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Home My WebLink AboutDSD-2024-057 - Notice of Intention to Demolish 1027 King Street EastStaff Report r NJ :R Development Services Department www.kitchener.ca REPORT TO: Heritage Kitchener DATE OF MEETING: February 6, 2024 SUBMITTED BY: Garett Stevenson, Director of Development and Housing Approvals, 519-741-2200 ext. 7070 PREPARED BY: Jessica Vieira, Heritage Planner, 519-741-2200 ext. 7291 WARD(S) INVOLVED: Ward 9 DATE OF REPORT: January 18, 2024 REPORT NO.: DSD -2024-057 SUBJECT: Notice of Intention to Demolish 1027 King Street East RECOMMENDATION: That, in accordance with Section 27(3) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Notice of Intention to Demolish received on January 18, 2024, and dated January 17, 2024 regarding the property municipally addressed as 1027 King Street East, be received for information and that the notice period run its course. REPORT HIGHLIGHTS: • The purpose of this report is to present the proposed demolition of the property municipally addressed as 1027 King Street East, presently listed as a non -designated property of cultural heritage value or interest on the Municipal Heritage Register, as a Notice of Intention to Demolish dated January 17th, 2024 has been submitted (Attachment A). • The key finding of this report is that the Art Deco style tower is the only remaining component of the property which demonstrates cultural heritage value or interest. While its demolition would be considered an adverse impact as it results in the removal of original heritage fabric that possesses design/physical value, mitigation measures including salvage, documentation, and commemoration have been or are proposed to be implemented. Council should let the notice period run its course as designation is not recommended. • There are no financial implications associated with this report. • Community engagement included consultation with the Heritage Kitchener Committee. • This report supports the delivery of core services. *** This information is available in accessible formats upon request. *** Please call 519-741-2345 or TTY 1-866-969-9994 for assistance. Page 188 of 426 BACKGROUND: The Development Services Department is in receipt of a Notice of Intention to Demolish the existing building located on the property municipally addressed as 1027 King Street East, which is listed as a non -designated property of cultural heritage value or interest on the City's Municipal Heritage Register. The subject property was listed by City Council on February 1 st, 2010, and a copy of the associated Statement of Significance for the property can be found in Attachment B. The building is known as the former home of the Onward Manufacturing Company, which operated in this location from 1916 until approximately 1980. f� V 967 �4. !!I \ 983 991 1074 1001 �r KING EAST 5 51.6 t1 007 f f ! f !1015 51 fi � Sia 7 1122 q 50 Iw11LLcOURTLAND VVOODSIDE PARK ST • �� (;` P y.° F~ ti 564 rG] 14� 1105 r 1S 511 ~r 22 ;per 11125f��. /1175 Figure 1: Location Map of 1001-1027 King Street East and 534-564 Charles Street East An Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment that included the subject property was previously submitted to the City in 2022 and have received approval from Kitchener Council. The purpose of the amendments was to redesignate the lands to `Mixed Use Corridor with Special Policy Area 10', rezone the lands to `High Intensity Mixed Use corridor Zone (MU -3) with Special Regulation Provision 544R, 788R, and Holding Provision 100H, and increase or reduce various permissions including the maximum Floor Space Ratio, parking rates, and property setbacks. A Site Plan Application (Sp23/075/K/CD) has now been submitted, proposing the redevelopment of the site with a mixed-use building containing two towers, 11 and 29 storeys in height, as well as a four -storey podium. The demolition of the existing building is required to facilitate this construction. Page 189 of 426 Ontario Heritage Act Provisions Part IV, Section 27(9), of the Ontario Heritage Act provides certain protections to properties listed as non -designated property on the City's Municipal Heritage Register: Restriction on demolition, etc. (9) If a property that has not been designated under this Part has been included in the register under subsection (3), the owner of the property shall not demolish or remove a building or structure on the property or permit the demolition or removal of the building or structure unless the owner gives the council of the municipality at least 60 days notice in writing of the owner's intention to demolish or remove the building or structure or to permit the demolition or removal of the building or structure. 2019, c. 9, Sched. 11, s. 6. (11) The notice required by subsection (9) shall be accompanied by such plans and shall set out such information as the council may require. 2019, c. 9, Sched. 11, s. 6. A Notice of Intention to Demolish dated January 17, 2024 has been received by Heritage Planning Staff (Attachment A). The Notice was accompanied by a revised Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) and Salvage, Documentation, and Commemoration Plan, prepared by MHBC Planning and dated January 2024 (Attachment C and D, respectively). Both are in their draft stage and have not yet received approval from the Director of Development and Housing but are sufficient to consider the Notice complete. In accordance with the Act, Council has 60 days to act, if it so chooses, on the Notice of Intention to Demolish. The 60 days provides Council with the time it requires to issue a Notice of Intention to Designation as a means of preventing the demolition. REPORT: The subject property (Figure 2) is located on the south side of King Street East and north side of Charles Street East, between the Ottawa Street South intersection to the east and the Borden Avenue South intersection to the west. Several properties were merged on title in 2020 to create the existing 1.60 -acre parcel currently subject to the site plan application. However, at the time it was listed on the Municipal Heritage Register, 1027 King Street East was an individual property (Figure 3). As such, though the site is occupied by nine structures, the former Onward Manufacturing Company building is the only identified heritage resource. The development proposal includes the demolition of all structures on the site. Those that are not subject to heritage review and are non-residential are exempt from demolition control. Per the Statement of Significance associated with the listing of 1027 King Street East, the building was recognized for its design/physical, historical/associative, and contextual values. Identified heritage attributes included all elements related to the construction and Industrial Vernacular architectural style of the building, as well as all elements related to the context, including the relationship of the original building to King Street and Onward Avenue. Page 190 of 426 ap, Amro PARTS ir Figure 2: Front Facade of 1027 King Street East 'qZ46�TS 77 Figure 3: Parcel Division at the Time of Listing (2010) A, Page 191 of 426 Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act enables municipalities to pass by-laws for the protection (designation) of individual properties that have cultural heritage value or interest. Heritage designation is a protection mechanism with long-term implications for the alteration and demolition of a cultural heritage resource. Ontario Regulation 9/06 of the Ontario Heritage Act, now amended by Ontario Regulation 569/22, prescribes the criteria for determining property of cultural heritage value or interest. The regulation requires that, to be designated, a property must meet two or more of nine set criteria. The criteria can be broadly grouped into the categories of Design / Physical Value, Historical / Associative Value, and Contextual Value. Heritage Impact Assessment Due to its status as a non -designated property of cultural heritage value or interest on the Municipal Heritage Register, a draft Heritage Impact Assessment has been prepared by MHBC Planning. The initial draft was submitted in November 2021, and the study has gone through several revisions, with the most recent occurring in January 2024. The purpose of the draft HIA was to evaluate 1027 King Street East against the criteria of Ontario Regulation 9/06, determine potential impacts to the cultural heritage resource as a result of the proposed redevelopment, and recommend appropriate mitigation measures. The initial draft of the HIA was presented to the Heritage Kitchener Committee on January 4t', 2022. No comments or concerns were identified by the Committee at this time. r Figure 4: Division of Building Per the HIA (photograph provided by MHBC) 1011 The evaluation divided the building into three different sections, referred to as Section `A', Section `B', and Section `C'. It determined that Section `A' and `C' met two of the nine criteria for designation, well Section `B' met three. A summary of the evaluation is provided in the table below, copied from the draft HIA. Page 192 of 426 Ontario Regulation 9/06 1027 King Street E The property has design value or physical Only section `B' is considered value because it is a rare, unique, representative of a particular architectural representative or early example of a style, style (Art Deco). All other portions of the type, material, or construction method. building (Sections `A' and `C') have been extensively altered and features have been removed. As a result, Sections `A' and `C' have not retained their heritage integrity and are not considered representative of a particular architectural style. The property has design value or physical No. value because it displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. The property has design or physical value No. because it demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. The property has historical value or Yes. Directly associated with the Onward associative value because it has direct Manufacturing Co. from approximately associations with a theme, event, belief, 1914 to at least the 1980s. Also person, activity, organization, or institution associated with Theodore A. Witzel. that is significant to a community. The property has historical or associative No. value because it yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture. The property has historical value or Unknown. The architect of the building associative value because it demonstrates (and its various additions) is unknown but or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, could be added to the historic record artist, builder, designer or theorist who is should the information become available significant to a community. in the future. The property has contextual value because No. it is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area. The property has contextual value because Yes. The view of the property looking it is physically, functionally, visually, or south along Onward Avenue has been historically linked to its surroundings. identified as a view of cultural heritage value or interest in the City of Kitchener Cultural Heritage Landscape Study. Page 193 of 426 The property has contextual value because No. it is a landmark. Though the draft HIA established that the building satisfied criterion for designation, it does not recommend that the property be designated under the Ontario Heritage Act. It suggests that Sections `A' and `C' of the building have been altered to the extent that they have lost their heritage integrity, and states that as they have no significant design/physical value, their demolition could be classified as being a negligible impact. The demolition of Section `B' was identified as being an adverse impact, as this section has design/physical value as a representative and rare example of the Art Deco architectural style and having retained the majority of its heritage attributes. Alternative development approaches were considered within the draft HIA, including redevelopment of the site in a manner that allowed for the retention, integration, and restoration of Section `B' of the original building. A structural assessment was undertaken by Strike, Baldinelli and Monix on June 22, 2021 to determine the viability of this approach. The assessment, found in Appendix C of the draft HIA, determined that it would be incredibly difficult to stabilize and redevelop the existing structure to comply with present-day building codes and requirements, due to the age, material, and construct of the tower. The draft HIA concludes that as the retention of the existing tower is not feasible, the demolition of all buildings and structures on the property is the preferred development option. The recommended mitigation measures provided includes photographic documentation of the property and building, as well as salvage and commemoration. Documentation, Saivape, and Commemoration Report An initial draft Documentation, Salvage, and Commemoration Report was prepared and submitted by MHBC Planning in November 2021. The report has undergone several revisions, with the most recent being in January, 2024. The purpose of this study is twofold: the first intent is to record and document the known history, buildings, and structures identified as having cultural heritage value or interest on the subject property. The second intent is to identify historic materials that may be salvaged, reused, and/or interpreted in the proposed new development as commemoration. Documentation is provided within this report in the form of measured architectural drawings and a photo map and photographs. The photographs capture both the interior and exterior. Figure 5 below is an excerpt from the draft report which identifies what items are recommended for salvage. Items categorized as A have significant heritage value, while items categorized a B have modest heritage value. Page 194 of 426 Item Ouantitv Cateaory Location Photo Interior (Section Eureka Terazzo Tile 1 A B) Ground floor Exterior Column 1 B Exterior (front, Section B) Door/Winslow Entry 1 B Exterior (front, France and Cornice Section B) A Exterior (selection in Cladding � ood B Exterior (front, concrete) condition) Section B)PEE Figure 5: Excerpt from Draft Report Identifying Recommend Items for Salvage The items identified for salvage are to be removed using hand tools to avoid damage. They will be stored indoors off-site, wrapped with tarps and on wood pallets until their re -use. Should any of the recommended materials not be salvageable, it is recommended that the commemorative displays detailed below include additional images and text which communicate the features of the building that have been removed. Interior Commemoration The Eureka Terazzo Tile, exterior column, and door/window entry frame and cornice are proposed to be reused to create an interior display (Figure 6). The salvaged window is proposed to include two photographs (Figure 7 and 8) as well as the following text: "The property on which you stand is the former location of the Onward Manufacturing Company. The Onward Manufacturing Company was started by Theodore Adam "Ted" Witzel (b. 1875). The company became the first in Canada to manufacture Onward and Triumph brand vacuums. Ted Witzel obtained exclusive rights to manufacture and sell the "Eureka" brand vacuum cleaner in 1909. The features of this display, including the "Eureka" tile were extracted from the building formerly in this location. During World War 11 the Onward Manufacturing Company shifted production to manufacture arms and ammunition. After the war, the company expanded again to manufacture barbeques and developed brands such as Broil King." Page 195 of 426 E V n `H A MEMORY STAND Repsirpose Existing Historical Rvi.lding Elements For Proposed. Lobby: mann a� O„p .ru eao.Ko yHmd »kAttA— Figure 6: Rendering of Proposed Interior Commemorative Feature h Figure 7: Photograph of Original Building to be Included in Interior Commemorative Feature Page 196 of 426 I � Is "Volar CIVRExs of rp s ice' [4[Cil1C YAL'i�I1M C:rtAMLiI j . C,INI N4%-taE IM L# N/LI 46 Figure 8: Photograph of Company Logo to be Included in Interior Commemorative Feature Exterior Commemoration Two commemorative features are proposed for the exterior. This first in a timeline with dates and text that communicate the history of the Onward Manufacturing Company (Figure 9). The associated text proposed for the timeline commemoration piece can be found on page 26 of the draft HIA. Figure 9: Rendering of Proposed Commemorative Timeline The second commemorative feature is an Art Deco style mural reminiscent of Section B of the original building (Figure 10). The mural is designed within a tall and rectangular portion of the building and includes a series of concentric circles and geometric shapes indicative of the art and design movements of the Art Deco period. Page 197 of 426 Figure 10: Rendering of Proposed Commemorative Art Deco Style Mural Council's Options Under the Ontario Heritage Act, Council does not have the authority to approve or refuse an owner's Notice of Intention to Demolish. Rather, Council's options include the following: 1. Request further information. 2. Receive the Notice of Intention to Demolish, allowing the notice period to run its course, at the end of which the Building Division may issue a demolition permit as early as May 16, 2022. 3. Council may issue a Notice of Intention to Designate, at which point Council would have the authority to deny demolition. Heritage Planning Staff Comment Heritage Planning Staff provide the follow comments with regard to Council's options noted above. Heritage Planning Staff are of the opinion that sufficient information have been received to consider the request. Staff are in agreement with the conclusions of the evaluation against Criteria 9/06 within the draft Heritage Impact Assessment, which establishes that the primary Page 198 of 426 significance of the building lies in its historical association with the Onward Manufacturing Company and Theodore A. Witzel, and that Section `B' is the only part to have retained enough of the original features to have design/physical value. Per the structural assessment completed by Strik, Baldinelli and Monix which forms part of the draft HIA, the retention of the portion of the building that still possesses tangible heritage value is not feasible. The Art Deco style tower relies on the adjacent portion of the buildings for structural stability. Were it to be retained, large steel columns and bracing would be required to bring it to up to the current Ontario Building Code standards. This would alter the appearance of the tower and therefore impact its heritage integrity. Further, the hollow clay blocks used in the construction of the tower are likely no longer manufactured, being created before the current codes which prescribe the required compressive strength of masonry units. As the retention of the structure is not a viable option, documentation, salvage, and commemoration are appropriate mitigation measures. The proposed interior and exterior commemoration features are sufficient to capture the intangible heritage values and interests of the site, that being the association with the Onward Manufacturing Company and Theodore A. Witzel. The salvaged material incorporated within the proposed features in addition to the design of the proposed features encapsulates the design and physical value. The contextual value is also respected, as the terminating view from the Onward Axis will be of the proposed Art Deco mural and memory wall. In consideration of the above, it is Heritage Planning Staffs opinion that no action to designate 1027 King Street East is required. Of Council's available options, it is recommended that Option 2 be the appropriate course of action to pursue, that being Council revied the Notice of Intention to Demolish and allow the notice period to run its course. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: This report supports the delivery of core services. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Capital Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Capital Budget. Operating Budget — The recommendation has no impact on the Operating Budget. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: INFORM — This report has been posted to the City's website with the agenda in advance of the Heritage Kitchener Committee meeting. CONSULT — Heritage Kitchener will be consulted regarding the subject Notice of Intention of Demolish. Page 199 of 426 PREVIOUS REPORTS/AUTHORITIES: • Ontario Heritage Act • Planning Act APPROVED BY: Justin Readman, General Manager, Development Services ATTACHMENTS: • Attachment A — Notice of Intention to Demolish • Attachment B — 1027 King Street East Statement of Significance • Attachment C — Draft Heritage Impact Assessment • Attachment D — Draft Documentation, Salvage, and Commemoration Report Page 200 of 426 PLANNING IURBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE MHBC ARCHITECTURE January 17 2024 Jessica Vieira Planning Division 200 King Street West, 6t" Floor P.0 Box 1118 Kitchener ON N2G 4G7 Jessica.Vieira@kitchener.ca Dear Ms. Vieira, RE: Notice to Demolish Buildings on a Listed Property under Part IV, Section 27 (9) of the Ontario Heritage Act — 1027 King Street East, Kitchener ON OUR FILE: 15213 I The purpose of this letter is to provide the City of Kitchener with Notice in writing of the intent to demolish/remove buildings on the listed property located at 1027 King Street East, Kitchener. Part IV, Section 27 (9) of the Ontario Heritage Act provides the following as it relates to the removal of buildings on listed properties: Restriction on demolition, etc, (9) If a property that has not been designated under this Part has been included in the register under subsection (3), the owner of the property shall not demolish or remove a building or structure on the property or permit the demolition or removal of the building or structure unless the owner gives the council of the municipality at least 60 days notice in writing of the owner's intention to demolish or remove the building or structure or to permit the demolition or removal of the building or structure. 2019, c. 9, Sched. 11, s. 6. The purpose of the removal of the buildings is related to the proposed development of the subject lands located at 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, which includes the listed property at 1027 King Street East. The proposed development was reviewed in detail in the Heritage Impact Assessment completed by MHBC and provided to the City in December 2021. This HIA was revised and updated as per comments provided by City staff and submitted again in 200-540 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON I N2B 3X9 519-576-3650 www.mhbcplan.com Page 201 of 426 November 2022. The proposed development of the site includes the removal of all existing features to permit the construction of a mixed-use development. The proposed development has been approved as per the following: • Approval of Official Plan Amendment — Amendment No. 126 to Official Plan granted on October 10 2023 with no appeals and was therefore in effect as of October 31, 2023 • Approval of Zoning By-law Amendment — Approved by Council on May 8, 2023 • Site Plan Application (Conditional Approval) — Conditional approval of SPA SP23/075/K/CD dated October 24, 2023 approved as per the letter provided to Pierre Chauvin dated December 22, 2023 authored by Craig Dumart, City of Kitchener Yours truly, MHBC Vanessa Hicks cc. Garett Ste venson, City of Kitchener cc. Stephen Litt, VIVE cc. Mark Hocuiik, VIVE cc. Dan Currie, MHBC cc. Pierre Chauvin, MHBC 2 Page 202 of 426 APPENDIX `A': STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE Statement of Significance 1027 KING STREET EAST Municipal Address: 1027 King Street East, Kitchener Legal Description: Plan 404 Lot 16 to 18 Lot 27 to 29 Part Lot 25 Year Built: 1914 Architectural Style: Art Deco Original Owner: Onward Manufacturing Company Limited Original Use: Institutional Condition: Good Description of Historic Place 1027 King Street East was originally a two storey early 20th century building built in the Industrial Vernacular architectural style. Various additions and modifications have occurred to the building resulting in no single distinct architectural style. One interesting addition was the construction of a central tower addition, which is influenced by the Art Deco architectural style. The building is situated on a 0.76 acre parcel of land located on the south side of King Street East between Borden Avenue and Ottawa Street in the King East Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the original building and Art Deco addition. Heritage Value 1027 King Street East is recognized for its contextual, historical and associative values. The original building is representative of industrial vernacular architecture. The building is three bays wide by six bays deep. Three bays face both King Street East and Charles Street East. The main fagade is King Street East. The building features: brick construction; brick pilasters; large window openings; and, concrete headers and sills. The contextual value relates to the buildings location and design. The fagade of the original building is parallel to King Street East and is perpendicular to Onward Avenue. The original building is located directly across from Onward Avenue resulting in a clear view down Onward Avenue towards the front fagade of the original building. It is clear that the original architect and builder considered the importance of siting the building directly across from Onward Avenue. Page 203 of 426 APPENDIX `A': STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE The historic and associative values relate to the original owner and use of the building as well as the architect of the 1946 addition. The original owner was Theodore Adam Witzel of the Onward Manufacturing Company Limited. In 1906, Mr. Witzel's company became the first in Canada to manufacture and sell hand vacuum sweepers and electric vacuum cleaners under the trade names of Onward and Triumph. The company was renamed Onward Manufacturing Company Limited in 1908. In 1908 a second company, The Eureka Vacuum Cleaner Company, was established. The vacuums were manufactured in the US while the Onward Manufacturing Company Limited focused on product distribution throughout Canada. The plant opened at 1027 King Street East, Kitchener, in 1914. The Eureka and Onward companies were amalgamated under the name Onward Manufacturing Company Limited in 1924. After the war, the company expanded to manufacture cabinet and utility hardware in 1946. Mr. Witzel died in 1948 and his son Theodore Andrew Witzel Senior (1918-1995) became the President. The company continued to grow between 1949 and 1960 with the introduction of home appliance distribution. In 1966, National Union Electric Corporation of Stamford, Connecticut purchased 80% of the Eureka vacuum cleaner and appliance distribution division as well as the name Onward Manufacturing Company Limited. T.A. Witzel, Sr. remained President of Onward Manufacturing Limited until his resignation in 1974. He retained ownership and was President of Onward Hardware Limited for the manufacturing and selling of cabinet and general hardware and developed another Company he owned known as Tawco Limited for commercial cleaning equipment distribution and franchising coin operated laundry and dry cleaning stores. Vernon's Directory records suggest that the business operated at 1027 King Street East for approximately 67 years until 1981. Around that time, Onward Hardware began to manufacture fireplace inserts and charcoal water smokers and an appliance retail division (now known as T.A. Appliance Warehouse) was established at 932 Victoria Street North, Kitchener. T.A. Witzel Senior passed away in 1995 and the company is now owned and operated by his three sons. The company was divided into three separate companies in 2000. The barbecue division adopted the original name "Onward Manufacturing Company Limited", the hardware division became "Onward Cluthe Hardware Products Inc.", and the appliance division became "TA Appliance Inc." All three companies continue to operate. The architects of the 1946 addition to the building at 1027 King Street East were William Stuart Jenkins and Sherman W. Wright. Jenkins and Wright were best known for their designs of municipal arena complexes in several Ontario towns and for the restoration in 1952 of `Woodside' the home of William Lyon Mackenzie King. Jenkins and Wright were the architects for the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 1027 King Street East resides in the following heritage attributes: ■ All elements related to the construction and Industrial Vernacular architectural style of the building, including: o Roof and roofline; o Large window openings, including concrete headers and sills; and, Page 204 of 426 APPENDIX `A': STATEMENTS OF SIGNIFICANCE o Brick construction, including brick pilasters; All elements related to the context, including the relationship of the original building to King Street and Onward Avenue. 