, you should very seldom see smoke." But he said even the most experienced crematory operators periodically will encounter issues that result in dark smoke. "Sometimes you can misjudge a situation — the size of the person or the amount of fatty tissue they have, the container. they're in — and it will have an adverse impact,'.' said Nicodemus, who operated a crematorium in Virginia for 34 years. [REFERENCE: 1 t r Residents fired up over smoke pouring from Lake Worth crematorium Page 181 of 291 Thanking you in advance for reading my thoughts, and for keeping me informed as to the progress of this proposal. Marilyn Gamble gamblej@rogers.com On Oct 131 2020.1 at 4.43 PM., Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> wrote. Hello, Please see my circulation letters and Land Use Compatibility study which are posted online (3rd file down): iener.ca/en/planning-an 3 12 Page 182 of 291 I look forward to receiving your comments. Thanks, Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MC1P Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 TTY 1-866-969-99941 garett.stevensonakitchener.ca <image019.png> <image02O.png> <image021.png> <im@ge022.png> <image023.png> <image024.png> <image025.png> <image026.png> <image027.png> Residents are encouraged to visit kitchener. ca/covid 19 for the most up-to-date information about City services. Page 183 of 291 Kitchener, ON December.14, 2020 Garett Stevenson,BES, RPP, MCIP Senior Planner, Planning Division City.of Kitchener Dear Mr. Stevenson: Henry Wa.lser's. rezoning application to expand his funeral,home by,.adding two crematoria and a 112 -car parking lot to his existing facility is, in my opinion, problematic and will not only affect the immediate residential neighbourhood negatively but will seta precedent of rezoning much needed housing into industrial land. It should not happen for many reasons . will outline below.. The Heavy industrial Area designation, smack in the middle of a quiet residential area, will have a negative impact, not only on that particular neighbourhood but also on those neighbourhoods nearby, as well as on the City of _Kitchener in general. This rezoning' classification benefits only one particular business while taking away the beauty and character of the residential areas without giving anything back to the neighbourhood, surrounding neighbourhoods, or even to the city of Kitchener. We are in the middle of areal estate boom. People are wanting to move from. the GTA to areas outside of Toronto such as Waterloo Region. Our competitive edge will be negatively` affected, as we will be presenting an inferior neighbourhood with Henry Walser's addition of ovens, chimneys, and a huge parking lot. Prospective buyers will be repulsed by a mix of housing and heavy industry instead of the quiet and quaint area it now offers with the much-needed desirable mix of single and multiple family housing. Rightly or wrongly, crematoria represent a negative psychological image to many with fear of future odours and emissions and the pollution of our immediate` neighbourhood. Prospective buyers will see an eyesore: Two chimneys and a 112 -car parking lot instead of residential housing. They will see the facility and panic and will not even bother looking into housing in the area. Prospective buyers will be difficult to convince whether or not a crematorium is safe, or is going to smell, be noisy, or is spewing poisonous fumes now or in the future. They will simply turn their backs and look elsewhere. Page 184 of 291 Prospective buyers do not want to live in or near a Heavy Industrial Zone. The 2 ovens and 2 chimneys are NOT going to attract buyers to this area. In the past, in my experience, the trend in our region has been the opposite of this particular situation, where industrial zones are re -zoned in order to in -fill much needed housing. At least two examples come to mind: The corner of Cameron and Weber streets became the home of the Smiles & Chuckles factory in 1964. It was shut down in 1970 six years later. The property was left alone, creating an eyesore for over 20 years until the late 1990's when much-needed condominium townhouses were built and sold (to the relief of homeowners in that area). The former Schneiders Meat Processing Plant was closed in 2015 and sold to Auburn Developments in 2017. This company is known for its redevelopment of the Arrow Lofts on Benton Street and The Barrels Yards community in Uptown Waterloo. The Schneiders Meat project is being spearheaded by a local construction management firm Stonerise Construction. Auburn Developments, a London-based firm, is redeveloping the property. The plans include adding 2800 modern units on that 27 -acre site. The horrible smell and ugly space from the former Industrial Area are gone! These, in my opinion, are the directions our zoning by-laws should be taking us. I did attend the virtual meeting Henry Walser conducted on October 27, 2020 where he discussed the reasons for his expansion plans to build TWO crematoria with a 112 -car parking lot. He came across as a sincere concerned citizen who attempted to allay all fears regarding up to two crematoria. He brought in his "Professionals" to explain how harmless a crematorium addition to his funeral home would be; however, his apparent concern for the residents put up all kinds of red flags for me. The reports provided by "professionals" corroborated the points he wanted to make which, of course, added to the one-sided perspective. He reported that he had not heard of any complaints from other crematorium facilities. This statement seemed therefore questionable and to be expected, of course. Because the facility would be new, the multifaceted incinerating procedure would be clean, efficient and inspected on a regular basis. Safeguards would be in place—a backup system for hydro, etc. Page 185 of 291 However, this procedure is based on:a trust issue which seems feasible only for now. Industrial facilities do not remain new. Things can and do change in time. New personnel in charge ofthe facility can occur. Operating schedules can be changed, and equipment parts can break down due to use and/or human error. Because there are two ovens and two'chimneys involved, there are twice the possibility of problems, mistakes, and human error. The life span of the equipment, according to Henry Walser, is 25-30 years. He could not say what would happen to the facility after that. Current housing in and around the neighbourhood will definitely last longer than those thirty years. Housing can stay the same orcan be renovated. Several questions remain: Would allowing this facility a zone change permit more industrial projects access to the neighbourhood? Although, we were told that the decision would be on a one-to-one basis; the precedent would have already been set. Does allowing special permission for this one funeral home over others suggest that the City of Kitchener is favouring one funeral home over another? Henry Walser did say that he would be providing better service to bereaved families by having a "one stop shop" where they wouldn't have to drive to a crematorium. How is driving to a crematorium any different than driving to a cemetery for a burial? i This specific point made no sense to meas many people are now either having a graveside service or having a "celebration of life" at another time and location whether or not it is a burial or cremation. This new and improved service benefits only his particular cliental at the expense of local residents. The length of time and the working hours of cremation at his facility were brought up. Henry Walser explained that the process takes 90 minutes in duration, but only when needed. He also said that the facility should be done by 11:00 pm, unless a family had no choice but to come in later. He states that he is expecting no more than 5 cremations a day, about 500 over a year. Are there guarantees barring future increase in volumes? Here again, he was downplaying the severity of the situation. In his presentation, he did not talk about the eventual expansion of his business and the probable use of his crematoria. It is conceivable that he would want the crematoria aspect of his facility to expand. He is, of course, thinking of his own future prosperous gains by excluding possible problems residents will have to deal with. Otherwise, why build two crematoria with a 112 -car parking lot? The negative' impact and potential for traffic, noise, emissions, etc. on this small residential neighbourhood is staggering! Can he guarantee -a pollution free operation? The smell emitted from the emissions can be experienced by driving by the crematorium on Victoria Street just before Forewell Rd. which, as it should be, is located in a heavy industrial area. Periodically there is a horrible odour, smelling like burning hair, coming from the facility. One can only imagine horrible smells, smoke, etc. resulting from the breakdown of a modern facility from general wear and tear as Page 186 of 291 well as the aging process. It can only be detrimental to the area. Please note that housing, on the other hand, can be easily fixed or renovated. Indeed, most houses and small apartment buildings in the area well exceed sixty years of age and have been impeccably maintained by their proud owners. How many much-needed housing units will be displaced? Henry Walser provided only a very short time to talk about his expansion and building plan. He briefly informed us that housing would be demolished. He seemed to be sugar-coating his plans by saying the expansion would be done in a "as needed" basis. However, the addition will displace many families in the process. This important issue was sloughed over. Affordable housing will be demolished. The residents will be forced to find another place to live. Both rental and purchased units are now very difficult to find. The stress placed onto these residents would be enormous as scrambling for another place to live within their means may be a difficult task. Affordable housing right now is in a crisis in our region. This situation is exacerbated by expulsion during or after the Covid pandemic. Now is not the time to demolish homes for parking lots. Is this the beginning of industrial expansion in our residential neighbourhood? Although he stated that the crematoria would be limited to his own funeral home, Henry Walser did say that if fellow funeral homes were in need of a place, he would, of course, "help them out". The worrisome issue is that "helping out", could or would eventually grow into another profitable future business endeavour for Henry Walser. One can therefore expect even more pollution, more noise, more traffic, more smells, and more health risks favouring an already profitable business over a well-established, quiet residential neighbourhood. Will residential property values be negatively affected? The issue of present property values going down in the surrounding areas is another major concern. When questioned, Henry Walser evaded the issue by saying that no one had said anything to him, one way or another, relating to property values. He had again deflected the issue and therefore devalued our concerns by changing topics. We have worked hard to maintain the integrity of our homes and neighbourhoods, and find it terribly unfair that Henry Walser would be allowed special permission to benefit only himself and his own business. Please do not allow this unnecessary change to our zoning by-laws. Sincerely, Marilyn Gamble Page 187 of 291 Garett Stevenson This meeting is also being called during this Covid Pandemic.. 1, as well as others, cannot safely go around the neighbourhood discussing this and encouraging people to attend the virtual meeting in order to discuss the expansion and building of a crematorium addition to Henry Walser's Funeral Home Is this meeting then a popularity contest in which the squeakiest wheel wins? If not, then I would appreciate if you would include my December 14, 2020 e-mail to you into your deliberations. Please also include past similar points reported by other neighbourhood residents as found in the "Nextdoor Central Frederick" emails as well as those reported in The Record (Liz Monteiro, Nov.18/21: A crematorium doesn't belong in a neighbourhood, say Kitchener residents). I also feel the email and the announcement card for this meeting is misleading and is quite biased in four main ways: (i) Firstly, the drawing of the proposed crematorium shown does not accurately depict the plans as publicly presented by Henry Walser: The first and then eventually the second proposed chimney is missing! Instead, a beautiful building with these inaccuracies is being presented as truth!! (ii) Henry Walser's.depiction of his plans are shown existing in a very open green area and NOT in the busy residential neighbourhood where his his home is actually located. (By the way, a crematorium as portrayed SHOULD exist in an already designated industrial zone AWAY from any residential neighbourhood.) .(iii) The word "cremator" is a brand new word for Henry Walser - It's a less commonly used term, and, in my opinion, purposely being used to try to soften the emotional impact of the word he had always used in the past, "crematorium". (iv) This particular `notice of proposed development' does not include important information: Henry Walser's name, location and reason for his proposal. 1 Page 188 of 291 To repeat myself, we have all worked hard to maintain the integrity of our homes and neighbourhoods, and find it terribly unfair that Henry Walser would be allowed special permission to benefit only himself and his own business. Please do not allow this unnecessary change to our zoning by-laws. Finally and ironically, one main worry regarding the air quality being negatively impacted by the crematoriums is now personally problematic to me: Since the beginning of these discussions, my husband's health has deteriorated. He has severe COPD and is currently being assessed to see if he can qualify for a lung transplant. As a result, I am emotionally drained at this time and unable to attend the neighbourhood meeting scheduled for tomorrow evening. Please continue to keep me in the loop. I would like to know the results of the Planning Committee and City Council's decision regarding this issue. Thanking you in advance, Marilyn Gamble Page 189 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Pete Gatto Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 2:55 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Robin Gatto Subject: [EXTERNAL] Comments in regards to ZC17/010/F/GS, OP17/003/f/GS Dear Garett Stevenson; I would like to write to you on my and my father's behalf in regards to Kitchener Zone Change application ZC17/010/F/GS and its amendment OP17/003/f/GS for the re -zoning of land at 507 Frederick street and 40, 44, and 48 Becker street. My father and I moved into in March of 2018 after my father completed his knee surgery and was no longer able to maintain his skilled jobs in the furniture restoration business. Finding this house was a godsend to us as we had finally, after an extremely long search, found a house that was affordable, comfortable, and safe. Since then, it has sometimes been difficult for our household to maintain the money we need, but we manage and we are happy. I work from home full time and we are lucky to have the Canadian government benefits helping us out in terms of my father's unemployment insurance. The threat of losing this house due to the submitted zoning change request would overturn the entire lives of not only ourselves, but the other families living in the remaining houses in this application as well. The act of having to find a new place to live in the current environment, both socially and economically, is a downright terrifying thought due to the lack of affordable, safe, and large enough housing available. An agreed upon settlement given as a "moving subsidy" would also not help to alleviate the worry, as it does nothing to solve the issue of finding a similar place to live. We go above and beyond what is expected in our rental agreement to ensure that the house is maintained on the inside and out, looks pleasant, and continues to stay in a safe neighbourhood. It does not seem fair to be removed from the house due to the desire for additional parking. We have noticed in the last year that the additional parking space that has been added across the road has not been filled to capacity - perhaps it would be more pertinent to purchase another location in the city than to remove numerous families from their homes if more parking is needed down the line. In summation, I believe that this proposal would negatively affect the lives of our family and those in the other houses listed — all of which have families with small children. I would like alternative plans to be considered that do not involve the removal of our homes, especially in such a difficult time as the Covid-19 pandemic. We appreciate you taking the time to listen to our concerns and presenting them to the City Planning council. This issue is important to us and the opportunity to have a voice is crucial. With Best Regards, Peter Gatto & Robin Gatto Kitchener, Ontario Page 190 of 291 CITY OF KITCHENER PLANNING DIVISION 200 KING STREET WEST I KITCHENER As the owners of :. we would like to make our opposition clear to the Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS specific to Special Use Regulation (updating 268U) permitting use of a crematorium/cremator on site. While we value Henry Wasler Funeral Horne as a respected business within the City of Kitchener, and appreciate the land use compatibility study they had Trinity Consultants Ontario Inc. prepared, the proposed changes are still not compatible with the City of Kitchener's Official Plan or Zoning Bylaw. A crematorium/cremator in a commercial zone is not good for city planning and the City's neve Official Pian has guidelines that crematoriums be in Industrial zones for this purpose. It is important that these plans be followed not just for environmental purposes, and because they are close to businesses, but they are also close to residential properties. This crematorium needs to be in an Industrial zone. MICHELLE GINGERICH AMC LARRY HACKBART Page 191 of 291 ON7/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/FIGS I i Walser Funeral Home • �L;iflC.� J tai ;,. Neiahbourhood Information Meeting -Comment Form Please provide your feedback using this comment sheet. Please return (by mail, email or fax) to the address listed below by October 16, 2017. 1. What do youlike most about your community? � i I^ )Q. km UL ' Pke, 0, Vyltirl9 2. What changes would you like to see in your community? r �rc�-1-t c P o o IPrr 3. What aspects about thett proposed development do you like? f_ _�- a+ "�'`ke, J-ewed0pmein+ o 1 �e' f)V)'P. VPS DA nSi b`%; n v)rll 4. What concerns or comments do you have regarding the proposed development? ieS'. n Ua( �s 0 e W` I I Ise i c .I ( -e h4?-- trVkM_( c: �-J+ nch2.xs e o� o n � �e.e �04-h��ii1 ropp vs Z-c� r� i ► c��a 5. What do you think it is the one, sing most important issue foO PlOning staff and Cout4bil to consider for these applications? �- ri' L n .1 —-' - - n,Lnnno An( C 0 AVVI&'norr,f.iI ops Y1A ar)DPdY' OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS 0 be G;VLLI I V eS Page 1/2 wt e co (\ cera\ -P-or -+ke- .