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Committee of Adjustment
Committee Minutes
March 19, 2024, 10:00 a.m.
Council Chambers
City of Kitchener
200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7
Present: D. Pateman. Chair
S. Hannah, Member
B. Santos, Member
B. McColl, Member
M. Gambetti, Member
Staff: T. Malone-Wright, Manager, Development Applications
S. Ryder, Traffic Planning Analyst
M. Blake, Committee Coordinator
S. Delaney, Administrative Clerk
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1. COMMENCEMENT
The Committee of Adjustment met this date commencing at 10:00 a.m.
2. MINUTES
That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held February
20, 2024, as circulated to the members, be accepted.
3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL
NATURE THEREOF
None.
4. APPLICATIONS FOR MINOR VARIANCE AND / OR CONSENT PURSUANT
TO THE PLANNING ACT
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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5.1 A 2024-012 - 628 New Dundee Road, DSD-2024-086
Submission No.: A 2024-012
Applicant: 1000215769 Ontario Inc. c/o Dan Bolliger
Property Location: 628 New Dundee Road
Legal Description: Survey Beasley's New Part Lot 1, Registered Plan 58R-17216,
Part 2 and Part 3
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Lewington
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit a
parking rate of 1.17 spaces per dwelling (247 off-street parking spaces) rather
than the minimum required 1.5 required spaces (317 off-street parking spaces);
and, to provide 10% of the required visitor parking spaces (25 off-street parking
spaces) rather than the required 20% visitor parking required (64 off-street
parking spaces) to facilitate construction of a mixed use development having
211 dwelling units, currently subject to Site Plan Application SP23/053/N/ES.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
086, dated February 8, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated January 29, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 2, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
T. Malone-Wright noted the application was deferred from the February 20, 2024
Committee of Adjustment Meeting to allow the applicant an opportunity to be in
attendance to represent the application.
C. Lewington was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
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Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of 1000215769 ONTARIO INC requesting a minor variance
to permit a parking rate of 1.17 spaces per dwelling (247 off-street parking
spaces) rather than the minimum required 1.5 required spaces (317 off-street
parking spaces); and, to provide 10% of the required visitor parking spaces (25
off-street parking spaces) rather than the required 20% visitor parking required
(64 off-street parking spaces) to facilitate construction of a mixed use
development having 211 dwelling units, currently subject to Site Plan Application
SP23/053/N/ES, on Survey Beasley's New Part Lot 1, Registered Plan 58R-
17216, Part 2 and Part 3, 628 New Dundee Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as part -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
5.2 A 2024-013 - 49 Madison Avenue North, DSD-2024-069, DSD-2024-069
Submission No.: A 2024-013
Applicant: Gurcharan Malhi
Property Location: 49 Madison Avenue North
Legal Description: Part Lot 7, Part Lot 3, Plan 370
Appearances:
In Support:
S. Cvetkovic
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Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit a
reduced lot width of 14.2m rather than the minimum required 15m; a reduced
rear yard setback of 6.5m rather than the required 7.5m; to permit a multiple
dwelling containing 5-units to have 1 off-street parking space rather than the
required 5 off-street parking spaces; and, to allow a multiple dwelling to have no
pedestrian entrance on the street line façade rather than the required one
pedestrian entrance; to facilitate the construction of a rear yard addition and
conversion of a single detached dwelling into a multi-residential dwelling with 5
dwelling units.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
069, dated January 26, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined
in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated January 29, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated February 2, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
T. Malone-Wright noted the application was deferred from the February 20, 2024
Committee of Adjustment Meeting to allow the applicant an opportunity to be in
attendance to represent the application.