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C) Prepared by: C MacNaughton Hermsen Britton Clarkson Planning Limited (MHBC) U 200-540 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 5195763650 Our file: 15213 1 I - n' u MHBC PLANNING URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE AR: H TEcT:1RE Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Table of Contents ProjectPersonnel................................................................................................................................... PropertyOwner..................................................................................................................................... Acknowledgements................................................................................................................................ Acknowledgement of Indigenous Communities.................................................................................... ExecutiveSummary................................................................................................................................ 1.0 Introduction..................................................................................................................................... 1.1 Description of the Subject Lands................................................................................................. 1.2 Heritage Status............................................................................................................................. 2.0 Policy Context.................................................................................................................................. 2.1 The Planning Act and PPS 2020.................................................................................................... 2.2 The Ontario Heritage Act............................................................................................................. 2.3 Region of Waterloo Official Plan.................................................................................................. 2.4 City of Kitchener Official Plan...................................................................................................... 3.0 Historical Overview.......................................................................................................................... 3.1 City of Berlin (now Kitchener)...................................................................................................... 3.2 1027 King Street East................................................................................................................... 4.0 Description of Site and Context....................................................................................................... 4.1 Waterloo County, Waterloo Township........................................................................................ 4.2 Historical Context......................................................................................................................... 4.2 Landscape.................................................................................................................................... 4.3 Description of Built Heritage Resources...................................................................................... 4.3.1 Exterior.................................................................................................................................. 4.3.2 Interior.................................................................................................................................. 5.0 Evaluation of Cultural Heritage Resources...................................................................................... 5.1 Evaluation Criteria........................................................................................................................ 5.2 1027 King Street East................................................................................................................... 5.2.1 Evaluation of Design/Physical Value..................................................................................... 5.2.2 Evaluation of Historical or Associative Value........................................................................ .. 3 .. 3 .. 3 .. 3 .. 4 .. 6 .. 6 .. 8 11 11 12 13 15 19 19 20 24 24 24 27 27 28 31 39 39 40 40 40 November2022,updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC I i Page 209 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 5.2.3 Evaluation of Contextual Value..................................................................................................41 5.2.4 Heritage Attributes....................................................................................................................41 5.6 Summary of Evaluation.....................................................................................................................42 6.0 Description of Proposed Development.................................................................................................44 6.1 Description of Proposed Development.............................................................................................44 7.0 Impacts of Proposed Development......................................................................................................50 7.1 Classifications of Impacts..................................................................................................................50 7.2 Impacts of the Proposed Development on 1027 King Street East .................................................... 50 7.2.1 Demolition of Section 'A'...........................................................................................................50 7.2.2 Demolition of Section '13' (i & ii).................................................................................................51 7.2.3. Demolition of Section 'C'.......................................................................................................... 51 7.2.4 Alteration of Identified View...................................................................................................... 51 7.3 Summary of Impact Analysis.............................................................................................................53 8.0 Consideration of Development Alternatives, Mitigation Measures and Conservation Recommendations...................................................................................................................................... 54 8.1 Alternative Development Approaches.............................................................................................. 54 8.1.1 Do nothing..................................................................................................................................54 8.1.2 Develop the site while retaining all buildings............................................................................54 8.1.3 Develop the site while retaining a portion of the buildings......................................................54 8.2 Mitigation Recommendations.......................................................................................................... 56 9.0 Recommendations and Conclusions.....................................................................................................57 10.0 Sources................................................................................................................................................59 AppendixA.................................................................................................................................................. 61 Site Plan, Elevations, Views Analysis (next page)....................................................................................... 61 AppendixB..................................................................................................................................................62 Terms of Reference and Statement of Significance, City of Kitchener (next page)....................................62 AppendixC..................................................................................................................................................63 Structural Assessment (next page).............................................................................................................63 AppendixD..................................................................................................................................................64 Curriculum Vitae (next page)......................................................................................................................64 November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC I ii Page 210 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Project Personnel Dan Currie, MA, MCIP, RPP, CAHP Vanessa Hicks, MA Property Owner Managing Director of Cultural Project Manager, Senior Heritage Review Heritage Planner Research, Author, Field Analyst Vive Development Corporation (C/O Stephen Litt) 1020 King Street East Kitchener ON N2G 2M9 Acknowledgements This report acknowledges that assistance provided by the City of Kitchener Public Library, Grace Schmidt Room of Local History. It should be noted that the copying of images and Fire Insurance Plans for commercial purposes which are intended for publication is restricted. Therefore, this report provides a written review of Fire Insurance Plans, but does not provide images of such in this report. Acknowledgement of Indigenous Communities This HIA acknowledges that the subject lands are located on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek (whoseland.ca) and is associated with the following treaties: • Haldimand Treaty The Haldimand Treaty of 1784 is related to the Haldimand Tract, which runs 6 miles on both sides of the Grand River and was originally comprised of 950, 000 acres of land. The settlement of these lands by Euro -Canadian settlers began in 1798 (Source: accessed online in 2021 at sixnations.ca) November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 13 Page 211 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Executive Summary MHBC was retained to undertake a Heritage Impact Assessment for the proposed development of the subject lands located at 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener. The proposed development of the subject lands includes the demolition of all buildings and structures to facilitate the construction of a mixed-use development. The purpose of this Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) is to evaluate the proposed development in terms of potential impacts to cultural heritage resources located on-site and adjacent. The property located at 1027 King Street East is 'listed' (non -designated) on the City of Kitchener Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. The subject lands includes a building which is known locally as the former home of the Onward Manufacturing Company which operated at this location from 1916 until approximately 1980. The building has been altered over time and has lost original heritage fabric and as a result, its heritage integrity has been compromised. The existing building is comprised of three main sections which are visible from King Street. These components are described in this report as Sections 'A', 'B', and 'C'. The central portion of the building (Section "B") includes elements indicative of the Art Deco architectural style and was constructed subsequent to sections "A" and "C". A structural analysis has been completed for the building and has determined that Section "B" is not a stand-alone structure and likely relies on Sections "A" and "C" for structural stability. The Art Deco style tower (Section 'B ii') is the only remaining component of the site which demonstrates design/physical value. Portions A, B, and C of the building also serve as a terminus of the view from Onward Avenue looking south towards King Street. The Onward Avenue neighbourhood has been identified by the City as a potential Cultural Heritage Landscape. The demolition of the building at 1027 King Street is considered a negligible adverse impact given that it has been extensively altered and its integrity has been compromised. In particular, Sections "A" and "C" in have been altered to the extent that original fabric has been removed and no longer communicates its original design features. Details regarding structural and condition issues with the building are provided in Section 8.1 of this report as well as Appendix C. The demolition of the Art Deco tower (i.e. Section "B ii") is considered an adverse heritage impact since it results in the removal of original heritage fabric which has design/physical value. Should the building be removed, the following mitigation measures are recommended: • Submission of a Documentation Report which includes: November2022, updotedJanuary2024 MHBC 14 Page 212 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener o Photographic descriptions and photo maps of the property and the various sections of the building. Further mitigation has also taken place, and a Documentation, Salvage, and Commemoration Plan has been submitted to the City of Kitchener in 2023. No further mitigation recommendations are necessary. November2022, updotedJanuory2024 MHBC 15 Page 213 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 1.0 Introduction MHBC was retained to undertake a Heritage Impact Assessment for the proposed development located at 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener. The purpose of this Heritage Impact Assessment is to evaluate the proposed development in terms of potential impacts to cultural heritage resources located on-site and adjacent. This report has been prepared as input to the planning application and development proposal. The background information and research has provided direction on the redevelopment concept. This report evaluates the proposal in the context of the City's policy framework and Provincial policy. . 1 Description of the Subject Lands The property located at 1027 King Street East is 'listed' (non -designated) on the City of Kitchener Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. The subject lands include the properties located at 1001, 1007, 1015, 1027, and 1051 King Street East as well as the properties located at 530, 534, 542, and 564 Charles Street East. Together these properties result in a roughly rectangular -shaped area, referred to in this report as the subject lands. The subject lands are situated south of King Street East, east of Borden Avenue South, north of Charles Street East, and west of Ottawa Street South. The subject lands are located east of the Urban Growth Centre (Downtown) boundary and are zoned MU -3 (High Intensity Mixed Use Corridor). November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 16 Page 214 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 6_ ' Figure 1: Satellite Photo of the broader context of the site. Approximate location of subject lands noted with red dashing and 'listed' property identified with green dashing. (Source: Google Earth, 2021) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 17 Page 215 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener X y "A' �h Ir £ 4% fr 22 . . Figure 2: Aerial photo of the subject lands. Approximate boundary of subject lands noted with solid red line. Location of'listed' property at 1027 King Street East identified with dotted green line. (Source: Kitchener Interactive Maps, accessed 2021) 1 .2 Heritage Status The property located at 1027 is 'listed' (non -designated) on the City of Kitchener Heritage Register as per Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act. The subject lands are not located within a designated Heritage Conservation District. The subject lands are not located adjacent to any properties which are either 'listed' or designated under Part IV or Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act. The lands are identified as being part of the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood (L-NBR-3), which is a potential Cultural Heritage Landscape identified in the City of Kitchener Cultural Heritage Landscapes Study (See Figure 4). November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 18 Page 216 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener The description of the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood identifies the property located at 1027 King Street East (on the subject lands), but does not include information on the specific property. The focus of the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood landscape is on street patterns and built elements of the early residential neighbourhood. It is important to note that as a result of the City's Neighbourhood Planning Review, this property is being proposed to Council for exclusion from the Onward Neighbourhood CHL Boundary. Council approval for the final boundary is pending. Heritage register YO tabu. AVDI70RIL1M +'� Intend to DesignateCATEGORY Listed Properties jPartIVDesignation QF�� Q hrt rw„ r._nr..i, 1�, 1 �N g Of.G i Ne. 41 PartV (District) Designation TST s' r:stvnanG C' '�4� Iri1, ti Ci Part IV and V Designation Heritage district �Q4' F,S� t% a P 5� O� hJiJ,ener rvienrK>t,de y srethainChurch -- so g...- 4 f c�i l ff Cyd j �4r, EAs hal Evangeic I -Lu di � �tidd MILL COURTLAND WOODSIDE PARK � ,- tY6erg 'r44 •,� 4fQ�,�rc NO FIVrIM11 f Fsp SSj t'Y E Q�tit Q Rmkvray Gsrdins QFCP HiQ Farmli 9aAecr OVA C �CFtES -- _ 4G_ ROCKWAY ` Figure 3: Map of subject lands (noted in red) identifying that the property located at 1027 King Street East is 'listed'on the Heritage Register (Source: Kitchener Interactive Maps, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 19 Page 217 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener t .4let Abr 411 �` Wig. � d�� .� �� ♦ f. � ki S 4 i. �ssoq y t � �IL ~�* Pilo AT Figure 4: Map of the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood noting approximate location of subject lands in red (Source: Kitchener Cultural Heritage Landscapes Study, 2014) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 110 Page 218 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 2.OPolicy Context 2.1 The Planning Act and PPS 2020 The Planning Act makes a number of provisions respecting cultural heritage either directly in Section 2 of the Act or Section 3 respecting policy statements and provincial plans. In Section 2 The Planning Act outlines 18 spheres of provincial interest which must be considered by appropriate authorities in the planning process. One of the intentions of The Planning Act is to "encourage the co-operation and co-ordination among the various interests. Regarding Cultural Heritage, Subsection 2(d) of the Act provides that: The Minister, the council of municipality, a local board, a planning board and the Municipal Board, in carrying out their responsibilities under this Act, shall have regard to, among other matters, matters ofprovincial interest such as... (d) the conservation of features of significant architectural, cultural, historical, archaeological or scientific interest; In support of the provincial interest identified in Subsection 2 (d) of the Planning Act, and as provided for in Section 3, the Province has refined policy guidance for land use planning and development matters in the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 (PPS). The PPS is "intended to be read in its entirety and the relevant policy areas are to be applied in each situation". This provides a weighting and balancing of issues within the planning process. When addressing cultural heritage planning, the PPS provides for the following: 2.6.1 Significant built heritage resources and significant cultural heritage landscapes shall be conserved. 2.6.3 Planning authorities shall not permit development and site alteration on adjacent lands to protected heritage property except where the proposed development and site alteration has been evaluated and it has been demonstrated that the heritage attributes of the protected heritage property will be conserved. Significant: e) in regard to cultural heritage and archaeology, resources that have been determined to have cultural heritage value or interest. Processes and criteria for determining cultural heritage value or interest are November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 111 Page 219 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener established by the Province under the authority of the Ontario Heritage Act. Built heritage resource: means a building, structure, monument, installation or any manufactured or constructed part or remnant that contributes to a property's cultural heritage value or interest as identified by a community, including on Indigenous community. Built heritage resources are located on property that may be designated under Parts IV or V of the Ontario Heritage Act, or that may be included on local, provincial, federal and/or international registers. Cultural heritage landscape:: means a defined geographical area that may have been modified by human activity and is identified as having cultural heritage value or interest by a community, including an Indigenous community. The area may include features such as buildings, structures, spaces, views, archaeological sites or natural elements that are valued together for their interrelationship, meaning or association. Cultural heritage landscapes may be properties that have been determined to have cultural heritage value or interest under the Ontario Heritage Act, or have been included on federal and/or international registers, and/or protected through official plan, zoning by-law, or other land use planning mechanisms. Conserved: means the identification, protection, management and use of built heritage resources, cultural heritage landscapes and archaeological resources in a manner that ensures their cultural heritage value or interest is retained under the Ontario Heritage Act. This may be achieved by the implementation of recommendations set out in a conservation plan, archaeological assessment, and/or heritage impact assessment. Mitigative measures and/or alternative development approaches can be included in these plans and assessments. The subject lands includes property that is considered to be a non -designated property of cultural heritage value or interest under the consideration of the PPS, as the subject lands are recognized on the Municipal Heritage Register as part of the City's'listed' properties. 2.2 The Ontario Heritage Act The Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O, 1990, c.0.18 remains the guiding legislation for the conservation of significant cultural heritage resources in Ontario. This Heritage Impact Assessment has been guided by the criteria provided with Regulation 9/06 of the Ontario Heritage Act, as Amended in 2022 as per Bill 23 (Schedule 6). Ontario Regulation 9/06 outlines the mechanism for determining cultural heritage value or interest. Here, a property must meet at least 2 of 9 criteria to be considered for designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 112 Page 220 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 2.3 Region of Waterloo Official Plan Chapter 3, Section 3.G of the Regional Official Plan provides policies regarding the conservation of cultural heritage resources which are related to the scope of this Heritage Impact Assessment as follows: 3.G Cultural Heritage Cultural heritage resources are the inheritance of natural and cultural assets that give people a sense of place, community and personal identity. Continuity with the past promotes creativity and cultural diversity. The region has a rich and diverse heritage, including distinctive cultures, traditions, festivals, artisans and craftspeople, landmarks, landscapes, properties, structures, burial sites, cemeteries, natural features and archaeological resources. These resources provide an important means of defining and confirming a regional identity, enhancing the quality of life of the community, supporting social development and promoting economic prosperity. The Region is committed to the conservation of its cultural heritage. This responsibility is shared with the Federal and Provincial governments, Area Municipalities, other government agencies, the private sector, property owners and the community. Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment 3.G.73 Area Municipalities will establish policies in their official plans to require the submission of a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment in support of a proposed development that includes or is adjacent to a designated property, or includes a non- designated resource of cultural heritage value or interest listed on the Municipal Heritage Register. 3.G. 74 Where a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment required under Policy 3.G. 73 relates to a cultural heritage resource of Regional interest, theArea Municipality will ensure that a copy of the assessment is circulated to the Region for review. In this situation, the Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment submitted by the owner/applicant will be completed to the satisfaction of both the Region and the Area Municipality. 3.G. 75 Where a development application includes, or is adjacent to, a cultural heritage resource of Regional interest which is not listed on a Municipal Heritage Register, the owner/applicant will be required to submita Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment to the satisfaction of the Region. 3.G. 76 The Region will undertake a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment and consult with the affected Area Municipality and the Regional Heritage Planning Advisory November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 113 Page 221 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Committee prior to planning, designing or altering Regional buildings or infrastructure that may affect a cultural heritage resource listed on the region -wide inventory described in Policy 3.G.4. The Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment will be reviewed and approved in accordance with the policies in this Plan. 3.G.77 Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment will include, but not be limited to the following: (a) historical research, site analysis and evaluation; (b) identification of the significance and heritage attributes of the cultural heritage resource; (c) description of the proposed development or site alteration; (d) assessment of development or site alteration impacts, (e) consideration of alternatives, mitigation and conservation methods; (0 schedule and reporting structure for implementation and monitoring, and (g) a summary statement and conservation recommendations. 3.G. 78 Where a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment required in this Plan relates to a cultural heritage resource of Regional interest, the conservation recommendations will, wherever feasible, aim to conserve cultural heritage resources intact by: (a) recognizing and incorporating heritage resources and their surrounding context into the proposed development in a manner that does not compromise or destroy the heritage resource, (b) protecting and stabilizing built heritage resources that may be underutilized, derelict, or vacant; and (c) designing development to be physically and visually compatible with, and distinguishable from, the heritage resource. 3.G.79 Where it is not feasible to conserve a cultural heritage resource intact in accordance with Policy 3.G. 78, the conservation recommendations will: (a) promote the reuse or adaptive reuse of the resource, building, or building elements to preserve the resource and the handiwork ofpost artisans, and (b) require the owner/applicant to provide measured drawings, a land use history, photographs and other available documentation of the cultural heritage resource in its surrounding context. 3.G.20 Cultural Heritage Impact Assessments may be scoped or waived by the Region or the Area Municipality as applicable. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 114 Page 222 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 2.4 City of Kitchener Official Plan Section 12 of the Kitchener Official Plan (2014) provides the following policies regarding the conservation of cultural heritage resources as it relates to the scope of this Heritage Impact Assessment as follows: Objectives 12.1.1. To conserve the city's cultural heritage resources through their identification, protection, use and/or management in such a way that their heritage values, attributes and integrity are retained. 12.1.2. To ensure that all development or redevelopment and site alteration is sensitive to and respects cultural heritage resources and that cultural heritage resources are conserved. 12.1.3. To increase public awareness and appreciation for cultural heritage resources through educational, promotional and incentive programs. 12.1.4. To lead the community by example with the identification, protection, use and/or management of cultural heritage resources owned and/or leased by the City. Policies 12.0:1.1. The City will ensure that cultural heritage resources are conserved using the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Planning Act, the Environmental Assessment Act, the Cemeteries Act and the Municipal Act. 12.0 1.2. The City will establish and consult with a Municipal Heritage Committee (MHC) on matters relating to cultural heritage resources in accordance with provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act. 12.0 1.3. The City will develop, prioritize and maintain a list of cultural heritage resources which will include the following: a) properties listed as non -designated properties of cultural heritage value or interest on the Municipal Heritage Register; b) properties designated under Part Wand V of the Ontario HeritageAct, c) cultural heritage landscapes; and, d) heritage corridors. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 115 Page 223 of 426 Heritage ImpactAssessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 12.0:1.4. The City acknowledges that not all of the city's cultural heritage resources have been identified as a cultural heritage resource as in Policy 12.01.3. Accordingly, a property does not have to be listed or designated to be considered as having cultural heritage value or interest. 12.0:1.5. Through the processing of applications submitted under the Planning Act, resources ofpotential cultural heritage value or interest will be identified, evaluated and considered for listing as a non -designated property of cultural heritage value or interest on the Municipal Heritage Register and/or designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. Heritage Impact Assessments and Heritage Conservation Plans 12.0:1.23. The City will require the submission of Heritage ImpactAssessment and/or a Heritage Conservation Plan fordevelopment, redevelopment andsitealteration that has the potential to impact a cultural heritage resource and is proposed: a) on or adjacent to a protected heritage property; b) on or adjacent to a heritage corridor in accordance with Policies 13.04.6 through 73.C4.78 inclusive; c) on properties listed as non -designated properties of cultural heritage value or interest on the Municipal Heritage Register; d) on properties listed on the Heritage Kitchener Inventory of Historic Buildings; and/or, e) on or adjacent to on identified cultural heritage landscape. 12.0:1.24. Where a Heritage ImpactAssessment required under Policy 72.C. 7.23 relates to a cultural heritage resource of Regional interest, the City will ensure that a copy of the assessment is circulated to the Region for review prior to final consideration by the City. 12.0:1.25. A Heritage ImpactAssessment and Heritage Conservation Plan required by the City must be prepared by a qualified person in accordance with the minimum requirements as outlined in the City ofKitchener's Terms of Reference for Heritage Impact Assessments and Heritage Conservation Plans. 12.0:1.26. The contents of Heritage ImpactAssessment will be outlined in a Terms of Reference. In general, the contents of Heritage ImpactAssessment will include, but not be limited to, the following: a) historical research, site analysis and evaluation; November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 116 Page 224 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener b) identification of the significance and heritage attributes of the cultural heritage resource; c) description of the proposed development or site alteration; d) assessment of development or site alteration impact or potential adverse impacts,- e) mpacts, e) consideration of alternatives, mitigation and conservation methods, 0 implementation and monitoring; and, g) summary statement and conservation recommendations. 12.0:1.27. Any conclusions and recommendations of the Heritage Impact Assessment and Heritage Conservation Plan approved by the City will be incorporated as mitigative and/or conservation measures into the plans for development or redevelopment and into the requirements and conditions of approval of any application submitted under the Planning Act. 12.0 7.28. Heritage ImpactAssessments and Heritage Conservation Plans required by the City may be scoped or waived by the City, as deemed appropriate. Demolition/Damage of Cultural Heritage Resources 72.0 7.32. Where a cultural heritage resource is proposed to be demolished, the City may require all or any part of the demolished cultural heritage resource to be given to the City for re -use, archival, display or commemorative purposes, at no cost to the City. 12.0:1.33. In the event that demolition, salvage, dismantling, relocation or irrevocable damage to a significant cultural heritage resource is proposed and permitted, the owner/applicant will be required to prepare and submit a thorough archival documentation, to the satisfaction of the City, prior to the issuance of on approval and/or permit. 12.0:1.34. Where archival documentation is required to support the demolition, salvage, dismantling, relocation or irrevocable damage to a significant cultural heritage resource, such documentation must be prepared by a qualified person and must include the following: a) architectural measured drawings; b) a land use history; and, c) photographs, maps and other available material about the cultural heritage resource in its surrounding context. Archival documentation may be scoped or waived by the City, as deemed appropriate. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 117 Page 225 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 12.0:1.35. In the event that demolition is proposed to a non -designated property of cultural heritage value or interest listed on the Municipal Heritage Register, the owner/applicant will be required to provide written notice to the City of the intent to demolish, 60 days prior to the date demolition is proposed. The significance of the cultural heritage resource will be evaluated and Council may use the 60 days to pursue designation of the cultural heritage resource under the Ontario Heritage Act. 12.0:1.36. The City may give due consideration to designate under the Ontario Heritage Act any cultural heritage resource if that resource is threatened with demolition, significant alterations or other potentially adverse impacts. Design/Integration 12.0:1.46. The City will prepare guidelines as part of the Urban Design Manual to address the conservation of cultural heritage resources in the city and to recognize the importance of the context in which the cultural heritage resources are located. 72.0 7.47. The City may require architectural design guidelines to guide development, redevelopment and site alteration on, adjacent to, or in close proximity to properties designated under the Ontario Heritage Act or other cultural heritage resources. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 118 Page 226 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 3.0 Historical Overview 3.1 City of Berlin (now Kitchener) The subject property is located in the former City of Berlin (now Kitchener), which was settled in 1807 by Joseph Schneider, who constructed a log cabin on Lot 17 on the east side of Queen Street. Other early settlers included Benjamin Eby, Samuel Eby, and John Brubacher. The hamlet of Berlin was incorporated in 1833. At this time, Berlin had a population of 1,000 people. By 1912, Berlin was proclaimed a City, having a population of 15,195 people. An influx of German workers came to the city in the first half of the 19th century (Uttley, 1937). The construction of the Grand Trunk Railway in 1856 increased the settlement and industrialization of the area. By the early 20th century, Berlin's urban core was dominated by a variety of factories. Berlin experienced anti -German sentiments following World War I, and as a result the City of Berlin changed its name to the City of Kitchener after'Lord Kitchener' in 1916 following a petition of over 200 businessmen (Uttley, 1937). s Jr.10! s 4W r- 17 ba -'14E: '.0— -- t� irkJ. d 44 , om ' 4'+. f Figure 5: Tremaine Map of Waterloo Township, 1861. Approximate location of subject property denoted by arrow. November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 119 Page 227 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 6: 1877 Illustrated Historical Atlas of Waterloo & Wellington Counties. Approximate location of subject property denoted by arrow. 3.2 1027 King Street East The subject lands are legally described as Part Lots 16, 17, and 18 Plan 262, City of Kitchener. According to records available from the City of Kitchener Land Registry Office, Theodore A. Witzel purchased Lot 16 of Plan 262 in 1916, Lot 17 in 1916, and Lot 18 in 1919. November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 120 Page 228 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener F` Figure 7: Historic photograph of the building located at 1027 King Street East, early 201h century (Source: Onward Manufacturing Company, n.d.) According to the Waterloo Generations website, Theodore Adam'Ted' Witzel was born in 1875 and initiated a manufacturing company in 1906 in Berlin (now Kitchener) making ball-point pens. His company became the Onward Manufacturing Company by 1908 and expanded the range of manufactured products to include hardware and home appliances (such as steam cookers, sliding furniture shoes, and suitcase hardware). According to the history of the Onward Manufacturing Company (available on the Onward Manufacturing Company website), the company became the first in Canada to manufacture the Onward and Triumph brand vacuums. T.A. Witzel obtained exclusive rights to sell the Eureka Vacuum cleaner in 1909 and retail stores were developed across Canada. During the Second World War, the company shifted production from housewares to manufacture arms and ammunition. After the war, the company expanded again to include barbeques and developed brands such as Broil King and Stirling (Waterloo Generations). According to the 1911 census, Theodore Witzel is listed as a manufacturer of German descent (born in the U.S.A.), residing with his wife Carrie and daughter Hellen at 53 Roy Street (See Figure 8). November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 121 Page 229 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 8: Excerpt of 1911 census, Berlin (Source: Ancestry.ca) According to Vernon's 1910-1911 Directory for the City of Kitchener, the Onward Mfg. Co is listed at 143 King Street West (south side) between Gaukel Street and Water Street South (Berlin). This is likely the first building of the Onward Manuf. Co. According to the 1916 Directory for the City of Kitchener, Theodore A. Witzel is listed as the Manager of the Onward Mfg. Co, and resides at 53 Roy Street, Berlin. At this time, the Onward Manuf. Co. is located at 399 King Street East, which was re -addressed to 1027 King Street in 1930 (See Figure 10). King. Ontario Hutton Co., Mgr,, Chas.. & Kerteher, 16:3 W. Kinn. Ontario Glove Mfg. Co.. mfrs. glnvet, 38 Benton. Owario WoMe.nware Sir., mfr4., ,yn N. Ced it Onward Mfg. Co., T. A. Witzel, pRerm, nn. M. sa c=rr?an, ,W if) '1. 1 . 4-.r[rrtiDn Av@. Orasek, Frank.--oldier, h. 121 ii"anve Figure 9: Excerpt of Cairnes' 1916 Directory of the City of Kitchener (Source: City of Kitchener Public Li bra ry) The company remained at 1027 King Street East until at least 1980 (See Figure 12). November202Z updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 122 Page 230 of 426 f %- ` - -. (A 1J" -a- a- +�irsa wz_ 37 3 . Yz ' .. � ..r � �:jry � f3s %iiEtiJ� #6 � .r .`.yi..-... ..� ... !.'.'i . L..... _ ' I .... F+ r3 1 �� .. �!'..,...,.,_ .........41" Figure 8: Excerpt of 1911 census, Berlin (Source: Ancestry.ca) According to Vernon's 1910-1911 Directory for the City of Kitchener, the Onward Mfg. Co is listed at 143 King Street West (south side) between Gaukel Street and Water Street South (Berlin). This is likely the first building of the Onward Manuf. Co. According to the 1916 Directory for the City of Kitchener, Theodore A. Witzel is listed as the Manager of the Onward Mfg. Co, and resides at 53 Roy Street, Berlin. At this time, the Onward Manuf. Co. is located at 399 King Street East, which was re -addressed to 1027 King Street in 1930 (See Figure 10). King. Ontario Hutton Co., Mgr,, Chas.. & Kerteher, 16:3 W. Kinn. Ontario Glove Mfg. Co.. mfrs. glnvet, 38 Benton. Owario WoMe.nware Sir., mfr4., ,yn N. Ced it Onward Mfg. Co., T. A. Witzel, pRerm, nn. M. sa c=rr?an, ,W if) '1. 1 . 4-.r[rrtiDn Av@. Orasek, Frank.--oldier, h. 121 ii"anve Figure 9: Excerpt of Cairnes' 1916 Directory of the City of Kitchener (Source: City of Kitchener Public Li bra ry) The company remained at 1027 King Street East until at least 1980 (See Figure 12). November202Z updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 122 Page 230 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 1102:7 Eureka Vacuum Cleaner Do, Ltd ♦South begins you 1110.5 Roman, Rev M C 1:1105 Grieve, Mrs A 11.2+4 ackfe,T,aa= W -S Figure 10: Excerpt of 1930 Directory of the City of Kitchener (Source: City of Kitchener Public Library) ♦Nelson ttv b,egin,& 1001 Vacant W * 9117 Vacant 0,2 7 O-nwu r d Mfg Co, 745-2111 977 Hartleib, ,Jos * ,14 027 Eureka Vacuum 933 I1oy`ves, A C C.Co Ltd 1015 Brandy's Car Care 1.041 Nortan, Mrs R.wtil * 14J 18 1081 Buck, John E, chick 11003 Norton's Drinx, hatchery str�` carb beverages 1105 Bowman, IS, Mrs * 10017 Norton Chas H 11.05 6hoemaker, Irwin W Figure 11: Excerpt of 1027 Onward Mfg 'Co, 1102:7 Eureka Vacuum Cleaner Do, Ltd ♦South begins you 1110.5 Roman, Rev M C 1:1105 Grieve, Mrs A 11.2+4 ackfe,T,aa= W -S Figure 10: Excerpt of 1930 Directory of the City of Kitchener (Source: City of Kitchener Public Library) 28 30 S . 34 38 36 36 C fn 36 Sauc 36 36 : City of Kitchener Public Library) Ltd 744-3751 IMM tlRRw7'Wrthulr WR 1001 Vacant 1015 Enns, G W, monu- 1001 Auto Mart Car Sales 0,2 7 O-nwu r d Mfg Co, 745-2111 Ltd 1003 Storage 027 Eureka Vacuum 1007'Godlrey 0 745-2111 C.Co Ltd 1015 Brandy's Car Care 1081 Owen, Horace V 576-7740 1081 Buck, John E, chick hatchery +South begins 1105 Bowman, IS, Mrs * 11.05 6hoemaker, Irwin W Figure 11: Excerpt of the 1941 Directory of the City of Kitchener (SourcE 28 30 S . 34 38 36 36 C fn 36 Sauc 36 36 : City of Kitchener Public Library) Ltd 744-3751 1001 Vacant 1001 Auto Mart Car Sales 745-2111 G 1003 Storage 1007'Godlrey 0 745-2111 �19 1015 Brandy's Car Care 29 576-7740 1027 Onward Manufacturing 2 Co Ltd 579-3100 1 2 578-5949 1065 Gentlemen's Choice Hairslyting Salon Figure 12: Excerpt of 1980 Directory of the City of Kitchener (Source: City of Kitchener Public Library) November 2022, updated January 2024 MHBC 123 Page 231 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 4 4, 0 Description of Site and Context 4.1 Waterloo County, Waterloo Township The subject property is located on lands where pioneer settlement commenced in the late eighteenth century. In 1784, the Haldimand Tract was granted to Six Nations by the British in recognition of their support during the American Revolution (Bloomfield 19, 2006). Over time the lands were subdivided, and in 1798 Block2 (which became Waterloo Township) was registered and a Crown Grant was drawn for Colonel Richard Beasley, a Loyalist from New York who had arrived in Canada in 1777 (McLaughlin 2007). The land was then surveyed and further subdivided. At this time, German Mennonite farmers from Pennsylvania were scouting farmland in the area. Several of them went back to Pennsylvania and returned with their families the following year to buy and settle the land (Hayes 5, 1997). 4.2 Historical Context The building located on the subject lands is noted on the Onward Manufacturing Company website as being constructed in 1914, with additions added to the east at some point between 1925 and 1947 (as per a review of Fire Insurance Plans). According to the 1908 rev. 1925 Fire Insurance Plan, the first portion of the existing building to be constructed was the northerly portion, described in this report (see Figure 16). The fire insurance plan describes the building as being a 3 storey building of brick construction. The building is noted as a 'Vacuum Cleaner Factory' owned by the 'Onward Mfg. Co.' which includes electrical power, heated by steam and fueled by coal. The Fire Insurance Plan notes that a small single storey wood frame 'auto' building or shed is located east of the building, which has since been demolished. The building is addressed as 1027 King Street East. At this time, 5 small single -detached residential buildings are located to the west. No buildings or structures are located to the east towards Ottawa Street South. The 1908 rev. 1947 Fire Insurance Plan notes that the northerly portion of the building (referred to in this report as Section 'A') remains, and that a larger building has been added to the east. The records available at the City of Kitchener Public Library are only available in black and white and the details of this map are difficult to decipher. Sections'B' and 'C' of the building appear to both have November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 124 Page 232 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener been constructed by this date (at some point between 1925 and 1947). The Fire Insurance Plan notes that the facility is known as the 'Onward Mfg. Co., Eureka Vacuum Cleaner Co. Ltd'. Several additional buildings have been added north of the building, including single -detached residences, a soda water company, and a brass and aluminum foundry. Dwellings and small businesses have been added east of the subject lands towards Ottawa Street. According to a review of aerial photographs of the subject lands dated 1945, 1955, and 1965, the subject lands appear to have changed little during these eras. By 1945 the area was built-up with commercial, retail, and residential buildings. The tree -lined boulevard is easily distinguished to the north, along Onward Avenue. The building located at 1027 King Street East becomes more easily distinguished in the 1955 and 1965 aerial photos (See Figures 15 — 17). Figure 13: 1945 Aerial Photograph noting approximate location of the building located at 1027 King Street East. (Source: University of Waterloo Map Library, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 125 Page 233 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 14: 1955 Aerial Photograph noting approximate location of the building located at 1027 King Street East. (Source: University of Waterloo Map Library, 2018) Figure 15: 1965 Aerial Photograph noting approximate location of the building located at 1027 King Street East. (Source: University of Waterloo Map Library, 2018). November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 126 Page 234 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 4.2 Landscape The subject lands are comprised of structures related to commercial, retail, residential uses. This includes businesses related to the automobile industry along King Street East. One residential building is located to the south, fronting Charles Street East at 534 Charles Street East. A residential building was previously located at 542 Charles Street East, but was demolished at some point between 2016 and 2017. The building located at 1027 King Street East is set -back approximately 24 metres from the property line at King Street East. The eastern portion of the building extends all the way to the property line at Charles Street East. The western half of the building is set -back approximately 10 metres from the rear property line. A parking lot is located at the front of the lot adjacent to King Street East. No natural features or plantings are located on the property at 1027 King Street East. The rear yards of 534 Charles Street East appears to have formerly included open landscaped space associated with the residential dwelling. 4.3 Description of Built Heritage Resources The building located at 1027 King Street East is comprised of six different parts referred to in this report as Sections'A','B (i)','B (ii),'C','D', and 'E'. Section Description Approx. Date of Construction A 3 storey brick building Between 1914-1916 B (i) 3 storey Art Deco style in -fill Between 1925 and 1947 B (h) Art Deco "tower" Between 1925 and 1947 C Single storey addition Between 1925 and 1947 Single Storey loading bay 2nd half 20th Century E Outbuilding/Garage 2111 half 2011 Century November202Z updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 127 Page 235 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener IF 41111111111" Figure 16: Aerial photo of the subject lands noting different sections of 1027 King Street East (Source: Kitchener Interactive Maps, 2018) 4.3.1 Exterior North Elevation The north elevation includes the front facade of Sections'A','B', and 'Cof the building. Section 'A' (to the west) includes a main floor (slightly below grade), as well as a second and third storey above. The north elevation displays three bays of vertical windows which have been altered from their original appearance to include contemporary windows with dark tinted spandrel glass. The north elevation of Section'B' is an Art Deco style tower that was the original main entrance and includes a staircase that provides access to the upper floors. This portion of the building has been altered, but retains most of its original features including the staircase and windows. The north elevation of Section'C(to the east) has been altered. This building formerly displayed a brickfacade with two sets of 8 rectangular -shaped windows across the front of the building. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 128 Page 236 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener —" au TO PARTS �p J i11ItItII� Emma l - � Figures 17 & 18: (left) View of north elevation looking south-west from south side of King Street East, (right) View of north elevation looking south from north side of King Street East (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figures 19 & 20: (left) Detail view of north elevation (Section 'C) looking south-west from south side of King Street East, (right) Detail view of north elevation (Section 'B') looking south from south side of King Street East (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figure 21: (left) Detail view of north elevation (Section 'A') looking south-west from south side of King Street East (Source: MHBC, 2018) November 2022, updated January 2024 MHBC 129 Page 237 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener East Elevation The east elevation has been significantly altered, where all original industrial -style building windows have been stuccoed or parged over. Figures 22 & 23: (left) View of east elevation looking south-west from laneway (right) View of east A elevation looking north-west from north side of Charles Street East (Source: MHBC, 2018) South Elevation The south elevation provides views of the rear facades of Sections 'B', 'C', 'D', and 'E'. The rear of Section 'A' has a small cinder block addition (constructed at some point in the second half of the 20th century) and includestwo large loading -bays. Section 'B'(single storey brick structure) includes a flat roof and one boarded -up window opening. Section'Chas a very shallow pitched gabled roof (which appears almost flat) and displays two small boarded -up window openings just below the roof, with four large boarded -up rectangular -shaped window openings below. While Section 'D' displays cinder block construction, the rear of Sections 'B' and 'C' appear to include painted red brick. The existing single storey garage/outbuilding constructed of cinder blocks and displays a flat roof and garage door at the south elevation. This structure as well as Section 'D' are 20th century additions to the site and are not of cultural heritage value or interest. Figures 24 & 25: (left) View of south elevation looking north from south side of Charles Street East (right) View of south elevation looking north from south side of Charles Street East (Source: MHBC, 2018) November 2022, updated January 2024 MHBC 130 Page 238 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener West Elevation The west elevation is primarily the side facade of Section 'A'. The building originally displayed 5 bays of very large windows spanning the second and third storeys. These windows have been partially bricked -over and portions of the windows now include contemporary block -style glass. Figures 26 & 27: (left) View of west elevation looking south-east (right) Detail view of west elevation looking south-east (Source: MHBC, 2018) 4.3.2 Interior The following provides a description of the interior of Sections 'A', 'B' and 'C'. Only Section 'A' includes a basement. It is important to note that the floors of Sections'A','B' and 'C' do not match - up. Section 'C' appears to have originally been accessed by Section 'B'. Section 'B' of the building (ground floor portion running north -south towards Charles Street) appears to be part of Section 'C'. Section'A' — Basement The basement of Section 'A' is currently used as a staff room and storage. The basement includes remnants of original heating/cooling components such as the boiler and coal oven. A ramp is provided in the basement of Section 'A' providing access to Section 'C'(See Figure 34). November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 131 Page 239 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figures 28 & 29: (left) View of entrance to basement (right) View of basement storage room, looking south (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figures 30 & 31: (left) Detail view of exposed foundation material (right) Detail view of typical wood column and structural framing (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figures 32 & 33: (left) View of basement noting floor and wall materials (right) View of basement, looking north (Source: MHBC, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 132 Page 240 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 34: (left) View basement in Section'A', looking west towards ramp providing access to main floor of Section 'C(Source: MHBC, 2018) Section'A' — Second/Main Floor The main floor of Section 'A' is not at ground level. Instead, it is elevated above the ground level above the basement. The second floor of Section 'A' has been altered to include partitioned walls to function as office space. The building has been carpeted and re -finished with 20th century materials. It is important to note that the ceiling provides evidence of considerable fire damage, where the ceiling in several places has been scorched black. Figures 35 & 36: (left) View of second storey of Structure'A' looking south (right) View of partitioned walls and hallway in Structure'A', looking north (Source: MHBC, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 133 Page 241 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figures 37 & 38: (left) View of room at north-west corner noting ceiling damage„ (right) Detail view of room in second storey noting ceiling damage (Source: MHBC, 2018) IRR Figures 39 & 40: (left) Detail view of ceiling and fire damage, second storey, (right) Detail view of former staircase leading to third storey (blocked off and decommissioned) (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figures 41 &42: (left) View of mid. century kitchenette at the rear of second storey (right) Detail view of contemporary bathroom at the rear of Section 'A' (Source: MHBC, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 134 Page 242 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Section W— Third Floor The third floor provides views of rooms which have been partitioned for office space. The rooms have been re -finished and original finished have been removed. Figures 43 & 44: (left) View of typical room in third storey, looking north, (right) Detail view of typical room in third storey, looking north-west (Source: MHBC, 2018) mI_,MM is m I - 1 a a -lima -%gum _IW la_ Figures 45 &46: (left) View of typical room in third storey, (right) View of property south of Charles Street East, looking south from roof of Structure 'D', (Source: MHBC, 2018) Section 'B' — Ground Floor The ground floor of Section 'B'is the main entrance and access to the staircase. The floor is tile with the 'Eureka' brand name in the tile. November 2022, updated January 2024 MHBC 135 Page 243 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figures 47 & 48: (left) View of'Eu reka'tile in ground floor of Section 'B', (right) Detail view of retail display case, looking west Source: MHBC, 2018) Section 'B'— Second and Third Floor This portion of Section 'B' facilitates as a staircase only and provides access to the roof. This portion of the building provides evidence of water damage, including peeling paint, mold and rot. Figures 49 & 50: (left) View of staircase looking towards main floor from third floor (right) Detail view of access to roof noting damage due to water egress, looking west (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figure 51: (left) View of staircase looking towards second storey from ground floor (Source: MHBC, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 136 Page 244 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Section 'C' Section 'Cis one room used as a retail area, with open concept storage areas towards the rear. The interior of the building has been altered and provides little evidence of its construction date. The roof may have been altered as it now appears to be contemporary metal roofing. All original windows have either been removed and replaced with contemporary windows or been bricked - over. Figures 52 & 53: (left) View interior of north elevation, looking north towards retail showroom (right) View of storage rooms behind the retail showroom area, looking north along east elevation wall (Source: MHBC, 2018) Figures 54 & 55: (left) Detail view of roof structure at the rear of Structure 'C', looking west (right) View of ramp providing access to basement of Section W, looking west (Source: MHBC, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 137 Page 245 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figures 56 & 57: (left) View rear storage rooms, looking east (right) View of narrow hallway of Section 'B' to the left, with retail area within Section 'Cto the right (Source: MHBC, 2018) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 138 Page 246 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 5.0 Evaluation of Cultural Heritage Resources 5.1 Evaluation Criteria Ontario Regulation 9/06 prescribes that that: A property may be designated under section 29 of theAct if it meets two or more or the following criteria for determining whether it is of cultural heritage value or interest.- The nterest. The property has design value or physical value because it, 7. is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method, 2. displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit, or 3. a high degree of technical or scientific achievement. The property has historical value or associative value because it, 4. has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community, 5. yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to on understanding of a community or culture, or 6. demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community. The property has contextual value because it 7. is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area, 8. is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings, or 9. is a landmark. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 139 Page 247 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 5.2 1027 King Street East The property located at 1027 King Street East can be described as a roughly rectangular -shaped lot with frontage on King Street East and frontage on Charles Street East. The property contains an industrial building which is comprised of different sections, described in this report as'A', B','C', and 'D'. The building also includes a small single storey garage to the south of the industrial building described in this report as Building 'E'. Sections 'D' and 'E' were constructed in the second half of the 201h century of cinder block construction, and these structures are not of significant cultural heritage value or interest and are not included in the following sub -sections of this report. 5.2.1 Evaluation of Design/Physical Value The property located at 1027 King Street East has modest design/physical value. The original portion of the building (section 'A') can be described as a brick industrial building constructed c.1916 by Thomas A. Witzel. The building was constructed for the Onward Manufacturing Company. Additions were constructed between 1925 and 1947. Section 'A' can be described as a common industrial style building and includes architectural features (such as large windows) which are common in the Edwardian period. Views of the building from the public realm compared to the early 20th century photograph of the building demonstrate that the building has been altered and had some original building fabric removed. All windows have been altered or replaced and the exterior has been parged and painted. Section 'B' of the structure was constructed in the Art Deco style and includes features indicative of this period. This includes multiple windows and geometric shapes, as well as a portico and display area at the main entrance. Some elements of Section 'B' remain, but have been altered. Section 'C'was constructed at some point between 1925 and 1947 and likely housed the 'Eureka' Vacuum manufacturing shops. All windows at the north elevation have been replaced and the entire building has been painted. All industrial -style windows with multiple lights along the east facade have been parged over. Only Section 'B' may be considered representative of the Art Deco style of architecture as the majority of its attributes remain. The building is not considered early, rare, and does not display a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit. It is important to note that a visual inspection of Building 'A' shows evidence of considerable damage as the result of a fire which occurred at an unknown date. It is unknown whether or not the extent of these damages affects the structural stability of the building and how this has an impact on potential retention of the building. 5.2.2 Evaluation of Historical or Associative Value The building located at 1027 King Street East has cultural heritage value primarily vested in its historic use as the Onward Manufacturing Co. facility from 1916 to the 1980s. The building is also November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 140 Page 248 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener associated with Theodore A. Witzel and family as owners and managers. The company was known for manufacturing and selling vacuums under the brand names Eureka and Triumph. The company manufactured ammunition for the Second World War, and went on to expand business to include barbeques, now known as Broil King and Stirling. The property is not likely to have the potential to yield further information that contributes to the community. The architect or builder is unknown. 5.2.3 Evaluation of Contextual Value The property located at 1027 King Street East has limited contextual value. The building remains in its original location in-situ and does not demonstrate a significant functional or physical connection to the subject lands or the surrounding landscape. The existing building at 1027 King Street East terminates a view at the intersection of King Street East Onward Avenue (i.e. looking south from Onward Avenue towards the front facade of the building.) While this view remains available, the front facade of the building and front yard amenity area has been considerably altered. The photograph of the building dated to the early 19th century demonstrates the building originally included a fenced -in open landscaped area to the north fronting King Street. This would have provided a complementary setting for the building and has since been removed and replaced with a parking lot. The City of Kitchener Statement of Significance for the property at 1027 King Street East (See Appendix B) identifies that'The original building is located directly across from Onward Avenue resulting in a clear view down Onward Avenue towards the front facade of the original building. It is clear that the original architect and builder considered the importance of siting the building directly across from Onward Avenue." 5.2.4 Heritage Attributes Section 'A': • 3 storey scale and massing with original brick construction and flat roof; The existing windows at all elevations are not considered to be heritage attributes as they have been altered or replaced. Section 'B': • 3 storey massing with multiple -light windows spanning the second and third storeys; • Geometric details and roof shape near the roofline which is indicative of the Art Deco architectural style; • Large glass showroom at ground level; • Gold and glass retail storefront and main entrance; November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 141 Page 249 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener While the existing pillar and portico structure remain, they have been altered are not considered heritage attributes. Section 'C': • Single storey massing with very shallow pitched roof gable; and • Arrangement of window openings, have 2 horizontal sets of 8 bays separated by bricks within a rectangular -shaped frame. The existing windows at all elevations have not been identified as heritage attributes as they have been considerably altered or replaced. Views: • View of 1027 King Street (front facade) looking south-east along Onward Avenue. 5.6 Summary of Evaluation A summary of the evaluation of cultural heritage value as per Ontario Regulation 9/06 is provided below in chart form. While the property meets certain criteria for cultural heritage significance, the heritage value of the property is modest. The cultural heritage value of the building is vested primarily in its historical associations with the operations of the Onward Manufacturing Co. and the Witzel family. Ontario Regulation 9/06 1027 King Street East (Sections 'A', '13', and 'C') 1. Design/Physical Value i. Rare, unique, representative Only section 'B' is considered representative of a or early example of a style, particular architectural style (Art Deco). All other type, expression, material or portions of the building (Sections 'A' and 'C') have construction method been extensively altered and features have been removed. As a result, Sections 'A' and 'C' have not retained their heritage integrity and are not considered representative of a particular architectural style. ii. Displays high degree of No. craftsmanship or artistic merit iii. Demonstrates high degree of No. technical or scientific achievement 2. Historical/associative value i. Direct associations with a Yes. Directly associated with the Onward theme, event, belief, person, Manufacturing Co. from approximately 1914 to at November2022, updoted-lanuary2024 MHBC 142 Page 250 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener activity, organization, institution that is significant ii. Yields, or has potential to yield information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture iii. Demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer, or theorist who is significant to the community. 3. Contextual value i. Important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area ii. Physically, functionally, visually, or historically linked to its surroundings iii. Is a landmark November 2022, updated January 2024 least the 1980s Witzel. No. Also associated with Theodore A. Unknown. The architect of the building (and its various additions) is unknown, but could be added to the historic record should the information become available in the future. 1►n Yes. The view of the property looking south along Onward Avenue has been identified as a view of cultural heritage value or interest in the City of Kitchener Cultural Heritage Landscape Study. No. MHBC 143 Page 251 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 6.0 Description of Proposed Development 6.1 Description of Proposed Development The proposed development of the subject lands includes the demolition of all buildings and structures to facilitate the construction of a mixed-use development. The development consists of an 11 and 29 storey 1 -shaped" residential apartment tower with a 4 storey podium, with a proposed floor space ration (FSR) of 8.1. A total of 514 rental apartment units are proposed. A total of 372 parking spaces are provided. A copy of Site Plans and Elevations are provided in Appendix A of this report. November2022, updotedJanuory2024 MHBC 144 Page 252 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 58: Site Plan (Source: NEO Architecture Inc., 2023) November202Z updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 145 Page 253 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 59: Rendering of Proposed Development (Source: NEO Architecture Inc., 2023) The proposed new building has been designed to consider the positive and negative space of the existing building and incorporate these into the design of the podium (See Figure 60). The proposed Art Deco mural, Eureka sign, and memory wall will be visible from the Onward Axis. An analysis of the view from Onward Avenue is provided in Section 7.2.4 of this report. November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 146 Page 254 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Q (0 I E 4LA O NORTH ELEVATVDN Figure 60: Rendering of Proposed Development looking south from Onward Avenue towards front elevation of the Podium, (Source: NEO Architecture Inc., 2023) The proposed development includes features which commemorates the history of the site. The development includes an Art Deco inspired mural at the north, east, and south elevations of the podium (See Figures 59 - 61). The mural commemorates the "Art Deco Tower" portion of the existing building which is proposed for removal. November 2022, updated January 2024 MHBC 147 Page 255 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 61: Rendering of Proposed Development and Art Deco Mural (Source: NEO Architecture Inc., 2023) Public commemoration of the site is proposed through the installation of a large "Memorial Wall" at the entrance to the podium (See Figure 62). The memorial wall includes information of the history of the site and it's evolution over time with photographs and images. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 148 Page 256 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Figure 62: Detail rendering of proposed Onward Memorial Wall. (Source: NEO Architecture Inc., 2022) The development also proposes to salvage elements of the Art Deco Tower to commemorate the site at the interior of the proposed lobby area. This includes salvaging and re -purposing a) original Eureka tile, b) windows and door elements, and c) the existing metal column (See Figure 63 and Appendix A). EUREKA MEMORY STAND itepurpose Existing i-iistnrical 130ding Elements Fa Proposed Lobby-. ew.a„ "l—o- 1i l-, 1 --------------- n:/W.rtrowa twaknc ;v v f, rnm�en nae, ------------------------------- ------'^__.- ,_-___.-------- 'Cr` r r �lf Figure 63: Proposed Eureka Memory Stand at the Interior of the Proposed Lobby. (Source: NEO Architecture Inc., 2022) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 149 Page 257 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 7,01mpacts of Proposed Development 7.1 Classifications of Impacts The impacts of a proposed development or change to a cultural heritage resource may occur over a short or long term duration, and may occur during a pre -construction phase, construction phase or post -construction phase. Impacts to a cultural heritage resource may also be site specific or widespread, and may have low, moderate or high levels of physical impact. According to the Ontario Heritage Tool Kit, the following constitutes negative impacts which may result of a proposed development: • Destruction; • Alteration; • Shadows; • Isolation; • Direct or indirect obstruction; • A change in land use; and • Land disturbances. The above noted adverse impacts will be considered as it relates to the scope of this Heritage Impact Assessment. 7.2 Impacts of the Proposed Development on 1027 King Street East 7.2.1 Demolition of Section 'A' The proposed development includes the demolition of Section 'A' of the existing industrial building. This section of the building is the original location of the Onward Manufacturing Co. building constructed at some point between 1914 and 1916. The building was constructed in a vernacular industrial architectural style as a 3 storey red brick building. The evaluation of this building has concluded that the building does not demonstrate significant design/physical value and has lost its heritage integrity. Section 'A' is not considered a rare, unique, or early form of construction in Ontario. The building was constructed in a vernacular industrial style which is well represented throughout Kitchener. While the building would have been considered representative of the vernacular industrial architectural style, the considerable alterations to the building over the November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 150 Page 258 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener years have resulted in the loss of the majority of its heritage attributes. Therefore, the proposed demolition of the building is considered a negligible impact. 7.2.2 Demolition of Section 'B' (i & ii) The proposed development includes the demolition of Section'B' of the existing industrial building. This HIA concludes that Section 'B' was an addition to the original Section 'A' of the building and was constructed at some point between 1925 and 1947. The building has design/physical value for its construction in the Art Deco style of architecture. While the tower and its window arrangement has been retained, the ground floor podium has been altered. However, the majority of heritage attributes have been retained. According to the early 2011 century photo of this portion of the building, the podium included a delicate roof overhang which displayed the 'EUREKA' company name. It is important to note that the existing gold retail display window and door arrangement is also original. Section 'B' is considered a representative example of the Art Deco architectural style. Buildings in the Art Deco style are not common and there are few representative examples known in Kitchener which have been retained and conserved. Therefore, the demolition of Section 'B' is considered an adverse impact as it would result in the permanent removal of a building which has design/physical value and has retained its heritage integrity and is considered a representative example of the Art Deco architectural style employed for an industrial setting and purpose. 