��Jv_r6AL I rteiR�bo�.rltieo Garett Stevenson From: doreen groff Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 12:13 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Homes Amendment and Zone Change Application I am responding to your letter of September 16, 2020. As I have stated previously, I am opposed to changing the zoning to commercial. This has been a residential area for many years and changing the properties on Becker Street to commercial zoning changes the whole feel of the neighbourhood. I am not totally opposed to Henry Walser's plans but am concerned that in the future if he would sell the funeral home property we could end up with completely different commercial properties. I am also concerned that removing these homes and having a parking lot will cause more pollution and cause more noise from the expressway. I have already experienced this with the three homes that have already been removed on Becker Street. As for the crematorium addition, I don't think that it would be a great environment problem but it seems like a residential area is not the suitable location for a crematorium. I am concerned that all the changes proposed might affect the value of my property. Henry is a good property owner and has been very informative about his plans for the future but I think an industrial or commercial area would be more suitable. The amount of property he has obtained is considerable and one wonders where it will lead in the future. Doreen Groff Kitchener, On Page 193 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Ashley E Harasym Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 1:26 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Zone Change - Henry Walser Funeral Homes Hello, It has come to my attention about a proposed crematorium and zone change in my neighbourhood of Rosemount. I did quickly review the land use compatibility study that was on the Kitchener website, but wonder the objectivity of that with the Funeral home paying for this service. With a private crematorium being located up the road on Victoria street already (in what would be considered more industrial), what is the need for this to be created in our backyard, a residential community. And 2 stacks to appear? Where has cremation services been happening up until this time? There are two elementary schools just over 1km from the location as well. I think more information should be provided to a wider swath of homes in the neighbourhood and as a property owner, i would not approve of such a change and it does not seem to be in line with the current proposed bylaws. Regards, Ashlev Page 194 of 291 Garett Stevenson MI G 0- Cl Confidentiality Notice: This email correspondence (including any attachments) may contain information which is confidential; privileged; and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. It is intended only for the use of the designated recipient(s) listed above. Any unauthorized use, distribution or disclosure is strictly prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, or have otherwise received this message by mistake, please notify the sender immediately by replying via email, and destroy all copies of this original correspondence (including any attachments). Thank you for your cooperation. From: noreply@kitchener.ca <noreply@kitchener.ca> Sent: Friday, October 23, 202011:51 AM To: Info - Bylaw"Contact List" <Info-Bylaw@kitchener.ca> Subject: New Response Completed for Property Standards Complaint Form 1 Page 195 of 291 Hello, Please note the following response to Property Standards Complaint Form has been submitted at Friday October 23rd 2020 11:49 AM with reference number 2020-10-23-021. ® First name Deborah 6 Last name Harnack ® Phone number ® Email address G Address ® Postal code What is your concern/complaint about the property? I have just read. that Henry Walser intends to build a crematorium in the neighborhood and wish to voice my concerns. I do not want this built in this area. We already have enough toxins to deal with from the expressway exhaust fumes. The noise levels and high traffic that this neighborhood has witnessed over the past 5 years is enough to deal with much less adding a smoke stack and 500 plus.cremations a year. Who would ever want that so close to homes? Enough is enough. They are speeding up and down Dumfries Ave and the city won't do anything about it. The noise levels from the expressway is making it harder to enjoy our backyards and the ministry will not increase the noise barrier. Allowing a crematorium to be added to this mix is over the top. Please do not allow this to take place. If Henry wants this let him buy a property out of town and build it. Please do not say yes to this project. [This is an automated email notification -- please do not respond] Page 196 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Scott Davey - Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2021.8:08 PM To: Judi Hartman Cc: Garett Stevenson Subject: Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: H. Walker proposal Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Hi Judi & Mike, Apologies for the inconvenience. Unfortunately the pandemic has forced changes in how we conduct meetings. 1 would welcome any suggestions but being that we cannot yet meet in groups it greatly limits out options. Regardless... as you have copied Mr. Stevenson, he will ensure your questions are addressed. Respectfully, Scott Davey Councillor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: Judi Hartman Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 20217:46:31. PM To: Scott Davey <Scott.Davey@kitchener.ca> Cc: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitch. ener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re: H. Walker proposal Dear Mr. Davey; My husband and I called in to tonight's neighbourhood meeting regarding the Henry Walser Funeral Home proposal for a crematorium. As we don't have internet access (like many other older residents in this neighbourhood, we are not tech savy) we joined by telephone. We do not appreciate the method or timing for this meeting - it is confusing and inaccessible to many without Zoom - the phone participants don't have the ability to indicate they are at the meeting, see the presentations, follow along with slide shows or ask questions. We are not able to engage. This is disappointing to say the least. As a result, we wish to share the following points: 1. A crematorium requires a `heavy industrial' zoning. our neighbourhood is residential with mixed retail. The city recently spent considerable time and effort to update its zoning bylaw. We do not want the zoning in our neighbourhood changed to include heavy industrial. And what does it say about the bylaw if a business can obtain such an exemption so easily (at the whim of the current council)? Such a precedent could have significant consequences for those living near the business even though we trusted the city zoning bylaw. 1 Page 197 of 291 2. This heavy industrial use will add to the already loud noise levels and heavy emissions from: the expressway, the trains, the airport etc. 3. If this equipment is gas-fired, how does this align with climate change and the city's plans to mitigate the climate emergency? 4. In a housing crisis, removing housing stock to make room for parking and the dead is irresponsible and inconsistent. 5. Mr. Walser's cremations are currently conducted at other sites. According to news reports, he does 700 cremations/year. This proposal would mean we are supposed to give up our health and the enjoyment of our property and neighbourhood 365 days a year so that Mr. Walser's customers are more comfortable and, presumably his costs are lower/profits higher. We feel like the residents are sacrificial Iambs. We have now hung up from the call as we cannot follow the speaker's references to slides etc. We wish to be kept informed of any future public meetings, consultations, decisions etc. Respectfully, Judi and Mike Hartman Sent from my iPhone On Oct 14, 2020, at 12:29 PM, Scott Davey <Scott.Davey@kitchener.ca> wrote: Hi Mike and Judi, Just a quick note to let you know that I've received your email. Thanks for sending your thoughts and concerns on the issue. While it's inappropriate for me to take a position without the benefit of all input, and the staff -report, please know that the points you have raised will be included in the decision. Respectfully, Scott Davey . Councilor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: Judi Hartmar, ' ' > Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 12:20:12 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Cc: Scott Davey <Scott. Davey@ kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] H. Walker proposal Dear Mr. Stevenson; My husband and I live in the Rosemount neighborhood and have become aware of the official plan amendment application and zoning bylaw amendment application to add a crematorium to the Henry Walker Funeral Home, Page 198 of 291 We want to start by saying that we have no issues with the funeral home or crematoriums. However, we do not support these applications. While we do not live immediately adjacent to this business, we purchased our home in this established neighborhood with an understanding of the existing mix of residential and commercial properties and usages which includes single family homes, several small apartment buildings and a wide variety of retail and service sector businesses. Since then, the city has made several significant alterations to our neighborhood eg. the approval of duplexing single family homes; allowing parking on aprons and the boulevards; and the construction of townhouses on Rosemount where single family homes were promised. We did.not expect or anticipate that the zoning nearby would be changed to allow `heavy industrial' use. Crematoriums are classed as 'heavy industrial' according to the city's own bylaws. We also walk within 250 metres of the funeral home several times a day for health and environmental reasons (as do many others). We already experience increased air quality and particulate pollution related to the traffic on the expressway (when the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown happened, we learned 'what the air quality could be like with reduced traffic!): Approving these applications and changing the zoning to 'heavy industrial' sets this area up for further degradation of what was once considered a very desirable neighborhood. In our opinion, approval would'be inconsistent with municipal bylaws, 'heavy industrial' does not fit with the neighborhood (with its pedestrian friendly boulevards, bicycle lanes and mature trees,) and would further erode neighborhood health and property values beyond what would be considered reasonable. We appreciate the opportunity to provide these comments and wish to be kept informed of this process and decision- making. Respectfully, . Mike & Judi. Hartman Kitchener ON Sent from my Phone 3 Page 199 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Linda Haufe Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 4:35 PM To: Garett Stevenson; Scott Davey Subject: [EXTERNAL] Zone Change Application/Official Plan Amendment concerns Dear Mr. Stevenson, Re: Re -circulation of Amended Applications Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd, Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser & 2544770 Ontario Inc. 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street Thank -you for sending your letter advising residents of the Official Plan Amendment application for the Henry Walser Funeral Home property (507 Frederick Street). As a home owner in the area, I have a few questions and concerns that I hope you can help address: 1. You mentioned you will forwarding the Land Use Compatibility Study from Trinity Consultants to the "appropriate agencies" to assist in your review. 1. Who are these agencies? 2. Is there a conflict of interest in that the applicant hired the consultants? 3. Will your review look into the completeness of the report and ensure all facets of Land Use were addressed? 2. As to the new zoning by-laws: 1. Crematoriums are not permitted in the COM -2 zone, will this Special Use Regulation (268U) open up the zone to other uses as well or just crematoriums/cremators? 2. As crematoriums/cremators are allowed in the EMP -3 (Heavy Industrial Employment) zone, does this mean that the zone in question may be changed again? • If so, does this open up the zone to other industrial uses? 3. The new crematorium/cremator is within 250 metres from a residential zone and subsequently against the current by-law. Does this apply to all zones? 4. Does any by-law speak to the auditing, control and reporting processes in place for crematoriums/cremators (for example, ensuring air quality on a daily basis is within acceptable levels)? • If so, would there be consideration to amending these processes to to the proximity of homes/businesses? 3. Environmental and economical impacts: 1. Will the rezoning and location of the crematorium/cremator impact my property value? 2. The Land Use Compatibility Study states an ECA application will be submitted to MECP for review. Will residents be made aware of the results of this review? With that said, I would like to thank Henry Walser Funeral Home for their transparency and including resident's input in their zoning change request. I greatly appreciate their local family run business and in the past have used their services because of this. I also appreciate the growth of their business and addressing the need to expand their business as well as alleviate the traffic congestion on both Ann and Becker Street. Thank -you, Page 200 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Saturday, October 10, 2020 8:53 AM To: 'kendra hilborn' Subject: RE: crematorium Hello Ms. Hilborn, Thank you for your comments. May I have your mailing address please for future City correspondence on this file? Thanks, Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP - Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 garett.stevensonp—kitchener.ca :F t ' E., . Oal-, Residents are encouraged to visit kitchener.ca/covid 19 for the most up-to-date information about City services. From: kendra hilborr. Sent: Friday, October 09, 2020 4:59 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] crematorium Hi Mr. Stevenson, I currently live in the area of the new proposed crematorium in Kitchener. I, like many of my neighbors have deep concerns regarding this in our residential area. I have been doing some research on the smoke, smell, environmental and emotional impact such a business can have on this area. While some say modern systems will control some of the smell and smoke concerns, it is not a guarantee. That alone is cause to stop this application from going through. I hope you consider not granting this application. The negative impact on the neighborhood far out way the benefits to the business.. Sincerely, Kendra Hilborn Page 201 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Ed Hummel Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 12:07 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Your Turn Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Homes Hi We are opposed to the zone changes that would allow a crematorium in our residential neighbourhood. A crematorium is industrial equipment that requires industrial zoning. Henry Walser has changed their zoning request for special use provisions 362U and 268U seems to be a way to try to minimize their effect on the neighbourhood and camouflage the fact that this industrial process will be operating within around 30 meters of a home. Even in Williamsburg the nearest home is 130 meters away. On Fredrick St the prevailing winds are from the north-west direction so any possible pollutants due to everyday use or equipment failure would drift directly into our neighbourhood. When doing a Google search for crematorium, the Henry Walser's company name comes up listed first. It is clear that they have access to cremation from other close by furnaces this side of Kitchener. Financial benefit seems to be their reason for this zone change request not benefit for the neighbourhood. Many religions allow cremations and as a Christian, I believe in it. You should be aware that there are Muslims that are forbidden to take part in the act of cremation in any way, including witnessing the event or even stating approval of it. Homes that are sold here are on the market forjust days indicate that many buyers are looking to live close to downtown Kitchener but not too close. Our neighbourhood provides an alternative to urban sprawl in subdivisions. Please put my Email address on your list for future developments. Thanks Ed & Jane Hummel Page 202 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Ed Hummel Sent: Saturday, November 20, 2021 3:21 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Your Turn; Hummel Jane Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser zone change Hi Garett I disagree with the zone change request for the Walser crematorium. My reasons follow. This request for a zone change is a bad idea. The Rosemount area is a residential not an industrial park. It should not be allowed for several reasons. 1/ It is too close to homes especially on Ann Street and Fife Ave. 2/ It will add noise during the day inside the expressway sound barriers and add to that already noisy situation. 3/ This is an industrial furnace traditionally only allowed in an industrial zoning area. 4/ The smoke stack will add exhaust toward the neighbourhood most days due to the north-west prevailing winds. 5/ There has been much debate about allowing backyard fires on our properties but now the request is asking that a large industrial furnace be allowed. 6/ Henry Walser has been quickly growing a successful business providing cremations at an offsite less sensitive area. That has proved that the present situation without an onsite crematorium is financially feasible for his business. 7/ Home values can be affected especially very close ones. 8/ Home owners who agree with the proposal may be employees of Henry Walser. 9/ What argument will the city and the Rosemount residents have when a second furnace is requested, or even a third one? 10/ There is a "yuk" factor to the burning of human corpses right near our homes. 