S. Cvetkovic was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright confirmed that
both a parking variance and lot width variance would not be requirements under
the updated Zoning By-law. T. Malone-Wright also confirmed the applicant is
requesting a minor variance for a reduced rear yard setback of 6.5m rather than
the required 7.5m, and to recognize an existing an entry.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by M. Gambetti
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That the application of GURCHARAN MALHI requesting a minor variance to
permit a reduced lot width of 14.2m rather than the minimum required 15m; a
reduced rear yard setback of 6.5m rather than the required 7.5m; to permit a
multiple dwelling containing 5-units to have 1 off-street parking space rather than
the required 5 off-street parking spaces; and, to allow a multiple dwelling to have
no pedestrian entrance on the street line façade rather than the required one
pedestrian entrance; to facilitate the construction of a rear yard addition and
conversion of a single detached dwelling into a multi-residential dwelling with 5
dwelling units, on Part Lot 7, Part Lot 3, Plan 370, 49 Madison Avenue North,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as part -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 A 2024-017 - 31 Belmont Avenue West, DSD-2024-124
Submission No.: A 2024-017
Applicant: 2211452 Ontario Inc. c/o A & F Greenfield Homes Ltd.
Property Location: 31 Belmont Avenue West
Legal Description: Plan 230, Lot 402
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Rosu
Contra:
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M. Kanert
Written Submissions:
H. Hoediono
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit a lot
width of 9.7m rather than the minimum required 13.1m to construct an Additional
Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Attached) within the existing building to facilitate the
conversion of the existing Duplex into a Triplex.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
124, dated March 6, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
D. Rosu was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation
M. Kanert was in attendance in opposition to the staff recommendation, seeking
clarification regarding whether external alterations will be made to the subject
property that would drastically deviate the property from the neighborhood. M.
Kanert also requested clarification regarding any proposed changes to the
driveway and parking.
In response to questions from the Committee, T. Malone-Wright noted the
property is currently functioning as a duplex, and requires a minor variance to be
converted into a triplex.
In response to questions from the Committee, D. Rosu confirmed there will be no
change to the external appearance of the building, rather minor interior
alterations would be made to the subject property.
In response to further questions, T. Malone-Wright verified three parking spaces
can be arranged in tandem, with one parking space located in the garage, and
two in driveway. With regards to concerns noted about parking on the lawn, T.
Malone-Wright stated the appropriate avenue to report would be through
contacting City of Kitchener By-law Enforcement.
Moved by B. Santos
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Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of A & F GREENFIELD HOMES LTD requesting a minor
variance to permit a lot width of 9.7m rather than the minimum required 13.1m to
construct an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Attached) within the existing
building to facilitate the conversion of the existing Duplex into a Triplex, generally
in accordance with the plan prepared by J.D. Barnes Limited, dated February 21,
2024, on Plan 230, Lot 402, 31 Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
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www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.2 A 2024-018 - 351 Blucher Boulevard, DSD-2024-106
Submission No.: A 2024-018
Applicant: Mark Perchaluk
Property Location: 351 Blucher Boulevard
Legal Description: Plan 250, Lot 136
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Perchaluk
A. Head
J. Lodin
M. & F. Lafrance
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Contra:
A. Marin-Turcios
J. Halk
S. McElhone
A. Johnston
J. Dietrich
A. Oliver
T. Burton
Written Submissions:
B. Nickle
A. Oliver
J. Halk
A. & S. McElhone
M. Boutilier
S. Chinnien-Leung Tak Wan
Li-Kyong-Fa Leung-Tak-Wan
S. & C. Minshall
T. & J. McKnight
J. Dietrich
A. & N. Johnston
J. Marshall
M. Steinman & D. Barratt
J. Shanks
T. Haneks
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit an
Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of an existing single
detached dwelling to be 53.1% rather than the maximum permitted 50% of the
single detached dwelling building floor area; to be located on a lot having an area
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of 370.91 sq.m. rather than the required 391 sq.m.; having a lot width of 12.21m,
rather than the required 13.1m; to allow an unobstructed walkway to have a width
of 0.59m rather than the required 1.1m; and for the ADU to have a lot coverage
of 15.3% rather than the maximum permitted 15%.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
106, dated February 29, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as
outlined in the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
The Committee considered several written submissions in opposition to the
subject application.
