HomeMy WebLinkAboutDev & Tech Svcs - 2006-06-12DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES
JUNE 12, 2006 CITY OF KITCHENER
The Development and Technical Services Committee met this date, commencing at 6:08 p.m.
Present: Councillor C. Weylie -Chair
Mayor C. Zehr and Councillors J. Smola, B. Vrbanovic, J. Gazzola and G. Lorentz
Staff: C. Ladd, Chief Administrative Officer
R. Browning, General Manager of Development & Technical Services & Fire Chief
J. Willmer, Director of Planning
R. Shames, Director of Engineering Services
F. McCrea, Assistant City Solicitor
J. McBride, Director of Transportation Planning
R. Regier, Executive Director of Economic Development
G. MacDuff, Manager of Development Engineering
D. Gilchrist, Committee Administrator
1. SIDEWALK INSTALLATION BY CITY OF WATERLOO -NORTH SIDE OF WESTMOUNT
ROAD WEST
Mr. B. White attended this meeting to advise the Committee of his concerns over the fact that
the City of Waterloo intends to install a sidewalk on the north side of Westmount Road West,
which is located in the City of Kitchener. The proposed sidewalk would be located in front of 8
properties, 3 of which are in the City of Waterloo and the other 5 properties are located in the
City of Kitchener.
Mr. White state that in 1999 when the Region of Waterloo rebuilt Westmount Road, there was a
discussion about installing a sidewalk in this location, and a decision was made not to install a
sidewalk. He noted that Westmount Road narrows from 12' to 9' wide in this location;
consequently, the sidewalk would abut the travelled portion of the road, which he considers
would be dangerous. In addition, there are mature Maple trees at the side of the road in this
location, and to move the sidewalk further from the travelled portion of the road would require the
removal of the Maple trees.
Mr. White provided copies of a petition signed by neighbourhood residents in opposition to this
sidewalk, noting those who signed have both safety concerns and property concerns; further, the
people who requested this sidewalk have moved out of this area.
Ms. C. Ladd was directed to contact the City of Waterloo in this regard prior to Waterloo City
Council making a final decision in this regard, and that staff at the City of Kitchener should have
discussions with staff at the City of Waterloo.
2. DTS-06-092 - ALTERNATIVES TO FACILITATE PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENTS
- JOSEPH & GAUKEL STREET
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
092, dated June 1, 2006, regarding alternatives for facilitate pedestrian movements at Joseph
and Gaukel Street.
Mr. R. Shames advised that based on technical warrants, an all-way stop at the intersection of
Joseph Street and Gaukel Street is not warranted, but a stop on Gaukel Street is warranted.
Staff has considered many alternatives to assist pedestrian movement at this location; however,
anything more than a crosswalk will have additional costs associated with it and potentially
construction and design changes as well.
The following delegations attended this meeting and spoke against the staff recommendation:
Cheryl Lousley, Pedestrian Charter Citizens Group, Raj Gill, Brad Ullner, Dave Steffler, and
Sherrie Grise, Victoria Park Neighbourhood Association.
Each delegation pointed out that the purpose of creating the new entrance to Victoria Park is to
attract people to come to the park. A further purpose is to create an aesthetically pleasing
corridor from the park to City Hall along Gaukel Street. Such a corridor will attract people to
move from City Hall to Victoria Park and vice versa. It would be a responsible action on the
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2. DTS-06-092 - ALTERNATIVES TO FACILITATE PEDESTRIAN MOVEMENTS
- JOSEPH & GAUKEL STREET tCONT'D)
City's part, since the City will be attracting pedestrian as well as vehicular movement along this
corridor, to provide a safe means for pedestrians to cross both Gaukel and Joseph Streets.
Further, the City has adopted the Pedestrian Charter which encourages pedestrians in the
Downtown and calls for safe and comfortable pedestrian movement. Each of the delegations
requested the Committee's support for an all-way stop at Joseph and Gaukel Streets.
Councillor Weylie noted electronic and paper correspondence received by her, in support of an
all-way stop at Joseph and Gaukel Streets, from Sue Morgan and the Downtown Community
Health Centre.