11/ This does come down to quality of life vs financial gain. ALSO a comment on the info I have received makes no mention of a crematorium or even the possibility of a second one. Should that zoning change requirement be included? Thanks for your attention to this issue. -2456 Page 203 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Danny Jagas Sent: Thursday, November 4, 2021 9:18 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Becker Properties Hi Garett, Are these zoning changes literally taking old houses or triplex and creating more oe larger units? What do they want to do there? I don't undertand all the zoning numbers but I am a teaxher and multi unit landlord and like being informed on what people are doing in our city. Danny Jagas Page 204 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Anne Jung Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 8:48 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser proposal Hello Garett, I recently became aware of Henry Walser's plan to build a crematorium at his Frederick St location. As homeowner at , I am against a crematorium being built in my neighbourhood. I know many people, myself included, who would not want to buy a house in an area with a crematorium. My neighbours feel the same. Let Mr. Walser find an industrial location, not our residential neighborhood. Which brings me to the other point, I also feel strongly against Walser's application for commercial zoning. Leave our neighborhood a residential one. Thank you for listening and gathering comments, Anne Jung and family Kitchener, ON . Page 205 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Sent: Monday, October 12, 2020 10:44 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser funeral home application Hello Garett, My name is Darcy Jewer and I Five on Bournemouth ave near the Henry walser funeral home and I am writing you to let you know that a lot of people living in this area do NOT want this plan for a crematorium to go through. There have been studies to show they can put toxins in the air. "In 2010, the United States Environmental Protection Agency stated that toxins are released into the environment through the cremation of human bodies. The most dangerous of these is mercury. During the cremation process, the mercury in the body becomes vaporized into a colorless, odorless gas. Even the new state-of-the-art facility that Galbreaith-Pickard wants to build is not capable of filtering the mercury vapors out of the exhaust from the smokestack. Mercury is especially dangerous in this heated vaporized form because when it is inhaled, it is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream and carried to the brain and other organs. Even very small amounts of mercury can be dangerous. The EPA confirms that there are serious health effects from even low-level exposure to mercury." It has also been shown that crematoriums in residential neighbourhoods can lower the property value any where from 5-10% Please do not let this happen. Thank you for your time Darcy J Page 206 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Arnie Karnupis Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 7:38 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] crematorium Dear Mr. Stevenson, In regards to the request for permission to build a crematorium on the land at 507 Frederick Street, 40, 44, & 48 Becker Street, I've been a resident and home owner in this neighbourhood for over 57 years and do not want such a business starting up in our back yards. A crematorium should never be allowed to move in to an existing residential area. Sincerely, Arnie Karnupis Kitchener, Ontario Page 207 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Stott Davey Sent: Thursday, November 25, 2021 2:07 PM To: Jane Keller Cc: Allison Remillard; Garett Stevenson Subject: Re: [EXTERNAL] Living in Rosemount Area Hi Jane, Thank you for contacting on these two issues. I'm happy to help. Firstly on the Walser Funeral home issue... we have a much wider notification area than required. I believe it's double (240M radius) but Islington Ave is 40OM-800M away depending on where you live on the street... so you are well outside of the notification area. I have, however, cc'd the Planner on this file to provide you with a link to the recorded meeting, and to include you in future communications in anticipation of this coming to council for decision. On the second item, a quick look at your address shows the city.picks up leaves "as necessary" in your area. I've copied my assistant to confirm, but I believe this means workers will return for a final leaf removal. Respectfully, Scott Davey Councillor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: Jane Keller < Sent: Thursday, November 25, 2021, 9:15 a.m. To: Scott Davey Subject: [EXTERNAL] Living in Rosemount Area Good morning Scott, We love living in the Rosemount area of Kitchener. We chose this area a number of years ago and have no regrets. am dismayed at two things though. We live on Islington Avenue. We follow the protocol for putting leaves out on, the edge of the road. We had leaf pick up ONCE. This was early in the process when hardly any leaves had fallen off trees. Now piles of leaves are still sitting there. These will soon be covered by snow and potentially ice, becoming a hazard. So, when indeed will these leaves be cleared off the roads? In all honesty, trying to follow the City if Kitchener's link on the website is not great! Secondly, the proposal for Henry Walser crematorium in a RESIDENTIAL AREA. Sure, the funeral home borders on an area that is both business and residential but it seems the neighbourhood people have a right to question why here? Seems like a convenience for the funeral home. Does what they are currently doing not suffice? I missed the meeting, again had no idea there was a meeting???? How was it publicized? 1 Page 208 of 291 No announcement appeared in my letter box. There are so many questions surrounding a crematorium in a mostly residential neighbourhood. One cannot control the way the wind blows. So, pollution, odor, etc etc. If this proposal went ahead and issues occur in the future, then what would the City of Kitchener do if major concerns, health hazards occurr? We all know it's hard to undo things after the fact. I thank you for looking into these matters. Jane Keller Page 209 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Marguarite Knechtel Sent: Thursday, October 8, 2020 3:35 PM To: Garett Stevenson; michaelabean@rogers.com Subject: [EXTERNAL] Walser funeral home extension Dear Mr. Stevenson, I totally object to the erection of a crematorium at the Walser Funeral home location on Frederick Street. I live on Edinburgh Rd, just a few streets south and do not want to be near the emissions from said planned crematorium. I also object to the fact, given that I will be in direct line of fumes, obnoxious smells etc., that I had to hear this information from a neighbour and the local newspaper. Notice of this type of addition should have been sent further afield in the neighbourhood than the few metres that are listed in the by-law. Please forward my objections to the City Council. Sincerely, Marguarite Knechtel Kitchener, ON i Page 210 of 291 OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Walser Funeral Home Neighbourhood Information Meeting - Comment Form Please provide your feedback using this comment sheet. Please return (by mail, email or fax) to the address listed below by October 16, 2017. 1. What do you like most about your community? b 2. What changes would you like to see in your community? 2=T 3. What aspects about the proposed development do you like? 4. What concerns or comments do you have regarding the proposed development? -7' 5. What do you think it is the one, single most important issue for Planning staff and Council to consider for these applications? OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GSN/efi4,59VIAC Page 1/2 .:�.-KiTaIF.\`F; Thank you for taking the time to fill out this form. Staff can only consider comments if they include a name and address. Please note that all comments and addresses noted on this form may be used as part of a public staff report; however your name and any other personal identifying information will be kept confidential in accordance with Freedom of Information regulations. Name: a , Signature: Address: Phone: Email: (/ Date:�� . To learn more about the planning process, you can check out the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing's publication Citizens' Guide to Land Use Planning at: http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page338.asr) Please Direct All Questions, Comments, and Forms to: Garett Stevenson ga rett.stevenson@ kitchener.ca City Hall, P.O. Box 1118 200 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4G7 519.741.2200 x 7070, FAX: 519.741.2624, TDD\TW: 866.969.9994 Please complete this section if you attended the Neighbourhood Information Meeting. The City's Planning Division appreciates your input on the meeting as well. 1. 1 found the information to be presented in a clear and understandable manner. (disagree strongly) 1 .......... 2 .......... 3 .......... 4 ....... '(agree strongly) 2. 1 feel that my questions and concerns were heard-�y City staff. (disagree strongly) 1..........2..........3..........4........5 (agree strongly) 3. 1 found the meeting location and time convenient. (disagree strongly) 1 .......... 2 .......... 3 .......... 4 ....... 0(agree strongly) 4. How did you find out about the Neighbourhood Information Meeting? C .Z9 /A 5. Do you have any other comments regarding this Neighbourhood Information Meeting? f /LS 7 i r4 OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Page 2/2 Garett Stevenson From: Rick Kraft < Sent: Sunday, September 27, 2020 9:33 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henery wWakser Amendments Hi Garett Regarding the Henry Walser Amendments application. My wife Heather and I do not have any issues with any of the changes that Henry is proposing! We are 100% behind his business. We do have a question though regarding the public sidewalk. When MTO is all finished with road allowances and moving the sound barrier wall etc. will the sidewalk still be there? It is used a lot and we would like to see it remain. If it a question for MTO could you please send me the contact information so I could inquire with them. Thanks Rick & Heather Page 213 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Heather Meyer -Kraft Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 8:09 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral home Hi I believe that what Henry Walser is doing, is fine. I do not believe that it will have any affect on our area. My greatest concern and I am not sure at what point this needs to be addressed and with whom, is the side walk. From all the drawings I see, it looks like we will lose the walk way on Becker St. to Fredrick. My concern is Henry's parking lot will become the walk way, which could become a safety issue for everyone. I know this is MTO but I am not sure who and when this should be addressed Thank you Heather Meyer -Kraft Kitchener, Ontario Page 214 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Heather Meyer -Kraft <, Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2021 8:07 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Becker St. Importance: High HI Garett Last night I posed the question about side walks on both sides of Becker from Fife to Fredrick. You did not seem to be aware that the city had just sent us a letter regarding the reconstruction of Becker from Fife to Fredrick. (new water etc. the same as what has just been completed from Krug to Fife on Becker) In the letter it said that sidewalk will be put on both sides of the street. I have sent back the letter with my question of this, to Darren Kropf, (Active Transportation Planning project Manager) I feel it is that one hand works against the other. If the MTO is not going to give us a right awayto Fredrick St. what is the purpose of one sidewalk let alone 2? Then it becomes a safety issue for Henry? I too have been dealing with MTO for years, it seems every time I get a name, they change. I would like to know who I also can contact at MTO to voice my concerns. I am the 2,d house after the apartment on Becker and I am very concern about the new roads going through. I would also like to have the contact for the Ontario Ministry environment, to show my support for Henry's plans. Along with, the contact for the region of Waterloo as they also have to approve this as well. Thank you for your time I felt the meeting was very well ran last night. Heather Meyer -Kraft Page 215 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Sunday, November 28, 20214:28 PM To: 'Rick Kraft' Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] Walsheers Hi Rick, I have looked through our records and what I can find: 1987 — Occupancy Permit for a warehouse for International Expeditors 1994 — Occupancy Permit for Tele -Connect for a repair service 2001 — Approvals for a new funeral home Thanks, Garett From: Rick Kraft, Sent: Friday, November 26, 20218:52 AM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Walsheers Good Morning Garett I am wondering if you can help me. Is it possible to find out what a property used to be years ago? I am under the impression that Henry's property used to be a brass foundry many years ago. Is it possible to find out if this was true? I you have to would you please forward this to someone that could answer my question. I am just trying to get true facts. Thanks Rick Kraft 1 Page 216 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Rick Kraft Sent: Wednesday, December 1, 2021 8:19 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] contact info Morning Garett I am in support of Henry Walser's expansion and so are many of my neighbours. I am hoping that you could give me some contact information as to who we could voice our support to. Example the region, the ministry of the environment or anyone else that may have a say in allowing this project to move forward. I appreciate all your help in this matter! Thanks Rick Kraft Page 217 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Kim Larose Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 2:26 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re -Circulation of Amended Applications, Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS , Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. Garrett Please accept this e-mail expressing extreme concern over allowing a Crematorium to be built at the site of Henry Walser Funeral Home. While Henry Walser Funeral Home provides quality service, this addition is highly inappropriate for this neighborhood. It is basically and almost totally residential. I don't understand how this neighborhood could be construed as anything close to a Heavy Industrial Employment Zone (EMP -3) I have lived at for 22 years and do not wish to have the neighborhood compromised. Thank you Kim Larose Kitchener 1 Page 218 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Brittany Swartzentruber on behalf of Internet - Info Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2021 6:08 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: FW: Henry Walser Funeral Home Hello Garrett, We received the below email which is similar to another email about this location when they had asked we forward their feedback to you. Is this a project you are working on and would be able to respond to the resident? Thank you. Regards, Brittany Swartzentruber Customer Service Representative I Corporate Contact Centre (CCC) I Community Services I City of Kitchener P: 519-741-2345 1 F: 519-741-2872 1 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 Brittany. Swartzentruber@kitchener.ca -----Original Message ----- From: noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca <noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca> On Behalf Of Debbie Lorentz Sent: Wednesday, November 24, 2021 6:01 PM To: Internet Info <Info@kitchener.ca> Subject: Henry Walser Funeral Home Hello, when my mom passed away ..one vivid memory I have of the funeral is when we walked out of the church we had to let her go to a crematorium in Waterloo and out of the funeral directors care after he had been with her and us every step of the way, I can still see them pulling away and how it felt. it would definitely give families more comfort to have their loved ones stay at the funeral home they were with and not go somewhere else . Also there will be more and more cremations in the future so why would this be turned down as it is needed I can bet in 10 years we will be looking for another crematorium to handle the amount cremations taking place ! Please pass this as it is needed and I feel people will feel better having their loved one all in one place! Thank you ! Origin: https://www.kitchener.ca/en/council-and-city-administration/council-and-committee-meetings.aspx This email was sent to you by Debbie Lorentz through https://www. kitchen er.ca. Page 219 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Jura Luke < Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2020 11:05 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Zone Change - Crematorium Hello Garett, I am writing to convey our concerns regarding the zone change to potentially allow a crematorium to the Henry Walser property. In now way should this zone change be approved. There are far too many home close by to the property. This neighbourhood should not have to entertain this change. If Henry Walser would like a crematorium as part of their services, they should move to a location more suitable to their business needs. This neighborhood has been high residential since in conception 60yrs ago. It needs to stay this way now that there are many young families that have moved here. In no way should the zoning change be approved to allow a crematorium on the property. Regards, Ljubica and Jura Luke Residents since 1977 Sent from Mail for Windows 10 1 Page 220 of 291 O P 1 -7 ZG 1 F/ 6-S a- C- 1-7 / 0 F1 6-S Muizz Mahamad Kitchener, Ontario. N2N 3M7 Rita Delaney 200 King Street West P.O. box 1118 Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4G7 Date: October 1, 2017 Dear Rita: Me and my wife Wazeefa Mahamad are the owners of , Kitchener, ON. N2B 1M7. I am writing to you in regards to a Zone change application by Walser Funeral Home. We have no issues with the Funeral Home Expanding and the City of Kitchener granting a zone change to the area. However, I don't understand why Mr Walser wants to purchased Becker Street that is beside our property. Purchasing Becker Street will not add any parking space on his lot. The reason. we purchased to live in one of the unit when I retire. Also, if the City of Kitchener grant me permission, we wanted to build a Double Garage with a Double Driveway on the rear of the lot in the future. If the City sold Becker Street to Mr. Walser, I am not sure we can do any future development on the rear of the property. This will also depreciate the value of the property. Mr. Walser is investing for himself and his family future, I have no problem with that, I am trying to do the same. However, if the City of Kitchener sell Becker Street to Mr. Walser, it will affect my investment negatively. Just want you to let you know we do not want the City of Kitchener to sell Becker Street that is located beside our property 1 j, Thank Y A Mui z ahamad Page 221 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: WENDY MCKELLAR Sent: Thursday, October 8, 2020 5:01 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Fw: Crematorium at Henry Walser subject: Crematorium at Henry Walser I am writing about out shock and concern that the funeral home is applying to build a crematorium in out lovely neighbourhood. I have been a resident here for almost 20 yrs and can't imagine it changing in such a way. I walk my dog around the funeral home with my children daily! We cannot have this happen to our neighbourhood, the news has mystified and saddened us. Please make sure this does not happen! Wendy McKellar -James 1 Page 222 of 291 October 16, 2017 Attention: Garett Stevenson RE: OP17/003/F/GS & ZC17/010/F/GS Walser Funeral Home I have a few additional comments 1 would like to submit. First, I am wondering why Mr. Walser would move ahead and purchase three houses (one I know is a triplex with a house attached)on Becker Street with the intent of demolishing and putting in a parking lot when in fact the Official Plan amendment and Zone Change for the land had not been addressed. I understand he would need to own the land to request the zone change, but I feel it is quite an expense to put out when in fact his request could be denied... or is there something he knows that we don't? This is just a speculation on my part. Second, I have some serious concerns about the traffic increase on Frederick and Ann Street should his vision of doubling the size of his business come to light. As you all are aware, a few years back Frederick Street was reduced from 4 lanes to 2 lane to allow for bicycle traffic. This has greatly reduced the flow of traffic and caused increased delays at the Ann Street and Bruce Street intersections. I understand the funeral home main parking lot will be off Becker Street, but I am confident most of the traffic going to his parking lot will be coming off Frederick Street, down Ann St to Fife and onto Becker. This is based on the location of the expressway. Now I also know that when the streets all around Ann, Fife and Becker were being resurfaced, ours were not. Also, the same goes for re -doing the sewers and drains. Ann, Fife, Becker and others will only be getting the pipes "blown out'. Now it seems to me if you are going to have a large increase in traffic on these side streets, it only makes sense that the wear and tear on these streets and its underground facilities will be affected in a very negative way. My final thought is that Walser Funeral Home has outgrown its current space and would like to redesign my neighbourhood to accommodate his need for growth. His business bought homes, tore them down and put in a parking lot just a few years ago and I am wondering if this is something we will be dealing with every five years. If this zone change is approved, Walser Funeral Home will be taking over almost 40 percent of the city block in which I live and is home to many people. I feel instead of the zone change allowing what will become a "big box funeral home" be located in a very high traffic residential area, that he check out other sites to relocate where he will have the room to expand and grow as his needs require. Thank you, CC: Councillor Scott Davey, Ward 1 Page 223 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Karen McKiel Sent: Friday, October 