A. Marin-Turcios, J. Halk, S. McElhone, A. Johnston, J. Dietrich, A. Oliver, and T.
Burton were in attendance in opposition to the application. Concerns were raised
for matters including, but not limited to: insufficient parking; potential concerns
with safety and access in the event of an emergency; potential adverse issues as
a result of reduced rear yard amenity space on the subject property and adjacent
neighbours; concerns with drainage; as well as, landlord, tenant matters.
M. Perchaluk and A. Head were in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
The Committee noted concerns with the minor variance to allow an unobstructed
walkway to have a width of 0.59m rather than the required 1.1m, and for the ADU
to have a lot coverage of 15.3% rather than the maximum permitted 15% due to
potential issues surrounding parking and access in the event of an emergency.
The Committee also noted landlord and tenant concerns are beyond the
responsibility of the Committee.
In response to questions from the Committee, regarding the potential to limit the
proposed ADU to one-storey, T. Malone Wright suggested the Committee
consider amending the staff recommendation to include within the decision this
date that the approval is "generally in accordance with drawings prepared by
Dryden & Smith Head Planning Consultants Ltd., dated January 22, 2024 and
drawings prepared by Fine Line Design dated October 2023 on Plan 250, Lot
136, 351 Blucher Boulevard, Kitchener, Ontario."
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M. Gambetti moved the staff recommendation including an amendment, "that the
application of MARK PERCHALUK requesting a minor variance to permit an
Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of an existing single
detached dwelling to be 53.1% rather than the maximum permitted 50% of the
single detached dwelling building floor area; to be located on a lot having an area
of 370.91 sq.m. rather than the required 391 sq.m.; having a lot width of 12.21m,
rather than the required 13.1m, 'generally in accordance with drawings prepared
by Dryden & Smith Head Planning Consultants Ltd., dated January 22, 2024 and
drawings prepared by Fine Line Design dated October 2023' on Plan 250, Lot
136, 351 Blucher Boulevard, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED."
Moved by M. Gambetti
Seconded by B. Santos
That the application of MARK PERCHALUK requesting a minor variance to
permit an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Detached) in the rear yard of an
existing single detached dwelling to be 53.1% rather than the maximum
permitted 50% of the single detached dwelling building floor area; to be located
on a lot having an area of 370.91 sq.m. rather than the required 391 sq.m.;
having a lot width of 12.21m, rather than the required 13.1m, and for the ADU to
have a lot coverage of 15.3% rather than the maximum permitted 15%, generally
in accordance with drawings prepared by Dryden & Smith Head Planning
Consultants Ltd., dated January 22, 2024 and drawings prepared by Fine Line
Design dated October 2023 on Plan 250, Lot 136, 351 Blucher Boulevard,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-
Law and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
And that the application of MARK PERCHALUK requesting a minor variance to
allow an unobstructed walkway to have a width of 0.59m rather than the required
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1.1m; generally in accordance with drawings prepared by Dryden & Smith Head
Planning Consultants Ltd., dated January 22, 2024 on Plan 250, Lot 136, 351
Blucher Boulevard, Kitchener, Ontario, BE REFUSED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is not minor.
2. This application is not desirable for the appropriate development of
the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-
Law and Official Plan not being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried, as amended
6.3 A 2024-019 - 50 Falconridge Drive, DSD-2024-109
Submission No.: A 2024-019
Applicants: David Beaudoin & Kirsten Doede
Property Location: 50 Falconridge Drive
Legal Description: Plan 58M-552, Lot 004
Appearances:
In Support:
D. Beaudoin
K. Doede
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to legalize an
accessory structure in the rear yard of a single detached dwelling having a height
of the underside of the fascia of 5.5m rather than the maximum permitted 3m.