7.2.3. Demolition of Section 'C' The proposed development includes the demolition of Section 'C' of the existing industrial building. Section 'C' was an addition to the original portion of the building, constructed at some point between 1925 and 1947. The building appears to have been constructed as a single storey red brick industrial vernacular building, previously having multiple -light windows along the entire east elevation. The existing window arrangement at the north elevation reflects the original, but has been substantially altered to the extent which it no longer communicates its original design. All original windows of the building have either been replaced (as with the north elevation) or covered -over. This portion of the building has retained its original scale and massing but is altered to the extent that it has lost much of its heritage integrity and is no longer a representative example of the vernacular industrial architectural style. The demolition of Section 'C' of the building is considered a negligible impact as it does not have significant design/physical value. 7.2.4 Alteration of Identified View The City of Kitchener Statement of Significance for the property at 1027 King Street East (See Appendix B) identifies that'The original building is located directly across from Onward Avenue resulting in a clear view down Onward Avenue towards the front facade of the original building. It November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 151 Page 259 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener is clear that the original architect and builder considered the importance of siting the building directly across from Onward Avenue." The following provides a comparison between existing views and those which would be available should the proposed new building be constructed. Existing views along Onward Avenue are terminated by the existing building located on the subject property. While the termination of the view would change, the proposed new building continues to provide a focus at the terminus of the view. The proposed new building includes the construction of a podium which has elements of positive and negative space, as well as horizontal and vertical arrangements which have been inspired by the existing building (See Figure 60 and Appendix A). The new views along Onward Avenue would be terminated by the portion of the podium which features the "Eureka" sign and Memory Wall (See Figures 66 & 68 below). Figures 65 & 66: (left) View of 1027 King Street East looking south-east from Onward Avenue, as existing; (right) Rendering of proposed development of the subject lands (front elevation) looking south-east from Onward Avenue. (Source: MHBC, 2021;NEO Architecture Inc., 2022) Figures 67 & 68: (left) View of 1027 King Street East looking south-east from Onward Avenue, as existing; Rendering of proposed development on the subject lands (front elevation) looking south-east from Onward Avenue. (Source: MHBC, 2021;NEO Architecture Inc., 2022) November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 152 Page 260 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 7.3 Summary of Impact Analysis As per the review provided above, the demolition of Sections'A' and 'C' of the building constitute a neutral impact. The demolition of Section 'B' is considered an adverse impact as it is the only portion of the building which has design/physical value and has retained its heritage integrity. The building (including sections 'A', 'B', and 'C') has historical associations with the Onward Manufacturing Co. which operated from 1916 to about 1980 and Theodore A. Witzel. The building (including Sections 'A','B', and 'Q has been identified in this report as being the only feature of cultural heritage value or interest on the subject lands. The context and surrounding landscape of the building has changed considerably over the years. As demonstrated with a review of early 201h century photographs, Fire Insurance Plans, and aerial photographs, the setting and context has changed and evolved over the years. The existing building appears to have been the only factory located on the block surrounded by King Street East, Ottawa Street South, Charles Street East, and Borden Ave up until approximately the 1940s/1 950s era. The block slowly began to develop with additional single detached residences, factories/industrial buildings, and other retail/service/commercial buildings usually associated with the automotive industry. The early 201h century photograph of the building depicting Sections 'A','B', and 'C' demonstrate that the north portion of the lot fronting King Street included landscaped open space surrounded by a fence. The demolition of the building is not anticipated to result in adverse impacts to the existing context and setting. The building has also been identified as part of the Onward Avenue potential Cultural Heritage Landscape' as an example of a 1920s era neighbourhood subdivision designed to co -exist with the automobile. The character defining features of the landscape are listed as including the boulevard along Onward Avenue and Crescent Avenue, curved and linear streets, mature trees, and residential and institutional buildings (including those of the Arts and Crafts style). The Onward Manufacturing Co. building is not specifically identified as a heritage attribute or character defining feature of the landscape. However, the existing building provides a termination to the view when looking south along Onward Avenue. The City of Kitchener CHL Study suggests that the placement of the building implies an intent to create the terminus of a view. The new building will not change any features of the Onward neighbourhood or the street. Instead, it will change the terminus of the view which is currently available. This is considered a negligible impact, provided that any new building continue to provide a view terminus. 1 City Staff have confirmed that the boundary of the Onward Avenue CHL are likely to be revised, and may result in the exclusion of the subject property. November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 153 Page 261 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 8,OConsideration of Development Alternatives, Mitigation Measures and Conservation Recommendations 8.1 Alternative Development Approaches The following have been identified as a range of development alternatives that may be considered as part of the heritage planning process. They have been listed in order from least to greatest impact on cultural heritage resources. 8.1.1 Do nothing This option would result in the continued vacancy of the majority of the subject lands and would retain the existing structures located along King Street and Charles Street East, including that of the various 'listed' properties on the subject lands. This option would preclude the redevelopment of the property. 8.1.2 Develop the site while retaining all buildings This option results in the retention of all portions of the building located at 1027 King Street East. As this Heritage Impact Assessment has demonstrated that the demolition of Sections'A' and 'C' is considered a neutral impact, the retention of these portions of the building is not necessary. The demolition of Section 'B' of the building would constitute an adverse impact as it would result in the demolition of a portion of the building which has design/physical value. The option to retain all of the building located at 1027 King Street East is not recommended as it would not contribute to a greater understanding of the community. Retaining portions of the building which have lost their original heritage attributes and heritage integrity would not result in good conservation best practices. 8.1.3 Develop the site while retaining a portion of the buildings This option would result in demolishing portions of the existing building and retaining others for the purpose of retention and conservation over the long-term. This Heritage Impact Assessment has demonstrated that Section 'B' is the only portion of the existing building which has retained its November2022, updotedJanuary2024 MHBC 154 Page 262 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener heritage integrity. This option would include the demolition of sections Wand 'C' while retaining and appropriately restoring Section 'B'to its original design quality. This option would result in the abilityto proceed with redevelopment while retaining a portion of the existing building.This would also allow for the retention of a design feature which would complement views of the property looking south along Onward Avenue. If this development alternative is selected, it is recommended that the building be appropriately conserved and restored so that original attributes remain. This alternative would result in less impacts to cultural heritage resources given that the portion of the site with its cultural heritage integrity intact could be restored. In order to determine whether or not this alternative was a viable option, a structural assessment was undertaken by Strik, Baldinelli and Monix on in June 22, 2021. A copy of the structural assessment is provided in Appendix C of this report. The structural assessment provided valuable input into determining the preferred alternative going forward. The structural assessment determined that "Due to the age and materials of the tower, it would be incredibly difficult for the existing structure to comply with such [building] codes." This is primarily due to the following: a) Confirmation has been provided in the structural report that the existing tower structure relies on adjacent buildings for structural stability. The structural report states that, "...we are fairly certain that the stair tower framing is supported by the existing building at the foundation, main floor, second floor and roof level". Should this portion of the building be retained in its existing location or re -located on-site, it would need to be altered to comply with current OBC standards. The structural report identifies that "...likely large steel structural steel columns and bracing would be required." Further, that other alterations, including the temporary modification or removal of the existing stairs would also be likely. The structural report identifies that the facade of the tower may be changed after construction resulting from both temporary and permanent bracing. Therefore, the existing components of the tower would likely need to be substantially changed if the building were to be retained. b) The use of hollow clay bocks in the construction of the tower also leads to difficulty in plans for retaining the structure. The structural report identifies that the clay blocks would have been manufactured before current codes which prescribe the compressive strength of masonry units and are likely in a shape/form which is no longer manufactured. The strength of the existing masonry would have to be tested. The structural report concludes that the existing tower is not acceptable as a stand-alone structure as it does not meet key building code and structural requirements. As a result, retaining the tower, or even a portion of the facade of the tower may not be feasible or alternatively, would result in a tower which has been substantially altered. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 155 Page 263 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 8.2 Mitigation Recommendations The following provides a list of mitigation recommendations in regards to the proposed development which includes the demolition of all buildings and structures on the property of cultural heritage value or interest located at 1027 King Street East: • Submission of a Documentation Report which includes: o Photographic descriptions and photo maps of the property and sections'A','B', and 'C' of the building. Further mitigation has also taken place, and a Documentation, Salvage, and Commemoration Plan has been submitted to the City of Kitchener in 2023. November2022, updotedJanuory2024 MHBC 156 Page 264 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 9. 0 Recommendations and Conclusions The building located on the subject property has historical associations with the Onward Manufacturing Co. and Theodore A. Witzel. While this is true, its historical associations are modest. While the building is associated with a business that operated throughout the 201h century, it is not unlike many manufacturing businesses in the City. Documentation and commemoration measures are incorporated into the development proposal to interpret the historical value of the site to the general public. This Heritage Impact Assessment has determined that the demolition of Sections'A' and 'C' of the building constitute a negligible impact as these portions of the building have lost their design/physical value and heritage integrity due to unsympathetic alterations. The demolition of Section 'B' is considered an adverse impact as it is the only portion of the building which has design/physical value and has retained its heritage integrity. The proposed design of the new building podium includes elements of the "Onward Axis" using positive and negative space, as well as horizontal and vertical lines. The building also includes a Memory Wall and "Eureka" sign at the King Street East frontage. Further, the interior of the building includes commemoration and elements of the original Art Deco tower will be salvaged and interpreted. The building has been identified as part of the Onward Avenue potential Cultural Heritage Landscape' as an example of a 1920s era neighbourhood subdivision designed to co -exist with the automobile. The Onward Manufacturing Co. building is not specifically identified as a heritage attribute or character defining feature of the landscape. However, views of the existing building are provided looking south-east along Onward Avenue and serve as the terminus of the view. The redevelopment of the site will result in changes to this view while ensuring that a terminus continues to be provided along Onward Avenue. The proposed design and siting are appropriate and is not anticipated to result in adverse impacts which require mitigation recommendations. Should the building be removed, the following mitigation measures are recommended: • Submission of a Documentation Report which includes: o Photographic descriptions and photo maps of the property and the various sections of the building. Z City Staff have confirmed that the boundary of the Onward Avenue CHL are likely to be revised, and may result in the exclusion of the subject property. November2022, updatedJanuary2024 MHBC 157 Page 265 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Further mitigation has also taken place, and a Documentation, Salvage, and Commemoration Plan has been submitted to the City of Kitchener in 2023. No further mitigation recommendations are necessary. November2022, updGtedJanuary2024 MHBC 158 Page 266 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 1001-1051 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener 10 e 0 Sources Bloomfield, Elizabeth and Linda Foster. Waterloo County Councillors: A Collective Biography. Caribout Imprints, 1995. Blumenson, John. Ontario Architecture: A Guide to Styles and Building Terms 1874 to the Present. Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 1990. City of Kitchener. Civic Centre Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District Study, 2006. City of Kitchener. Civic Centre Neighbourhood Heritage Conservation District Plan, 2007. Eby, Ezra. 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A copy of the Statement of Significance is attached. The subject property is also located within the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood significant cultural heritage landscape (CHL). A data sheet describing this CHL is available online — www. kitchener.ca/cu lturaIheritagelandscapes. Proposed Development The site specific HIA terms of reference was prepared in response to the pre -submission consultation meeting held on January 11, 2018 for the properties municipally addressed as 1001-1081 King Street East, 14-22 Ottawa Street South and 530-564 Charles Street East. The terms of reference was prepared based on the pre -submission consultation application, which proposed the demolition of all buildings in order to construct a multi -phased mixed use development with 12 and 18 storey residential buildings and a 3-6 storey office/retail building. HIA Requirement The City of Kitchener requires the submission of a Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) as part of a complete Planning Act application (e.g. Site Plan) for the properties municipally addressed as 1001-1081 King Street East, 14-22 Ottawa Street South and 530-564 Charles Street East. The following site specific Terms of Reference shall be used to fulfil the condition regarding completion, approval and implementation of a HIA prior to the consideration of an application made under the Planning Act. A HIA is a study to determine the impacts to known and potential cultural heritage resources within a defined area proposed for future development. The study shall include an inventory of all cultural heritage resources within and adjacent to the planning application area. The study results in a report which identifies all known cultural heritage resources, evaluates the significance of the resources, and makes recommendations toward mitigative measures that would minimize negative impacts to those resources. A Heritage Impact Assessment may be required on a property which is listed on the City's Heritage Advisory Committee Inventory; listed on the City's Municipal Heritage Register; designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, or where development is proposed adjacent to a protected heritage property. The requirement may also apply to unknown or recorded cultural heritage resources which are discovered during the development application stage or construction. 2.0 Heritage Impact Assessment Requirements It is important to recognize the need for Heritage Impact Assessments at the earliest possible stage of development or alteration. Notice will be given to the property owner and/or their representative as Page 277 of 426 early as possible. When the property is the subject of a Plan of Subdivision or Site Plan application, notice of a Heritage Impact Assessment requirement will typically be given at the pre -application meeting, followed by written notification to include specific terms of reference. The notice will inform the property owner of any known heritage resources specific to the subject property and provide guidelines to completing the Heritage Impact Assessment. The following minimum requirements will be required in a Heritage Impact Assessment: 2.1 Present owner contact information for properties proposed for development and/or site alteration. 2.2 A detailed site history to include a listing of owners from the Land Registry Office, and a history of the site use(s). 2.3 A written description of the buildings, structures and landscape features on the subject properties including: building elements, building materials, architectural and interior finishes, natural heritage elements, and landscaping. The description will also include a chronological history of the buildings' development, such as additions and demolitions. The attached Statement of Significance for 1027 King Street East outlines the cultural heritage value and interest as well as an initial list of heritage attributes. In addition, the Kitchener Cultural Heritage Landscape Study describes the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood cultural heritage landscape along with its cultural heritage value and heritage attributes. The report shall consider the cultural heritage value and heritage attributes in its evaluation of development options and the recommended appropriate level of conservation. 2.4 Documentation of the subject properties to include: current photographs of each elevation of the buildings, photographs of identified heritage attributes and a site plan drawn at an appropriate scale to understand the context of the buildings and site details. Documentation shall also include where available, current floor plans, and historical photos, drawings or other available and relevant archival material. 2.5 An outline of the proposed development, its context, and how it will impact the properties (buildings, structures, and site details including landscaping). In particular, the potential visual and physical impact of the proposed development on the identified heritage attributes of the properties shall be assessed. The Heritage Impact Assessment must consider potential negative impacts as identified in the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport's Ontario Heritage Tool Kit. Negative impacts may include but are not limited to: alterations that are not sympathetic or compatible with the cultural heritage resource; demolition of all or part of a cultural heritage resource; etc. The outline should also address the influence and potential impact of the development on the setting and character of the subject properties. In particular, the report shall consider the visual relationship between the Onward Avenue Neighbourhood significant cultural heritage landscape and the listed property at 1027 King Street East, including views down Onward terminating at the original building. Page 278 of 426 2.6 Options shall be provided that explain how the cultural heritage resources may be conserved, relating to their level of importance. Methods of mitigation may include, but are not limited to preservation/conservation in situ, adaptive re -use, relocation, commemoration and/or documentation. Each mitigative measure should create a sympathetic context for the heritage resource. In particular, the report should consider an option with full retention of the original circa 1914 Industrial Vernacular building and the 1946 Art Deco influenced addition. 2.7 A summary of the heritage conservation principles and how they will be used must be included. Conservation principles may be found in online publications such as: the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada (Parks Canada); Eight Guiding Principles in the Conservation of Built Heritage Properties (Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport); and, the Ontario Heritage Tool Kit (Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport). 2.8 Proposed alterations and demolitions must be justified and explained as to any loss of cultural heritage value and impact on the streetscape/neighbourhood context. Since the preferred proposal is to demolish all existing buildings, the report must evaluate whether demolition is an acceptable level of conservation, and if so, clearly explain why demolition is acceptable based on heritage conservation principles (see 2.7 above). 2.9 Recommendations shall be as specific as possible, describing and illustrating locations, elevations, materials, landscaping, etc. 2.10 The qualifications and background of the person(s) completing the Heritage Impact Assessment shall be included in the report. The author(s) must demonstrate a level of professional understanding and competence in the heritage conservation field of study. The report will also include a reference for any literature cited, and a list of people contacted during the study and referenced in the report. 3.0 Summary Statement and Conservation Recommendations The summary statement should provide a full description of: ■ The significance and heritage attributes of the subject properties. ■ The identification of any impact the proposed development will have on the heritage attributes of the subject properties. Based on recent proposals, negative impacts may include changes to the context, partial demolition and/or full demolition. ■ An explanation of what conservation or mitigative measures, or alternative development, or site alteration approaches are recommended. ■ Clarification as to why specific conservation or mitigative measures, or alternative development or site alteration approaches are not appropriate. 4.0 Mandatory Recommendation Page 279 of 426 The consultant must write a recommendation as to whether the subject properties are worthy of listing or designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. Should the consultant not support heritage designation then it must be clearly stated as to why the subject property does not meet the criteria as stated in Regulation 9/06. The following questions must be answered in the mandatory recommendation of the report: 1. The City has already confirmed that 1027 King Street East meets the City of Kitchener's criteria for listing on the Municipal Heritage Register as a Non -Designated Property of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. 