16, 2020 10:04 AM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Scott Davey Subject: [EXTERNAL] Proposed Official Plan & Zoning By-law Amendments 507 Frederick Street and 40,44 and 48 Becker Street To Whom it May Concern: I would like to add my comments to the current proposed in which Mr. and Mrs. Walser are planning for my neighbourhood. This is the second time I have responded to their proposals and based on what I am learning, I feel they are not sure what they really want to do with their land. Originally they want to build a parking lot and own Becker Street. Now they want to build a crematorium on the same site as their funeral home. I wonder what their next plan will be. I have always believed it would be in their best interest to relocate their existing business to an area that can accommodate the EMP -3 Heavy Industrial Employment Zone, which is where the crematorium is allowed to be. To add a special policy in the official plan for a crematorium is a disservice to the residences who call the area home. To allow a local business owner to change existing rules just to benefit himself is not what residents in Kitchener pay taxes for. The rules are made for a reason and to have a crematorium in a mostly residential area goes against those rules. Otherwise I guess I could propose to build a gas station or an adult theatre or even a factory as I have enough property to do it. None of which are a good fit for the area, just like a crematorium is not a good decision. It does not matter to me what his experts say about sound and smell, it is the principal of the matter. I do not want a crematorium built in my backyard. The property value would go down and after spending many years building up the value of my home, it is insane to think a local businessman can alter my future. I would be very disappointed if he was granted permission to add a special policy in the official plan and build a crematorium. I appreciate being kept current with this process. Karen McKiel Kitchener, ON N213 1Y2 Page 224 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Karen McKiel Sent: Tuesday, November 3, 2020 1:16 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Scott Davey Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Home Hi Garett — I understand Mr. Walser's application has to go before counsel before any further steps can be taken. Can you tell me when this is happening and if it is something Kitchener residents can attend? Thank you, Karen McKiel Page 225 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: linda minke , Sent: Sunday, January 2, 2022 5:18 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Walser Funeral Home Dear Garett Stevenson and City of Kitchener Council, This is a letter of support for the addition to the Henry Walser Funeral Home and associated crematorium. My husband Steve passed away in 2020 and we chose cremation. I understood the only option was to have him transported from the funeral home to either the City of Kitchener Crematorium or City of Waterloo Crematorium. The funeral home would then go back to the crematorium and pick up his cremated remains for our celebration of life. To me it just makes sense to have the crematorium as part of the funeral home. People seem to be talking about lowering our carbon footprint the current process does not support this goal.You can contact me at if you wish. Sincerely Linda Minke Page 226 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: linda minke Sent: Sunday, January 2, 2022 6:19 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] My personal experience Dear Garett Stevenson and City of Kitchener Council, Until someone helps walk a loved one to heavens gates it is hard to comprehend grief. My husband Steve went to heaven Aug 27,2020. 1 was living the dream that his health was getting better. Because of lack of cremation space my family and friends could only have his celebration of life for him on Sept 6,2020. 11 Days later. In sickness and grief your mind plays tricks on you. I understood Steve had passed but with night terrors I would still wake up in the middle of the night wondering where he was. If he was still at Walser Funeral Home where I last saw his body or otherwise. I would wonder if he was warm or cold or if he was comfortable. I knew he was not laid to rest yet. I did not have a grave for him and his urn was not in the dining room,his favourite place to be after the kitchen. We were proud restaurant owners,he served many meals with pride in his short 56 years of life. I am not alone. Every family has a story and turmoil when they do not know where their loved one is until they are put to rest. A lack of crematoriums just compiles the grieving process. do sympathize with families being displaced because of everyone's needs for crematoriums. I would feel fortunate for Mr. Walser to have given me great rental rates for so long. The hwy 8 expansion is in the same picture and takes a toll on many families and individuals. Many dedicated people at Norris Bakery are out of jobs and the uncertainty of the future of KW Flowers and DejaVu spa which opened less than a year ago and has invested so much. A vast majority of the people at the plaza are in the 55 plus years which is a tough number to get employed at, Believe me I have tried. I've worked at the Old Hiway Market(flowershop) Gmelin Flowers Cambridge which have come and gone along with Schrieter Sandrock Funeral Home and Ratz Betchel. I know the writing is on the wall. I personally do not think I will have a job to pay rent. To young to retire, To old to be needed. I hope this letter helps you see what else goes on and pulls some weight in your decision. I am not looking for sympathy I am letting you know a different point of view. Henry Walser and his team are very outstanding,compassionate and approachable in their field of business. I know this personally and have been told by many when they leave Walser Funeral Home to come and order flowers at KW Flowers if needed. I thankyou for your consideration and you can also contact me at Sincerely Linda Minke Page 227 of 291 Garett Stevenson Good afternoon Mr. Stevenson, I have heard that tenants at these properties are receiving eviction notices and the property owner is intending to demolish some of the homes. Has this Zone change been approved, and has a demolition control exemption been granted bythe `City? Thank you, Sam Nabi Page 228 of 291 On Nov 18, 2021, at 8:40 PM, Sam Nabi <, wrote: Good evening, I'm writing to raise my concerns with the proposed zone change and official plan amendment for 507 Frederick St. They relate primarily to parking, protection of residential units, and the appropriateness of the requested Commercial OP designation. Please include this email in the public record when this application comes before committee/council. The existing funeral home is currently operating with 56 parking spaces. The proposed addition will create a total of 1,140 m2 of assembly area, therefore requiring 112 parking spaces. However, it's unclear how much new assembly area will be provided in the proposed expansion. If we accept the existing 56 parking spaces as legal non -conforming; and assess the minimum parking requirements for the expansion separately, the actual required parking may be even less. It is important to question the amount of parking proposed by this application, because it is located in a mixed-use node and 'a community area. Large parking lots that far exceed the minimum required are antithetical to transit -supportive, pedestrian -oriented neighbourhoods. The proposed 197 parking spaces far exceed the 112 (or fewer) required, and such expansion of the parking lot also contributes to an unnecessary removal of residential dwelling units. If the proposal were amended to contain only 112 spaces, the area outlined in red would not be necessary and some of the residential units on Becker Street could be saved. If it were possible to reduce the parking further, no residential units at all might have to be demolished. <Screen Shot 2021-11-18 at 8.22.26 PM.png> Per the city's demolition control bylaw, residential units must not be demolished unless they are redeveloped with new residential units within 2 years. This zone change process appears to bypass this responsibility. I was not able to find any reference to demolition control in the planning justification report or the land use compatibility study. Just because the proponent owns these lands, it does not mean that the residential units — affordable rentals housing several families — should be allowed to be demolished without any recourse. The lands are currently zoned residential, and if they are demolished, it will contribute to the city's housing crisis. The planning justification report notes, "Development is to be pedestrian oriented and residential uses are strongly encouraged. There is an existing funeral home on the Site which is proposed to be expanded and as such it is not the intent that the Site will intensify with a mix of uses over time." In my opinion, the proposed overabundance of parking, and the intent to demolish existing affordable residential units, does not conform to the intent of the Mixed Use Node designation. We should be planning for walkable, mixed-use neighbourhood amenities here, not removing housing stock and replacing it with a parking lot. The request to re -designate this property to Commercial does not make sense, as it is incompatible with the neighbouring Mixed Use Node and Low Rise / Medium Rise Residential areas. Rather than try to grow as one part of a complete community, the funeral home is requesting to abandon any possibility of mixed-use development and have the Plan reshaped around its business interests. This is not a responsible planning argument and does not take the public interest into account. Page 229 of 291 The property should remain as a Mixed Use designation to allow for the eventual integration of the funeral home into a transit -supportive, pedestrian -friendly neighbourhood. The oversized parking lot and Commercial designation would not only hurt this overall goal, but would displace 3 affordable residential units currently housing several families. Please consider rejecting the proposed application. It is possible to save these homes. It is possible to proceed with fewer parking spaces. Please do not allow the funeral home to entrench car -dependent infrastructure that is hostile to neighbouring uses. Best regards, Sam Nabi Page 230 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Julie Norcott Sent: Sunday, November 21, 2021 5:41 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Development Application Hello, My,partner and myself are homeowners on Becker St and we would like to appeal the application for the crematorium. We hope to join the meeting to hear more detail regarding the plans within the application however wanted to have our say against the crematorium in case we are unable to attend. Thank you, Julie Norcott M.omSc Osteopathic Manual Therapist I Health & Fitness Coach I Yoga Teacher Arise Wellness ht.tps:Hurldefense.com/v3/ http://www.arisewellness.ca_;!!E19_NBbORQ!S3g7F4R1DVi_cKJpgMpg3RB7sr Oj Lthl D-DBGyUTNxgOeN F4KdlnL2ihAOZediX9LTngD5n6$ Page 231 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Edie Paul < Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 9:48 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Crematorium Proposal Hello Mr. Stevenson: I have recently been made aware of the following zone change proposal made by Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS My husband, daughter and I have resided in this neighborhood for over 22 years. I also grew up in this area and it was always a goal to return to the neighborhood when we were ready to buy our home and start a family. I now live just a block away from where my grandparents lived on Fife Avenue for over 40 years. The Rosemount area is literally one I've lived in for almost my entire life! I don't plan on leaving voluntarily either! . I am taking this opportunity to voice my strongest disapproval regarding the plan to build a crematorium on the existing funeral home site. Aside from the Pharma Plus across the road, this is an entirely residential area. Not only is this plan impractical, it also goes directly against the existing zoning bylaw 2019-051 stating crematoriums are not permitted in the COM -2 zone, nor are they permitted within 250 meters of an existing or planned residential area, daycare facility or school. They are only permitted on lands zoned HEAVY INDUSTRIAL EMPLOYMENT ZONE (EMP - 3). I am strongly opposed to this zoning proposal and wish to go on record stating so. For verification, my name is Edie Paul and my address is If you wish to have a further discussion, please feel free to contact me at: Thank you. Sincerely, Edie M. Paul i Page 232 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Rae Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 9:16 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Walser Funeral Home submission Hello Mr. Stevenson, I previously wrote to you about my opposition to the proposed crematorium on the premises of Walser Funeral Home. After reading about Mr. Walser's presentation in the local paper, I was impressed with the research he had done, and also impressed with the technology and how it has progressed to the point that there are so few harmful emissions into the atmosphere. If these findings have been confirmed by independent testers to the point where the neighbourhood remains safe, then the City may want to consider Mr. Walser's submission more favourably. Our growing City needs progressive technology and forward -thinking entrepreneurs to help solve problems in services like interment and cremation that are required by every one of us. Rae Peters Page 233 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Tuesday, October 3, 2017 1:30 PM To: 'Sara Pilkey' Subject: RE: Sidewalk -Edna street Hi Sara, I have connected with staff in our Transportation Services Division and I understand that sidewalks along this section of Edna Street are not within the 5 year work program. You are correct, our Sidewalk Infill Policy calls for sidewalks on both sides of every street. This work is planned in a 5 year work program, and locations are added to the work list as budget allows. Transportation Services suggested to me to advise you that the best way to accelerate this request would be to send an email request to your Ward Councillor Scott Davey (Scott. Davey (@kitche ner.ca). If you have any additional questions, please contact Barry Cronkite(Barry.Cronkite(cDkitchener.ca). Getting a copy of the Provincial Noise Study for Highway 7 is proving challenging so no update on that front yet. I'll be in touch. Thanks, Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 TTY 1-866-969-9994 1 garett.stevenson@kitchener.ca WAMM, 0 0- 60 C From: Sara Pilkey Sent: Wednesday, September 20, 2017 8:18 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: Sidewalk -Edna street Hi Garett: Here are some photos of Edna street, just south of Frederick Street, where I told you there are no sidewalks. The building on the corner of Frederick and Edna had to put a sidewalk in when the building went up, but it goes nowhere! To walk on the other side, you have to walk through the Frederick Mall parking lot and across at least 3 traffic entrances, which is very dangerous. As I mentioned last week, I have spoken to the city department dealing with sidewalks at least twice, and have been told it is not in the plans. An article in the Record a few years ago stated that it was the city's plan to have at least one sidewalk on each street. This part of Edna Street needs about 400 feet to connect the two ends, but isn't being done. Can you please forward this email to the person you said was in charge of sidewalks, and ask them to please email me. Thank you so much for your assistance. Sara Pilkey Page 234 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Sara Pilkey Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 10:32 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Home Application Dear Garett: This email is in response to your letter dated September 16th, in regards to Henry Walser Funeral home requesting a change in their application, to include a Crematorium/cremator. First, I feel that this letter should have gone out to all residences and businesses within 250 meters,not just the 120 meters, as the Heavy Industrial Employment Zone requires that a crematorium must be 250 meters from residential area, etc. I hope this is addressed with future communications from the city. In 2000, 1 was one of the neighbours that felt the funeral home would be a good option for the derelict property that was sitting on the site. In general, funeral homes are profitable, well maintained, don't attract vermin like food establishments tend to, are not a hangout for youth, have no late hours or loud noises. In all these areas, Henry Walser Funeral home has been a great addition to the neighbourhood. Probably the only negative would be the occasional traffic concerns. I would say though, that if I had known that the future may hold a crematorium on the site, I can definitively say I would have been against the approval. In looking at existing crematoriums at Williamsburg, Parkview, and the one on Victoria Street north, they are all located quite a distance from residential homes, probably even more than the 250 meters. I am concerned about a number of potential environmental issues, from the heat being high enough to prevent black smoke from being released into the neighbourhood, to potential glues and resins also being released. I am also aware, that if a cremator is located on the property,it must be noted on the signage on Frederick Street. This, in my opinion, will lead to decreased property values throughout our neighbourhood. I also feel this signage will have negative psychological effects on myself, my neighbours, and visitors. I have no concerns with the expansion of a parking lot on Becker Street, and I also feel that not closing Becker Street at Fife Avenue is a wise choice. It allows some traffic to exit towards Krug Street, instead of it all exiting at Ann Street or Frederick Street. I understand that during a pandemic, funeral homes are not generating the revenue they have in the past, and this is a way for them to keep that revenue within the company. My suggestion is that Henry Walser locate a crematorium/cremator in a commercial area, complying with the restrictions not within 250 meters of a residential area, This way, they retain the revenue from cremations, it is just off- site. I look forward to further communications and hopefully a meeting with the city, so all neighbours and businesses within the 250 meters can have their say. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sara Pilkey Page 235 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Rick Power Sent: Friday, October 9, 2020 9:30 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Henry Walser Funeral Home Application Hi garett regarding our phone conversation on oct 8 2020. 1 told you about an incident that happened at the waterloo crematorium regarding toxic waste. Nobody knows what has been put in those caskets before they are closed. Between the casket and what has been put in the casket it could be toxic waste been put out into a residential area . if the city allows this crematorium to be built? The city will be responsible for the toxic waste sent out into a residential area and any sickness that results form it. Richard power Kitchener on Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Garett Stevenson Sent: October 8, 2020 6:12 PM To: 'rickpower@rogers.com' Subject: Henry Walser Funeral Home Application Hello Mr. Power, Sorry that you were having trouble sending an email to me. Please try replying to this email. Thanks, Garett Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 TTY 1-866-969_9994,�garett.stevenson@kitchener.ca Residents are encouraged to visit kitchaner.ca/covid'i 9 for the most up-to-date information about City services. Page 236 of 291 January 11; 2022 City of Kitchener . 