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The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
109, dated March 8, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
D. Beaudoin & K. Doede were in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation.
In response to questions from the Committee, D. Beaudoin & K. Doede
confirmed the application seeks to recognize a pre-existing accessory structure.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by B. McColl
That the application of DAVID BEAUDOIN and KIRSTEN DOEDE requesting a
minor variance to legalize an accessory structure in the rear yard of a single
detached dwelling having a height of the underside of the fascia of 5.5m rather
than the maximum permitted 3m, generally in accordance with drawings
submitted with the minor variance application, on Plan 58M-552, Lot 004, 50
Falconridge Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which are available on the
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
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6.4 A 2024-020 - 499 Forest Hill Drive, DSD-2024-107
Submission No.: A 2024-020
Applicant: Anthony Gaspar
Property Location: 499 Forest Hill Drive
Legal Description: Plan 946, Lot 139
Appearances:
In Support:
A. Gaspar
V. Oliveira
S. Gonen
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
C. Hounsell
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit a
required parking space to be located 3m from the street (property) line rather
than the required 6m; and, to recognize the location of the existing driveway to
be located 4.5m from an exterior lot line abutting Birchcliff Avenue rather than the
required 7m, to permit the construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU)
(Attached), to facilitate the conversion of single detached dwelling into a duplex.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
107, dated March 6, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
A. Gaspar was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by M. Gambetti
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That the application of ANTHONY GASPAR requesting a minor variance to
permit a required parking space to be located 3m from the street (property) line
rather than the required 6m; and, to recognize the location of the existing
driveway to be located 4.5m from an exterior lot line abutting Birchcliff Avenue
rather than the required 7m, to permit the construction of an Additional Dwelling
Unit (ADU) (Attached), to facilitate the conversion of single detached dwelling
into a duplex, generally in accordance with drawings prepared by Truetek
Engineering, dated January 27, 2024, on Plan 946, Lot 139, 499 Forest Hill
Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.5 A 2024-021 - 132 Dalewood Drive, DSD-2024-114
Submission No.: A 2024-021
Applicant: Cynthia Power
Property Location: 132 Dalewood Drive
Legal Description: Part Lot 1216 Kitchener S/T, Lot 57
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Power
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
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S. Rueffer
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit a
required parking space to be located 3.5m from the street (property) line rather
than the required 6m setback to permit the construction of an Additional Dwelling
Unit (ADU) (Attached), to facilitate the conversion of single detached dwelling
into a duplex.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
114, dated March 6, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
C. Power was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by S. Hannah
That the application of EDWARD POWER and CYNTHIA POWER requesting a
minor variance to permit a required parking space to be located 3.5m from the
street (property) line rather than the required 6m setback to permit the
construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Attached), to facilitate the
conversion of single detached dwelling into a duplex, on Part Lot 1216 Kitchener
S/T, Lot 57, 132 Dalewood Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
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review the meeting minutes, which
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.6 A 2024-022 - 167 Forfar Avenue, DSD-2024-115
Submission No.: A 2024-022
Applicants: Punjeet Jain & Deepali Maheshwari
Property Location: 167 Forfar Avenue
Legal Description: Plan 1526, Lot 29
Appearances:
In Support:
P. Jain
D. Maheshwari
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to permit a
required parking space to be located 0m from the street (property) line rather
than the required 6m setback to permit the construction of an Additional Dwelling
Unit (ADU) (Attached), to facilitate the conversion of single detached dwelling
into a duplex.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
115, dated March 6, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
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P. Jain & D. Maheshwari were in attendance in support of the staff
recommendation. P. Jain & D. Maheshwari noted they had reviewed all of the
public agency comments and expressed concerns related to the comments
provided by the Metrolinx dated March 8, 2024, where they requested additional
conditions to be included in the Committe
the Committee consider omitting the conditions in their decision, expressing
concerns that the request may be onerus for them to complete.
The Committee noted their support for the staff recommendation, indicating they
would be willing to approve the subject application without conditions as
requested by Metrolinx.
Moved by B. McColl
Seconded by B. Santos
That the application of PUNEET JAIN and DEEPALI MAHESHWARI requesting
a minor variance to permit a required parking space to be located 0m from the
street (property) line rather than the required 6m setback to permit the
construction of an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) (Attached), to facilitate the
conversion of single detached dwelling into a duplex, on Plan 1526, Lot 29, 167
Forfar Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the
property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By-Law
and Official Plan is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
review the meeting minutes, which are available on
www.kitchener.ca.
