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Committee of Adjustment
Committee Minutes
March 21, 2023, 10:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
City of Kitchener
200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Present: D. Pateman, Chair
S. Hannah, Member
D. Gundrum, Member
B. Santos, Member
Staff: T. Malone-Wright, Supervisor, Development Applications
S. Ryder, Transportation Services
E. Schneider, Planner
M. Mills, Committee Administrator
A. Fox, Administrative Clerk
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1. COMMENCEMENT
The meeting commenced at 10:02 a.m.
2. MINUTES
That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held February
21, 2023, as circulated to the members, be accepted.
3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF
3.1 B. Santos - A 2022-126 - 44 Rusholme Road, DSD-2023-119
B. Santos declared a pecuniary interest with respect to minor variance
application A 2022-126 - 44 Rusholme Road, DSD-2023-119 on the agenda this
date due to his relationship with the property owner. Accordingly, B. Santos did
not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter.
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3.2 D. Pateman - B 2023-010 & A 2023-037 - 709 Glasgow Street, DSD-2023-107
D. Pateman declared a pecuniary interest with respect to consent application B
2023-010 and minor variance application A 2023-037 - 709 Glasgow Street,
DSD-2023-107 on the agenda this date due to a conflict arising from his
employment. Accordingly, D. Pateman did not participate in any discussion or
vote regarding this matter.
3.3 D. Gundrum - B 2023-011 & A 2023-038 131 St. George Street, DSD-2023-
099
D. Gundrum declared a pecuniary interest with respect to consent application B
2023-011 and minor variance application A 2023-038 - 131 St. George Street,
DSD-2023-099 on the agenda this date as he resides within the vicinity of the
subject property. Accordingly, D. Gundrum did not participate in any discussion
or vote regarding this matter.
3.4 S. Hannah - B 2023-011 & A 2023-038 131 St. George Street, DSD-2023-099
S. Hannah declared a pecuniary interest with respect to consent application B
2023-011 and minor variance application A 2023-038 - 131 St. George Street,
DSD-2023-099 on the agenda this date due to a family member residing within
the vicinity of the subject property. Accordingly, S. Hannah did not participate in
any discussion or vote regarding this matter.
4. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE AND / OR CONSENT PURSUANT
TO THE PLANNING ACT
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5.1 A 2022-126 - 44 Rusholme Road, DSD-2023-119
Submission No.: A 2022-126
Applicants: 2829591 Ontario Inc.
Property Location: 44 Rusholme Road
Legal Description: Part Lot 13 and 14, Plan 352
B. Santos did not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter due
to his previously declared conflict. B. Santos left the meeting at this time.
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Wiebe
K. Darling
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Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
C. Wiebe
C. Pidgeon
G. Levene
D. Eisenberg
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit an interior side yard setback of 1.5m rather than the
required 3.0m, to facilitate the construction of an addition in the rear yard of an
existing single detached dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
119, dated March 10, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated September 26, 2022, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated September 29, 2022, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
C. Wiebe was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of 2829591 ONTARIO INC requesting a minor variance to
the Zoning By-law to permit an interior side yard setback of 1.5m rather than the
required 3.0m, to facilitate the construction of an addition in the rear yard of an
existing single detached dwelling, generally in accordance with the Site Plan
drawings prepared by Gren Weis Architect and Associates, dated February 22,
2023, on Part Lot 13 and 14, Plan 352, 44 Rusholme Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
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2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
5.2 B 2022-057 - 193 Louisa Street (Amended), DSD-2023-098
B. Santos re-entered the meeting at this time.
Submission No.: B 2022-057
Applicants: Mohammad Gohari
Property Location: 193 Louisa Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 321, Plan 376
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Gohari
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land to allow each half of an existing semi-detached dwelling to be dealt with
independently. The severed land at the corner of Louisa Street and Weber Street
will have a width of 13.18m, a depth ranging from 13.28m to 22.62m, and an
area of 237.0sq.m. The retained parcel will have a width of 7.52m, a depth
ranging from 22.62m to 27.94m, and an area of 190.0sq.m. Consent is also
requested to create a servicing easement over Part 1 on the severed land in
favour of the retained land, having a width of 4.5m, a length of 13.18m and an
area of 59.3sq.m.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
098, dated March 6, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 15, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
M. Gohari was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
It was presented by staff and agreed by the Committee to amend Condition 15
proposed by the Region of Waterloo as outlined in the report DSD-2023-098, of
15. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement between the
property owner and the Region of Waterloo, to the satisfaction of the
Region of Waterloo, registered on title for both the retained and severed
lands that includes the requirement for the following warning clauses in all
agreements of Offers of Purchase and sale/lease/rental agreements:
traffic on Weber Street and Region of Waterloo Railway may occasionally
interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as the sound levels
exceed the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo and the Ministry of
the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP).
its assigns or successors in interest has or have a rights-of-way within 300
metres from the land the subject thereof. There may be alterations to or
expansions of the railway facilities on such rights-of-way in the future
including the possibility that the railway or its assigns or successors as
aforesaid may expand its operations, which expansion may affect the
living environment of the residents in the vicinity, notwithstanding the
inclusion of any noise and vibration attenuating measures in the design of
the development and individual dwelling(s). CNR will not be responsible
for any complaints or claims arising from use of such facilities and/or
operations on, over or under the aforesaid rights-
Moved by D. Gundrum
Seconded by B. Santos
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That the application of MOHAMMAD GOHARI requesting consent to sever a
parcel of land to allow each half of an existing semi-detached dwelling to be dealt
with independently. The severed land at the corner of Louisa Street and Weber
Street will have a width of 13.18m, a depth ranging from 13.28m to 22.62m, and
an area of 237.0sq.m. The retained parcel will have a width of 7.52m, a depth
ranging from 22.62m to 27.94m, and an area of 190.0sq.m. Consent is also
requested to create a servicing easement over Part 1 on the severed land in
favour of the retained land, having a width of 13.18m, a length of 4.5m and an
area of 59.3sq, on Part Lot 321, Plan 376, 193 Louisa Street, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property
to th
3. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
4. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
Development Applications:
a) A clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement(s)
and of the rights and privileges being granted therein (including
detailed terms and/or conditions of any required maintenance, liability
and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto); and
b) A clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement(s) being
granted shall be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and
shall not be amended, released, or otherwise dealt with without the
express written consent of the City.
