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Home My WebLink AboutPSI Minutes - 2024-08-12�:T,,,,IE�I' � Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee Minutes August 12, 2024, 6:30 p.m. Electronic Meeting Present: Mayor B. Vrbanovic Councillor S. Davey Councillor D. Schnider Councillor J. Deneault Councillor C. Michaud Councillor A. Owodunni Councillor P. Singh Councillor D. Chapman Councillor S. Stretch Absent: Councillor B. loannidis Councillor M. Johnston Staff: D. Chapman, Chief Administrative Officer V. Raab, General Manager, Corporate Services J. Readman, General Manager, Development Services A. Fusco, Director Legislated Services / City Clerk G. Stevenson, Director, Development & Housing Approvals B. Bateman, Senior Planner T. Seyler, Senior Planner D. Saunderson, Deputy Clerk M. Blake, Committee Coordinator 1. Commencement The Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee held a meeting this date commencing at 7:07 p.m. 1.1 Live Stream Link For direct access to the meeting livestream, please visit the following link: https://www.youtube.com/live/vRBeKmDbvNE 2. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof 1 None. 3. Consent Items 3.1 Private Street Naming, 1000 New Dundee Road, DSD -2024-294 The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -2024- 294, dated June 11, 2024, regarding the private street naming within a multiple residential development located at 1000 New Dundee Road. On motion by Councillor A. Owodunni it was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener acknowledge that Cachet Development (New Dundee) Inc. intends to name a private street: "Cachet Circle," and "Enclave Road," within a multiple residential development located at 1000 New Dundee Road, as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-294; and further, That the City's Legal Services division be directed to proceed with the required advertising, preparation, and registration of the necessary By-law for the naming of, "Cachet Circle," and "Enclave Road"." Carried 3.2 Draft Plan of Condominium Application (Vacant Land), 30CDM-24207, 1001 King Street East, King -Charles Properties Kitchener, DSD -2024-318 The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -2024- 318, dated July 15, 2024, recommending draft approval for Draft Plan of Condominium Application 30CDM-24207, for the property municipally addressed as 1001 King Street East. On motion by Councillor A. Owodunni it was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener, pursuant to Section 51(31) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, By-law 2023-103, hereby grants draft approval to Draft Plan of Condominium Application 30CDM-24207 for 1001 King Street East in the City of Kitchener, subject to the conditions as outlined in Appendix `A" of Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-318." Carried E 3.3 Private Street Naming, 2-56 Benninger Drive, DSD -2024-289 The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -2024- 289, dated July 2, 2024, regarding the private street naming within a multiple residential development located at 2-56 Benninger Drive. On motion by Councillor A. Owodunni it was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener acknowledge that Activa Holdings Inc. intends to name a private street: "Cordoba Way," within a multiple residential development located at 2-56 Benninger Drive, as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-289; and further, That the City's Legal Services division be directed to proceed with the required advertising, preparation, and registration of the necessary By-law for the naming of "Cordoba Way"." Carried 3.4 Draft Plan of Condominium Application (Vacant Land), 30CDM-24209, 1198 Fischer Hallman Road, 1274 Bleams Road, 264 Erinbrook Drive, Deerfield Homes Ltd, DSD -2024-314 The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -2024- 314, dated July 19, 2024, recommending draft approval be granted for Condominium Application 30CDM-24209, for the properties municipally addressed as 1198 Fischer Hallman Road, 1274 Bleams Road, and 264 Erinbrook Drive. On motion by Councillor A. Owodunni it was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener, pursuant to Section 51(31) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, and By-law 2023-103, hereby grants draft approval to Draft Plan of Condominium Application 30CDM-24209 for 1198 Fischer Hallman Road, 1274 Bleams Road, and 264 Erinbrook Drive, in the City of Kitchener, subject to the conditions as outlined in Attachment `A' of Development Services Department report, DSD -2024- 314." Carried 3 3.5 Draft Plan of Condominium Application (Vacant Land) 30CDM-24210, 15 Dellroy Avenue, 2296342 Ontario Inc., Savic Homes, DSD -2024-328 The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -2024- 328, dated July 12, 2024, recommending draft approval be granted for Condominium Application 30CDM-24210, for the property municipally addressed as 15 Dellroy Avenue. On motion by Councillor A. Owodunni it was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener, pursuant to Section 51(31) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, By-law 2023-103, hereby grants draft approval to Draft Plan of Condominium Application 30CDM-24210 for 15 Dellroy Avenue in the City of Kitchener, subject to the conditions as outlined in Appendix `A' of Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-328." Carried 3.6 Draft Plan of Condominium Application (Vacant Land), 30CDM-24205, 455- 509 Mill Street, Polocorp Inc., DSD -2024-257 On motion by Councillor A. Owodunni it was resolved: "That the City of Kitchener, pursuant to Section 51(31) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P.13, as amended, and By-law 2023-103, hereby grants draft approval to Draft Plan of Condominium Application 30CDM-24205 for 455-509 Mill Street in the City of Kitchener, subject to the conditions as outlined in Appendix `A' of Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-257." Carried 4. Discussion Items 4.1 None. 5. Public Hearing Matters under the Planning Act (advertised) This