2. Do the properties meet the criteria for heritage designation under Ontario Regulation 9/06 of the Ontario Heritage Act? Why or why not? 3. If the subject properties do not meet the criteria for designation then it must be clearly stated as to why they do not. 4. Regardless of the failure to meet criteria for heritage listing or designation, do the properties warrant conservation as per the definition in the Provincial Policy Statement? Why or why not? 5.0 Approval Process Three (3) hard copies of the Heritage Impact Assessment and one electronic pdf format burned on CD shall be provided to Heritage Planning staff. Both the hard and electronic copies shall be marked with a "DRAFT" watermark background. The Heritage Impact Assessment will be reviewed by City staff to determine whether all requirements have been met and to review the preferred option(s). Following the review of the Heritage Impact Assessment by City staff, three (3) hard copies and one electronic copy of the final Heritage Impact Assessment ("DRAFT" watermark removed) will be required. The copies of the final Heritage Impact Assessment will be considered by the Director of Planning. Note that Heritage Impact Assessments may be circulated to the City's Heritage Kitchener Committee for information and discussion. A Site Plan Review Committee meeting may not be scheduled until the City's Heritage Kitchener Committee has been provided an opportunity to review and provide feedback to City staff. Heritage Impact Assessments may be subject to a peer review to be conducted by a qualified heritage consultant at the expense of the City of Kitchener. The applicant will be notified of Staff's comments and acceptance, or rejection of the report. An accepted Heritage Impact Assessment will become part of the further processing of a development application under the direction of the Planning Division. The recommendations within the final approved version of the Heritage Impact Assessment may be incorporated into development related legal agreements between the City and the proponent at the discretion of the municipality. The applicant is encouraged to submit the report to Heritage Planning staff for review prior to submission of a complete Planning Act (e.g. Site Plan) application in order to prevent delays that may result due to insufficient review time and the need to consult the City's Heritage Kitchener committee. City of Kitchener Community Services Department - Planning Division Page 280 of 426 Conservation Plan - Terms of Reference I ntrnrh irtinn The following Terms of Reference shall be used to fulfill the condition regarding completion and approval of a Conservation Plan prior to the consideration of an application made under the Planning Act. The Conservation Plan shall address how the cultural heritage resources and attributes as identified and described in an approved Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), will be conserved. A Conservation Plan is a document which identifies the conservation principles appropriate for the type of cultural heritage resource/attributes being conserved; provides detailed documentation of the resource and its heritage attributes; includes an assessment of current conditions and deficiencies; and recommends conservation measures and interventions in the short, medium and long term to ensure preservation of the property's cultural heritage significance. Policy Context Section 2 of the Planning Act indicates that Council shall have regard to matters of Provincial interest such as the conservation of features of significant architectural, cultural, historical, archaeological or scientific interest. In addition, Section 3 of the Planning Act requires that decisions of Council shall be consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement. Policy 2.6.1 of the Provincial Policy Statement requires that significant built heritage resources and significant cultural heritage landscapes shall be conserved. The Provincial Policy Statement defines a built heritage resource as including resources listed by local jurisdictions. Significant is defined as resources that are valued for the important contribution they make to our understanding of the history of a place, an event, or a people and notes that while some significant resources may already be identified and inventoried by official sources, the significance of others can only be determined after evaluation. Conserved is defined as meaning the identification, protection, management and use of built heritage resources, cultural heritage landscapes and archaeological resources in a manner that ensures their cultural heritage value or interest is retained under the Ontario Heritage Act. This may be achieved by the implementation of recommendations set out in a conservation plan, archaeological assessment, and/or heritage impact assessment. Mitigative measures and/or alternative development approaches can be included in these plans and assessments. Conservation Plan Requirements • Present owner contact information for property proposed for development and/or alteration. • Identification of all cultural heritage resource(s) and a clear statement of their cultural heritage value and interest, including a bullet point list of their heritage attributes. • Identification of the conservation principles and guidelines to be applied for the type of heritage resource/attributes being conserved and the specific conservation work to be undertaken in order to repair, maintain and protect the heritage resources and attributes. These conservation principles and guidelines may be found in publications such as: Parks Canada — Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Places in Canada; Eight Guiding Principles in the Conservation of Page 281 of 426 Building Heritage Properties, Ontario Ministry of Culture; and, the Ontario Ministry of Culture's Ontario Heritage Tool Kit (all available online). • An assessment of the current condition of the cultural heritage resources and their heritage attributes. The Conservation Plan must identify the physical condition and integrity of the cultural heritage resources and their heritage attributes, with a view toward making recommendations regarding appropriate repair and maintenance, in keeping with good conservation practice. • Identification of the short, medium and long term vision for the conservation of the heritage resources, and of the specific conservation measures to be undertaken in the short, medium, and long-term. Such measures shall describe the documentation, stabilization, repair, monitoring and maintenance strategies required to be undertaken for each phase, and shall reference the qualifications for anyone responsible for undertaking such work. This section may include, but is not be limited to, the following: Short -Term Conservation Work • Documentation (through detailed description and photographs) of heritage attributes proposed to be demolished, removed, salvaged or otherwise irreversibly damaged. • Description and specifications for work required to be undertaken to conserve heritage attributes in need of immediate repair and stabilization to prevent further deterioration, damage and the potential loss of such attributes. • monitoring strategy to protect the property from vandalism or fire (e.g. methodology for monitoring; frequency of monitoring; and process to address issues that arise through monitoring). Medium -Term Conservation Work • Description and specifications for work required to be undertaken to heritage attributes as part of the proposed development and/or rehabilitation (to include demolition, removal and salvage of heritage attributes; the stabilization, repair and cleaning of heritage attributes; and the reconstruction or replacement of heritage attributes). Such work may be divided into phases. Page 282 of 426 Long -Term Conservation Work • Identification of a monitoring program addressing appropriate measures for the ongoing maintenance of the heritage resources and attributes, post development/rehabilitation. • Provide a recommended schedule for conservation work, inspections, monitoring, maintenances and phases (short, medium, and long-term). • The Conservation Plan must include a cost estimate of the conservation work to be undertaken in the short-term to heritage attributes in need of immediate repair and stabilization to prevent further damage and deterioration. Such cost estimate must be prepared by a qualified individual or consultant. In order to ensure implementation of the Conservation Plan, the City may require the owner to post a Letter of Credit equal to the value of the short-term conservation work as a condition of the approval of the subject application. • The qualifications and background of the person(s) completing the Conservation Plan shall be included in the report. The author(s) must demonstrate a level of professional understanding and competence in the field of heritage conservation. The report will also include a reference for any literature cited, and a list of people contacted during the study and referenced in the report. Approval Process Five hard copies of the Conservation Plan and one electronic pdf format burned on disk shall be provided to Heritage Planning staff. Both the hard and electronic copies will be marked with a DRAFT watermark. The Conservation Plan will be reviewed by Heritage Planning staff and a recommendation will be made to the Director of Planning. Approval of the Conservation Plan by the Director of Planning is required prior to issuance of approval of the application. Approval of the Conservation Plan may result in the establishment of development related legal agreements or conditions of development approval. Statement of Significance 1027 KING STREET EAST Municipal Address: 1027 King Street East, Kitchener Legal Description: Plan 404 Lot 16 to 18 Lot 27 to 29 Part Lot 25 Year Built: 1914 Architectural Style: Art Deco Original Owner: Onward Manufacturing Company Limited Original Use: Institutional 983 991,995, 1001 1007 9015 520 528 530 534 1027 1051 1085 542 1081 ca s9r 584 14 O "V �L 22 1105 k? T� Page 283 of 426 Condition: Good Description of Historic Place 1027 King Street East was originally a two storey early 20th century building built in the Industrial Vernacular architectural style. Various additions and modifications have occurred to the building resulting in no single distinct architectural style. One interesting addition was the construction of a central tower addition, which is influenced by the Art Deco architectural style. The building is situated on a 0.76 acre parcel of land located on the south side of King Street East between Borden Avenue and Ottawa Street in the King East Planning Community of the City of Kitchener within the Region of Waterloo. The principal resource that contributes to the heritage value is the original building and Art Deco addition. Heritage Value 1027 King Street East is recognized for its contextual, historical and associative values. The original building is representative of industrial vernacular architecture. The building is three bays wide by six bays deep. Three bays face both King Street East and Charles Street East. The main fagade is King Street East. The building features: brick construction; brick pilasters; large window openings; and, concrete headers and sills. The contextual value relates to the buildings location and design. The fagade of the original building is parallel to King Street East and is perpendicular to Onward Avenue. The original building is located directly across from Onward Avenue resulting in a clear view down Onward Avenue towards the front fagade of the original building. It is clear that the original architect and builder considered the importance of siting the building directly across from Onward Avenue. The historic and associative values relate to the original owner and use of the building as well as the architect of the 1946 addition. The original owner was Theodore Adam Witzel of the Onward Manufacturing Company Limited. In 1906, Mr. Witzel's company became the first in Canada to manufacture and sell hand vacuum sweepers and electric vacuum cleaners under the trade names of Onward and Triumph. The company was renamed Onward Manufacturing Company Limited in 1908. In 1908 a second company, The Eureka Vacuum Cleaner Company, was established. The vacuums were manufactured in the US while the Onward Manufacturing Company Limited focused on product distribution throughout Canada. The plant opened at 1027 King Street East, Kitchener, in 1914. The Eureka and Onward companies were amalgamated under the name Onward Manufacturing Company Limited in 1924. After the war, the company expanded to manufacture cabinet and utility hardware in 1946. Mr. Witzel died in 1948 and his son Theodore Andrew Witzel Senior (1918-1995) became the President. The company continued to grow between 1949 and 1960 with the introduction of home appliance distribution. In 1966, National Union Electric Corporation of Stamford, Connecticut purchased 80% of the Eureka vacuum cleaner and appliance distribution division as well as the name Onward Manufacturing Company Limited. T.A. Witzel, Sr. remained President of Onward Manufacturing Limited until his resignation in 1974. He retained ownership and was President of Onward Hardware Limited for the manufacturing and selling of cabinet and general hardware and developed another Company he owned known as Tawco Limited for commercial cleaning equipment distribution and franchising coin operated laundry and dry cleaning stores. Vernon's Directory records suggest that the business operated at 1027 King Street East for approximately 67 years until 1981. Around that time, Onward Hardware began to manufacture fireplace inserts and charcoal water smokers and an appliance retail division (now known as T.A. Appliance Warehouse) was established at 932 Victoria Street North, Kitchener. T.A. Witzel Senior passed away in 1995 and the company is now owned and operated by his three sons. The company Page 284 of 426 was divided into three separate companies in 2000. The barbecue division adopted the original name "Onward Manufacturing Company Limited", the hardware division became "Onward Cluthe Hardware Products Inc.", and the appliance division became "TA Appliance Inc." All three companies continue to operate. The architects of the 1946 addition to the building at 1027 King Street East were William Stuart Jenkins and Sherman W. Wright. Jenkins and Wright were best known for their designs of municipal arena complexes in several Ontario towns and for the restoration in 1952 of `Woodside' the home of William Lyon Mackenzie King. Jenkins and Wright were the architects for the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. Heritage Attributes The heritage value of 1027 King Street East resides in the following heritage attributes: All elements related to the construction and Industrial Vernacular architectural style of the building, including: o Roof and roofline; o Large window openings, including concrete headers and sills; and, o Brick construction, including brick pilasters; ■ All elements related to the context, including the relationship of the original building to King Street and Onward Avenue. Photo 1027 King Street East (King Street Elevation Page 285 of 426 N 4- 0 co N N O1 rn 0 0 ❑ m ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ > ❑ } v } v } N w ❑ > E w w w } 0 } u > } v 0 v z o Ll ❑ z oz z Z W O z O z O z cm -I o OV LlLlD ❑ w 0 Z Ll Ll_ 0 Ll Ll Llc o Ln 3 3 ° 3 ° ❑ O Y Y O O Y O O GT O C F Q C = O _ C _ m D Y O O Y O O Y O O D -O 0) D Ll {n D D D Y O w Ll Ll ❑ Q O Ll W z ¢ Ll Ll z z z z z ? 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It is our understanding that you are inquiring about the possibility of demolishing the rest of the building and leaving the front stair tower as a stand-alone structure. Please accept this letter as a summary of our observations, recommendations, and conclusions. Our review was a non-invasive visual inspection of the interior and exterior of the front stair tower. The exterior was reviewed from the ground level and the roof of the main building only. We have not performed any detailed calculations or destructive investigations unless specifically noted. OBSERVATIONS 1. Based on the methods of construction and the condition of the building, the building appears to be approximately 90 to 100 years old. The front stair tower is likely connected to adjacent structures on three sides with an approximate building area (footprint) of 13,900 sq.ft. The adjacent buildings vary in height but are 2 to 2.5 storeys high. The building was reportedly constructed in phases. 2. A previous inspection by SBM of the building on the right of the stair tower revealed signs of fire damage and deterioration to some of the main structural timber beams. 3. The stair tower was site measured to be approximately 13'-9" wide x 11'-10" deep x 41'-3" high. There appears to be an 8'-10" high attic space over the stair tower. 4. The total percentage of openings in the front elevation is approximately 43%. The front door/window glazing extends the full width of the tower main floor, leaving no available shear walls. The window glazing at the second and third floor is centred in the wall and is approximately 54% of the wall length, leaving only approximately 3'-3" of available shear wall each side of the window. 5. The exterior walls were measured at the second -floor exterior door opening to be approximately 13.5" thick. A %" cementitious parging was locally removed from the interior face of the stair tower to expose a clay brick or block, approximately 8" high. A small hole in the brick indicates the clay block is hollow. 6. The front and sides of the stair tower are clad with a 4" thick concrete panel veneer. The rear elevation has a brick veneer. The concrete panel veneer has localized areas of minor spalling throughout. The concrete veneer is painted. The paint is in poor condition. Strik, Baldinelli, Moniz Ltd. Page 289 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca SBM W-20-397 7. Based on our experience with other low-rise buildings on King Street of similar age and construction, it is likely the exterior walls are constructed of 8" hollow clay block with a 4" concrete panel or brick veneer. AFA 0 Algol Clay block wall at 936 King Street E, is likely the some material utilized to construct the stair tower at 1027 King Street E. 8. The stairs are structural steel with a concrete topping. 9. Visually, the stair tower walls appear plumb and there is little to no cracking, spalling or deterioration in the superstructure indicating that the walls are not currently overstressed. 10. The foundation wall for the stair tower is a cast -in-place concrete wall and is shared with the adjacent three structures. There is no cracking in the foundation walls or evidence of settlement. 11. The footings below the tower and balance of the building are unknown. 12. At the basement level (Car Quest basement), the foundation is a combination of old cast -in-place concrete and rubble stone foundation wall. 2 RECOMMENDAITONS My professional opinion on the tower as a stand-alone entity is as follows: 1. The existing stair tower appears to have been constructed before the Ontario Building Code was enacted into law and would have been constructed in accordance with good building practices at the time of construction. For the existing tower to be modified to a stand alone -structure it would have to be reviewed in accordance with live, snow, wind and seismic loads prescribed by the current Ontario Building Code. The masonry structure would need to be evaluated in accordance with the current masonry design code CSA 5304. Due to the age and materials of the tower, it would be incredibly difficult for the existing structure to comply with such codes. Current engineering standards and best practises have much more rigorous guidelines for earthquake design, allowable deflection tolerances, insulation, reinforcing etc 2. The clay blocks would have been manufactured before the current code prescribed the compressive strength of masonry units. Additionally, the cross section of the block is likely not a shape that is currently manufactured. A localized section of block would have to be removed and tested in accordance with CSA CAN3-A82.2 "Methods of sampling and testing brick" to determine the compressive strength of the existing material. 3. Although the existing building is covered with finishes, we are fairly certain that the stair tower framing is supported by the existing building at the foundation, main floor, second floor and roof level. 4. Given the scope of the site visit, we are uncertain if the concrete panel or brick veneer is supported at the roof level or if the veneer is full height and extends below the roof. The cladding on the sides and rear of the stair 2 Page 290 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca SBM W-20-397 tower below the roof level of the adjacent building should be confirmed before decisions are made to ensure there is cladding present and that the cladding matches the visible cladding above the roof. 5. We have not completed a detailed structural analysis, but a review of CSA 5304 Annex F Empirical Design indicates that the existing tower is not acceptable as a stand-alone structure as it does not meet the following requirements: a. The tower walls require minimum 85% of the wall to remain in order to adequately resist wind loading (to just pick one of many design criteria). The large opening in the front elevation of the tower is approximately 55% of the wall length. b. Also shear wall segments must be minimum 10'-0" long. c. Due to the openings in the front elevation, the front wall does not have an adequate shear wall resulting in the tower being analyzed as a 3 -sided structure. Empirically, the masonry code requires a minimum of 2 noncolinear walls. 3 CONCLUSIONS Due to the age of the building and the fair condition of the structural elements of the existing stair tower, the tower appears structurally adequate to remain in service in the existing capacity while supported by the existing adjacent buildings. Although we have not completed a detailed structural analysis, based on our experience with the inspections of old masonry structures, the analysis and/or design of similar structures, and the number of empirical code requirements that are violated, it is our opinion that the tower is likely not structurally adequate to act as a stand-alone structure without significant reinforcing. Due to the historic nature of the existing building materials, no reinforcing will be able to match the existing construction; likely large structural steel columns and bracing would be required. Construction of the permanent reinforcing will likely require modification or temporary removal of the existing stairs. Construction of the temporary support during construction and construction of the permanent reinforcing required will be extremely difficult and could potentially damage the existing structure. The fagade of the tower may be changed after construction resulting from the connections of the temporary and permanent bracing. From a cost, constructability, and construction safety standpoint, it is our opinion that it is better to carefully remove the tower finishes and reconstruct the tower using modern materials and construction practices. If you would like SBM to complete a further analysis including review of seismic resistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. 3 Page 291 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca 4 LIMITATIONS SBM W-20-397 • This report is intended exclusively for the Client(s) named in the report. The material in it reflects our bestjudgment in light of the information reviewed by Strik Baldinelli Moniz at the time of preparation. No portion of this report may be used as a separate entity, it is written to be read in its entirety. • Any use which a third party makes of this report, or any reliance on or decisions to be made based on it, are the responsibility of such third parties. • Only the specific information identified has been reviewed. The consultant is not obligated to identify mistakes or insufficiencies in the information obtained from the various sources or to verify the accuracy of the information. The Consultant may use such specific information obtained in performing its services and is entitled to rely upon the accuracy and completeness thereof. • This assessment does not wholly eliminate uncertainty regarding the potential for existing or future costs, hazards or losses in connection with a property. No site inspections, physical or destructive testing and no design calculations have been performed unless specifically recorded. Conditions existing but not recorded were not apparent given the level of study undertaken. We can perform further investigation on items of concern if so required. • We accept no responsibility for any decisions made or actions taken as a result of this report unless we are specifically advised of and participate in such action, in which case our responsibility will be as agreed to at that time. Any user of this report specifically denies any right to claims against the Consultant, Sub - Consultants, their Officers, Agents and Employees in excess of the fee paid for professional services. We trust this report meets your satisfaction. If you need further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact us. Respectfully submitted, Strik, Baldinelli, Moniz Ltd. Planning • Civil • Structural • Mechanical • Electrical Darryl Cowan, P.Eng Associate II 4J. r'F I� Y i�Al�1 '73 -100072514 VCE 0V 4 Page 292 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca APPENDIX A REFERENCE FIGURES SBM W-20-397 Page 293 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca Figure 1— Key Plan of Site —GO Figure 2 —The front elevation of the building, viewed from the north west. SBM W-20-397 6 Page 294 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca i -- If�I A/ 10x7 !_�!_ 14 . II ri Figure 3 — Front elevation of the existing front stair tower. F SBM W-20-397 Figure 4 — East side of the building showing the south-east corner of the stair tower above the building roof line. 7 Page 295 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca a ........ Figure 5 — Rear elevation of the stair tower. Note painted brick veneer. SBM W-20-397 Figure 6 — South-east corner of the stair tower above the building roof. Note the joint between brick veneer (rear) and concrete panel veneer (side). s Page 296 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca Figure 7 — Interior face of stair tower exterior wall showing %" parging and hollow clay block. Figure 8 —Typical steel stairs with concrete topping. SBM W-20-397 Page 297 of 426 www.sbmltd.ca Figure 9 — Interior face of exterior stair tower wall below main floor stair landing. SBM W-20-397 Figure 10 — South-west foundation wall below the stair tower, viewed from the basement of the adjacent building. 