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Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to the City
Solicitor, be provided to the City Solicitor.
6. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the
municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
7. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing (digital
AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding layer names and
ngineering
Services, prior to deed endorsement.
8. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the installation
of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained lands to the
Services.
9. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to the
10. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction of the
need to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the property line and
have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street to the satisfaction of the
11. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication equal to $11,862.00 of the value of the lands to
be severed.
12. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to the
Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
13. That the property owner shall apply for and obtain the required access
permit(s) to the satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo.
14. That the property owner shall apply for and obtain approval of a Regional
Work Permit from Regional Corridor Management Division of any works within or
-of-way and Region of Waterloo Railway
Corridor.
15. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement between the property
owner and the Region of Waterloo, to the satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo,
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registered on title for both the retained and severed lands that includes the
requirement for the following warning clauses in all agreements of Offers of
Purchase and sale/lease/rental agreements:
ls due to increasing
traffic on Weber Street and Region of Waterloo Railway may
occasionally interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as
the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of
Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks
(MECP).
or its assigns or successors in interest has or have a rights-of-way
within 300 metres from the land the subject thereof. There may be
alterations to or expansions of the railway facilities on such rights-of-
way in the future including the possibility that the railway or its assigns
or successors as aforesaid may expand its operations, which
expansion may affect the living environment of the residents in the
vicinity, notwithstanding the inclusion of any noise and vibration
attenuating measures in the design of the development and individual
dwelling(s). CNR will not be responsible for any complaints or claims
arising from use of such facilities and/or operations on, over or under
the aforesaid rights-
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 A 2023-024 & A 2023-025 - 271 & 273 Hartwood Avenue, DSD-2023-122
Submission No.: A 2023-024
Applicants: Bojan & Nikola Karanovic
Property Location: 271 & 273 Hartwood Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lot 101, Plan 806; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
21576
Appearances:
In Support:
B. Karanovic
Contra:
M. Corry
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a driveway with an attached garage for a semi-detached
dwelling to have a width of 5.2m rather than the maximum permitted 3.0m (40%
of the lot width).
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
122, dated March 10, 2023, recommending refusal as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
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B. Karanovic was in attendance in opposition to the staff recommendation.
M. Corry was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation and was of
the opinion that the conversion of the front yard into a parking lot is a significant
detraction from the neighborhood design characteristics. M. Corry also noted
water drainage would be limited only to storm sewers and items for garbage
collection, as well, snow removal would require encroachment onto neighbouring
properties. In response, B. Karanovic noted the subject property is regulated by
both Zoning By-law 85-1 and 2019-051, and the driveways were constructed with
consideration for both by-laws. B. Karanovic also cited safety concerns with the
current parking configuration; some cars vacate the driveway and block a lane in
the street, to create sufficient space for other cars to exit driveway.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright noted, at the
time the dwelling was constructed, both Zoning By-law 85-1 and 2019-051 were
in effect, however, the most restrictive by-law (2019-051) determined the
permitted driveway size which is a single driveway.
S. Hannah was of the opinion that the proposed variance is not in aligned with
the neighbourhood design characteristics.
The following motions were then voted and were Carried, on with S. Hannah, B.
Santos and D. Gundrum voting in favour; and, D. Pateman voting in opposition.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by D. Gundrum
Submission No. A 2023-024
That the application of BOJAN KARANOVIC requesting a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a driveway with an attached garage for a semi-detached
dwelling to have a width of 5.2m rather than the maximum permitted 3.0m (40%
of the lot width), on Part Lot 101, Plan 806; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
21576, 271 Hartwood Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE REFUSED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are not minor.
2. This application is not desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan would not be maintained on the subject property.
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Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
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www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
Submission No. 2023-025
That the application of NIKOLA KARANOVIC requesting a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a driveway with an attached garage for a semi-detached
dwelling to have a width of 5.2m rather than the maximum permitted 3.0m (40%
of the lot width), on Part Lot 101, Plan 806; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
21576, 273 Hartwood Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE REFUSED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are not minor.
2. This application is not desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan would not be maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.2 A 2023-026 - 74 Boehmer Street, DSD-2023-105
Submission No.: A 2023-026
Applicants: Akshat Chowdhary & Harsimran Kaur
Property Location: 74 Boehmer Street
Legal Description: Lot 1, Plan 318
Appearances:
In Support:
S. Head
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Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit the conversion of the existing detached garage into an
Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) to be located 0.5m from the rear lot
line rather than the required 0.6m, an area of 391sq.m rather than the required
395sq.m; and, a width of 11.9m rather than required 13.1m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
105, dated March 15, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
S. Head was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by D. Gundrum
Seconded by B. Santos
That the application of AKSHAT CHOWDHARY and HARSIMRAN KAUR
requesting a minor variance to the Zoning By-law to permit the conversion of the
existing detached garage into an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) to
be located 0.5m from the rear lot line rather than the required 0.6m, an area of
391sq.m rather than the required 395sq.m; and, a width of 11.9m rather than
required 13.1m, in accordance with drawings prepared by Dryden Smith & Head,
dated January 12, 2023, on Lot 1, Plan 318, 74 Boehmer Street, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
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3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which are
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.3 A 2023-027 - 289-295 Sheldon Avenue North, DSD-2023-110
Submission No.: A 2023-027
Applicants: 2843837 Ontario Inc.
Property Location: 289-295 Sheldon Avenue North
Legal Description: Part Lot 180, Plan 651
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Matson
J. Scarfone
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
A. Hawkins
A. Hawkins
A. & S. Reeves
D. Machmueller
G. Manos
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-Law to permit a southerly interior side yard setback of 2.55m rather
than the required 3.0m; and, a Floor Space Ratio of 0.75 rather than the
permitted 0.6, to facilitate the construction of two multi-residential buildings each
containing 20 units. The two existing dwellings are proposed to be demolished.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
110, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
C. Matson and J. Scarfone were in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
In response to questions from the Committee, J. Scarfone noted a noise study
will be conducted through the condominium application.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of 2843837 ONTARIO INC requesting a minor variance to
the Zoning By-Law to permit a southerly interior side yard setback of 2.55m
rather than the required 3.0m; and, a Floor Space Ratio of 0.75 rather than the
permitted 0.6, to facilitate the construction of two multi-residential buildings each
containing 20 units. The two existing dwellings are proposed to be demolished, in
accordance with Site Plan Application SP22/132/S/TS, dated October 12, 2022,
on Part Lot 180, Plan 651, 289-295 Sheldon Avenue North, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, whic
www.kitchener.ca.
