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Development &
Technical Services
Report To: Heritage Kitchener
Date of Meeting: April 3, 2007
Submitted By: Leon Bensason, Heritage Planner X741-2306)
Prepared By: Stephanie Barber, Assistant Heritage Planner (741-2839}
Ward(s~ Involved: Ward 6
Date of Report: March 20, 2007
Report No.: DTS 07-051
Subject: HERITAGE PERMIT APPLICATION 2007-V-001
242 QUEEN STREET SOUTH
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF NEW BUILDING
RECOMMENDATION:
That pursuant to Section 34 of the Ontario Heritage Act, Heritage Permit Application
HPA 2007-V-001 (242 Queen Street South} be approved, to permit the construction of a new
building on the subject properly, in accordance with revised plans A0.1 dated March 12, 2007
and forming part of the application.
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BACKGROUND:
The Development and Technical Services Department is in receipt of Heritage Permit
Application HPA 2007-V-001. The applicant is seeking Council's permission to construct a two-
storey building on the property municipally addressed 242 Queen Street South, located in the
Victoria Park Heritage Conservation District (VPHCD). On December 29, 2005 a fire caused
significant damage to the previous building which was atwo-and-a-half storey modified Queen
Anne style structure that formerly housed the Reaching Our Outdoor Friends (ROOF) youth day
shelter. The proposed new structure would replace this building and would continue to serve as
the location of the shelter.
REPORT:
The subject property is located on the west side of Queen Street South between Joseph Street
and Courtland Avenue and is in the Victoria Park HCD designated under Part V of the Ontario
Heritage Act. The applicant wishes to construct a new building to replace the previous structure
which was significantly damaged by fire in December 2005 and demolished in February 2007.
The Victoria Park HCD Plan contains specific policies that direct the development of properties
with new buildings. It specifically addresses Queen Street South on this subject and includes
the following statement:
"...a main goal is to ensure that new development enhance the historic and civic
character of Queen Street South. This will be achieved in large part through appropriate
urban design such that the building style, profile, massing and materials complement the
special historic character of Queen Street South."
The applicant proposes to construct a two storey building with brick veneer, combination hip and
gable roof with asphalt shingles, extended front bay, full-front verandah, rectangular window
openings with one-over-one sashes and neutrally-coloured trim. Options for brick and paint
colours and will be discussed at the Heritage Kitchener meeting of April 3, 2007 where samples
will be presented. The sides of the building would be enhanced with gables and special
brickwork detail. The building would be located close to the sidewalk with appropriate
landscaping in the front yard and parking located at the rear. A ramp would be located along the
south elevation of the building, terminating at a rear entrance.
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
None.
CONCLUSION:
The proposed new building meets the intent of the applicable Victoria Park Heritage District
Plan policies and guidelines. The new construction would not have an adverse impact on the
heritage character of the surrounding area. Accordingly, staff recommends approval of HPA
2007-V-001.
Leon Bensason, MCIP, RPP Stephanie Barber, BES
Heritage Planner
Assistant Heritage Planner
Attachment
Heritage Permit Application 2007-V-001