10 Page 298 of 426 Heritage Impact Assessment 7007-7057 King Street East and 530-564 Charles Street East, City of Kitchener Appendix D Curriculum Vitae (next page) November2022, updotedJanuory2024 MHBC 164 Page 299 of 426 EDUCATION Masters of Arts (Planning) University of Waterloo Bachelor of Environmental Studies University of Waterloo Bachelor of Arts (Art History) University of Saskatchewan CONTACT 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 T 519 576 3650 x 744 F 519 5760121 dcurrie@mhbcplan.com www.mhbcplan.com CURRICULUMVITAE Dan Currie, MA, MCIP, RPP, CAHP Dan Currie, a Partner and Managing Director of MHBC's Cultural Heritage Division, joined MHBC Planning in 2009, after having worked in various positions in the public sector since 1997. Dan provides a variety of planning services for public and private sector clients including a wide range of cultural heritage policy and planning work including strategic planning, heritage policy, heritage conservation district studies and plans, heritage master plans, cultural heritage evaluations, heritage impact assessments and cultural heritage landscape studies. PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Full Member, Canadian Institute of Planners Full Member, Ontario Professional Planners Institute Professional Member, Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals SELECTED PROJECT EXPERIENCE Heritage Conservation District Studies and Plans Streetsville Heritage Conservation District Study (underway) Amherstburg Heritage Conservation District Study (underway) Melville Street Heritage Conservation District Study (underway) Stouffville Heritage Conservation District Study (2022) Alton Heritage Conservation District Study, Caledon (202 1) Port Stanley Heritage Conservation District Plan (2021) Port Credit Heritage Conservation District Plan, Mississauga (2018) Town of Cobourg Heritage Conservation District Plan updates (2016) Rondeau Heritage Conservation District Plan, Chatham Kent (2016) Barriefield Heritage Conservation District Plan Update, Kingston (2015) Victoria Square Heritage Conservation District Study, Markham (2015) Bala Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan, Township of Muskoka Lakes (2015) Downtown Meaford Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan (2013) Brooklyn and College Hill Heritage Conservation District Plan, Guelph (2014) Garden District Heritage Conservation District Study and Plan, Toronto (2014) Heritage Master Plans and Management Plans City of Guelph Cultural Heritage Action Plan (2020) Town of Cobourg Heritage Master Plan (2016) Page 300 of 426 CONTACT 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 T 519 576 3650 x 744 F 519 5760121 dcurrie@mhbcplan.com www.mhbcplan.com CURRICULUMVITAE Dan Currie, MA, MCIP, RPP, CAHP Burlington Heights Heritage Lands Management Plan (2016) City of London Western Counties Cultural Heritage Plan (2014) Cultural Heritage Evaluations Aurora Heritage Register Review (2022) MacDonald Mowatt House, University of Toronto (2020) City of Kitchener Heritage Property Inventory Update (2016) Niagara Parks Commission Queen Victoria Park Cultural Heritage Evaluation (2016) Designation of Main Street Presbyterian Church, Town of Erin (2019) Designation of St. Johns Anglican Church, Norwich (2019) Cultural Heritage Landscape evaluation, former Burlingham Farmstead, Prince Edward County (2018) Heritage Impact Assessments Heritage Impact Assessment for Pier 8, Hamilton (2015) Homer Watson House Heritage Impact Assessment, Kitchener (2016) Expansion of Schneider Haus National Historic Site, Kitchener (2016) Redevelopment of former industrial facility, 57 Lakeport Road, Port Dalhousie (2018) Redevelopment of former amusement park, Boblo Island (2022) Redevelopment of historic Waterloo Post Office (2019) Redevelopment of former Brick Brewery, Waterloo (2016) Redevelopment of former American Standard factory, Cambridge (2014) Redevelopment of former Goldie and McCullough factory, Cambridge (2019) Mount Pleasant Islamic Centre, Brampton (2020) Demolition of former farmhouse at 10536 McCowan Road, Markham (2020) Heritage Assessments for Infrastructure Projects and Environmental Assessments Heritage Assessment of 10 Bridges within Rockcliffe Special Policy Area, Toronto (2019) Blenheim Road Realignment Collector Road EA, Cambridge (2014) Badley Bridge EA, Elora (2014) Black Bridge Road EA, Cambridge (2013) Heritage and Cultural Heritage Landscape Assessment of Twenty Mile Creek Arch Bridge, Town of Lincoln (202 1) Heritage Evaluation of Deer River, Burnt Dam and Macintosh Bridges, Peterborough County (2021) Page 301 of 426 CONTACT 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 T 519 576 3650 x 744 F 519 5760121 dcurrie@mhbcplan.com www.mhbcplan.com CURRICULUMVITAE Dan Currie, MA, MCIP, RPP, CAHP Conservation Plans Black Bridge Strategic Conservation Plan, Cambridge (2013) Conservation Plan for Log house, Burgetz Ave., Kitchener (2020) Conservation and Construction Protection Plan - 54 Margaret Avenue, Kitchener (2019) Tribunal Hearinos: Redevelopment 9 Dee Road, Queenston (OLT) (2023) Redevelopment 18314 Hurontario Street, Caledon Village (OLT) (2023) Redevelopment 217 King Street S, Waterloo (OLT) (2022) Redevelopment 147 Main Street, Grimsby (OLT) (2022) Redevelopment of 12 Pearl Street, Burlington (OLT) (2021) Designation of 30 Ontario Street, St. Catharines (CRB) (2021) Designation of 27 Prideaux Street, Niagara on the Lake (CRB) (2021) Redevelopment of Langmaids Island, Lake of Bays (LPAT) (2021) Redevelopment of property at 64 Grand Ave., Cambridge (LPAT) (2019) Youngblood subdivision, Elora (LPAT) (2019) Demolition 174 St. Paul Street (Collingwood Heritage District) (LPAT) (2019) Port Credit Heritage Conservation District (LPAT) (2018) Brooklyn and College Hill HCD Plan (OMB) (2015) Rondeau HCD Plan (LPAT) (2015) Designation of 108 Moore Street, Bradford (CRB) (2015) Downtown Meaford HCD Plan (OMB) (2014) Master Plans, Growth Management Strategies and Policy Studies Township of West Lincoln East Smithville Secondary Plan (2022) Town of Frontenac Islands Maryville Secondary Plan (2021) Niagara -on -the -Lake Corridor Design Guidelines (2016) Cambridge West Master Environmental Servicing Plan (2013) Ministry of Infrastructure Review of Performance Indicators for the Growth Plan (2011) Township of Tiny Residential Land Use Study (2012) Port Severn Settlement Area Boundary Review (2012) Township of West Lincoln Intensification Study and Employment Land Strategy (2011) Ministry of the Environment Review of the D -Series Land Use Guidelines (2012) Page 302 of 426 CURRICULUMVITAE Dan Currie, MA, MCIP, RPP, CAHP Meadowlands Conservation Area Management Plan (2013) City of Kawartha Lakes Growth Management Strategy (2010) Development Planning Provide consulting services for municipal and private sector clients for: • Secondary Plans • Draft plans of subdivision • Consent • Official Plan Amendment • Zoning By-law Amendment • Minor Variance • Site Plan CONTACT 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 T 519 576 3650 x 744 F 519 5760121 dcurrie@mhbcplan.com www.mhbcplan.com 4 Page 303 of 426 EDUCATION 2016 Master of Arts in Planning, specializing in Heritage Planning University of Waterloo, School of Planning 2010 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Historical/Industrial Archaeology Wilfrid Laurier University CREDENTIALS 2018 - present Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (full member) CONTACT 540 Bingemans Centre Drive, Suite 200 Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 T 519 576 3650 x 728 F 519 5760121 vhicks@mhbcplan.com www.mhbcplan.com CURRICULUMVITAE Vanessa Hicks, M.A., C.A.H.P. Associate & Senior Heritage Planner Vanessa Hicks is a Senior Heritage Planner and Associate with MHBC. Vanessa joined the firm after having gained experience as a Manager of Heritage Planning in the public realm where she was responsible for working with Heritage Advisory Committees in managing heritage resources, Heritage Conservation Districts, designations, special events and heritage projects. Vanessa has been a full member of the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) since 2018 and graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Masters Degree in Planning, specializing in heritage planning and conservation. Vanessa provides a variety of research and report writing services for public and private sector clients. She has experience in historical research, inventory work, evaluation and analysis on a variety of projects, including serving as Team Lead for Heritage Conservation Districts (HCDs). Vanessa also completes and oversees the completion of Heritage Impact Assessments (HIAs), Cultural Heritage Evaluation Reports (CHERs), Conservation Plans (CPS), Documentation and Salvage Reports, and Commemoration Projects (i.e. plaques). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE June 2016 - Associate and Senior Heritage Planner Present MacNaughton Hermsen Britton Clarkson Planning Ltd. 2012- Program Manager, Heritage Planning 2016 Town of Aurora May 2012 - Heritage Planning Assistant October 2012 Town of Grimsby 2007- Archaeologist 2010 Archaeological Research Associates Ltd. 1 Page 304 of 426 200-540 BINGEMANS CENTRE DRIVE KITCHENER / ONTARIO /N2B3X9 / T:519.576.3650 / F:519-576-0121 / WWW.MHBCPLAN.COM III MHBC PLANNING URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT n -E ' A w= s w as ti � '41s , t' Documentation -..."'Salvage Com memoration . is r F 11 Report (revised p g'. + a 1027 King Street East, `k Kitchener ON. �� mss' f y • . eIIrk Date: January, 2024 (original submission October 2023; updated December 2023; and January 2024) Prepared for: VIVE Development - Prepared by: MacNaughton Hermsen Britton Clarkson Planning Limited (MHBC) R 200-540 Bingemans Centre Drive Kitchener, ON N2B 3X9 - T: 519 576 3650 F: 519 576 0121 + MHBC PLANNING URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE (image:MHBC, 7.023) AR' H TI!RE TEC 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Table of Contents ExecutiveSummary.......................................................................................................................................3 1.0 Introduction............................................................................................................................................4 1.1 Overview.............................................................................................................................................4 1.2 Description of Proposed Development...............................................................................................5 1.3 Brief Summary of Heritage Impact Assessment (MHBC, 2021)..........................................................6 1.4 Terms of Reference............................................................................................................................. 7 2.0 Property Description...............................................................................................................................8 2.1 Context, Landscape and Setting..........................................................................................................8 2.2 1027 King Street East: Built Features..................................................................................................9 2.2.1 Exterior.......................................................................................................................................10 2.2.2 Interior.......................................................................................................................................13 3.0 Salvage Recommendations...................................................................................................................17 3.1 Methodology.........................................................................................................................................17 3.2 Salvage Recommendations...............................................................................................................18 4.0 Commemoration Recommendations....................................................................................................20 4.1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 20 4.2 Commemoration Recommendation Summary.................................................................................20 5.0 Conclusions........................................................................................................................................... 26 AppendixA.................................................................................................................................................. 27 Commemorative Display Rendering...........................................................................................................27 AppendixB.................................................................................................................................................. 28 Exterior Commemoration Renderings........................................................................................................ 28 AppendixC.................................................................................................................................................. 29 Termsof Reference..................................................................................................................................... 29 AppendixD..................................................................................................................................................30 Measured Architectural Drawings..............................................................................................................30 AppendixE.................................................................................................................................................. 31 Photo Map and Photo Documentation.......................................................................................................31 AppendixF.................................................................................................................................................. 32 StaffBios..................................................................................................................................................... 32 AppendixG.................................................................................................................................................. 33 Page 1 of 33 Page 307 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Supplementary Digital Photos (USB)..........................................................................................................33 Project Personnel Dan Currie, MA, MCIP, RPP, CAHP Vanessa Hicks, MA, CAHP Christine Fandrich Managing Director of Cultural Heritage Associate Planning Technician Senior Reviewer Review, Analysis Graphics, Maps, GIS Page 2 of 33 Page 308 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Executive Summary MHBC was retained by Vive Development to complete a Cultural Heritage Documentation, Salvage, and Commemoration Report as per the request by City of Kitchener Cultural Heritage Planning staff as it relates to the subject property located at 1027 King Street East. The Subject property listed on the City of Kitchener Heritage Register or formally designated under the Ontario Heritage Act The purpose of this Report is to describe the subject property and its features in order to supplement the historic record, as per the recommendation provided in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the subject lands completed by MHBC (dated November, 2021; updated in 2022 as well as 2024). This Report also identifies any features of the subject property which may be good candidates for salvage and re -use, as opposed to being deposited as landfill. Summary of Recommendations The contents of this report includes photographs and measured drawings which supplement the historic record and are considered appropriate in terms of documentation of the site. The following provides a list of items recommended for salvage, where possible depending on condition and extraction capabilities: • "Eureka" Terazzo Tile (Section B, ground floor); • Exterior column (Section B, exterior north elevation); • Door/window/frame and cornices (Section B, exterior north elevation); and • Exterior cladding (Section B, exterior front elevation. These items are recommended for salvage and re -use on-site as part of an interior display as per the description and rendering provided in this report. Provided that the recommendations provided in this report are undertaken, the documentation, salvage, and commemoration/interpretation of the site is considered satisfactory and complete. Page 3 of 33 Page 309 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 1.0 Introduction 1.1 Overview The existing buildings located at 1027 King Street East are proposed for removal in order to facilitate the redevelopment of the subject lands (See Figure 1, outlined in red). The purpose of this document is to provide the following for the property at 1027 King Street East: • Photographic documentation of the buildings (interior and exterior) to supplement the historic record; • Measured drawings of the exterior of the building; • Provide recommendations regarding potential items for salvage; and • Provide details regarding commemoration of the site. cygk<E � Figure 1: Aerial photo of subject lands noted with solid red line. Location of 1027 King Street East identified with dotted green line. (Source: Kitchener Interactive Maps, accessed 2023) Page 4 of 33 Page 310 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 1.2 Description of Proposed Development The proposed development of the subject lands includes the demolition of all buildings and structures to facilitate the construction of a mixed-use development. The development includes two ""towers" (those being 11 and 29 storeys) as well as a podium. 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'�o.I. — —ES.&OEi4416 •.—�.... - 1n�vl�: +:rFslrilRE—-x,'AD-iVdn Elr_F+glsv^aTV�G•.7 —5:5— -_ „-R+rl:C i'I•I;A J _ ` 2pN-Is,aki-u_I _ Fl- S&Y gCHWIl55T, CHARLES STREET EAST Figure 2: Site Plan of Proposed Development (Source: Reinders + Law, 2023) Page 5 of 33 Page 311 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON n ' A t % t* As Figure 3: Rendering of Proposed Development (King and Ottawa view) 1.3 Brief Summary of Heritage Impact Assessment (MHBC, 2021) MHBC completed a Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) for the subject lands in 2021. This report was updated in 2022 and 2024. The purpose of the HIA was a) to evaluate whether or not the property at 1027 King Street East met the legislated criteria for determining Cultural Heritage Value or Interest (CHVI) and b) determine whether or not Page 6 of 33 Page 312 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON the proposed development results in adverse impacts to cultural heritage resources. The HIA ultimately concluded that only one component of the building has Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, that being the Art Deco style tower (noted in this report as Section ""B ii'). The removal of the building was identified as a negligible impact given that the building overall has been unsympathetically altered and no longer communicates its original design. The exception tot his is the removal of the Art Deco Tower, which was identified as an adverse impact. The HIA provided mitigation recommendations as a result of the removal of the building, including the following: • Submission of a Documentation Report which includes photographic descriptions and photo maps of the property and the various sections of the building. The HIA also noted that the proposed development includes appropriate salvage and commemoration. 1.4 Terms of Reference This report has been drafted as per the terms of reference for Documentation and Salvage Reports for the City of Kitchener (See Appendix C). As such, this report contains the following information: • Introduction; • Salvage and Documentation; • Context and Property Description • Documentation of the site; • Salvage Plan (including an inventory); • Methodology; • Reuse Recommendations; and • Qualifications. Page 7 of 33 Page 313 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 2mOProperty Description 2.1 Context, Landscape and Setting The subject property is municipally addressed as 1001, 1007, 1015, 1027, and 1051 King Street East as well as the properties located at 530, 534, 542, and 564 Charles Street East. Together these properties result in a roughly rectangular -shaped area, referred to in this report as the subject lands. Only the property at 1027 King Street East is listed on the City of Kitchener Heritage Register as per Part IV, Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act The subject lands are situated south of King Street East, east of Borden Avenue South, north of Charles Street East, and west of Ottawa Street South. *t or f Figure 4: Aerial Photo of the broader context of the site. Approximate location of subject lands outlined in red (Source: Google Earth, 2021) Page 8 of 33 Page 314 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 2.2 1027 King Street East: Built Features The building located at 1027 King Street East is comprised of six different parts referred to in this report as Sections A','B (i)','B (ii), T', V, and 'E' (See Figure 5 below). +#` Ari 4 Abho A Figure 5: Aerial photo of the subject lands noting different sections of 1027 King Street East (Source: Kitchener Interactive Maps, 2018) Section Description A 3 storey brick building B (i) 3 storey Art Deco style in -fill B (H) Art Deco "tower" C Single storey addition D Single Storey loading bay E Outbuilding/Garage Approx. Date of Construction Between 1914-1916 Between 1925 and 1947 Between 1925 and 1947 Between 1925 and 1947 2nd half 20th Century 2111 half 201h Century Page 9 of 33 Page 315 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 2.2.1 Exterior The north elevation includes the front fagade of Sections 'A', 'B', and 'C' of the building. Section 'A' (to the west) includes a main floor (slightly below grade), as well as a second and third storey above. The north elevation displays three bays of vertical windows which have been altered from their original appearance to include contemporary windows with dark tinted spandrel glass. The north elevation of Section 'B' is an Art Deco style tower that was the original main entrance and includes a staircase that provides access to the upper floors. This portion of the building has been altered, but retains most of its original features including the staircase and windows. The north elevation of Section 'C' (to the east) has been altered. This building formerly displayed a brick facade with two sets of 8 rectangular - shaped windows across the front of the building. pARTS � * Figures 6 & 7: (left) View of north elevation looking south towards the front elevation of sections "A", "B", and "C", (right) Detail view of the front elevation, looking south towards Section "B", (Source: MHBC, 2023) The east elevation has been significantly altered, where all original industrial -style building windows have been stuccoed or parged over. Page 10 of 33 Page 316 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Figures 8 & 9: (left) View of building looking south-west from King Street East, (right) Secondary view of east elevation of Section "C", looking west from parking lot adjacent to King Street East (Source: MHBC, 2023) The east elevation has been covered with spray foam insulation and stucco. As a result, the windows underneath these materials have been damaged and are no longer salvageable (See Figure 11). Figures 10 & 11: (left) View of east elevation, looking north-west from Charles Street East, (right) Detail view of east elevation (Section "C") and spray foam and stucco over industrial windows, (Source: MHBC, 2023) The south elevation provides views of the rear facades of Sections 'B','C', V, and 'E. The rear of Section 'A' has a small cinder block addition (constructed at some point in the second half of the 20th century) and includes two large loading -bays. Section 'B' (single storey brick structure) includes a flat roof and one boarded -up window opening. Section 'C' has a very shallow pitched gabled roof (which appears almost flat) and Page 11 of 33 Page 317 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON displays two small boarded -up window openings just below the roof, with four large boarded -up rectangular -shaped window openings below. While Section 'D' displays cinder block construction, the rear of Sections 'B' and 'C' appear to include painted red brick. The existing single storey garage/outbuilding constructed of cinder blocks and displays a flat roof and garage door at the south elevation. This structure as well as Section 'D' are 20th century additions to the site and are not of cultural heritage value or interest. Figures 12 & 13: (left) View of south elevation looking north from Charles Street east, (right) View of west and south elevations looking north-east from Charles Street east, (Source: MHBC, 2023) The west elevation is primarily the side facade of Section A'. The building originally displayed 5 bays of very large windows spanning the second and third storeys. These windows have been partially bricked -over and portions of the windows now include contemporary block -style glass. Page 12 of 33 Page 318 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON q Figures 14 & 15: (left) View of west elevation looking north-east, (right) View of west elevation of Section "A" looking east, (Source: MHBC, 2023) 2.2.2 Interior The following provides a description of the interior of Sections A', 'B' and 'C'. Only Section 'A' includes a basement. It is important to note that the floors of Sections 'A', 'B' and 'C' do not match -up. Section 'C' appears to have originally been accessed by Section 'B'. Section 'B' of the building (ground floor portion running north -south towards Charles Street) appears to be part of Section 'C'. Section "A'— Basement The basement of Section 'A' is currently used as a staff room and storage. The basement includes remnants of original heating/cooling components such as the boiler and coal oven. A ramp is provided in the basement of Section 'A' providing access to Section 'C'. Page 13 of 33 Page 319 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Figures 16 & 17: (left) View of staff area and storage rooms, (right) View of basement and utility components (Source: MHBC, 2023) Section W— Main Floor The main floor of Section 'A' is not at ground level. Instead, it is elevated above the ground level above the basement. The second floor of Section 'A' has been altered to include partitioned walls to function as office space. The building has been carpeted and re -finished with 20th century materials. It is important to note that the ceiling provides evidence of considerable fire damage, where the ceiling in several places has been scorched black. Figures 18 & 19: (left) View of open area, looking south-west, (right) Detail view of ceiling noting fire damage, (Source: MHBC, 2023) Section "A'— Second Floor The third floor provides