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Carried
6.4 A 2023-028 - 1005 Ottawa Street North, DSD-2023-117
Submission No.: A 2023-028
Applicants: First Capital (Kitchener) Corporation
Property Location: 1005 Ottawa Street North
Legal Description: Part Block E & F, Plan 1170; being Parts 1 & 2 on Reference
Plan 58R-3606
Appearances:
In Support:
E. Sugden
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit 0 Class A bicycle stalls rather than the required 7 Class
A bicycle stalls; and, a landscaped area of 11.4% rather than the required 20%,
to facilitate the redevelopment of Stanley Park Mall with a new Canadian Tire
store.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
117, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
E. Sugden was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation. In
response to questions from the Committee, it was noted that Class B bicycle
parking will be provided at the proposed development.
The following motion was then voted on and was Carried, with D. Pateman, B.
Santos and D. Gundrum voting in favour; and, S. Hannah voting in opposition.
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Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of FIRST CAPITAL (KITCHENER) CORPORATION
requesting a minor variance to the Zoning By-law to permit 0 Class A bicycle
stalls rather than the required 7 Class A bicycle stalls; and, a landscaped area of
11.4% rather than the required 20%, to facilitate the redevelopment of Stanley
Park Mall with a new Canadian Tire store, generally in accordance with Site Plan
Application SP22/088/O/LT, on Part Block E & F, Plan 1170; being Parts 1 & 2
on Reference Plan 58R-3606, in accordance with Site Plan Application
SP22/088/O/LT, Plan 1170, 1005 Ottawa Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.5 A 2023-029 - 57 Barbara Crescent, DSD-2023-108
Submission No.: A 2023-029
Applicants: 2611601 Ontario Inc.
Property Location: 57 Barbara Crescent
Legal Description: Part Lot 17, Plan 702; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
21126
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Hale
Contra:
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J. Hale
Written Submissions:
D. Vukovic
T. Ferguson
T. Kondo
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) on a lot
having an area of 344.9sq.m rather than the required 395.0sq.m; and, on a lot
having a width of 9.4m rather than the required 13.1m, to facilitate the
construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of a
duplex dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
108, dated March 15, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Hale was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by D. Gundrum
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of 2611601 ONTARIO INC requesting a minor variance to
the Zoning By-law to permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) on a
lot having an area of 344.9sq.m rather than the required 395.0sq.m; and, on a lot
having a width of 9.4m rather than the required 13.1m, to facilitate the
construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of a
duplex dwelling, on Part Lot 17, Plan 702; being Part 1 on Reference Plan 58R-
21126, in accordance with drawings prepared by ACI Survey Consultants, dated
December 16, 2020, 57 Barbara Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
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2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.6 A 2023-030 - 59 Barbara Crescent, DSD-2023-108
Submission No.: A 2023-030
Applicants: 2611601 Ontario Inc.
Property Location: 59 Barbara Crescent
Legal Description: Part 17, Plan 702; being Part 2 on Reference Plan 58R-
21126
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Hale
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
D. Vujovic
T. Ferguson
T. Kondo
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) on a lot
having an area of 344.9sq.m rather than the required 395.0sq.m; and, on a lot
having a width of 9.4m rather than the required 13.1m, to facilitate the
construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of a
duplex dwelling.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
108, dated March 15, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Hale was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by D. Gundrum
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of 2611601 ONTARIO INC requesting a minor variance to
the Zoning By-law to permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) on a
lot having an area of 344.9sq.m rather than the required 395.0sq.m; and, on a lot
having a width of 9.4m rather than the required 13.1m, to facilitate the
construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of a
duplex dwelling, on Part 17, Plan 702; being Part 2 on Reference Plan 58R-
21126, in accordance with drawings prepared ACI Survey Consultants, dated
December 16, 2020, 59 Barbara Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.7 A 2023-031 - 299 Newbury Drive, DSD-2023-100
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Submission No.: A 2023-031
Applicants: Gordon & Rebecca Thompson
Property Location: 299 Newbury Drive
Legal Description: Lot 20, Plan 1701
Appearances:
In Support:
G. Thompson
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
K. Sequeira
R. Dsouza
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a required parking space to be located 2.1m from the
street (property) line rather than the required 6.0m, to facilitate the conversion of
the existing single detached dwelling into a duplex dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
100, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
G. Thompson was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of GORDON THOMPSON and REBECCA THOMPSON
requesting a minor variance to the Zoning By-law to permit a required parking
space to be located 2.1m from the street (property) line rather than the required
6.0m, to facilitate the conversion of the existing single detached dwelling into a
duplex dwelling, in accordance with the drawings prepared by Peter Ciuciura,
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dated January 31, 2023, on Lot 20, Plan 1701, 299 Newbury Drive, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.8 A 2023-032 - 22 Hebel Place, DSD-2023-102
Submission No.: A 2023-032
Applicants: Andre Templeton
Property Location: 22 Hebel Place
Legal Description: Subdivision 17, Lot 182, German Company Tract; being Part
3 on Reference Plan 58R-5221
Appearances:
In Support:
A. Templeton
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a required parking space to be located 0.5m from the
street (property) line rather than the required 6.0m, to facilitate the conversion of
the existing semi-detached dwelling into a semi-detached duplex dwelling.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
102, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
A. Templeton was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation. In
response to questions from the Committee, A. Templeton noted, it was uncertain
whether the front façade of the garage would be modified with a second
pedestrian entrance.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright confirmed the
property is regulated by Zoning by-law 85-1 which does not permit two
pedestrian entrances on the front façade of a dwelling unit. As such, the
applicant would need to request permission for an additional minor variance, if it
is their intent to construct an additional pedestrian entrance.
The Committee indicated detailed internal plans should have been provided with
the application.
The applicant requested that the Committee defer consideration of the
application, to allow an opportunity to determine whether a second pedestrian will
be required.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of ANDRE BRUCE TEMPLETON requesting a minor
variance to the Zoning By-law to permit a required parking space to be located
0.5m from the street (property) line rather than the required 6.0m, to facilitate the
conversion of the existing semi-detached dwelling into a semi-detached duplex
dwelling, on Subdivision 17, Lot 182, German Company Tract; being Part 3 on
Reference Plan 58R-5221, 22 Hebel Place, Kitchener, Ontario, BE DEFERRED
until May 16, 2023, to allow an opportunity for the applicant to provide internal
floor plans and, to provide a revised application, if it is determined that an
additional pedestrian will be constructed on the front façade of the garage.