Committee members thanked the delegations for their presentations and offered support for
their position.
On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz -
it was resolved:
"That an all-way stop be installed at the intersection of Joseph Street and Gaukel Street;
and further,
That staff consider options for decorative pedestrian crosswalks at the Joseph and
Gaukel Streets intersection, including a product called "Street Print"."
3. CRPS-06-0$7 -ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
- COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENT GRANT PROGRAM
(CEIGP)
- ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The Committee considered Corporate Services Department report CRPS-06-087, dated May 31,
2006, containing a recommendation from the City's Environmental Committee regarding
additional eligibility criteria for the Community Environmental Improvement Grant Program
(CEIGP).
Councillor Gazzola noted the age of the Strategic Plan for the Environment, questioning
whether it should be updated.
Mr. Willmer advised that an additional staff person has been seconded to assist Ms. Steiner in
preparing an update to this plan. However, this plan is still used as a road map for the
Environmental Committee, who still feels the 7 functional areas are legitimate.
Councillor Vrbanovic agreed this plan needs to be updated, but noted the grant criteria
proposed are as of a result of experience with the grant program.
On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz -
it was resolved:
"That the grant eligibility criteria for the Community Environmental Improvement Grant
Program (CEIGP), be amended to include the following additional criteria:
10. Applications should relate to one or more of the seven functional areas of
Kitchener's Strategic Plan for the Environment, namely Water Resources, Pollution
& Environmental Interference, Waste Management, Land Resources & Growth
Management, Energy Systems, Natural & Recreational Amenity Areas, and
Resource Consumption.
11. Applications which bring additional external financial, material, or human resources
to a project, through partnerships, are favoured over projects which are only
sponsored by the City of Kitchener.
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3. CRPS-06-0$7 -ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION tCONT'D)
12. Community projects should build a level of capacity, that is, knowledge and ability,
within the community to promote further stewardship initiatives."
4. DTS-06-093 - SERVICING AGREEMENT
- MUNICIPAL PLAN AMENDMENT MPA 02I0$IHBS
- ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 02I06IH/BS
- HOMER WATSON BOULEVARD & BLOCK LINE ROAD
DGF INVESTMENTS LTD.
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
093, dated May 23, 2006, regarding a servicing agreement between the City of Kitchener and
DGF Investments Ltd./Highland West Shopping Centres Limited and Drewlo Holdings Inc., for
the required sanitary servicing capacity for lands at Homer Watson Boulevard and Block Line
Road.
On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz -
it was resolved:
"That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement between the City of
Kitchener and D.G.F. Investments Ltd./Highland West Shopping Centres Limited, and
Drewlo Holdings Inc., to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, providing for acceptable
arrangements for the required sanitary servicing capacity."
5. DTS-06-0$1 - REQUEST FOR ADDIITONAL FUNDS FOR UPPER BLAIR CREEK
FUNCTIONAL DRAINAGE STUDY
The Committee considered Development & Technical Services Department report DTS-06-081,
dated May 31, 2006, regarding a request for additional funds for Upper Blair Creek Functional
Drainage Study.
Upon questioning, Mr. MacDuff advised that before this project started the percentage split for
costs between the developer and the City was determined, and the City's portion is 25%.
On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz -
it was resolved:
"That staff be authorized to approve additional required funds relating to the Upper Blair
Creek Functional Study in the amount of $29,325.57 (incl. GST) from the Engineering
Study Component of the Development Charges Fund; and further,
That funding of long-term annual monitoring for this development area be approved, as
set out in Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-081."
6. DTS-06-090 - SCHOOL TRAFFIC SAFETY -CHANGES FOR THE 2006-2007 SCHOOL
YEAR
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
090, dated May 30, 2006, regarding school traffic safety changes for the 2006-2007 school year.
On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz -
it was resolved:
"That the Adult Crossing Guard Facility at the intersection of Kinzie Drive and River Road
be permanently eliminated effective June 30, 2006."