views of rooms which have been partitioned for office space. The rooms have been re -finished and original finished have been removed. Page 14 of 33 Page 320 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Figures 20 & 21: (left) View of lobby area, looking east (right) View of kitchen area, looking east, (Source: MHBC, 2023) Section "B'— Ground Floor The ground floor of Section 'B' is the main entrance and access to the staircase. The floor is tile with the Eureka' brand name in the tile. Figures 22 & 23: (left) View of entrance to Section "B", looking north (right) Detail of "Eureka" terrazzo floor tile, (Source: MHBC, 2023) Section "B'— Second and Third Floor This portion of Section 'B' facilitates as a staircase only and provides access to the roof. This portion of the building provides evidence of water damage, including peeling paint, mold and rot. Page 15 of 33 Page 321 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Figures 24 & 25: (left) View of staircase and entrance to the main floor of Section "C", (right) View of roof entrance from Section "B", looking south-east, (Source: MHBC, 2023) Section 'C' Section 'C' is one room used as a retail area, with open concept storage areas towards the rear. The interior of the building has been altered and provides little evidence of its construction date. The roof may have been altered as it now appears to be contemporary metal roofing. All original windows have either been removed and replaced with contemporary windows or been covered. Figures 26 & 27: (left) View of store front, Section "C", looking north-east, (right) View of Section "C", rear storage area, (Source: MHBC, 2023) Page 16 of 33 Page 322 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 3mOSalvage Recommendations 3.1 Methodology The following sub -sections of this report provide recommendations as it relates to salvaging items on-site. Items can be salvaged for a range of purposes. In order to provide clarification regarding the items chosen for salvage, the following provides a criteria for items as it relates to a) their cultural heritage value, and b) their intended purpose. These recommendations include three separate categories of salvaged items as follows: A. Heritage Value - Items which are determined to be of significant cultural heritage value and should be retained for purposes related to commemoration/interpretation; and • The item/materia//element has design1physical value as being either rare, unique, or representative of a style, expression, or construction method, • Element or feature displays a high degree of craftsmanship, artistic merit, or scientific achievement, • Is a featur%lement or sample of a featur%lement which may form a part of the commemoration of the structures or properties. B. Modest Heritage Value - Items which are representative of an architectural style or period, which would be best suited for re -use in the same or similar capacity; • Does not demonstrate significant cultural heritage value • The item/material/element is of a fair/good condition which may be reasonably extracted for re -use; • The item/material element is not significant in relation to the future commemoration/interpretation of the house. C. No Heritage Value - Items which do not have design/physical value or are not associated with a style of architecture or period, but could be salvaged and made available for re -use as opposed to being deposited as landfill. Page 17 of 33 Page 323 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 3.2 Salvage Recommendations The following provides a list of items which are proposed to be salvaged. The following list indicates the category and criteria Item Quantity Category Location Interior (Section Eureka Terazzo Tile 1 A B) Ground floor Exterior Column 1 B Exterior (front, Section B) Door/Window Entry 1 B Exterior (front, Frame and Cornice Section B) Exterior Cladding (selection in Exterior (front, concrete) cogd tion) ood B Section B) Photo The items noted above are considered good candidates for salvage in terms of their ability to be used for commemoration/interpretation purposes on-site. Note that the use of these items is contingent on a) their condition, and b) successful extraction. No other features on-site are considered of cultural heritage value and/or good candidates for salvage on-site. Sections ""A" and ""B" have been vacant for several years and do not contain other notable features which would be considered elements for potential salvage as opposed to being deposited as landfill. While Section ""C is not currently vacant (at the time of writing this document), there are likely to be few materials of value which could be salvaged and donated to the public. However, where there are opportunities to salvage materials and donating them to the general public, this is Page 18 of 33 Page 324 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON supported as a general recommendation in order to deter construction & demolition materials as being deposited as landfill. Items proposed for salvage will be removed with hand tools. Large construction equipment will not be used in order to avoid damage to these items. The items will be stored indoors off-site. All items will be wrapped with tarps and are recommended to be stored off the ground on wood pallets. Page 19 of 33 Page 325 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 4mOCommemoration Recommendations 4.1 Introduction The following sub -sections of this report provide recommendations regarding appropriate commemoration/interpretation of the site. This includes the use of items recommended for salvage in Section 4.2 of this report. 4.2 Commemoration Recommendation Summary The site is recommended to be interpreted through an interior display of the proposed new building (See Figure 28). The items recommended to be salvaged in this report (See Section 4.2) includes the column, door and windows (including trim), and the "Eureka" tile. If exterior cornice materials can be removed, these would be displayed and incorporated on an interior wall. EI ME Repurpme ExlstIng [umern sllrcr eal�mn Hhtork.il rervL— t)—fWlndows as rend.l.ne decortart Plecea OrlglnMl Ewka'tile r"'wed t_______________________________,-_________________________________________ Into lobbyfloor�_, 7 ti r Figure 28: Rendering of proposed Commemorative Display at the interior of the proposed new building. Page 20 of 33 Page 326 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON The proposed design includes text on the salvaged window (See Figure 28, outlined in red). The following provides the recommended text for this feature: The property on which you stand is the former location of the Onward Manufacturing Company. The Onward Manufacturing Company was started by Theodore Adam "Ted" Witzel (b. 1875). The company became the first in Canada to manufacture Onward and Triumph brand vacuums. Ted Witzel obtained exclusive rights to manufacture and sell the "Eureka "brand vacuum cleaner in 1909. The features of this display, Inclualng the "Eureka "tile were extracted from the building formerly in this location. During World War II, the Onward Manufacturing Company shifted production to manufacture arms and ammunition. After the war, the company expanded again to manufacture barbeques and developed brands such as Broil King. The transparent glass of the proposed commemorative display should also display the following photograph of the building and an image of the brand name (See Figures 29 & 30). Figure 29: Original building at 1027 King Street East (Onward Manufacturing Company) Page 21 of 33 Page 327 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON A rJ HAF(ir GTLIR90 Or �%/i MfryRL.H tg suoCb Figure 30: Onward Manufacturing Co omcbbq . com/o nwa rd -story. htm I ) .1 %." it ) - i•"R B R�IL MI I1Mi 4 iAMC logo (source: accessed online at It is also recommended that the wall proposed to incorporate materials from the exterior of Section ""B" of the building include a commemorative plaque in order to communicate where the materials came from, as follows: These wall materials were extracted from the Onward Manufacturing Company building which formerly stood in this location, at 1027 King Street East The proposed development will include two commemorative features at the exterior of the building (north elevation). This includes a) an "ONWARD" timeline and commemorative feature with dates and text communicating the story of the Onward Manufacturing Company, and b) an Art Deco style mural/decorative feature to commemorate the Art deco feature of the building (Section "B') to be removed (See figures below). The art deco style feature is designed within a tall/rectangular portion of the building which is reminiscent of that of the portion to be removed and includes a series of concentric circles/geometric shapes which are indicative of art and design movements of the Art Deco period. Page 22 of 33 Page 328 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON :- Figure 31: Rendering of north elevation noting "ONWARD" timeline commemorative feature and Art Deco style design feature (outlined in red) (source: Reinders+Law, 2023) Page 23 of 33 Page 329 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON on � n r in Figure 32: Secondary rendering of north elevation noting "ONWARD" timeline commemorative feature and Art Deco style design feature (outlined in red) (source: Reinders+Law, 2023) Figure 33: Detail of north elevation noting "ONWARD" timeline commemorative feature, (source: Reinders+Law, 2023) Page 24 of 33 Page 330 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON The following text will be displayed on the Onward Memory Wall as per Figure 33 of this report. The proposed dates and text of the Onward timeline and commemorative feature tell the story of the Onward Manufacturing Company started by Theodore Witzel over time from 1904 to the early 20th century. The proposed text noted in Figure 33 (above) is as follows: 1904-1909; The Rite Away Pen Company, which manufactured fountain pens, is founded by Theodore Adam Witzel. At this time the company is located at 143 King Street West, Berlin (now the City of Kitchener). The company became the "Onward Manufacturing Company"" In 1908 and soon atter the company obtained exclusive rights to manufacture and sell the 'Eureka ""brand vacuum cleaner. 1914-1916; Between 1914 and 1916, the building formerly located at 1027 King Street was constructed and became the new location of the Onward Manufacturing Company. 1924-1945; Prior to WWII, the company expanded to manufacture Onward brand sliding furniture shoes, Eureka vacuum cleaners, Domestic vacuum cleaners, and Eden electric washing machines and wringing machines During the Second World War, the company shitted production from housewares to manufacture arms and ammunition. 1946-1960: Following WWII, the company expanded again to manufacture Onward brand quality cabinet hardware as well as barbeques, now known as Broil King and Stirling. Theodore Adam Witzel died in 1948. The company expanded to include other home appliances, including refrigerators by 1960. 1964; A fire occurred in the building 1027 King Street East Evidence of the fire was still present via charred roof ratters at the interior of the building prior to its demolition. 1980 - 2000; In 1980 a second location was constructed on Victoria Street in Kitchener which sold Barbecues, appliances, and fireplaces In the late 20th century, the company became known as OMC (Onward Multi -Corp Inc.). During this time, the company became associated with other barbecue brand names such as Arklamatic, Weber, BroilKing, Broil -mate, Barbecue Genius, Shepherd, and Sterling. By the early 21St century the company expanded to include other businesses under Onward Multi -Corp Inc, umbrella, including Onward Cluthe, and TA. The information above was confirmed using both primary and secondary sources and provides an accurate and informative description of the important events of the company/property over time. The timelines were grouped into date ranges in order to a) fit the story into the design at the north elevation in a way which is aesthetically pleasing, b) focus on dates which could be confirmed in the historic record and are significant/impactful to the evolution of the company over time. Page 25 of 33 Page 331 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON 5nOCondusions Provided that the recommendations provided in this report are undertaken, we consider the documentation, salvage, and commemoration/interpretation recommendations provided in the HIA completed by MHBC (dated 2021) complete. Note that we are able to make recommendations regarding salvage of elements. However, our recommendations are contingent upon a) the condition of the materials, and b) the feasibility of their extraction. Should any materials not be able to be salvaged which are part of the planned commemoration piece, it is recommended that the commemorative display include additional images and text in order to communicate the features of the building that have been removed. Respecifu//y submitted, MHBC Vanessa Hicks, MA, CARP cc. Dan Currie, MHBC cc. Pierre Chauvin, MHBC Page 26 of 33 Page 332 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix A Commemorative Display Rendering Page 27 of 33 Page 333 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix B Exterior Commemoration Renderings Page 28 of 33 Page 335 of 426 DN J06 0861 ~ 9961 C 61-MLL C 6l 4Z61i 161 4161 11/3^ 61 4061UL 11 t 15 1F l■ 'ib v ■ill' :: §§ � A | $ ,!!t, !++ §ƒ pm | |: I \§ p: �!§\§ ! kfr 37® ? &I3a! !mak \ \\i ()If E=)3 Ef,! 32 0E+® =rgf =oe2 / . --- �PJ. .\.. .y> goy ®)}) � )}\�/ �\\}\ d d 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix C Terms of Reference Page 29 of 33 Page 339 of 426 DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT PLANNING DIVISION City Hall, P.O. Box 1118 200 King Street West Kitchener, Ontario Canada, N2G 4G7 PHONE: (519) 741-2426 FAX: (519) 741-2624 TDD\TYY: (519) 741-2385 Photographic Documentation / Recording Guidelines The organization of views are from views of the overall building to the closer views of architectural elements and details moving in a counterclockwise fashion. Each side of the property is photographed from the overall view, such as elevation, to detailed views in the zoom lens manner of looking at a property. When framing the building in the viewfinder, ensure that the entire building is visible including the point where the building meets the ground and the peak of the roof or chimney. As the subject of the photograph, the building should occupy about 75 percent of the picture area, leaving the surrounding 25 percent of the frame for visual information about the context of the building. Architectural photographs are of two general types: perspective photographs and elevation photographs. A perspective photograph is one that shows two sides of a structure taken at a 45 -degree angle thereby documenting its characteristics as a three- dimensional form including size and volume. (In a perspective photograph, the structure should fill about 75 percent of the frame, thereby including some environmental context.) An elevation photograph approximates an elevation architectural drawing and is a photograph of one side of a structure taken head on. An elevation is a drawing to scale of the side, front, or rear of a building in which projecting features such as window and door moldings, window sills, steps, and eaves are all rendered as if they were totally flat. The emphasis on one side of a building as two-dimensional surface makes an elevation photograph more axiomatically correct. This means that distances on the photograph are proportional to distances on the building, and approximate measurements can be taken from the photograph. (In elevation photographs, the structure should fill the frame, isolating it from its surroundings.) Elevation photographs provide the best documentation of shape and proportion of a building while perspective photographs best depict the three-dimensional form of a structure. Page 340 of 426 Perspective Elevation There are three types of light for exteriors; front light, sidelight, and backlight. The best lighting is front light when the sun is approximately 45 degrees between the axis of the lens and the most important fagade being photographed. (See Figure 4) Acutely angled raking light is "side -light" which is excellent for revealing texture and detailed three- dimensional form. Of these, you should avoid BACK LIGHT where the sun is coming from the rear putting the side being photographed in shadow. When an important feature is in the shade or a fagade is backlit, you can be partially correct this by filling the frame with the feature being photographed to reduce the contrast in the scene. In situations of direct sunlight on a cloudless day, you should be aware of shadows cast on buildings by surrounding trees and try to pick times of the day when the angle of the sun minimizes these shadows. Also, the time from late morning to early afternoon, when the sun is directly overhead, can cause "eaves" or "cornice" shadows that will cover half of a wall. In other words, when the sun is directly overhead, the projection of the roof over the walls can create a shadow far down the wall. The best lighting for survey photography is a bright overcast day. Required Photographs Context Contextual image showing property in relation to neighbouring properties and/or streetscape Perspective Perspective view of front and right side Perspective view of rear and left side Page 341 of 426 Front side Elevation of front fagade Elevation or perspective of front entrance Perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows Details of materials, hardware and/or decoration Right side Elevation of front fagade Perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows Details of materials, hardware and/or decoration Rear Elevation of rear Perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows Details of materials, hardware and/or decoration Left side Elevation of left side Perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows Details of materials, hardware, and/or decoration The following interior photographs should be taken (assuming it is deemed safe to enter the building): A view from the main entrance looking to the interior of the building. Views of major spaces/rooms including important features such fireplace or mantle (for large spaces such as sanctuaries, factories or barns take diagonal views from opposite corners) Other significant rooms or features as considered relevant to documenting the structure. Deliverables It is essential to organize your documentation and maintain a list of captions of all your digital images. We would request that you provide a photo index, numbering and identifying each image in the sequence in which they were taken. All images should be saved as jpegs and burned to CD. Page 342 of 426 City of Kitchener Development Services Department - Planning Division Salvage and Documentation Plan - Terms of Reference 1. Introduction The following Terms of Reference shall be used to fulfill the condition regarding the completion and approval of a Salvage and Documentation Plan as required for consideration of an application made under the Ontario Heritage Act or the Planning Act. The purpose of this plan is twofold: the first intent is to record and document the known history, buildings, and structures identified as having cultural heritage value or interest on the subject property. The second intent is to identify historic materials that may be salvaged, reused, and/or interpreted in the proposed new development. 2. Salvage and Documentation Plan Requirements The Salvage and Documentation Plan should include, but are not limited to, the following sections described within this Terms of Reference. 2.1. Documentation of the Subject Property 2.1.1. Context and Property Description • A brief description of the approvals being sought, including an overview of the proposed development. • Detailed written description of the buildings and structures on the subject property, including identification of all cultural heritage resource(s) and a brief statement of their cultural heritage value or interest as well as a complete list identifying all heritage attributes and their existing condition. 2.1.2. Documentation Photographic documentation of surroundings/context, all elevations/facades, all heritage attributes, and any other detailed elements/features. o Required photographs: ■ Context — contextual image showing property in relation to neighbouring properties and/or streetscape ■ Perspective — perspective view of front and right side; perspective view of rear and left side ■ Front side — elevation of front facade; elevation or perspective of front entrance; perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows; details of materials, hardware, and/or decoration. ■ Right side — elevation of right facade; perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows; details of materials, hardware and/or decoration. ■ Rear — elevation of rear facade; perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows; details of materials, hardware, and/or decoration. ■ Left side — elevation of left side; perspective or elevation views of architectural elements such as porches or windows; details of materials, hardware, and/or decoration. Page 343 of 426 Interior (provided it is safe to enter the building) - a view from the main entrance looking into the interior of the building; view of major spaces/rooms including important features such as fireplaces or mantles; other significant rooms or features as considered relevant to documenting the structure • For large spaces such as sanctuaries, factories, or barns, take diagonal views from opposite corners. o Photographs are to be organized and maintained with a list of captions along with a photo location reference plan. • In instances where there is risk of damage or loss of identified heritage attributes to be conserved, measured drawings of the identified cultural heritage resources are required. This may include scenarios where relocation and/or reconstruction is proposed. 2.2. Salvage Plan 2.2.1. Inventory • Complete list identifying all elements proposed to be salvaged along with accompanying photographs/reference to photographs. 2.2.2. Methodology • Detailed description explaining how the elements identified for salvage are proposed to be removed. • Detailed description identifying how salvaged elements are proposed to be stored or protected until their reuse. 2.2.3. Reuse Recommendations Detailed description outlining how the salvaged elements will be incorporated within the development along with accompanying photographs and/or drawings. All recommendations are to be as specific and detailed as possible. 2.3. Qualifications The qualifications and background of the person(s) completing the Salvage and Documentation Plan shall be included in the report. The author(s) must demonstrate a level of professional understanding and competence in the field of heritage conservation. Qualification and competency is typically demonstrated by membership with the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) in good standing. The report will also include a reference for any literature cited, and a list of people contacted during the study and referenced in the report. 3. Approval Process One digital PDF copy of the Salvage and Documentation Plan shall be provided to Heritage Planning Staff for review. Page 344 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix D Measured Architectural Drawings Page 30 of 33 Page 345 of 426 N 'a W= tll o •� W U Y o ray F N 0 z v C -4 U) Z O H a W J W Q Z J_ M� W 0 z 0 0 O O L 0 0 0 0 0 N `0 / V♦ tll o o- •� Y o C -4 U) Z O H a W J W Z_ J_ m c 0 w Z 0 0 c 0 w 0 3 0 0 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix E Photo Map and Photo Documentation Page 31 of 33 Page 348 of 426 M N O coN V T S v V 7 O N L 0 O C C Y O O ff O O_ 71 O N L L 7 O C Y O O ff O O_ D O N v N ca N V O N LO M N 01 (6 a N V O LO LO M N 01 (6 a M N n N V O 00 LO M N 01 (6 a m N O N U D] N V_ 7 O N O N V O O M N m (6 a N V O N M N m (6 a N V O LO M M N 01 (6 a O 4- 0- Q) — QQ) 0 4- 0 0 r x m 0 Q u U Q c./l N N V O 00 M M N 01 (6 a U O E O C Y O O v V 0 rn 0 0 0 0 r a O O O l'7 O � x LJ � � � O v Q '+� � U Q c11 N V O O M N m (6 a N O rn L p CL N Q �� „ � ` � . �� '+ m N O CV V m N V O N L O c N V O M M N m (6 a 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix F Staff Bios. Page 32 of 33 Page 374 of 426 Dan Currie, B.A., BES, M.A., M.C.I.P, UP, C.A.H.P Dan Currie, a Partner with MHBC, joined MHBC Planning in 2009, after having worked in various positions in the public sector since 1997 including the Director of Policy Planning for the City of Cambridge and Senior Policy Planner for the City of Waterloo. Dan provides a variety of planning services for public and private sector clients including a wide range of policy and development work. Dan has experience in a number of areas including strategic planning, growth plan policy, secondary plans, watershed plans, housing studies and downtown revitalization plans. Dan specializes in long range planning and has experience in growth plans, settlement area expansions and urban growth studies. He has provided expert planning evidence to the Local Planning Appeals Tribunal and heritage planning evidence to the Conservation Review Board. Vanessa Hicks, M.A, C.A.H.P Vanessa Hicks is an Associate and Senior Heritage Planner with MHBC. Vanessa and joined the firm after having gained experience as a Manager of Heritage Planning in the public realm where she was responsible for working with Heritage Advisory Committees in managing heritage resources, Heritage Conservation Districts, designations, special events and heritage projects. Vanessa is a full member of the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) and graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Masters Degree in Planning, specializing in heritage planning and conservation. Page 375 of 426 1027 King Street E., Kitchener ON Appendix G Supplementary Digital Photos Page 33 of 33 Page 376 of 426 200-540 BINGEMANS CENTRE DRIVE KITCHENER / ONTARIO /N2B3X9 / T:519.576.3650 / F:519-576-0121 / WWW.MHBCPLAN.COM III MHBC PLANNING URBAN DESIGN & LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT n -E