Carried
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6.9 A 2023-033 - 364 Wellington Street North, DSD-2023-138
Submission No.: A 2023-033
Applicants: Harold & Jeanne Reed
Property Location: 364 Wellington Street North
Legal Description: Lot 23, Plan 125
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Reed
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a triplex on a lot having a width of 12.1m rather than the
required 13.1m; and, to permit the driveway to be comprised of concrete and
grass rather than material that is consistent throughout the driveway, and
material distinguishable from all other ground cover or surfacing including
landscaping or walkways, to facilitate the conversion of a single detached
dwelling into a triplex.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
138, dated February 28, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
M. Reed was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation and
requested that the Committee omit conditions 1 and 2 proposed by Metrolinx as it
is an unnecessary and onerous process.
The Committee discussed and agreed to remove conditions 1 and 2 as outlined
in the report DSD-2023-138, of the Committee's decision this date and further,
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that the Committee decision be amended to specifically refer to the existing
dwelling as a two-unit dwelling.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of HAROLD EMERSON MICHAEL REED and JEANNE
LOUISE REED requesting a minor variance to the Zoning By-law to permit a lot
having a width of 12.1m rather than the required 13.1m; and, to permit the
driveway to be comprised of concrete and grass rather than material that is
consistent throughout the driveway, and material distinguishable from all other
ground cover or surfacing including landscaping or walkways, to facilitate the
conversion of an existing single detached dwelling (Duplex) into a triplex, in
accordance with drawings prepared by Mike Reed dated February 2, 2023, on
Lot 23, Plan 125, Part 1, 364 Wellington Street North, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.10 A 2023-034 - 106 Chandler Drive, DSD-2023-115
Submission No.: A 2023-034
Applicants: Emmanuel Teixeira
Property Location: 106 Chandler Drive
Legal Description: Lot 18, Plan 1270
Appearances:
In Support:
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C. Fernandes
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a lot width of 16.15m rather than the required 19.0m;
and, a front yard setback of 5.6m rather than the required 8.63m, to facilitate the
addition of 3 dwelling units to the existing 3-unit multiple dwelling, having a total
of 6 dwelling units.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
115, dated March 10, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
C. Fernandes was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of EMMANUEL ROBERTO TEIXEIRA requesting a minor
variance to the Zoning By-law to permit a lot width of 16.15m rather than the
required 19.0m; and, a front yard setback of 5.6m rather than the required 8.63m,
to facilitate the addition of 3 dwelling units to the existing 3-unit multiple dwelling,
having a total of 6 dwelling units, generally in accordance with drawings prepared
by Jackman Construction, dated October 13, 2022, on Lot 18, Plan 1270, 106
Chandler Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
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3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.11 A 2023-035 - 12 Orchard Mill Crescent, DSD-2023-103
Submission No.: A 2023-035
Applicants: Dinesh & Ekta Gupta
Property Location: 12 Orchard Mill Crescent
Legal Description: Lot 16, Plan 1472
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Gupta
M. Shah
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit a required parking space to be located 2.4m from the
street (property) line rather than the required 6.0m, to facilitate the conversion of
the existing single detached dwelling into a duplex dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
103, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
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The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
M. Shah was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by D. Gundrum
That the application of DINESH KUMAR GUPTA and EKTA GUPTA requesting a
minor variance to the Zoning By-law 85-1 to permit a required parking space to
be located 2.4m from the street (property) line rather than the required 6.0m, to
facilitate the conversion of the existing single detached dwelling into a duplex
dwelling, in accordance with the drawings prepared by Blue Prints Permit, dated
January 12, 2023, on Lot 16, Plan 1472, 12 Orchard Mill Crescent, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.12 A 2023-036 - 183 Ottawa Street South, DSD-2023-106
Submission No.: A 2023-036
Applicants: Anthony Radovic
Property Location: 183 Ottawa Street South
Legal Description: Lot 239, Plan 262
Appearances:
In Support:
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R. Rogan
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law to permit an 8-unit multiple unit dwelling to have a parking
requirement of 0 rather than the required 10 parking spaces and to permit 0
visitor parking spaces rather than the required 2 parking spaces.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
106, dated March 15, 2023, recommending approval as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
R. Rogan was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright noted the
existing parking space is proposed to be converted into Class A Bicycle parking.
Moved by D. Gundrum
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of ANTHONY ERWIN RADOVIC requesting a minor
variance to the Zoning By-law 85-1 to permit an 8-unit multiple unit dwelling to
have a parking requirement of 0 rather than the required 10 parking spaces and
to permit 0 visitor parking spaces rather than the required 2 parking spaces, in
accordance with drawings prepared by Rogan Home Design, dated January 18,
2022, on Lot 239, Plan 262, 183 Ottawa Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
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2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.13 B 2023-007 - 60 Third Avenue, DSD-2023-118
Submission No.: B 2023-007
Applicants: Zoran Bogunovic
Property Location: 60 Third Avenue
Legal Description: Part Lot 36, Plan 254
Appearances:
In Support:
B. Jokanovic
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 9.6m, a depth of 40.0m, an area of 384.2sq.m.. The
retained land will have a width of 9.6m, a depth of 40.0m, and an area of
384.5sq.m. Both parcels will continue to be a residential use, the retained land
with the existing detached dwelling, the severed land is proposed for a residential
duplex dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
118, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 15, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application, subject to the conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 6, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
B. Jokanovic was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
The Committee was of the opinion that the subject property is a considerable
distance from roads that exceed sound level limits due to increased road traffic.
The Committee discussed and agreed to remove condition 13 proposed by the
Region of Waterloo as outlined in the report DSD-2023-
decision this date.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of ZORAN BOGUNOVIC requesting consent to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 9.6m, a depth of 40.0m, an area of 384.2 sq.m.,
on Part Lot 36, Plan 254, 60 Third Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED,
subject to the following conditions:
1.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property
Revenue Division.
3. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
4. That the property owner shall:
a) Complete a Building Code Assessment for the existing dwelling
proposed to be retained on the \[severed or retained\] parcel of land,
prepared by a qualified person, to confirm that the proposed property
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line and any of the building adjacent to this new property line complies
with the Ontario Building Code, to
Building Official. The assessment shall address items such as, but not
include recommendations such as closing in of openings pending
spatial separation calculation results.
b) A Building Permit shall be obtained for any remedial work/upgrades
required by the Building Code Assessment.
5. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to the
municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services.
6. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing (digital
AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding layer names and
asset information to the satisfaction of the
Services, prior to deed endorsement.
7. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the installation
of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained lands to the
ctor of Engineering Services.
8. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to the
ervices.
9. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement elevation
Director of Engineering Services. If this is not the case, then the owner will need
to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a
Director of Engineering Services.
10. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication of $11,862.00.
11. That the property owner shall fulfill one of the following two requirements to
ensure that any City-owned tree will not be impacted by the proposed
development:
a) Enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener, to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title to the severed and retained lands,
which shall include the following:
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i) That the property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan, in accordanc
Policy, demonstrating protection and preservation of the City-owned
tree that is located adjacent to the severed and/or retained lands, to
Cemeteries. Said plan shall include, among other matters, the
identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, a landscaped
area and the vegetation to be preserved. No changes to the said plan
Parks and Cemeteries.
ii) That the property owner shall implement the Tree Protection and
Enhancement Plan, prior to any tree removal, grading, servicing or the
issuance of any demolition and/or building permits, to the satisfaction
Parks and Cemeteries.
iii) That the property owner shall maintain the severed and retained
lands, in accordance with the approved Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan, for the life of the development.
OR
b) That the property owner shall make arrangements regarding financial
Director of Parks and Cemeteries.
12. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to the
Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into acc-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
6.14 B 2023-008 to 009 - 241-243 Victoria Street South, DSD-2023-126
Submission No.: B 2023-008 to 009
Applicants: Willowside Housing Co-Operative Inc.
Property Location: 241-243 Victoria Street South
Legal Description: Part Lot 552, Plan 378
Appearances:
In Support:
S. Patterson
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 9.4m along Victoria Street South, a depth of 41.4m, an
area of 389.3sq.m to be conveyed as a lot addition to the adjacent property
municipally addressed as 239 Victoria Street South. Consent is also requested to
create an easement on the retained lands, having a width of 13.1m along Victoria
Street South, a depth of 41.4m, an area of 545.2sq.m and will provide access to
the adjacent property municipally addressed as 239 Victoria Street South.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
126, dated March 8, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 15, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application, subject to conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application, subject to the conditions as outlined in the
report.
S. Patterson was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation. In
response to questions from the Committee, S. Patterson noted an access
easement is required for 239 Victoria Street South as a Site Plan application for a
proposed a 6-storey residential apartment on 239 and 235 Victoria Street South
has been submitted. The requested easement through the conveyed lands is to
permit access to underground parking at the proposed development and further,
approval of the Site Plan application is subject to the approval of the requested
easement.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by B. Santos
Submission No. B 2023-008
That the application of WILLOWSIDE HOUSING CO-OPERATIVE INC
requesting consent to sever a parcel of land having a width of 9.4m along
Victoria Street South, a depth of 41.4m, an area of 389.3sq.m to be conveyed as
a lot addition to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 239 Victoria
Street South, on Part Lot 552, Plan 378, 241-243 Victoria Street South,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That property owner shall ensure that the lands to be severed be added to
the abutting lands, municipally addressed as 239 Victoria Street South
and title be taken into identical ownership as the abutting lands. The deed
endorsement shall include that any subsequent conveyance of the parcel
to be severed shall comply with Section 50(3) and/or (5) of the Planning
Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended.
2.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
3. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject
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4. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
size paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
5. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
6. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) for the minor consent
application review fee of $465.00.
7. That the property owner shall submit a Stamp Plan B Site Plan Application
to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning to update site plan for
existing multiple dwelling development at 241-243 Victoria Street South.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
decision-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
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Carried
Submission No. B 2023-009
That the application of WILLOWSIDE HOUSING CO-OPERATIVE INC
requesting consent to grant an easement on the retained lands, having a width of
13.1m along Victoria Street South, a depth of 41.4m, an area of 545.2sq.m and
will provide access to the adjacent property municipally addressed as 239
Victoria Street South, on Part Lot 552, Plan 378, 241-243 Victoria Street South,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. nts
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and the City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject
3. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
size paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
4. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following, and shall
Development Applications:
a) a clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement(s)
and of the rights and privileges being granted therein (including
detailed terms and/or conditions of any required maintenance, liability
and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto); and
b) a clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement(s) being
granted shall be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and
shall not be amended, released or otherwise dealt with without the
express written consent of the City.
ertaking, to register the approved Transfer
Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to the City
Solicitor, be provided to the City Solicitor.
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It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
6.15 B 2023-012 - 160 Weber Street West, DSD-2023-081
Submission No.: B 2023-12
Applicants: White Star Treading and Investments Ltd.
Property Location: 160 Weber Street West
Legal Description: Part Lot 321 to 322, Plan 376
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Crummer
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
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None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 9.4m, a southerly depth of 41.3m, an area of 366sq.m.
The retained land will have a width of 9.4m, a northerly depth of 27.9m and, an
area of 295sq.m. Both parcels are intended to be constructed with detached
dwellings.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
081, dated March 2, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 15, 2023, advising they have no concerns with the subject
application, subject to the conditions as outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Crummer was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
The Committee discussed and agreed to remove conditions 14 and 15 as
outlined in the report DSD-2023-081;and, further include an additional condition
as outlined below:
That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region of
Waterloo, to be registered on title for the severed and retained lands that
includes the requirement for the following noise warning clause in all
agreements of Offers of Sale/Lease/Rental Agreements to the satisfaction
of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.
i) Purchasers / tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing
traffic on Weber Street and Region of Waterloo Railway may occasionally
interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as the sound levels
exceed the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo and the Ministry of
the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP).
ii) Warning: Region of Waterloo / Canadian National Railway Company or
its assigns or successors in interest has or have a rights-of-way within 300
metres from the land the subject thereof. There may be alterations to or
expansions of the railway facilities on such rights-of-way in the future
including the possibility that the railway or its assigns or successors as
aforesaid may expand its operations, which expansion may affect the
living environment of the residents in the vicinity, notwithstanding the
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inclusion of any noise and vibration attenuating measures in the design of
the development and individual dwelling(s). CNR will not be responsible
for any complaints or claims arising from use of such facilities and/or
operations on, over or under the aforesaid rights-of-
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by B. Santos
That the application of WHITE STAR TRADING AND INVESTMENTS LTD
requesting consent to sever a parcel of land having a width of 9.4m, a southerly
depth of 41.3m, an area of 366sq.m., on Part Lot 321,to 322, Plan 376, 160
Weber Street West, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
conditions:
1.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property
to the satisfaction of
3. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
4. That the property owner shall obtain Demolition Control Approval, in
accordan-law, to the satisfaction of
5. That the property owner shall obtain a Demolition Permit, for the existing
(single detached dwelling) proposed to be demolished, to the satisfaction
of the Chief Building Official, and removes the existing dwelling prior to
deed endorsement.
6. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to
the municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of
Engineering Services.
7. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing
(digital AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
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of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
8. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
9. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
Services.
10. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
the owner will need to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the
property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street
11. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication equal to $11,862.00 of the value of the
lands to be severed.
12. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the
registered on title
of the severed and retained lands, which shall include the following:
a) That the property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan for the severed and retained lands, in accordance
licy, to the satisfaction of and
among other matters, the identification of a proposed building
envelope/work zone, a landscaped area and the vegetation to be
preserved. No changes to the said plan shall be granted except with
b) That the property owner shall implement the Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan, prior to any tree removal, grading, servicing, or the
issuance of any demolition and/or building permits, to the satisfaction
13. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to the
Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
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14. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region of
Waterloo, to be registered on title for the severed and retained lands that
includes the requirement for the following noise warning clause in all agreements
of Offers of Sale/Lease/Rental Agreements to the satisfaction of the Regional
Municipality of Waterloo.
i) Purchasers / tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing
traffic on Weber Street and Region of Waterloo Railway may
occasionally interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as
the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of
Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks
(MECP).
ii) Warning: Region of Waterloo / Canadian National Railway Company
or its assigns or successors in interest has or have a rights-of-way
within 300 metres from the land the subject thereof. There may be
alterations to or expansions of the railway facilities on such rights-of-
way in the future including the possibility that the railway or its assigns
or successors as aforesaid may expand its operations, which
expansion may affect the living environment of the residents in the
vicinity, notwithstanding the inclusion of any noise and vibration
attenuating measures in the design of the development and individual
dwelling(s). CNR will not be responsible for any complaints or claims
arising from use of such facilities and/or operations on, over or under
the aforesaid rights-of-
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
6.16 B 2023-010 & A 2023-037 - 709 Glasgow Street, DSD-2023-107
Submission No.: B 2023-010 & A 2023-037
Applicants: John Gallivan & Susan Homer
Property Location: 709 Glasgow Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 44, Plan 793; being Part 2 of Reference Plan 58R-
1423
D. Pateman did not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter
due to his previously declared conflict. D. Pateman left the meeting at this time.
S. Hannah assumed Chair at this time.
Appearances:
In Support:
N. van Oyen
Contra:
K. Lawson
J. Chapman
Written Submissions:
K. Lawson B. Wyse
A. Grieve P. Wiebe Milburn
R. Rielly
H. Clahorn C. Moolenburgh
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R. & K. Unndonger K. Nulo
L. & G. S. Taylor
G. & R. Hauser E. Carpenter
V. R. T. Riedel
M. & S. Talwar V. Bindlish
A. Bass
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 20.0m, a depth of 126.0m, and an area of 2,581.0sq.m.
The retained land will have a width of 26.0m, a depth of 125.0m, and an area of
4,043sq.m. In addition, a minor variance to the Zoning By-law is requested, to
permit a width of 20.0m rather than the required 24.0m, to facilitate the creation
of a lot for the proposed single detached dwelling. Both parcels will continue to
be a residential use, the retained land with the existing detached dwelling, the
severed land is proposed for a new residential dwelling.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
107, dated March 15, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023 and March 15, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application, subject to conditions as outlined in the
report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
N. Banoya was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
K. Lawson was in attendance in opposition staff recommendation and noted the
proposed the site does not preserve woodlands.
J. Chapman was in attendance in opposition to the staff recommendation and
requested the Committee defer consideration of the application, in order for the
applicants to propose alternative locations for the building envelope where the
removal of trees will not be required. In response, N. Banoya noted the proposed
building envelope is subject to change due to approval of a future tree
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preservation plan that Staff deem most appropriate. As such, N. Banoya assured
the Committee that a deferral is not required as appropriate tree preservation will
be ensured through the future tree preservation plan.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright noted, Staff
proposed a condition requiring the applicant to provide an updated tree
preservation enhancement plan at the time building plans are known, to ensure
there are minimal impact to trees on the subject development site. Further,
grading and drainage would also be reviewed to ensure tree preservation. In
terms of compatibility with the neighbourhood characteristics, T. Malone-Wright
noted, severing the frontage of the property does not impact the streetscape.
The Committee discussed and agreed to defer consideration of the application to
May 2023 to allow an opportunity for the applicant to provide alternatives to the
lot fabrication and the location of the proposed building envelope.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by D. Gundrum
Submission No. B 2023-010
That the application of JOHN BRIAN GALLIVAN and SUSAN ELAINE HOMER
requesting consent to sever a parcel of land having a width of 20.0m, a depth of
126.0m, and an area of 2,581.0sq.m. The retained land will have a width of
26.0m, a depth of 125.0m, and an area of 4,043sq.m, generally in accordance
with drawings prepared by Van Harten Survey Inc, dated January 18, 2023, on
Part Lot 44, Plan 793; being Part 2 of Reference Plan 58R-1423, 709 Glasgow
Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE DEFERRED until May 16, 2023, to allow an
opportunity for the applicant to provide alternatives to the lot fabrication and the
location of the proposed building envelope.
Carried
Submission No. A 2023-037
That the application of JOHN BRIAN GALLIVAN and SUSAN ELAINE HOMER
requesting a minor variance to the Zoning By-law is requested, to permit a width
of 20.0m rather than the required 24.0m, to facilitate the creation of a lot for the
proposed single detached dwelling. Both parcels will continue to be a residential
use, the retained land with the existing detached dwelling, the severed land is
proposed for a new residential dwelling, generally in accordance with drawings
prepared by Van Harten Survey Inc, dated January 18, 2023, on Part Lot 44,
Plan 793; being Part 2 of Reference Plan 58R-1423, 709 Glasgow Street,
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Kitchener, Ontario, BE DEFERRED until May 16, 2023, to allow an opportunity
for the applicant to provide alternatives to the lot fabrication and the location of
the proposed building envelope.