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7. DTS-06-091 - CROSS BORDER SERVICING AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF WATERLOO
- FOR DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 30T-01205
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
091, dated June 7, 2006, regarding a Cross Border Servicing Agreement with the City of
Waterloo for the provision of temporary water servicing for Draft Plan of Subdivision 30T-01205.
On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz -
it was resolved:
"That Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute across-Border Service Agreement with
the Corporation of the City of Waterloo for the provision of temporary water servicing from
the City of Waterloo in order to service residential development lands (Draft Plan of
Subdivision 30T-01205) within the City of Kitchener, substantially in the form of the draft
agreement attached to Report DTS-06-091, on terms and conditions satisfactory to the
Director of Engineering and City Solicitor; and further,
That the Mayor and Clerk be authorized to execute an Agreement with Sunvest
Development Corporation, the developer of the residential development lands to be
serviced pursuant to the Cross-Border Service Agreement with the City of Waterloo, to
provide for the costs of installation, administration and maintenance of the proposed
temporary water servicing required as a condition of approval of Plan of Subdivision 30T-
01205, substantially in the form of the draft agreement attached to Development and
Technical Services Department report DTS-06-091, on terms and conditions satisfactory
to the Director of Engineering and City Solicitor."
DTS-06-094 - DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 06I04IWILT
- 59 & 61 WEBER STREET EAST
- 167$$23 ONTARIO LTD.
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
094, dated June 7, 2006, regarding a demolition application for 59 & 61 Weber Street East.
Mr. Willmer reviewed the staff report noting that 59 Weber Street West has been severely
damaged by fire; and although it does not warrant an order to demolish under the Building
Code, the City and neighbours would like it to be demolished. No conditions are
recommended for the demolition of 59 Weber Street West;; but the standard conditions are
recommended for the demolition of 61 Weber Street West.
Mr. T. Hardacre, Planning and Engineering Initiatives, was in attendance on behalf of the
property owner, in support of the staff recommendation. He advised that the owner is in
agreement with the staff report and the staff recommendation. In response to questioning, Mr.
Hardacre advised that a demolition permit will be applied for this week, and an application for
site plan approval will be submitted by the end of June. The owner intends to build a 12 storey
apartment building with 44 units; 43 of which will be contained within the first 11 floors, and the
12th floor will be 1 unit. Each of the 43 units will have a floor area of approximately 500 sq. ft.
He advised that a building permit will be sought immediately following site plan approval,
hopefully by the end of this year.
Mr. A. Boreman, owner of property immediately adjacent to the rear of the subject properties,
advised the Committee that storm water from the subject property runs onto his property, and
he wants this problem addressed. He also advised he wants a safeguard for the building on
his property from vibrations caused by excavation and construction of the new development.
Mr. Mac Duff advised there should be an improvement with respect to storm water run-off
because of grading and a storm sewer. Mr. Willmer advised with respect to vibration damage,
that Mr. Boreman should document his property before demolition and construction
commences so as to confirm the status of his property. If there is any problem, it will be a
matter between the two property owners.
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8. DTS-06-094 - DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 06I04IWILT tCONT'D)
On motion by Councillor J. Smola -
it was resolved:
"That Demolition Control Application DC 06/04/W/LT requesting permission to demolish a
12 unit multiple dwelling located at 59 Weber Street East and a 4 unit multiple dwelling
located at 61 Weber Street East, owned by 1678823 Ontario Ltd. (Impulse Development
Group), legally described as Part Lots 8 & 9, Registered Plan 372 (59 Weber St. E.) and
Part Lot 1, Registered Plan 364, Part Lots 9 & 10, Registered Plan 372 (61 Weber ST. E.)
be approved, subject to the following:
(a) That the owner complete a proper photographic documentation of the two
structures to the satisfaction of the City's Heritage Planner prior to the issuance of
a demolition permit;
(b) That the property damaged by fire at 59 Weber Street East be approved for
demolition immediately upon completion of the photographic documentation of the
structure; and
(c) That the property at 61 Weber Street East be approved for demolition subject to
the following conditions:
1) That the owner obtain final site plan approval; and,
2) That the owner obtain a building permit for the proposed development.