200 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario N26 4G7 Attention:. Garett Stevenson, Mgr. Dev Review Email: Rarett.stevenson@kitchener.ca Dear Mr..Stevenson; We are submitting this email as a comment to the proposed development by the Henry Walser Funeral Home. We have attended a meeting in early 2021 that was organized by Henry Walser to inform the neighbourhood residents of his intentions. in November 2021 we also attended the virtual zoom meeting organized by the city of Kitchener regarding this same subject. After attending both of these meetings, we believe that Henry Walser has done his homework and his due diligence regarding the proposed expansion and the proposed crematorium.. He has had studies completed to show the impacts of the proposed expansion on the air quality, noise and other environmental factors that may affect the surrounding residential area. As well, the crematorium equipment that has been selected for purchase is from a supplier in Europe and therefore meets all of the restrictions and requirements for the European environment. It a known fact thatthere are greater environmental restrictions in Europe than in North America, indicating that Henry has been extremely cognizant and meticulous in selecting the.proposed equipment to purchase. In attending the meeting in November 2021, residents raised two concerns. The first concern was the environmental impact of the crematorium on residential area. We believe that Henry Walser has addressed this concern in several ways. Primarily in selecting to purchase the crematorium from a European supplier, given the European environmental standards, shows Henry's ethical values. Secondly; the equipment must be inspected re.gularly:by our Ministry of the Environment.aswel.l as by the governing bodies for funeral homes. The equipment also has alarms that will be triggered should any faults occur in the equipment. We believe that these regulatory and safety functions make the environmental concerns negligible. The second concern was that an affordable rental property would be removed in order to facilitate the expansion. We believe that this resident should be grateful that they .were able to enjoy this property for the length of time that they have resided there and look at this as a positive opportunity to move forward in their life. If our memory serves us correctly the current location of Henry Walser Funeral Home was a commercial property where Dyke Industries operated from. When Dyke Industries closed, this property remained Page 237 of 291 vacant for a number of years. Fortunately, Henry Walser had the foresight to see potential in this property and took the risk to purchase it and to develop and maintain it as a funeral home. Our final thought is that we are all currently living in a world with ever changing business environments. Those businesses that have learned to adapt, to change and to be resilient will continue to flourish. We believe that this holds true for the funeral industry, as funerals certainly have changed significantly due to Covid. If Covid has taught us anything, it is that.all businesses change and businesses must adapt to change in order to continue. We believe that as the only independent funeral home in our area that it is prudent that we "support local" (as the city of Kitchener promotes). This business employs a significant number of people which creates a spin off effect by keeping them employed. Henry Walser himself has been a great, compassionate resident and citizen of our community. He exudes professionalism, integrity and ethics. We do not believe that Henry Walser would proceed with an expansion that would affect the residents in the adjacent area or beyond. Henry and his family live in this area, and an expansion that would be detrimental to the residents in this area would also be detrimental to his family and their property. We think it is also prudent to acknowledge that Henry Walser has spent considerable time, money and effort in trying to get this expansion approved. Therefore, we are in full support of the proposed expansion and the proposed crematorium of Henry Walser Funeral Home. Sincerely; Monica & Kevin Reinhart Page 238 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Frank Roozen . Sent: Saturday, October 10, 2020 8:30 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Offical Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS -Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS - Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd., Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser & 2544770 Ontario Inc. (Walser cum suis) FORMAL OBJECTION To The City of Kitchener, Ontario Development Services Department Planning Attn. Mr. Garett Stevenson Dear Mr. Stevenson, We were only very recently made aware of the requests of Mr. Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd., Leeann Marie Walser, Henry James Walser, and 2544770 Ontario Inc. (Walser cum suis), presumably, the owners of the same -named funeral home located in the Rosemount area in Kitchener, to create additional parking spaces as well as to build a crematorium, for the purpose of burning human corpses. We are the owners and residents of: i Kitchener, which property is as you know located near the said funeral home, more specifically within the distance of 250 meters as required as per the applicable zoning regulations and or by-laws. We are frankly appalled and in fact outraged that the City is even taking the proposed plans of Mr. Henry Walser seriously into consideration, as they are against said zoning restrictions, whereas the operation of a crematorium simply is against all common sense and ethical norms and standards, and does not belong in any residential area to start with, let alone in such close vicinity of actual residences. The proposal of Walser c.s. goes against what the residents of this part of the Rosemount neighborhood had initially agreed to when the funeral home was established (as we understand it approximately 20 years ago) and also against what is considered norms what is considered reasonable as per the recently amended by-laws applicable to the area involved. Even a funeral home, so close to existing residences, is in our opinion already unacceptable, let alone a crematorium. We would like to stress that any crematorium should only be erected and operated in an industrial and/or rural zone, as is virtually always the case in all developed countries all over the world. And so we do object in the strongest terms against the request and plans of Walser c.s. to build the crematorium at the proposed location. Thank you. Kind regards, Frank J.M. Roozen Kitchener, ON, - Page 239 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Megan Ruttan Sent: Tuesday, October 3, 2017 6:43 PM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Subject: Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS and Official Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS Mr. Stevenson, I live at - in a duplexed house with my partner and young son and I'm writing to formally complain about the zoning change and plans to pave our neighbourhood. We've lived here for five years and Mr. Walser purchased the house we've lived in last year, after we were assured it was a long-term investment and we would not be evicted. We were not informed that Mr. Walser was our landlord until we received the Community Services Planning Department document in our mailbox today, a month and a half late. We had asked the man who manages the property what he knew but he said he knew nothing and refused to answer any other questions. The people who have move into the house beside us have not even lived there a year yet and are already being evicted. Furthermore, it was not Mr. Walser or any of his associates who provided us with the information. We have yet to be formally told of his plans to evict us. Mr. Walser's plans will directly damage our community by evicting people who live and contribute in favour of a parking lot. I'd be less upset if a park or affordable housing were replacing our house but it's simply an extension of Mr. Walser's business. His business interests have been steadily encroaching on our neighbourhood as he's bought other houses and torn them down. Rather than move to a new location, Mr. Walser uses our entire street as a parking lot. He purchased this property, property people that people call home, from distant owners who do not have a stake in the neighbourhood. Our son has a large backyard to play in. We have a lot of necessities close by and our neighbouhood is highly walkable. We belong to the Mansion Greens Community Garden at Weber park. I would also be remiss if I didn't say that moving would be an exorbitant cost to us financially. Not only moving expenses but the much higher rent that we'd have to pay at another residence. A parking lot does not enrich our community - a community that is not just about Mr. Walser's own business and personal stake in this area. He does not own this neighbourhood, even if he thinks buying parts of its land makes him entitled to it. What communities need are people and affordable houses, projects that encourage civic life. Mr. Walser's plans will leave the neighbourhood bereft of people and anyone left living here a very large, very private parking lot. Sincerely, Megan Ruttan Kitchener, Ontario Page 240 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Megan Ruttan Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2020 2:42 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Rezoning on Becker St. Good Afternoon, My name is Meg Ruttan Walker and I have lived at • • for 7 years now. I write you to petition for either the delay or refusal of the rezoning of our block because it would unhouse many families with young children and force them to move to more expensive, less ideal housing. Furthermore, unhousing people during a global pandemic would be deeply immoral. Mr. Walser purchased our house a few years ago with the explicit purpose of removing us from our home to expand his business. We are a young family with a six year old son, Henry, who goes to school and has friends in the neighbourhood. This is the only home he's ever known and we chose this house because we wanted to raise a family. There are multiple families that live on this block and there is ample outdoor space for children to play in. It's also a low traffic street, making it an especially safe area for children to play outside. We've gotten to know our neighbours, especially during the summer as we have turned a large portion of the yard into a garden for vegetables and local pollinator plants. There are groundhogs, rabbits, and other wildlife that thrive in our little neighbourhood. It's a small plot of land but I love it and do what I can to nurture it. We've been able to weather this pandemic because we've had access to outdoor space and nature. I'm also a climate activist here in Waterloo Region. Given that we have to achieve zero emissions globally by 2050 and we're in the midst of a biodiversity crisis, turning any section of nature into a parking lot and crematorium works directly against the Region's stated climate goals. Housing is also a key component to addressing the climate crisis - we need multiple family housing and a lot of it. Removing the duplexes on our block, forcing us to move to more expensive housing elsewhere, is not only unjust, it's out of touch with Kitchener's strategic plan. No one should be able to just buy a home and force the people that live there to move, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. I would be less upset at moving if the space were to be used for more affordable housing or a project that directly benefited the community and the climate but those aren't the plans in motion. I ask that you let us remain in our homes, at least until the pandemic ends, and reconsider any plans for this land that includes an unnecessary parking lot. Thank you, Meg Ruttan Walker Page 241 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Evening Ms. Walker, I hope you're well. Scott Davey Thursday, November 11, 2021 6:46 PM Garett Stevenson Re: Walser Funeral Home Expansion Thank you for the email. As you're no -doubt aware, I'm not a professional planner and can't respond to this issue of reduced housing supply, though I would expect this to be answered in the eventual staff report and recommendation. I will be attending the public input session for a full understanding of citizen input but suffice -it -to -say I'm in listening & learning mode at present. I will establish a clear position once I have all the information, most notably the staff report which, aside from a professional opinion, will contain all formal resident feedback.. Respectfully, Scott Davey Councillor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca <noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca> on behalf of. Sent: Thursday, November 11, 2021, 4:45 p.m. To: Scott Davey Subject: Walser Funeral Home Expansion Dear Mr. Davey, I'm writing about my concerns about the Walser Funeral home expansion plans which will displace my family as well as 8 other households in three multi -family units. You can see the initial plan here: https://app2.kitchener.ca/AppDocs/0penData/AMANDADataSets/477048 Second%20Circulation%2OLetter.pdf Displacing families while there continues to be little family oriented, affordable public housing in the Region andallowing Walser Funeral home to go ahead with a parking lot and crematorium runs counter to our climate goals (a 50% reduction by 2030) housing goals. The car traffic and emissions from the crematorium pose an air pollution risk to the residential neighbourhood Mr. Walser wants rezoned. The plan presents a health hazard for the children and other people who live in this neighbourhood. I'd love to hear from you and discuss the issue further. You can contact me at the enclosed email or at Thank you very much. Sincerely, 1 Page 242 of 291 September .13, 2017 Mr. Garett Stevenson Planner Community; Services Department - Pla all mvng Kitchener City H 200 King. St. West _Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 Re: Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. Zone Change. Application Dear Mr. Stevenson, Thank you for the Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. zone change application package, In the package you say, "If you have any questions or further clarification regarding this application, please feel free to contact me at your convenience." So, I am going to take you on this offer. Regrettably, I'm not available to attend the neighbourhood information meeting on September 14, 2017 regarding this application because I work afternoons & evenings. Hence, I am submitting my questions, comments and concerns about this application to you in advance of the meeting via this letter. I have lived on Ann'Street in Kitchener for about five years. So, I am very familiar with the Henry Walser Funeral Home and its impact on the neighbourhood over the years. To begin, the application package lacks salient information and; perhaps, you are planning to address these questions at the upcoming information meeting. Below are my questions: Timeline Questions 1. What is the timeline for this project? 2. What is the proposed start date of this project? 3. What is the proposed end date.of this project? 4. Will the protect be completed all at once or in stages? 5. What long-term phases are anticipated? 6. What are the critical milestones within the phases? 7. Will a detailed schedule be provided for major tasks to be performed? Other Questions 1. Who is the target audience for this project? 2. Who will benefit from this project? 3. What is the direct benefit to the immediate neighbourhood? 4. What are the goals & objectives of this project? 5. ` What is Mr. Walser trying to achieve/accomplish? 6. Will Mr. Walser be providing any additional services? 7. Who owns this project? Will Mr. Walser be teaming up with any partners/collaborators? If yes, who are they and who will be responsible for what? S. Who is the main contact for this project and how will complaints and feedback be handled? Page 1 of 3 Page 243 of 291 9. What is the primary mode of communication for feedback and complaints? 10. What equipment will be required to complete this project? 11. Has Mr. Walser and his team been through a project like this before? 12. Who will be reviewing and approving the application? 13. What are the potential risks to this project as a whole or to the successful completion of it in part? Risk management is part of every successful business. 14. How will this project impact the surrounding community and environment, particularly in the age of climate change? Although this might seem like a long list of questions, it's been my experience that by thinking through the questions above, project goals can be achieved with much less guesswork, far fewer problems and negative impact on the immediate neighbourhood. Parking Concerns In the five years I have lived on Ann Street in Kitchener, I have noted the Henry Walser Funeral Home is a flourishing business. I suspect his target audience for the expansion project is aging baby boomers which will cause his business to grow exponentially over the decades. There is currently insufficient parking for visitors to the funeral home. Hence, visitors encroach on customer parking at the Rexall Drug store, located directly across the street from the funeral home. They also park on both sides of Ann Street, frequently reducing the road to a single lane of traffic which is dangerous, especially in the event of an emergency. As well, the guests of residents have no place to park. The proposed expansion project shows 84 new additional parking spaces (surface parking) to be created through the appropriation and demolition of the buildings on 40, 44 & 48 Becker Street which is one block over from Ann Street or behind the funeral home. From my perspective, these additional parking spaces will not relieve the parking dilemma on Ann Street and the Rexall Drug Store because people in general are lazy and will simply park where it is most convenient for them. From an environmental perspective, surface parking (massive asphalt & concrete) creates "urban heat islands" which contribute to climate change and negatively impacts storm water management. Climate change is occurring in Canada and throughout the world at a rapid rate and is affecting our public health and our overall quality of life. Traffic Congestion & Noise Concerns Frederick Street is currently the designated detour street for the construction project on Victoria Street between Edna and Bruce Streets. I can't make a left-hand turn from Ann Street onto Frederick Street due to the heavy volume of traffic caused by the detour. I have to drive around the block and make my left-hand turn at the traffic lights at Bruce Street. It's my understanding from a newspaper article that recently appeared in the Kitchener -Waterloo Record this situation will get worse in 2018 when the Victoria Street project reaches its construction milestone. Also, Krug Street by Becker Street has been closed for months due to a construction project with no apparent end in sight. This project is also contributing to traffic congestion on Frederick Street between Edna and Bruce Streets. When will this project be wrapping up? Page 2 of 3 Page 244 of 291 Add construction vehicles from the proposed Henry Walser Funeral Home expansion project to the:aforementioned mix and there will be "nightmare" traffic congestion. As well, I strongly suspect Ann Street will become the main road for the 'construction vehicles for the project because it's convenient. When the apartment building by Fife Avenue and Becker Street was torn down last year. the construction vehicles rumbled down Ann Street daily; turning a quiet residential neighbourhood into a steady stream of dump trucks and other large-scale construction vehicles an unrelenting daily din. Misrepresentation On page 2 of the information package, you say, "This circulation letter is the initial part of the consultation process. No decisions have been made and ... " This appears to be a misleading statement. When I spoke to some