Carried
6.17 B 2023-011 & A 2023-038 - 131 St. George Street , DSD-2023-099
Submission No.: B 2023-011 & A 2023-038
Applicants: Ilir Faikovski
Property Location: 131 St. George Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 16, Plan 390
D. Gundrum and S. Hannah did not participate in any discussion or vote
regarding this matter due to their previously declared conflicts. D. Gundrum and
S. Hannah left the meeting at this time.
D. Pateman re-entered the meeting at this time and re-assumed Chair position.
Appearances:
In Support:
J. Crummer
Contra:
None.
Written Submissions:
None.
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 11.0m along St. George Street, a depth of 23.7m, and an
area of 263.6sq.m. The retained parcel will have a width of 12.8m along Cedar
Street, a depth of 21.9m, an area of 280.9sq.m and will contain the existing
single detached dwelling municipally addressed as 131 St. George Street. In
addition, a minor variance to the Zoning By-law is requested, to permit the
existing dwelling to have a rear yard setback of 6.3m rather than the required
7.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
099, dated March 7, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
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The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023 and March 15, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application, subject to conditions as outlined in the
report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Crummer was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation and
requested that the Committee omit condition 12 as outlined in the Staff Report for
application B 2023-011 as this condition requires a tree preservation and
enhancement plan where there are no trees on the subject property. In response,
T. Malone-Wright noted this condition addresses potential damage to trees on
neighbouring properties as a result of development at the subject site.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by D. Pateman
Submission No. B 2023-011
That the application of ILIR FAIKOVSKI requesting consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 11.0m along St. George Street, a depth of 23.7m, and an
area of 263.6sq.m., on Part Lot 16, Plan 390, 131 St. George Street, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That Minor Variance Application A 2023-038 receive final approval.
2.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
3. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property
4. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
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5. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to
the municipal servicing system to the satisfaction of the Director of
Engineering Service
6. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing
(digital AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
7. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services.
8. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
Services.
9. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
the owner will need to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the
property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street
10. That the property owner shall:
a) Complete a Building Code Assessment for the existing dwelling
proposed to be retained on the retained parcel of land, prepared by a
qualified person, to confirm that the proposed property line and any of
the building adjacent to this new property line complies with the
s Chief Building
Official. The assessment shall address items such as, but not limited
recommendations such as closing in of openings pending spatial
separation calculation results.
b) A Building Permit shall be obtained for any remedial work/ upgrades
required by the Building Code Assessment.
11. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication equal to $11,862.00 of the value of the lands to
be severed.
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12. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction of the City
le of the
severed and retained lands, which shall include the following:
a) That the property owner shall prepare a Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan for the severed and retained lands, in accordance
sfaction of and
among other matters, the identification of a proposed building
envelope/work zone, a landscaped area and the vegetation to be
preserved. No changes to the said plan shall be granted except with
b) That the property owner shall implement the Tree Preservation and
Enhancement Plan, prior to any tree removal, grading, servicing or the
issuance of any demolition and/or building permits, to the satisfaction
13. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to the
Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
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(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. A 2023-038
That the application of ILIR FAIKOVSKI requesting a minor variance to the
Zoning By-law is requested, to permit the existing dwelling to have a rear yard
setback of 6.3m rather than the required 7.5m, on Part Lot 16, Plan 390, 131 St.
George Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.18 B 2023-013 to 015 & A 2023-039 - 137 Queen Street South, DSD-2023-123
Submission No.: B 2023-013 to 015 & A 2023-039
Applicants: St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Property Location: 137 Queen Street South
Legal Description: Part Lot 6 & 7, Plan 394
D. Gundrum and S. Hannah re-entered the meeting at this time.
Appearances:
In Support:
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H. Price M. Bolan
P. Maxwell M. Maxwell
J. Lavallee S. Ritter
D. Kotewicz
Contra:
J. Heidinga M. Leonard
M. Kowalski S. Mitchell
H. Lee F. Campbell
A. Heidinga W. Brock
Written Submissions:
S. Prasad
J. Heidinga
The Committee was advised the applicant requested consent to sever a parcel of
land having a width of 16.3m along Queen Street South, a depth of 27.0m and an
area of 440.6sq.m and will contain an existing dwelling municipally addressed as
149 Queen Street South (B 2023-013 - Parcel B on the application). Consent is
also requested to sever an irregular shaped parcel of land having a width of 7.4m
along Queen Street South, an approximate depth of 60.0m, an area of
1,663.5sq.m and is proposed for an affordable housing development (B 2023-
014 - Parcel C on the application). The retained parcel (Parcel A on the
application) will have a width of 29.4m along Queen Street South, a depth of
47.0m and an area of 1,935.9sq.m and will contain an existing building, St. Paul's
Church, municipally addressed as 137 Queen Street South. Consent is also
requested to create two easements over the severed lands (Parcel B) for parking
and access; Easement 1 at the rear of the property is in favour of 137 Queen
Street South and will have a width of 12.0m, a length of 36.7m and an area of
440sq.m; Easement 2 at the front of the property is in favour of 137 and 149
Queen Street South having a width 7.5m on Queen Street South, a length of
27.0m and an area of 203 sq.m. Consent is also requested to create an
easement on the retained land, Easement 3 in favour of Parcel C having a width
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of 3.2m, a length of 24.4m and an area of 78.0sq.m, for parking and access.
Lastly, a minor variance to the Zoning By-law is being requested to provide 0
parking spaces rather than the required 37 parking spaces, to facilitate the
severance of lands for an affordable housing development on Parcel C.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-
123, dated March 13, 2023, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated March 2, 2023 and March 15, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application, subject to conditions as outlined in the
report.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 2, 2023, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
J. Heidinga was in attendance in opposition of the staff recommendation
expressing concerns with shadowing and the impacts on the retirement
residence within the vicinity of the proposed development.
M. Bolan, H. Price, and P. Maxwell were in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation. P. Maxell noted, financing for the proposed affordable housing
development requires that the property be severed.
In response to questions from the Committee, H. Price confirmed underground
parking would be provided at the proposed development however, the church will
only have to access this parking space.