is a formal public meeting to consider applications under the Planning Act. If a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City of Kitchener before the proposed applications are considered, the person or public body may not be entitled to appeal the decision to the Ontario Land Tribunal and 0 may not be added as a party to a hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal. 5.1 Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA24/013/F/BB, 75 First Avenue, Jason Dale, DSD -2024-342 The Committee considered Development Services Department report, DSD - 2024 -342, dated July 12, 2024, recommending adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA24/013/F/BB, for the property municipally addressed as 75 First Avenue. B. Bateman, Senior Planner presented an overview of the report. G. Stevenson, Director of Development and Housing Approvals, was also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee. C. Miller, GSP Group, was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation, noting this application will facilitate the intensification of the subject property with a low-rise missing middle development building form that is compatible with the surrounding community. In response to questions from the Committee, C. Miller confirmed the existing structure is two -stories. On motion by Councillor J. Deneault it was resolved: "That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA24/013/F/BB requesting to amend Zoning By-law 2019-051, for Jason Dale, 75 First Avenue, be approved in the form shown in the `Proposed By-law' and `Map No. 1' attached to Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-342, as Attachment `A'." Carried 5.2 Official Plan Amendment Application OPA24/006/W/TS, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA24/011/W/TS, 1036, 1082 and 1094 Wilson Avenue, Colt Canada Corporation, DSD -2024-329 The Committee considered Development Services Department report, DSD - 2024 -329, dated July 18, 2024, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA24/006/W/TS, and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA24/006/W/TS, for the properties municipally addressed as 1036, 1082 and 1094 Wilson Avenue. It was noted a written submission was received by N. Taylor. l T. Seyler, Senior Planner presented an overview of the report. G. Stevenson, Director of Development and Housing Approvals was also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee. K. Barisdale, GSP Group was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation. S. Congdon, Colt Canada, was also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee. K. Barisdale responded to questions from the Committee regarding the potential disruption of the nearby greenspace, and surroundings. K. Barisdale noted that there are two existing driveways on-site that have already been disturbed, and stated the site plan process will address measures related to sediment erosion control and tree protection. In response to further questions, K. Barisdale noted the applicant's willingness to work with the City to facilitate any requests regarding enhancements along Wilson Avenue, such as curbside improvements and parking. K. Barisdale stated in response to additional questions that the two residential dwelling units on the property appeared to originally be family homes with three - bedrooms, and have been vacant for several years. K. Barisdale noted there are also two accessory buildings associated with 1084 Wilson Avenue, that were former barns or outdoor facilities. In response to further questions, K. Barisdale reported that a private heritage consultant, in conjunction with the City's heritage consultants, assessed the heritage value of the existing, "log wall" at the property. It was noted the wall had undergone significant modifications, was heavily deteriorated, and had lost much of its heritage value due to the various changes over time. K. Barisdale addressed questions concerning the potential requirement for a traffic impact study, and noted it was not required by the city for this project, at this time. In response to questions regarding lighting surrounding the proposed parking area and trail, K. Barisdale indicated that no additional lighting along the public trail is being proposed at this time. S. Congdon stated the proposed amendments support the expansion of an existing industrial property and will add approximately 50 new jobs to the region. N. Taylor and S. Mackenzie were in attendance in opposition to the staff recommendation, noting concerns related to the loss of two residential homes, potential for traffic along Wilson Avenue, impacts on the surrounding natural heritage features, as well as noise and lighting disturbances. G. Stevenson clarified that the site plan review process will address technical aspects of the application, including but not limited to, photometric plans that consider the impact of any proposed lighting and permeable paving options. In response to further questions, T. Seyler confirmed that the comments from Grand River Conservation Authority have been considered and addressed. On motion by Mayor B. Vrbanovic it was resolved: "That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA24/006/W/TS for the property municipally addressed as 1036, 1082 and 1094 Wilson Avenue for Colt Canada Corporation requesting the change of use from Low Rise Residential to General Industrial Employment for the lands specified and illustrated as the "Area of Amendment" on Schedules `A' and `B', be adopted, and forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval accordingly, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report, DSD -2024-329, as Appendix `A'; and further, That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA24/006/W/TS for Colt Canada Corporation be approved in the form shown in the `Proposed By- law', and `Map No. 1', attached to report DSD -2024-329 as Appendix `B'." 6. Information Items 6.1 None. 7. Adjournment On motion, this meeting adjourned at approximately 8:40 p.m. Mariah Blake Committee Coordinator Carried 7