of the residents on the street about the application, they told me that Mr. Walsar told them otherwise. They claim Mr. Walsar told them the 84 new additional parking spaces is a fait accompli and next summer the properties on Becker Street will be levelled and turned into. surface parking. Is this true? Two-phase Project When I spoke to some of the residents on the street about the expansion project, they also claim that Mr. Walsar told them the overall project will be in two phases. Phase I is the 84 new additional parking spaces and Phase II is the expansion of the existing funeral home. So, the immediate neighbourhood will have to experience "construction hell", twice. Conclusion From in perspective, this application/project is a makeshift solution to Mr. Walser's flourishing business. The mass "baby boomer die -off' has hit its stride and will continue for decades at a more frequent pace — a windfall for funeral homes. Hence, a "big picture" visionedis requirfor this situation. Mr. Walser should be looking at opening a second funeral home in Waterloo Region to accommodate the growth in his business instead of converting the existing premises which will do for a while and further strain the neighbourhood I would greatly appreciate answers to my questions and responses to my concerns, so. I can make a more. informed decision about this application/project. Until then, I do not support Mr. Walser's zone change application which I think is short-sighted.'I look forward to hearing from you. Regards, Mary -Lou Schagena Kitchener, ON Page 3 of 3 Page 245 of 291 December 27, 2020 Mr. Garett Stevenson Senior Planner Planning Division City of Kitchener 200 King St. West Kitchener, ON :N2G 4G7 Dear Mr. Stevenson, Thank you for your letter dated September 16, 2020, regarding an amendment to the zone change application for the Henry Walser Funeral Home in Kitchener. Planning a great city involves the entire community and I appreciate being kept informed and the opportunity lo comment. I realize the deadline for submitting comments is long overdue (October 16, 2020). Nevertheless, I would still like to comment. Due to Covid-19, this is the first opportunity I have had to read through your letter and give it thoughtful consideration. I reside at 127 Ann Street, which is the apartment building adjacent to the Henry Walser :Funeral Home. The building is owned by Henry and Leeann Walser. I oppose the amendment to the zone change application which includes the installation of a cremator because of potential negative impacts on quality of life, particularly increased health risk. My key concerns are the crematory would generate noise, odor, air pollution and additional. traffic that would harm the people who live in this neighbourhood. Noise: Online research suggests cremators are noisy. People living near funeral homes with a cremator describe the process noise as follows: ® "Constant low rushing hum." a "Like a jet engine from the exhaust fans." a "It sounds like a blast furnace." ® "A loud roaring sound as the cremation process begins." ® "A constant whine from the fan in the chimney." . Odor: It is my understanding that cremators give off an acrid smell. Come spring, nobody will be able to enjoy the outdoors, including gardening and relaxing on the patio. Every day will be like living near the landfill site on a windy day. Air Pollution: There appears to be strong scientific evidence that cremators produce dangerous pollutants which are linked to serious health problems, especially for children. These pollutants include: mercury, dioxins, dibenzofurans, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxide and hydrogen chloride. I assume this is true as your letter states, "new zoning by-law requires that crematoriums cannot be located within 250 metres of an existing or planned residential use, a day care facility, elementary school, secondary school or a post -secondary school." Page 1 of 3 Page 246 of 291 Additional Traffic: It's my understanding that cremators generate more traffic. The Henry Walser Funeral Home already has a serious parking problem. On a busy visitation day, (prior to Covid-19), cars line both sides of Ann Street, reducing the street to one-way traffic only. Visitors to the funeral home also park at the Rexall Pharmacy, located across the street from the funeral home.. Last year, one of the cashiers told me their parking lot was filled with cars one day and, Yet, tere was nobody in their store. Aesthetics: How high will the smokestack be? A smokestack belching smoke will mar the skyline in an attractive residential neighbourhood. In closing, much more information is required to address this situation. I feel it is incumbent upon Mr. and Mrs. Walser to successfully show the proposed addition to their property will be compatible with their surroundings. Particularly, I want to see the science, as there, are environmental and health implications to their revised proposal. I would like to stay informed of next steps and future opportunities to provide input. As well, I would like my comments to be kept confidential as Mr. and Mrs. Walser are my landlord. Regards, Mary -Lou Schagena Page 2 of 3 PcIge 247 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Tuesday, January 41 20.22.9:23 PM To: Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Home Meeting -.questions Hello; The Region of Waterloo is the approval authority.for amendments to the. City of Kitchener Official Plan. If an Official Plan amendment is recommended for approval by Kitchener City Council, the proposed amendment will then be forward to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo for final approval. The Region of . Waterloo may choose to approve, refuse or modify the proposed, amendment, Notice of the decision will be given to those who have expressed interest, and the 20 -day appealperiod irvill commence:the'day after this notice is given, during which time the application may be appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal `(OLT). `.Should no appeal:be filed, the amendment is final and binding as of the `date of council passing. The Region typically implements the recommendation of Kitchener City Council on Official Plan amendments. The statutory public meeting held for the Official Plan amendment is at the City meeting (Planning and. Strategic Initiatives meeting), so that is where delegations `should make their presentations. Thanks Garett Sent: Saturday, January 1, 2022 7:09 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser Funeral Home Meeting - questions Good Evening Garret, Thank you for the information below. I just re -listened to the last recorded meeting and have some questions. On the very last slide (see below), point #5 reads: "The Region of Waterloo will make the final decision on the Official Plan . Amendment application." My questions: 1 Page 248 of 291 1. 1 am not exactly sure what that means. It sounds like the Region of Waterloo Council can overrule/override a decision put forth by the City of Kitchener's Planning Division. Is that correct? 2. How would you describe the level of co-operation between the two tiers of government? 3. How much consideration is actually given to the recommendation that is being put forth? 4. Does the Region of Waterloo Council typically accept the recommendation put forth by the City of Kitchener's Planning Division? 5. Can the applicant and/or his hired external project managers lobby the Region of Waterloo council or individual members of the council, knowing they have the final say? I realize that some of my questions may be awkward to answer. However, I am simply trying to better understand the process. a _ i� kt q d Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the process, which I greatly appreciate. Happy New Year with the very best of wishes in 2022! Regards, Mary -Lou Schagena From: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Sent: November 24, 20218:39 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Henry Walser Funeral Home Meeting Survey Hello, Thank you for participating in the virtual Neighbourhood Meeting (NM) for the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications application for Henry Walser Funeral Home (507 Frederick Street) held on November 23, 2021. Here are the next steps: 2 Page 249 of 291 �?'° __ `i �.... it I i ;� • ': _ 144 a D��7fi�7_.n�jrP. �arbti�i1'W�[s1o's��Liaitlt��it $� pi�7li�aIS¢9ii�?YrC� ri(T�t,$�t�� � -- s�, A r.T fBit#��[a�9a thfi1 0 . a _ i� kt q d Thank you for the opportunity to participate in the process, which I greatly appreciate. Happy New Year with the very best of wishes in 2022! Regards, Mary -Lou Schagena From: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Sent: November 24, 20218:39 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Henry Walser Funeral Home Meeting Survey Hello, Thank you for participating in the virtual Neighbourhood Meeting (NM) for the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications application for Henry Walser Funeral Home (507 Frederick Street) held on November 23, 2021. Here are the next steps: 2 Page 249 of 291 �i47a6�wafa[er�faprn�at 41��i�bba�iid�ad 5Qaf6c4Qs�lnda6oga!lf"11-16rty i`ramoaldecasi4�i` s�a�tandfeedhack i�fA�matiam faoalaeare� maa� l ti:nnfair cQn -dor 4 cammunicitedbackto re �c¢st� sessia�halrl h�P[amo[ngCommdte�BIB taa010l �r�sid��t a64 aitieiated " E15it0E46U3at8Q105QiiiQlVs haveupdated the City's website with the presentation from the meeting (takes a few days to update), as well as a'recording of the meeting, which can be found online at WWW kltch9ner*.CWP12nn1n_appllcatlon. s. We know it is important for community members to be involved in decisions that, affect. them. In order to better serve the community, we would like to understand who currently participates in City -led engagement activities related to development services (e.g. urbanplanning, transportation planning, engineering, economic development). Please complete a short survey:'https:v en ae yr caJeaa a erraerat- urveymplknning We.will use this information to help develop new engagement strategies that reach all merribers of our community. Thank you for your participation at. the meeting and for your comments and questions. on this application. I, will evaluate the comments received to elate and will be in touch on the next steps for engagement: Sincerely, Garett Garet$ Stevenson, BES, RPP, .MCIP Manager of Development Review I Planning Division 1 City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x`7070 TTY 1=866-969-9994 i garett.stevenson_@kitchener.ca 0 y� V�. z G a 0 Residents are encouraged to visit kitche'ner.ca/covid19 for the most up-to-date information about City services. 3 Page 250 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca on behalf of Gary C Schlueter Sent: Thursday, October 1, 2020 9:47 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: Someone has sent you information! Gary C Schlueter ( _ has sent you information from the City of Kitchener website. Message: I live at Please accept my request to reject the request to rezone the properties at 507 Frederick Street and 40,44,48,Becker Street. I am extremely concerned with the increase in pollution that this request would create and therefore I cannot support it. This refers to application # OP17/003/F/GS and ZC17/010F/GS 1 Page 251 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Denise Schoen < n> Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2021 2:00 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Becker St/Frederick St Good afternoon, I just wanted to send a message to tell you that I am not opposed to Henry Walsers plan for Frederick St/Becker St as described in the neighbourhood meeting on Nov 23. 1 know you likely have heard many opposing arguments so I wanted to share one opinion that isn't negative. I have no issues with his tearing down and then rebuilding on his own land and expanding his business. Denise Page 252 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Eric Schneider on behalf of Planning (SM) Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 9:12 AM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: FW: Henry Walser Crematorium Application -----Original Message ----- From: noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca <noreply@esolutionsgroup.ca> On Behalf Of Barb Schuett Sent: Sunday, October 11, 2020 11:26 PM To: Planning (SM) <planning@kitchener.ca> Subject: Henry Walser Crematorium Application I would like to extend my support to the proposed plan of attaching a crematorium with highly refined cremators- to rematorsto the existing Walser Funeral Home. We have dealt with the HWFH more than I would like, but Henry has always facilitated our requests for our deceased loved ones with the utmost patience and respect. Having a crematorium so close to the funeral home would reduce the need to shuttle bodies/ashes through the city; its proximity to the expressway (which has its own noise and pollution) would make any emissions from the cremators a non -issue; and the proposed layout of the new addition with adriitinnnI narking on Becker, would make the crematorium invisible to neighbouring residences. I live at , Kitchener N2M 4S6 - backing onto the expressway closer to Fischer Hallman so I am aware of the noise that the expressway can create and doubt that anyone could possibly hear the noise of a crematorium's operation over the noise of the traffic beyond the sound barrier. Death is a natural end to life - the preparation/disposal of the deceased should be facilitated not tied up in red tape that in this case is triggered by the NIMBY philosophy. Origin: https://www.kitchener.ca/en/building-and-development/Iand-use-planning.aspx?_mid= 9849 This email was sent to you by Barb Schuett through https://www.kitchener.ca. Page 253 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Ryan S. Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 5:40 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Opposition to proposed crematorium. I would like to add my voice to the opposition to the proposed zoning variance to allow a crematorium at 507 Frederick. Beyond potential health, smell, and property value implications to the surrounding residential area, in which I am a resident. It is already against bylaws to have such a facility within 250 meters of residential property. There is no reasonable case as to why this faculty cannot be located in an appropriate industrial zone nearby. Regards Ryan Spencer Kitchener, ON ;anada Page 254 of 291 t.:!�V/�. 00—to 7, ,2026. R P-GEIVED OCT .13 7ozo CITY OF KITCHENER Planning Division 19 1,90 a`- 7)1/ i, c Alm - Page 255 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: carriestocker4 Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 12:41 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Re proposal Henry Walser funeral homes RE: official plan amendment op17/003/F/gs zone change application zc17/010/f/gs Henry Walser funeral homes Proposal for crematorium i strongly object to this propsal. i can smell weston bakery from my backyard and that is farther away then this propsed crematorium. i do not want to have to deal with the smell. As well there is no guarantee that burning a body does not release various virus and bacteria into the area. I live less then 120 m as the crow flies from the proposed site. if i need to come to a meeting to voice my concerns i will do that as well. Please notify me of any such meeting. This zoning change is unaceptable considering there is a large residential area directly behind the proposed site. Putting this business above the residents is disrespectful to these citizens. There are many food providers tim hortons norton bakery and other restuarants and grocery stores within a short distance from this site can you guarantee these wont be affected? its bad enough we have to put up with tire dust from the hwy i do not also want to have to deal with soot from burning I dont believe any type of filter will catch everything. This proposal will drive my property value down will the city subsidize the value? This business should have to comply with the current zoning and zoning should not be changed. Thank You Carrie Stocker Sent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone. Page 256 of 291 Garen Stevenson 1 Page 257 of 291 Subject: Crematorium proposal Please.pass this to Gareth Stevenson. I would like a chance to send my opinion of support in regards to Henry Walser proposal for a crematorium. I do not live in the surrounding area however I have experienced the need for cremation for a family member. I can say that if you want to use this funeral home your hands are tied to cremation facilities in town being run by the cities which greatly restricts their hours of operation and left us in a very difficult situation. People of Kitchener have a right to chose without the restriction of city worker hours and costs. Origin: https://www.kitchener.ca/en/city-services/connect-with-us.aspx This email was sent to you by Karen through https://www.kitchener.ca. Page 258 of 291 Garett -Stevenson From: Scott Davey Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 9:01 PM To: Beverly Tyhurst, Garett Stevenson Subject:Re: Henry Walser - Cremation Tribute Centre Follow Up Hi Beverly, Thanks again for contacting. I've copied the city planner on this file, Garett Stevenson, on this reply. Mr. Stevenson and I spoke in the evening after you and i had our discussion. Garett and I discussed your, ` concerns and he has indicated that the city may need to re-send'the city -notification letters to all. 1 do want to be. clear on two things. firstly, though l can understand how you might be dismayed at Mr. Walser reaching out... it. is actually much -preferred on any planning application. Oftentimes, these matters fly under the radar because the city has limited means to inform. Even biased =awareness is better than little awareness. While it will have no bearing on my decision, it is a good (and rare) thing for a developer to reach out to the neighbourhood. Secondly, I would like to be clear on the process in that neither I, nor city staff (led by Mr. Stevenson) have decided whether this application should be approved. Staff will do their research and make.a recommendation, then I (and council) will vote _on whether we approve or reject that recommendation. will need the benefit of the report from staff, coupled with the feedback from residents like yourself. On that note... thank you kindly for your feedback Beverly... I've taken notes on your points of concern and assu.reyouu that your efforts have not fallen on deaf -ears. Respectfully, Scott Davey Councilor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: Beverly Tyhurst Sent: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 7:54:35 PM To: Scott Davey <Scott.Davey@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Henry Walser- Cremation Tribute Centre Follow Up Hi Scott, Thanks for taking the time to speak to me on Friday. I am concerned that the majority of residents on e have not been informed of Henry Walser's application to place a Cremation Tribute Centre close by. At' we have not received any documentation or information and were rather surprised by Mr. Walser's personal letter asking us to voice our concerns to himself personally and neglected to also provide your contact information which would allow the interested party to hear residents concerns first hand and leading the residents to believe they've expressed their concerns and were heard without you ever hearing anything about it. I am also concerned about the proximity of the potential cremation centre to housing as well as real estate value and air quality. To be honest and frank, I'm just not sure I want to be a street over knowing a bunch of people are possibly being cremated several yards away. I'm not even sure I would like to even attend a service at Mr. Walser's funeral home anymore knowing that cremations were taking place so closely as well. 1 Page 259 of 291 I have other additional concerns as well but those are my main concerns. I have attached the ONLY letter that was received. Sincerely, Beverly Tyhurst 647-284-9779 From: Scott Davey <Scott. Davey@ kitchen e r. ca > Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 7:02 PM To: Beverly Tyhurst Subject: Re: Henry Walser - Creamation Tribute Centre Talk then. Thanks Beverly! Scott Scott Davey Councilor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: Beverly Tyhurst Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 6:55:31 PM To: Scott Davey <Scott.DayeV@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: Henry Walser - Creamation Tribute Centre Hi Scott! Friday at 2 pm sounds great. What phone number should I call? Beverly From: Scott Davey <Scott.Davey@kitchener.ca> Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:24 PM To: Beverly Tyhurst Subject: Re: Henry Walser - Creamation Tribute Centre Hi Beverly, Please extend my apologies to Mr. Walser on the lateness of my reply. 