It was presented by staff and agreed by the Committee to amend the staff
recommendation as outlined in the report DSD-2023-
decision this date with the following:
Revising the clerical error related to the application number, B 2023-013,
recommendation B. It was noted in Condition 4a) that the existing dwelling
is proposed to be retained parcel of land rather than the severed parcel of
land.
Replace Condition 4b) related to the application number, B 2023-013,
obtain a Building Permit for any remedial work/ upgrades required by the
Building Code Assessment.
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Revising the clerical error related to recommendation C. It was noted as
application B 2023-015 rather than B 2023-014.
Omit the following conditions from recommendation C: 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11 and
12.
Add the following conditions to recommendation C:
o 2. That the property owner shall
a) complete a Building Code Assessment for the existing church
building(s) proposed on the retained parcel of land, prepared by a
qualified person to confirm that the proposed property line and any
of the building adjacent to this new property line complies with the
Ontario Building Code, to the satisfa
Building Official. The assessment shall address items such as, but
shall include recommendations such as closing in of openings
pending spatial separation calculation results.
Building Official to agree to obtain a Building Permit for any
remedial work/upgrades required by the Building Code
Assessment.
o 7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the
Region of Waterloo, to be registered on title for the severed lands that
includes the requirement for the following noise warning clause in all
agreements of Offers of Sale/Lease/Rental Agreements to the
satisfaction of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo:
i) Purchasers/tenants are advised that due to the proximity of the
adjacent commercial uses, noise from these uses may at times be
audible.
ii) Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to
increasing road traffic on the municipal street system in the vicinity;
and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity may on
occasions interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants
as the sound levels may exceed the sound level limits of the
Region of Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment
Conservation & Parks (MOECP).
The following motion was then voted on and was Carried, with S. Hannah, B.
Santos and D. Pateman voting in favour; and, D. Gundrum voting in opposition.
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Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by B. Santos
Submission No. B 2023-013
That the application of ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH requesting consent to
sever a parcel of land having a width of 16.3m along Queen Street South, a
depth of 27.0m and an area of 440.6sq.m and will contain an existing dwelling
municipally addressed as 149 Queen Street South (B 2023-013 - Parcel B on the
application), on Part Lot 6 & 7, Plan 394, 137 Queen Street South, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall provide draft transfer documents and
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Security-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property
3. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
ogist.
4. That the property owner shall:
a) complete a Building Code Assessment for the existing dwelling
proposed to be retained on the severed parcel of land, prepared by a
qualified person, to confirm that the proposed property line and any of
the building adjacent to this new property line complies with the
Ontari
Official. The assessment shall address items such as, but not limited
recommendations such as closing in of openings pending spatial
separation calculation results.
for any remedial work/ upgrades required by the Building Code
Assessment.
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It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2023-014
That the application of ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH requesting consent to
application, having a width of 7.4m along Queen Street South, an approximate
depth of 60.0m, an area of 1,663.5sq.m to create two easements over the
severed lands (Parcel B) for parking and access; Easement 1 at the rear of the
property is in favour of 137 Queen Street South and will have a width of 12.0m, a
length of 36.7m and an area of 440sq.m; Easement 2 at the front of the property
is in favour of 137 and 149 Queen Street South having a width 7.5m on Queen
Street South, a length of 27.0m and an area of 203 sq.m., on Part Lot 6 & 7, Plan
394, 137 Queen Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the
following conditions:
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1. That Minor Variance Application A 2023-039 receives final approval.
2. That the property owner shall:
a) complete a Building Code Assessment for the existing church
building(s) proposed on the retained parcel of land, prepared by a
qualified person to confirm that the proposed property line and any of
the building adjacent to this new property line complies with the
Official. The assessment shall address items such as, but not limited
to, spatial separation of existing
recommendations such as closing in of openings pending spatial
separation calculation results.
Building Official to agree to obtain a Building Permit for any remedial
work/upgrades required by the Building Code Assessment.
associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the Secretary-
Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener
to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject property(ies) to the
5. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference
plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCAD)
or .dgn (Mirostation) format, as well as two full sized paper copies of the plan(s).
The digital file needs to
6. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the Easement(s)
being approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the
City Solicitor:
a) A clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement(s)
and of the rights and privileges being granted therein (including
detailed terms and/or conditions of ay required maintenance, liability
and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto).
b) A clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement(s) being
granted shall be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and
shall not be amended, released or otherwise dealt with without the
express written consent of the City.
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Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor be provided to the City Solicitor.
7. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region of
Waterloo, to be registered on title for the severed lands that includes the
requirement for the following noise warning clause in all agreements of Offers of
Sale/Lease/Rental Agreements to the satisfaction of the Regional Municipality of
Waterloo:
i) Purchasers/tenants are advised that due to the proximity of the
adjacent commercial uses, noise from these uses may at times be
audible.
ii) Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to
increasing road traffic on the municipal street system in the vicinity;
and any potential stationary noise sources in the vicinity may on
occasions interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants
as the sound levels may exceed the sound level limits of the
Region of Waterloo and the Ministry of the Environment
Conservation & Parks (MOECP).
8. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to the
Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as part of the -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
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Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. B 2023-015
That the application of ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH requesting consent to
create an easement on the retained land, identified as Easement 3 on the plan
submitted with the application in favour of Parcel C, having a width of 3.2m, a
length of 24.4m and an area of 78.0sq.m, for parking and access, on Part Lot 6 &
7, Plan 394, 137 Queen Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED,
subject to the following conditions:
1. That the Transfer Easement document(s) required to create the
Easement(s) being approved herein shall include the following and shall
be approved by the City Solicitor:
a) A clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement(s)
and of the rights and privileges being granted therein (including
detailed terms and/or conditions of any required maintenance, liability
and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto).
b) A clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement(s) being
granted shall be maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and
shall not be amended, released or otherwise dealt with without the
express written consent of the City.
Transfer Easement(s) and to immediately thereafter provide copies
thereof to the City Solicitor be provided to the City Solicitor.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
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2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into accoun-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
Submission No. A 2023-039
That the application of ST PAULS LUTHERAN CHURCH requesting a minor
variance to the Zoning By-law 85-1, is being requested to provide 0 parking
spaces rather than the required 37 parking spaces, to facilitate the severance of
lands for an affordable housing development on Parcel C, on Part Lot 6 & 7, Plan
394, 137 Queen Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
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process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which are
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
7. ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 12:36 p.m.
Marilyn Mills
Secretary-Treasurer
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