Carried
6.7 B 2024-004 - 546-548 Peach Blossom Court, DSD-2024-120
Submission No.: B 2024-004
Applicant: Klondike Homes Ltd., c/o Paul Florica
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Property Location: 546, 548 Peach Blossom Court
Legal Description: Plan 58M-238, Block 13
Appearances:
In Support:
P. Florica
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land (546 Peach Blossom Court) having a lot width of 9.9m, a lot depth
of 47m and a lot area of 407sq.m. The lands retained (548 Peach Blossom
Court) will have a lot width of 9.3m, a lot depth of 43m and a lot area of 402sq.m.
The consent will permit each half of a semi-detached dwelling currently under
construction to be dealt with independently.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
120, dated March 5, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
P. Florica was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
Moved by S. Hannah
Seconded by M. Gambetti
That the application of KLONDIKE HOMES LTD requesting permission to sever
a parcel of land (546 Peach Blossom Court) having a lot width of 9.9m, a lot
depth of 47m and a lot area of 407sq.m. The lands retained (548 Peach Blossom
Court) will have a lot width of 9.3m, a lot depth of 43m and a lot area of 402sq.m.
The consent will permit each half of a semi-detached dwelling currently under
construction to be dealt with independently, on Plan 58M-238, Block 13, 546-548
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Peach Blossom Court, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the
following conditions:
1. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject
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2. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
size paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
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and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor if required.
4. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the
satisfaction of the City's Engineering Division for the installation of any
new service connections to the severed and/or retained lands.
5. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements to the
satisfaction of the City's Engineering Services for the installation, to City
standards, of boulevard landscaping including street trees, and a paved
driveway ramp, on the severed and retained lands.
6. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
eering Division.
7. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to
Engineering Services.
8. That the property owner shall ensure the required Development Asset
Drawing (digital AutoCAD) is provided for the site (servicing, SWM etc.)
with corresponding layer names and asset information to the satisfaction
of the Engineering Division prior to severance approval.
9. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
the owner will need to pump sewage via a pump and forcemain to the
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property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street
10. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication equal to $11,862.00 of the value of the
lands to be severed.
11. That the property owner shall ensure a Section 59 Notice be submitted to
the satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo.
12. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
cons-making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
6.8 B 2024-005 - 680 Frederick Street, DSD-2024-125
Submission No.: B 2024-005
Applicants: Marcsalo Holdings Inc., c/o Calin Pele
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Property Location: 680 Frederick Street
Legal Description: Plan 764, Lot 28
Appearances:
In Support:
C. Pele
A. Rosu
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicant requested permission to sever a
parcel of land having a width of 7.6m, a lot depth of 45.7m and a lot area of
349.3sq.m. The retained lands will have a lot width of 7.6m, a lot depth of 45.7m
and a lot area of 349.3sq.m. The existing dwelling and garage are proposed to
be demolished and new semi-detached duplexes are proposed to be constructed
in their place.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2024-
125, dated March 6, 2024, recommending approval with conditions as outlined in
the report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation
Planner, dated February 26, 2024, advising they have no concerns with the
subject application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority
Resource Planning Technician dated March 7, 2024, advising they have no
concerns with the subject application.
A. Rosu was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation.
In response to questions from the Committee, A. Rosu confirmed the request
outlined in the application is to build a semi-duplex with two units on each side.
In response to further questions from the Committee, A. Rosu noted there is not
an intent to complete the construction of the basement at this time.
Moved by B. Santos
Seconded by M. Gambetti
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That the application of MARCSALO HOLDINGS INC requesting permission to
sever a parcel of land having a width of 7.6m, a lot depth of 45.7m and a lot area
of 349.3sq.m., on Plan 764, Lot 28, 680 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1.
and associated fees for the Certificate of Official to the satisfaction of the
Secretary-Treasurer and City Solicitor, if required.