Upon satisfaction of conditions 1 and 2, the Chief Building Official may authorize
and issue a demolition permit under Section 33(6) of the Planning Act. The
demolition permit will be subject to the following condition:
That in the event that construction of a new residential building having at least 12
dwelling units is not substantially complete within 2-years of the date of issuance of
the demolition permit, the City Clerk may enter on the collector's roll, to be
collected in like manner as municipal taxes, $20,000 for each dwelling unit
contained in the residential properties in respect of which the demolition permit is
issued and such sum shall, until the payment thereof, be a lien or charge upon the
land in respect of which the permit to demolish the residential property is issued."
DTS-06-0$9 - DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 30T-04207
- ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 05I21IHITMW
- VALLEYVIEW ROAD
- HOWE DRIVE COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDMENT
- 62 & 70 HOWE DRIVE
- EDMUNDFARRAGE
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
089, dated May 31, 2006, regarding Zone Change Application ZC 05/21/H/TMW to change the
zoning on the subject lands located at 62 & 70 Howe Drive for Draft Plan of Subdivision 30T-
04207.
Mr. A. Pinnell provided the Committee with an addendum to Development and Technical
Services Department report DTS-06-089, including: a revised subdivision map, dated June 9,
2006, a revised zone change map, dated June 9, 2006, and a revised proposed by-law, dated
June 9, 2006. He also advised the Committee that there are 2 conditions on page 10 of the
report, both numbered as 9, and the first condition #9 regarding hydro One is to be removed.
Mr. Pinnell advised that the proposed plan of subdivision on Howe Drive consists of 43 lots for
development of single family dwellings and semi-detached dwellings, a large block for future
development, and a park block. There are 2 existing units on this 2.2 ha. Parcel which will be
retained and the redundant portion of Howe Drive will be closed.
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9. DTS-06-0$9 - DRAFT PLAN OF SUBDIVISION 30T-04207 tCONT'D)
Mayor Zehr noted the small frontages for the proposed lots and questioned whether adequate
on-street parking can be provided. Staff advised that Transportation Planning has reviewed a
parking plan and advise the development can meet the City's target of 1 on-street parking space
for every 2 units.
With respect to the community trail, Mr. Pinnell advised the proposed trail will connect with
Windale Park, and within the Community Plan the trail will run to the northeast from the park for
the length of Howe Drive.
Mr. T. Hardacre, Planning and Engineering Initiatives, was in attendance on behalf of the
developer, in support of the staff report and recommendations.
On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic -
it was resolved:
"That the Valleyview Road -Howe Drive Community Plan be revised to amend Map 1,
"General Land Use", as shown on the plan dated May 16, 2006 attached to Development
and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-089; and,
That Zone Change Application ZC 05/21/H/TMW (Windale Crescent/Howe Drive)
requesting a change in zoning from Residential Six Zone (R-6), and Public Park Zone (P-
1) fo Residential Four Zone (R-4), Residential Four Zone (R-4) with Special Regulation
Provision 441 R, Residential Four Zone (R-4) with Special Regulation Provision 442R,
Residential Four Zone (R-4) with Special Regulation Provision 443R, Residential Six
Zone (R-6) with Special Regulation Provision 444R and Holding Provision 52H, and Open
Space Zone (P-2); on lands legally described as Part of Lot 47, German Company Tract,
designated as Parts 1 and 2, Reference Plan 58R-820; and Part 1, Reference Plan 58R-
9281, in the City of Kitchener, be approved in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law",
dated June 9, 2006, provided to the Development and Technical Services Committee on
June 12, 2006, without conditions; and,
That an exemption to Council Policy I-1147 (Street Naming, Addressing, Multiple Unit
Identification Signs/Street Name Change) be approved to allow Windale Crescent to
remain with the suffix "Crescent"; and further,
That the City of Kitchener, pursuant to Section 51 (31) of the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990,
Chapter P 13 as amended, and delegation by-law 2002-64, grant draft approval to Plan of
Subdivision Application 30T-04207, in the City of Kitchener, for Edmund Farrage, subject
to the conditions outlined in Development and Technical Services Department report
DTS-06-089, as amended to remove the first condition #9 on page 10 of the report
respecting Hydro One."