1 have been in contact with city staff on this. Friday at 2pm would be ideal. Either via telephone or Zoom Let me know and thanks! F) Page 260 of 291 Scott Scott Davey Councilor, Ward 1 City of Kitchener From: Beverly Tyhurst Sent: Wednesday, September 30, 2020 12:16:53 PM To: Scott Davey <Scott.Davey@kitchener.ca> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walser - Creamation Tribute Centre Hello! I was wondering if I could speak to your about the Henry Walser Creamation Tribute Centre that's proposed. Is there a time of day, etc. that you may be available? Sincerely, Beverly Tvhurct Kitchener, ON Page 261 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Will Verlinden < Sent: Thursday, October 1, 2020 4:08 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Plan and Zone Change RE: Henry Walser Funeral Homes Ltd. Mr. Garett Stevenson, Regarding Plan Amendment OP17/003/F/GS and Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS. As a homeowner in this area I strongly oppose the changes that would allow a crematorium/cremator to be built in this residential area. There is strong scientific evidence that crematoriums produce dangerous pollutants which are linked to serious health problems, especially for children. These pollutants include mercury, dioxins, nitrogen oxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxide and hydrogen chloride. A 2010 EPA study stated that toxins are released into the environment through the cremation process. The most dangerous element is mercury which becomes vaporized into a colourless, odourless gas. It is especially dangerous in this heated vaporized form because when it is inhaled, it is quickly absorbed into the bloodstream and carried to the brain and other organs. Even very small amounts can be dangerous. Young children and unborn babies are the most vulnerable since their minds and bodies are still developing. Studies at the Texas Health Science Center found that close proximity to sources of mercury were associated with increases in learning disabilities, autism and special education rates. Applicants often state that there would be no odors or visible smoke. That's because mercury is a colourless and odorless gas. It is because of these concerns that crematoriums are not allowed in populated areas. Will Verlinden, Page 262 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Garett Stevenson Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2020 2:15 PM To: 'Cameron Walker' - Subject: RE: Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F%GS Yes, I will add you to the circulation list. if you prefer to receive information by mail, I need your full mailing address as well. Sorry for the confusion. The Henry Walser funeral home application is on hold and was NOT heard by Council. The City requires confirmation from the Ministry of Transportation on the final road alignment and property requirements for the new Highway 7 interchange before staff can make a recommendation on those applications. The Highway 7 widening project is under review by the Province — once there is confirmation on that project, staff will determine the best course of action for the funeral home expansion applications. Thanks, Garett 1 Page 263 of 291 Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP Senior Planner I Planning Division I City of Kitchener 519-741-2200 x 7070 TTY 1-866-969-9994Igarett.stevenson@kitchener.ca From: Cameron Walker < Sent: Friday, February 14, 2020 3:01 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca> Subject: Re: Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Thank you for the information Garett. I think you linked me to a different amendment. I was inquiring about OP 1 7/003/F/GS and ZC17/010/F/G. These concern Becker Street. There is a zoning change that would allow for the expansion of the funeral home. What you linked me to was a change to Frederick Street near Avon Rd. Apologies if these are somehow connected --I'm not really familiar with zoning change applications. Did council hear your recommendation and defer the changes for OP 17/003/F/GS and ZC 17/010/F/G ? Or was that concerning OP15-05-F-GS - ZC15-015-F-GS? Thank you very much for your responses! --Cameron On Wed, Feb 12, 2020 at 5:22 PM <Garett.Stevenson cr,kitchener.ca> wrote: Page 264 of 291 Hello, From: Cameron Walker Sent: Monday, February 10, 2020 2:26 PM To: Garett Stevenson <Garett.Stevemon@kitchener.ca> Subject: Zone Change Application ZC17/010/F/GS Hello. I am writing to inquire about the status of OP17/003/F/GS and ZC17/010/F/GS. 9 Page 265 of 291 I am a resident of the area and was curious as to the current status of these proposals. I live in one of the houses that will be demolished to build a parking lot and wish to know if these changes have been finalized and/or when construction might begin. If the changes have not been decided upon, I'm also curious if input is still being accepted about these changes. The forms on the website have a deadline of 2017. Thank you for your help. --Cameom 4 Page 266 of 291 I'm writing to object to the proposed zoning changes to Becker St included in OP17/003/F/GS and ZC17/010/F/GS. As part of these plans, 3 house -style apartment buildings will be demolished to build a parking lot. Given that there is a shortage of affordable housing in Kitchener, it is absurd to demolish 3 apartment buildings, so that a business can expand its parking. I live in one of the houses that will be demolished as part of this plan. I started a family here and it is the only home my son has ever known. Indeed, we have lived here longer than it has been owned in some capacity by Henry Walser. Mr. Walser himself came to my door to ask for the then owner's contact information. I didn't know then that he wanted to tear down our home. The set of apartment buildings on this block house multiple families, with a number of small children who go to school together. In fact, if it were not for COVID-19 restrictions, these children would have spent this summer playing together in the yard and attached to our apartment. If we continue to live here, we want to build a shared place for the neighbourhood children to play together. In this yard, our family has built a garden that we've expanded every year. In it we grow vegetables to feed our family and plant regional wildflowers that benefit the local pollinators. Pandemic permitting, we even hope to provide space to local friends who are not as fortunate as us to have the space to garden. We take our place in our community and environment seriously and are thankful that we can use what we have to give back to both. I am glad that Henry Walser's business is doing well and that he has the access to capital that allows him to purchase multiple apartment buildings. But some of us do not have access to such capital. We live in homes that we have poured years of love into. We cannot simply pick up and move into another apartment without real emotional and financial costs. If Henry Walser would like to expand his business, I encourage the city to allow him to do so in a way that does not kick normal people from their homes. Thank you. Cameron Walker Page 267 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Gary Winger Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 3:43 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Crematorium - Henry Walser Hi Garett, I am writing regarding Mr. Walser's application requesting that the City of Kitchener grant an exception to the by-law that would allow him to proceed with building a crematorium in a residential area. As longtime home owners on Rosemount Avenue we are totally against the City granting an exception to the current by- law to allow Mr Walser to proceed with the crematorium. People have made decisions ( usually the largest financial decision in their lives ) based on the nature of the neighborhood, City by-laws, schools, etc. As such it is imperative that we be able to rely on and trust the City to stick with by-laws that prohibit businesses from seeking to boost profit at the expense of local residents. There is no demonstrable evidence for the need of the City to allow for a contravention of a by-law that exists to protect a well established and beautiful neighborhood. We believe that there is adequate crematorium service now in the Region - and certainly there is adequate land appropriately designated for such business. Please do not grant this exception. Thank you, Gary & Sylvia Winger Page 268 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Lily Winstel Sent: Tuesday, October 13, 2020 7:02 PM To: Garett Stevenson Subject: [EXTERNAL] Henry Walter Funeral Home request to install a crematorium Hello Mr. Stevenson I'm writing to you to voice my concern and displeasure at the possibly of having a crematorium within my neighbourhood. As per the City's own guidelines, crematoriums belong in an industrial zone of the city, not in a residential neighbourhood. Is this something you would like within your residential neighbourhood? Please do not allow this zone change, it is bad enough that we all have to put up infill. Regards L. Winstel Sent from my iPad Page 269 of 291 NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING for a development in your neighbourhood. 07 Frederick Street Et 40-48 Becker Street Concept Drawing Arlik AD eo emo Have Your Woke Heard! Date: January 9, 2023 Time; To be determined Locations CouncilChambers, Kitchener City Hall 00 King Street West o r irtual Zoom Meeting To Griew the staff report. agenda. meeting details, start time of this item or to appear as a delegation, visit: kitc h ene r,c a /meetings To learn more about this project, including information on your appeal rights, visit: www.kitchener.ca/ Plan ningAppl!cations o r contact: Funeral Crematorium+ Reduced Garett Stevenson, Interim Director Home Cremator Setbacks to 519.74 ..2200 x 7070 Becker S, garett.stevenson� :.,itchener.ca Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments will be considered to change the land use designation and zoning for 40-48 Becker Street to permit commercial uses, including a funeral home. Special zoning regulations are also proposed for reduced setbacks from Becker Street. These properties, along with 507 F -ederick Street, are also proposed to permita Crematorium/Cremator as a permitted use. Page 270 of 291 1 600 Southgate Drive Guelph ON Canada N1G 4P6 January 29, 2021 Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP City of Kitchener 200 King Street West PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 T: 519.741.2200 ext. 7070 E: Garett.Stevenson@kitchener.ca Tel: +1.519.823.1311 Fax: +1.519.823.1316 E-mail: solutions@rwdi.com Re: Peer Review of Documents Prepared by Trinity Consultants City of Kitchener Crematoria RWDI Reference No. 2100787 Dear Mr. Stevenson, RWDI was retained by the City of Kitchener to conduct a peer review of a Land Use Compatibility Study prepared by Trinity Consultants. This will be to support an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning Bylaw Amendment application to permit an expansion of an existing funeral home, as well as a new crematorium/cremator on site. We understand that the initial application has been recently revised and now requests to permit a cremator used on site. Specifically, the peer review will address (and provide commentary on) the Land Use Compatibility Study, as well as the conclusions of the ESDM and AA reports. We will provide our professional opinion on the following items: • What industrial facility class would the proposed crematorium/cremator be considered by the MECP D -series guidelines. • What would an appropriate setback for a crematorium/cremator exhaust stacks from a property zoned or used for residential purposes. • What site specific studies should be prepared to evaluate any potential adverse impacts of the proposed crematorium/cremator on site. We were also retained to provide comment on the following documents: • Emissions Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report prepared by Trinity; and, • Acoustic Assessment Report (AAR) also prepared by Trinity. BEST MANAGED This document is intended for the sole use of the party to whom it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged COMPANIES and/or confidential. If you have received this in error, please notify us immediately. Accessible document formats provided upon Page 2��CQ.IC�14'11 Katinummm9w request. O RWDre I name and logo aregistered trademarks in Canada and the United States of America. 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 . JANUARY 29, 2021 Air Quality Land Use Compatibility Study The Land Use Compatibility Study is generally acceptable, with one key exception. In Section 7.1.1, the Land Use Compatibility Study states the following: Based on Trinity's experience in permitting and conducting air quality testing and monitoring at crematoriums using the FT -III cremator, Trinity has not detected odour or observed smoke from the cremation units inside the building or from the exhaust stacks in the outdoor environment. There is no quantitative evidence to support this statement, in either the Land Use Compatibility Study or the ESDM Report, which is discussed below. The use of emission factors for specific contaminants such as particulate matter (e.g., smoke) addresses this issue with respect to the ESDM report and the associated requirements under O. Reg. 419/05 and MECP Guideline A10. This does not deal with odour, however. Odour measurements should be provided for the cremation units, based on similar units installed elsewhere, or testing performed by the manufacturer. Qualitative statements such as those in Section 7.1.1 do not provide comfort that adverse effects due to odour will be avoided. We do agree with the classification of the operation as a Class 1 industry under MECP Guideline D6. The minimum set back distance of 20 metes from sensitive receptors (e.g., residences) recommended in MECP Guideline D6 is met. The ESDM report does partially satisfy the need for technical study when there are sensitive receptors within the influence area of 70 metres specified in the guideline. As noted above, however, odour must still be assessed quantitatively before we can reach the same conclusions as the Land Use Compatibility Study. Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report There are a number of inadequacies and errors noted in the ESDM Report, which are covered in the following sections. Appendix B. Site Plans The Site Plans provided in Appendix B do not meet the requirements set out in O. Reg. 419/05: Local Air Quality and MECP Guideline A10: Procedure for Preparing an ESDM Report. Sources of contaminant are not clearly identified, nor are coordinates provided, and no building heights are provided. Site plans that meet the regulatory requirements are mandatory and must be provided. Based on the site plans provided, the dispersion modelling assessment cannot be reviewed. Page 2 Page 272 of 291 r 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 JANUARY 29, 2021 Appendix E. Natural Gas Combustion Appendix E notes that factors for liquefied petroleum gas were considered for the comfort heating equipment, which is not appropriate for natural gas-fired heating equipment. Emissions were not actually calculated however, so there appears to be no impact on the conclusions of the assessment. Appendix E. Combustion of Casket and Body The particulate matter (PM) emission factor for Combustion of Casket and Body noted in Appendix E does not match the values on Table 2.3-2 of Chapter 2.3 of the AP -42 emission factors. Also, the column heading at the right of this table indicates "Natural Gas Combustion Emissions per Retort", which does not appear to be correct. The conversion from Maximum Hourly Bodies Cremated to Maximum Weight of Body Per Hour appears to be incorrect. The calculations use a conversion rate of 1000 lbs/ton, which is incorrect. This does lead to a significant overprediction however, which is conservative. Appendix E. Grinder Unit The throughput of 100 lbs/hr provided for the Grinding Unit in Appendix E does not match the hourly throughput provided in the Combustion of Casket and Body (120 lbs/hr). Appendix C.• Dispersion Modelling Files The information provided in Appendix G is completely insufficient to determine whether or not the modelling assessment was conducted in an appropriate manner. The electronic input and output files should be provided to provide certainty that the modelling meets the requirements of MECP Guideline A11: Air Dispersion Modelling Guideline for Ontario. Appendix H.