2. That the property owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of
Kitchener to verify that there are no outstanding taxes on the subject
property(ies) to
3. That the property owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited
reference plan(s) prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and
either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format, as well as two full
size paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the
4. That the property owner shall obtain Demolition Control Approval, in
-law, to the satisfaction of
5. That the property owner shall obtain a Demolition Permit, for the existing
single detached dwelling and all accessory structure(s) proposed to be
removes the existing dwelling and all accessory structure(s) prior to deed
endorsement.
6. That the property owner shall provide a servicing plan showing outlets to
Engineering Services.
7. That the property owner shall submit a Development Asset Drawing
(digital AutoCAD) for the site (servicing, SWM etc.) with corresponding
of Engineering Services, prior to deed endorsement.
8. That the property owner shall make financial arrangements for the
installation of any new service connections to the severed and/or retained
lands to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services.
9. That the property owner shall ensure any new driveways are to be built to
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Services.
10. That the property owner shall provide confirmation that the basement
elevation can be drained by gravity to the street sewers to the satisfaction
the owner will need to pump the sewage via a pump and forcemain to the
property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line to the street
11. That the property owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash-in-lieu
contribution for park dedication equal to $11,862.00 of the value of the
lands to be severed.
12. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of
Housing Approvals, to be prepared by the City Solicitor, to the satisfaction
Approvals, which shall include the following:
a) That the property owner shall ensure that prior to any grading, servicing
or the application or issuance of a building permit, the owner shall submit
a plan, prepared by a qualified consultant, to the satisfaction and approval
i) the proposed location of all buildings (including accessory buildings
and structures), decks and driveways;
ii) the location of any existing buildings or structures to be removed or
relocated;
iii) the proposed grades and drainage;
iv) the location of all trees to be preserved, removed or potentially
impacted on or adjacent to the subject lands, including notations of
their size, species and condition;
v) justification for any trees to be removed; and
vi) outline tree protection measures for trees to be preserved; and
vii) building elevation drawings.
viii) If necessary, the plan shall include required mitigation and or
compensation measures.
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ix) That the approved elevation drawings shall be implemented as
approved or be substantively similar to the approved elevations as part
of issuance of any building permit(s).
b) Any alteration or improvement to the lands including grading, servicing,
tree removal and the application or issuance of any building permits shall
be in compliance with the approved plan. Any changes or revisions to the
plan require the approval of the Ci
13. That the property owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements to
the Region of Waterloo for the consent application review fee of $350.00.
14. That the property owner shall enter into an agreement with City of
Kitchener to secure the following conditions, in relation to mitigation of
traffic noise from Frederick Street, for all dwelling units on both retained
and severed lots; and that a copy of this Agreement is submitted to the
Regional Municipality of Waterloo to the satisfaction of the Region.
a. That the owner/developer agree to construct the dwelling with a forced
air-ducted heating system suitably sized and designed with provision
discretion.
b. That the following noise warning clauses will be included in all offers of
purchase, deeds and rental agreements:
i.
increasing road traffic on Frederick Street may occasionally interfere
with some activities of the dwelling occupants as the sound levels may
exceed the sound level limits of the Waterloo Region and the Ministry
ii. -ducted heating system
and has been designed with the provision of adding central air
conditioning by the occupant in low and medium-density developments
will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby
ensuring that the indoor sound levels are within the sound level limits
of the Waterloo Region and the Ministry of the Environment
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly
development of the municipality.
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2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the
severed lands and the retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener
Municipal Plan and the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were
considered and taken into account as part of -making
process with respect to the subject application. For more information please
www.kitchener.ca.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (41) of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the
above-noted conditions within two years of the date of giving notice of this
decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 53 (43) of the Planning Act, a consent lapses at the
expiration of two years from the date of the certificate given under subsection
(42) if the transaction in respect of which the consent was given is not carried out
within the two-year period, but the council or the Minister in giving the consent
may provide for an earlier lapsing of the consent.
Carried
7. ADJOURNMENT
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