10. DTS-06-097 - STONEGATE WATERCOURSE EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE
STABILIZATION -SCHEDULE `B' CLASS EA
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
097, dated June 7, 2006, regarding Stonegate Watercourse Erosion Control and Slope
Stabilization, Schedule `B' Class EA.
Councillor Vrbanovic questioned the slope stabilization for Grand River Boulevard, and Mr.
Shames advised he will investigate and report.
On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic -
it was resolved:
"That the recommendations of the Stonegate Watercourse Erosion Control and Slope
Stabilization Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study Report be accepted; and,
That the Stonegate Watercourse Erosion Control and Slope Stabilization Municipal Class
Environmental Assessment Study Report to be advertised for the mandatory 30 day
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10. DTS-06-097 - STONEGATE WATERCOURSE EROSION CONTROL AND SLOPE
STABILIZATION -SCHEDULE `B' CLASS EA tCONT'D)
public review period as required by the Environmental Assessment Act; and further,
That following the 30 day mandatory review period and Ontario Ministry of Environment
acceptance of the study, staff proceed to implement the recommendations of the Study."
11. DTS-06-0$3 - ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 06I04IWBS
- 24$ WOOLWICH STREET
- M & D MONTEYNE
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
083, dated May 24, 2006, regarding Zone Change Application ZC 06/04/W/BS to change the
zoning on the subject lands located at 248 Woolwich Street.
Mr. Willmer advised the most easterly portion of this property has always been considered for
stormwater management for the abutting Activa property. It is intended that only the portion of
the property to be used for stormwater management will be rezoned, and subsequently
conveyed, by way of Consent, to Activa.
On motion by Councillor J. Smola -
it was resolved:
"That Zone Change Application ZC06/04/W/BS for the purpose of changing the zoning
from Agricultural Zone (A-1) to Hazard Land Zone (P-3) on lands legally described as part
of Lot 124, German Company Tract and part of Part 1, Registered Plan 58R-10553,
municipally known as 248 Woolwich Street, in the City of Kitchener, be approved in the
form shown in the "Proposed By-law", dated May 10, 2006, attached to Development and
Technical Services Department report DTS-06-083, without conditions."
12. DTS-06-034 - DOWNTOWN LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS
The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-06-
034, dated June 6, 2006, regarding downtown lighting improvements. Mr. J. McBride reviewed
this report in detail.
On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic -
it was resolved:
"That Council reaffirm the lighting levels approved in the On Lighting Downtown report of
1999; and,
That twenty four high pressure sodium fixtures on King Street between Gaukel Street and
Francis Street be converted to metal halide fixtures at a cost of approximately $30,000
and funded from the existing metal halide conversion account; and,
That additional intersection lighting be installed at King and Queen Streets, King and
Ontario Streets, King and Gaukel Streets, King and Water Streets and King and Francis
Streets at a cost of approximately $10,000 and funded from the existing metal halide
conversion account; and,
That Facilities Management be directed to complete an external lighting study for City Hall
and Your Kitchener Market, at a cost of approximately $10,000 and funded from the Safe
and Healthy Community Advisory Committee budget; and further,
That staff report to the Development and Technical Services Committee at a future date
addressing streetscape improvements on King Street from Frederick Street to Francis
Street as well as potential changes to the fagade loan program."
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13. CAO-06-040 - MANUFACTURING OUR FUTURE - 2006 CORPORATE VISITATION
PROGRAM
The Committee considered Chief Administrator's Office report CAO-06-040, dated June 6, 2006,
regarding Manufacturing Our Future - 2006 Corporate Visitation Program. Mr. Regier presented
this report noting the 2006 Visitation Program focused on manufacturers, with particular
emphasis on the automotive sector. This report presents an industry in transition with a positive
outlook to the future.
On motion by Mayor C. Zehr -
it was resolved:
"That the report titled, "Manufacturing Our Future, Corporate Visitation 2006" be received
for information."
14. ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
D. Gilchrist
Committee Administrator