• Manufacturer's Specifications No specifications are provided for the Facultative Technologies Model FT III DE Cremator. Based on a review of the Facultative Technologies website, the burner ratings used in the calculations do appear to be correct, however this information should be included in the ESDM Report. Page 3 Page 273 of 291 r 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 JANUARY 29, 2021 Noise Land Use Compatibility Study We do not agree with the classification of this facility as a Class I facility. Figure 6-1 of the acoustic assessment report demonstrates that sound levels at the property line will range from approximately 50 to 60 decibels. Sound at these levels is clearly audible. Since it is anticipated that the facility will be audible at the property line, the facility would be classified as a Class II facility. Despite the classification, the Acoustic Assessment Report demonstrates that with mitigation and with the proposed setbacks, sound levels from the facility meet the requirements of NPC -300. The conclusions of the land use compatibility study, with respect to noise emissions, therefore, remain the same regardless of the classification of the facility. Section 7.2.2 of the Land Use Compatibility Study states that a detailed sound monitoring program is proposed and will be used to supplement the AAR that will be submitted to the MECP. It's not clear what the impetus for conducting this study is or what the expected outcome is. Should the mitigation recommendations in the AAR be modified as a result, it is recommended that the revised AAR be reviewed to ensure that the modified recommendations don't impact the conclusion of the Land Use Compatibility Study. Acoustic Assessment Report In general, we are in agreement with the acoustic assessment report, prepared by Trinity Consultants and dated October 6, 2020. A detailed review of the modelling has not been undertaken at this time, so these findings represent a high-level review for major deficiencies. Sound Data The sound power levels used in the modeling for the acoustic assessment report are largely based on manufacturer data. While this is common practice when sources of noise cannot be measured, it leads to increased uncertainty in the assessment results. Greater certainty could be achieved by measurement of sources; however, this is not required. Sound power levels used in the modeling appear to be in line with expected sound levels for these types of equipment. This applies to both the cremator and to existing sources at the site. Model Configuration The model configuration used in the acoustic assessment report included conservative modeling options. Ground absorption of zero, and two orders of reflection both produce conservative results (i.e. higher impacts). Page 4 Page 274 of 291 r 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 JANUARY 29, 2021 Mitigation The acoustic assessment report states that mitigation is required to achieve compliance at receptors to the south west. The report recommends a barrier located along the property line. Based on the calculations provided in the acoustic assessment report, the barrier reduces sound levels to comply with NPC -300. This is an appropriate means of reducing Sound levels at these points of reception. Conclusions The report concludes that the facility will meet the requirements of NPC -300 with the installation of a noise barrier. Based on the details presented in the report, it appears that this is an appropriate conclusion. Conclusions The ESDM report is incomplete, and the missing information prevents us from completing our review at this time. Until appropriate site plans and dispersion modelling files are provided, no conclusions can be reached about the validity of the ESDM report. A high-level review of the Acoustic Assessment Report shows some conservatism, but generally accepted sound power levels for sources and modelling methodology. If the AAR is revised as alluded to in section 7.2.2 of the Land Use Compatibility Study, we recommend that that the revised AAR be reviewed to ensure that the results of the Land Use Compatibility Study are not affected. As noted above, we are generally in agreement with the conclusions in the Land Use Compatibility Study. However, odour must still be assessed quantitatively before we can confirm that we agree with the conclusions of the study. Yours truly, RWDI AIR Inc. Melissa Annett, d.E.T. Senior Project Manager, Principal MEA/kta Attach. Page 5 Page 275 of 291 Garett Stevenson From: Kristen Barisdale <kbarisdale@gspgroup.ca> Sent: Saturday, April 10, 2021 10:53 AM To: Garett Stevenson Cc: Henry Walser Subject: [EXTERNAL] FW: Henry Walser - Peer review - updated EDSM Report Good morning Garett, Below is the response from Trinity Consultants as it relates to the peer review comments provided earlier this year. I wanted to draw to your attention that additional information and material noted in the Trinity document and response below is based on compliance source testing conducted in 2019 at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre in Windsor, Ontario as they are currently using the same cremation units proposed for Walser Funeral Home. Further to our brief conversation earlier this week, I am preparing a covering letter and brief planning opinion letter to proceed with the OPA/ZAB with the cremation unit removed at this time. I am hoping to have it to you earlier next weeks. Let us know if you have any questions. Thanks! GSP Group and Hilton Landmark offices are currently closed. I am working remotely. Please contact me using email and/or cellphone. F25 JV N Kristen Barisdale, MCIP, RPP Associate — Senior Planner GSP Group Inc. P: 519 569 8883 ext. 248 C: 519 212 5771 kbarisdale(cDQsPQroup.ca 72 Victoria Street South, Suite 201 Kitchener, ON, N2G 4Y9 twitter instagram linkedin From: Henry Walser <hwalser@henrywalser.ca> Sent: Friday, April 2, 20214:23 PM To: Kristen Barisdale <kbarisdale@gspgroup.ca> Subject: Henry Walser - Peer review - updated EDSM Report Hi Kristen, Follow this link for the Air Quality Assessment (EDSM Report) - Updated version with Source Testing Results - https://files.trinityconsultants.com/link/ycixmT8Mx]3uaBNRV4szLTm Page 276 of 291 Below is Trinity's responses to the Peer Review. The Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling (ESDM) Report was updated to address and incorporate the peer review comments. In addition to addressing and incorporating the peer review comments, the following key modifications were incorporated as part of this ESDM Report: All emissions, with the exception of nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and sulphur dioxide, have now been estimated using source testing results from compliance source testing conducted in 2019 at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre in Windsor, Ontario. Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre uses a Facultatieve FT III Cremator, which is identical to the cremation unit proposed to be installed at HWFH. The previous ESDM Report had assessed the proposed installation of two cremation units. However, based on updated business forecasting by HWFH, HWFH is proposing to install one cremation unit, rather than two cremations units. The previous ESDM Report had assessed a highly conservative emissions scenario of 2,920 cremations per year based on the cremations unit operating continuously throughout the year. The updated ESDM Report has been revised based on the cremation unit handling a maximum of 1,500 cremations per year. The updated ESDM Report and the air dispersion modelling files can be downloaded using the following link: https: //files.trinityconsultants.com/link/MPnfGhGhz3ItLokB1 N FbVT Please see below for the comments from the Peer Reviewer, in orange, and Trinity's response to the peer review comment, in blue. Comment #1: Land Use Compatibility Study In Section 7.1.1, the Land Use Compatibility Study states the following: Based on Trinity's experience in permitting and conducting air quality testing and monitoring at crematoriums using the FT -III cremator, Trinity has not detected odour or observed smoke from the cremation units inside the building or from the exhaust stacks in the outdoor environment. There is no quantitative evidence to support this statement, in either the Land Use Compatibility Study or the Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report. The use of emission factors for specific contaminants such as particulate Page 277 of 291 matter (e.g., smoke) addresses this issue with respect to the ESDM report and the associated requirements under 0. Reg. 419/05 and MECP Guideline A10. This does not deal with odour, however. Please provide odour measurements for the cremation units, based on similar units installed elsewhere, or testing performed by the manufacturer. Response to Comment #1: The ESDM Report has been updated to address this comment and includes the calculation of odour emission rates using odour results from compliance source testing conducted by Wood EIS in 2019 at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre in Windsor, Ontario which uses a Facultatieve FT III Cremator, identical to that proposed to be installed at HWFH. The calculated odour emission rates were modelled using AERMOD air dispersion model with a factor of 1.65 to convert the modelling results from 1 -hour to a 10 -minute time -averaging period, in accordance with MECP guidelines. The calculation of the odour emission rates for the Facility using the source testing results are provided in Appendix E of the ESDM Report. A summary of the odour model input and outputs are provided in Appendix G of the ESDM Report, with the maximum odour impacts at the sensitive receptors summarized in the Emission Summary Table in Appendix F of the ESDM Report. Relevant pages of this stack testing report to support the odour emission calculations are provided in Appendix I. Based on odour concentrations lower than 1 OU at all points at or beyond the Facility's property line, odour from the cremation unit is not expected to cause an adverse impact at the sensitive receptors. Comment #2: Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report — Appendix B: Site Plans The Site Plans provided in Appendix B do not meet the requirements set out in 0. Reg. 419/05: Local Air Quality and MECP Guideline A10: Procedure for Preparing an ESDM Report. Sources of contaminant are not clearly identified, nor are coordinates provided, and no building heights are provided. Site plans that meet the regulatory requirements are mandatory and must be provided. Based on the site plans provided, the dispersion modelling assessment cannot be reviewed. Please provide site plans that meet the regulatory requirements. Response to Comment #2: Page 278 of 291 A site plan has been provided as Figure B1 in Appendix B of the updated ESDM Report. The scaled site plan includes the property boundaries, UTM coordinates, location of the stacks and building and gable heights. The site plan was created using the AERMOD model layout and provides and the required information. Comment #3: Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report — Appendix E: Natural Gas Combustion Appendix E notes that factors for liquefied petroleum gas were considered for the comfort heating equipment, which is not appropriate for natural gas-fired heating equipment. Emissions were not actually calculated however, so there appears to be no impact on the conclusions of the assessment. Please confirm and update as needed. Response to Comment #3: Confirmed and updated. Please refer to the updated ESDM Report. Comment #4: Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report — Appendix E: Combustion of Casket and Body The particulate matter (PM) emission factor for Combustion of Casket and Body noted in Appendix E does not match the values on Table 2.3-2 of Chapter 2.3 of the AP -42 emission factors. Also, the column heading at the right of this table indicates "Natural Gas Combustion Emissions per Retort", which does not appear to be correct. Please update and confirm as needed. The conversion from Maximum Hourly Bodies Cremated to Maximum Weight of Body Per Hour appears to be incorrect. The calculations use a conversion rate of 1000 lbs/ton, which is incorrect. Please update and confirm as needed. Response to Comment #4: Page 279 of 291 The updated ESDM Report has been revised to calculate PM emissions using results from the source testing conducted in 2019 at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre in Windsor, Ontario which uses a Facultatieve FT III Cremator, identical to that proposed to be installed at HWFH. Comment #5: Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report — Appendix E: Grinder Unit The throughput of 100 lbs/hr provided for the Grinding Unit in Appendix E does not match the hourly throughput provided in the Combustion of Casket and Body (120 lbs/hr). Please update. Response to Comment #5: The throughput of 100 lbs/hr is a 24-hour time -averaged throughput. Based on 8 cremations per day with each cremation consisting of a 300 pound body, the total mass throughput is 2400 lbs over 24 hours, which corresponds to the stated throughput of 100 lbs/hr. The updated ESDM Report has been revised to provide clarification. Comment #6: Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report — Appendix G: Dispersion Modelling Files The information provided in Appendix G is completely insufficient to determine whether or not the modelling assessment was conducted in an appropriate manner. The electronic input and output files should be provided to provide certainty that the modelling meets the requirements of MECP Guideline All: Air Dispersion Modelling Guideline for Ontario. Please update. Response to Comment #6: Page 280 of 291 The dispersion modelling files, and the updated ESDM Report, can be downloaded using the link provided above. Comment #7: Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report — Appendix H: Manufacturer's Specifications No specifications are provided for the Facultative Technologies Model FT III DE Cremator. Based on a review of the Facultative Technologies website, the burner ratings used in the calculations do appear to be correct, however this information should be included in the ESDM Report. Please update. Response to Comment #7: Please refer to Appendix H of the updated ESDM Report for the manufacturer's specification for Facultative Technologies Model FT III DE Cremator. Comment #8: Section 7.2.2 of the Land Use Compatibility Study states that a detailed sound monitoring program is proposed and will be used to supplement the AAR that will be submitted to the MECP. It's not clear what the impetus for conducting this study is or what the expected outcome is. Should the mitigation recommendations in the AAR be modified as a result, the City will require a review of the revised AAR to ensure that the modified recommendations don't impact the conclusion of the Land Use Compatibility Study. Please provide. Response to Comment #8: Due to unsuitable weather over the winter months and COVID restrictions, a background noise monitoring program could not be completed. The intention of the proposed background noise monitoring program had been to evaluate the existing background sound levels. The mitigations identified in the Acoustic Assessment Report Page 281 of 291 (AAR) have not changed. The AAR, and the ESDM Report, will be submitted to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) as part of the application for an Environmental Compliance Approval (ECA). This email has been scanned by the Symantec Email Security.cloud service. For more information please visit http://www.symanteccloud.com Page 282 of 291 600 Southgate Drive Tel: +1.519.823.1311 Guelph ON Canada Fax: +1.519.823.1316 . N1G 41D6 E-mail: solutions@rwdi.com May 26, 2021 Garett Stevenson, BES, RPP, MCIP City of Kitchener 200 King Street West PO Box 1118 Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7 T: 519.741.2200 ext. 7070 E: Garett.StevensonPkitchener.ca Re: Peer Review of Documents Prepared by Trinity Consultants City of Kitchener Crematoria RWDI Reference No. 2100787 Dear Mr. Stevenson, RWDI has reviewed the responses, updated ESDM report and dispersion modelling fields provided by Trinity Consultants Ontario Inc. via e-mail from Henry Walser Funeral Home Ltd. on April 2, 2021. The following sections provide a synopsis of our review. Air Quality Land Use Compatibility Study The air quality issues raised previously with respect to the Land Use Compatibility Study have been addressed with the updated ESDM Report and the associated source testing information. Emission Summary and Dispersion Modelling Report The updated ESDM report provides the necessary clarifications and information required to complete our review. There are no longer any outstanding material issues with the assessment. With the source testing information and odour analysis provided, and the move from two cremation units to a single unit, we are satisfied that the proposed facility will be in compliance with the appropriate benchmarks, and does not pose a significant risk with respect to air quality. This statement is based on the stipulation that the unit continues to function optimally. Periodic source testing should be conducted to ensure that this is the case. We have noted several minor issues in the ESDM report, which are provided below for informational purposes only. BEST MANAGED This document is intended for the sole use of the party to whom it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged COMPANIES and/or confidential. Ifyou have received this in error, please notify us immediately. Accessible document formats provided upon Page 2Y�Uo/CQ.�C�14�11 Platinum member request. O RWDI name and logo are registered trademarks in Canada and the United States ofAmerica. y r 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 MAY 26, 2021 Appendix E The source description for the High Speed Cremulator (HSC) has numerous typographical errors, making it difficult to follow, but the calculations themselves appear reasonable. Appendix F The title of the table in Appendix F refers to Mount Pleasant Group of Cemeteries, Mount Pleasant Crematorium (Toronto, Ontario). This does not appear to affect the analysis, as the dispersion factor used was for distances of 20 metres or less, which is conservative. The conversion from the 1 -hour dispersion factor to 24-hour, 30 -day and annual averaging periods is not shown but does follow the formula presented in MECP Guideline A11. The screening of contaminants using this methodology requires that like sources of emissions also be included. Emissions of total suspended particulate from the Grinder unit were not included. While this error was noted in our review, it does not change the outcome of the assessment. Furthermore, despite being deemed insignificant, emissions of total suspended particulate were still carried forward to the dispersion modelling analysis, rendering the point moot. Noise Land Use Compatibility Study We do not agree with the classification of this facility as a Class I facility. Figure 6-1 of the acoustic assessment report demonstrates that sound levels at the property line will range from approximately 50 to 60 decibels. Sound at these levels is clearly audible. Since it is anticipated that the facility will be audible at the property line, the facility would be classified as a Class 11 facility. Despite the classification, the Acoustic Assessment Report demonstrates that with mitigation and with the proposed setbacks, sound levels from the facility meet the requirements of NPC -300. The conclusions of the land use compatibility study, with respect to noise emissions, therefore, remain the same regardless of the classification of the facility. Section 7.2.2 of the Land Use Compatibility Study states that a detailed sound monitoring program is proposed and will be used to supplement the AAR that will be submitted to the MECP. It's not clear what the impetus for conducting this study is or what the expected outcome is. Should the mitigation recommendations in the AAR be modified as a result, it is recommended that the revised AAR be reviewed to ensure that the modified recommendations don't impact the conclusion of the Land Use Compatibility Study. Page 2 Page 284 of 291 r 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 MAY 26, 2021 Acoustic Assessment Report In general, we are in agreement with the acoustic assessment report, prepared by Trinity Consultants and dated October 6, 2020. A detailed review of the modelling has not been undertaken at this time, so these findings represent a high-level review for major deficiencies, Sound Data The sound power levels used in the modeling for the acoustic assessment report are largely based on manufacturer data. While this is common practice when sources of noise cannot be measured, it leads to increased uncertainty in the assessment results. Greater certainty could be achieved by measurement of sources; however, this is not required. Sound power levels used in the modeling appear to be in line with expected sound levels for these types of equipment. This applies to both the cremator and to existing sources at the site. Model Configuration The model configuration used in the acoustic assessment report included conservative modeling options. Ground absorption of zero, and two orders of reflection both produce conservative results (i.e. higher impacts). Mitigation The acoustic assessment report states that mitigation is required to achieve compliance at receptors to the south west. The report recommends a barrier located along the property line. Based on the calculations provided in the acoustic assessment report, the barrier reduces sound levels to comply with NPC -300. This is an appropriate means of reducing Sound levels at these points of reception. Conclusions The report concludes that the facility will meet the requirements of NPC -300 with the installation of a noise barrier. Based on the details presented in the report, it appears that this is an appropriate conclusion. Conclusions The air quality concerns raised previously with respect to the ESDM report and Land Use Compatibility Study have been addressed. This statement is based on the stipulation that the unit continues to function optimally. Periodic source testing should be conducted to ensure that this is the case. A high-level review of the Acoustic Assessment Report shows some conservatism, but generally accepted sound power levels for sources and modelling methodology. Page 3 Page 285 of 291 r 1 Mr. Garett Stevenson City of Kitchener RWDI#2100787 MAY 26, 2021 If the AAR is revised as alluded to in section 7.2.2 of the Land Use Compatibility Study, we recommend that that the revised AAR be reviewed to ensure that the results of the Land Use Compatibility Study are not affected. Yours truly, RWDI AIR Inc. Wim.__..._. , Melissa Annett, d.E.T. Senior Project Manager, Principal MEA/ kta Attach. Page 4 Page 286 of 291