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Heritage Kitchener
Committee Minutes
January 3, 2023, 3:00 p.m.
Council Chambers
City of Kitchener
200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Present: Councillor D. Chapman
Councillor C. Michaud
D. Vongphakdy, Member
I. Bodendorfer, Member
J. Haalboom, Member
P. Ciuciura, Member
R. Schwarz, Member
S. Eckel-Braun, Member
D. Rosskopf, Member
N. Pikulski, Member
Staff: G. Stevenson, Manager, Development Review
D. Choudhry, Heritage Planner
J. Vieira, Heritage Planner
M. Blake, Committee Administrator
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1. Commencement
The Heritage Kitchener Committee held a meeting this date commencing at 3:00
p.m.
2. In Camera Meeting Authorization
On motion by Councillor D. Chapman
"That an in-camera meeting be held immediately prior to the public
meeting of the Heritage Kitchener Committee this date for members of the
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Heritage Kitchener Committee to receive education and training as
authorized by Section 239 (3.1) of the Municipal Act, 2001."
Carried
3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
None.
4. Discussion Items
4.1 Election of Chair & Vice Chair
On motion by Councillor C. Michaud
it was resolved:
"That Jean Haalboom be appointed Chair of the Heritage Kitchener
Committee for a term to expire November 14, 2024."
Carried
On motion by Councillor D. Chapman
it was resolved:
"That Peter Ciuciura be appointed Vice-Chair of the Heritage Kitchener
Committee for a term to expire November 14, 2024."
Carried
4.2 Draft Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), 58-60 Ellen Street East and 115
Lancaster Street East, DSD-2023-002
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
002, dated November 22, 2022 regarding a Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA)
for the properties municipally addressed as 58-60 Lancaster Street East and 115
Lancaster Street East located within the Civic Centre Neighbourhood Heritage
Conservation District (CCNHCD) and is designated under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act.
D. Choudhry, Heritage Planner, provided an overview of the Heritage Impact
Assessment, noting the redevelopment of the existing building includes multiple
alterations and a two-and-a-half storey addition located at the rear. D. Choudhry
and G. Stevenson, Interim Director of Planning were in attendance to respond to
questions from the Committee.
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M. Benjamins and M. Muller, John MacDonald Architect provided an overview
and were in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.
In response to questions from the Committee, M. Benjamins stated there are
existing tenants in the building. M. Benjamins noted options regarding
compensating portions of rent or allowing existing residents to return once the
development is complete are being considered.
M. Muller and M. Benjamins noted meetings with City Staff have occurred
regarding barrier free accessibility, potential planning concerns, and waste
management.
The Committee noted concerns and sought clarification regarding the
functionality and architectural design of the windows, and its impact on the
heritage value and character of the property.
4.3 Heritage Permit Application HPA-2022-V-030, 93 Lancaster Street East,
Roof Replacement with Material Change, DSD-2023-016
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
016, dated December 9, 2022 recommending approval of Heritage Permit
Application (HPA) HPA-2022-V-030 to permit the replacement of the existing
asphalt shingle roof with a metal roof at the property municipally addressed as 93
Lancaster Street East located within the Civic Centre Neighbourhood Heritage
Conservation District (CCNHCD) and is designated under Part V of the Ontario
Heritage Act.
J. Vieira, Heritage Planner, presented an overview of the proposed
development, stating the work outlined is required for long term maintenance
and function of the home and will not negatively impact the cultural heritage
value or interest of the property. J, Vieira and G. Stevenson were in attendance
to respond to questions from the Committee.
J. Gingerich was in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.
In response to questions from the Committee, J. Gingerich confirmed that the
metal roof proposed for the property would be built on top of the existing shingle
roof.
In response to questions from the Committee, Staff clarified there are no
guidelines in the Civic Centre plan that indicate metal roofs are inappropriate for
the area.
On motion by D. Vongphakdy
it was resolved:
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"That pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit
Application HPA-2022-V-030 be approved, as outlined in Development
Services Department report DSD-2023-016, to permit the replacement of
the existing asphalt shingle roof with a metal roof at the property
municipally addressed as 93 Lancaster Street East, in accordance with
the supplementary information submitted with the application."
Carried unanimously
4.4 Heritage Permit Application HPA-2022-V-033, 1246 Doon Village Road,
Demolition and Replacement of Front Sunroom, DSD-2023-017
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
017, dated December 13, 2022 recommending approval of Heritage Permit
Application (HPA) HPA-2022-V-033 to permit the demolition and reconstruction
of a front sunroom at the property municipally addressed as 1246 Doon Village
Road located within the Upper Doon Heritage Conservation District (UDHCD)
and is designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act, subject to one
condition.
D. Choudhry, Heritage Planner, presented an overview of the application, noting
the proposal aims to demolish and reconstruct the existing sunroom on the front
façade of the property. D. Choudhry and G. Stevenson were in attendance to
respond to questions from the Committee.
G. Sedra provided an overview of the application, and was available to respond
to questions from the Committee.
In response to questions from the Committee, G. Sedra stated the current
deterioration of the porch was likely caused by weather conditions overtime.
On motion by Councillor C. Michaud
it was resolved:
"That pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit
Application HPA-2022-V-032 be approved, as outlined in Development
Services Department report DSD-2023-017, to permit the demolition and
reconstruction of a front sunroom at the property municipally addressed as
1246 Doon Village Road, in accordance with the supplementary
information submitted with the application and subject to the following
conditions:
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1. That final building permit drawings be reviewed and heritage clearance
provided by Heritage Planning staff prior to the issuance of a building
permit."
Carried unanimously
4.5 Sub-Committee Updates
The Chair invited the Heritage Kitchener Sub-committees' remaining members
from the previous term to provide updates on their previous meetings and efforts.
G. Stevenson, Interim Director of Planning stated staff recommend a focus on
reviewing properties that are currently listed on their inventory for designation
due to Bill 23 and the recent changes to the Heritage Act.
Decolonizing the Heritage Process
Members: R. Schwarz
The Committee heard information from the previous Decolonizing the Heritage
Process Sub-committee members.
Designation and the Municipal Heritage Register
Members: P. Ciuciura, D. Vongphakdy, S. Eckel-Braun, Councillor Chapman
The Committee next heard information from the Designation and the Municipal
Heritage Register Sub-committee. P. Ciuciura provided details regarding the
Sub-committees previous work.
The Effects of Heritage Designation on Affordability
Members: Vacant
No additional information was provided regarding The Effects of Heritage
Designation on Affordability Sub-committee.
Promoting Cultural Heritage
Members: J. Haalboom, I. Bodendorfer, Councillor Michaud
The Committee heard information from the previous members of the Promoting
Cultural Heritage Sub-committee regarding their previous work. J. Haalboon
noted the significant role of promotion with regards to the recent changes to the
Heritage Act.
4.6 Status Updates - Heritage Best Practices Update and 2023 Priorities,
Heritage Impact Assessment Follow-ups
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5. Information Items
5.1 Heritage Permit Application Tracking Sheet
6. Adjournment
On motion, this meeting adjourned at approximately 5:45 p.m.
Mariah Blake
Committee Administrator
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