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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAdjustment - 2008-10-21 SGCOMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT FOR THE CITY OF KITCHENER MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING HELD OCTOBER 21, 2008 MEMBERS PRESENT: OFFICIALS PRESENT: Messers D. Cybalski, M. Hiscott & A. Head Ms. J. von Westerholt, Senior Planner, Mr. ~. Bensason, Co-ordinator, Cultural Heritage Planning, Mr. J. Lewis, Traffic Technologist, Ms. D. Gilchrist, Secretary-Treasurer, Ms. L. Garovat, Administrative Clerk and Ms. D. Hartleib, Administrative Clerk. Mr. D. Cybalski, Chair, called this meeting to order at 9:43 a.m. This meeting of the Committee of Adjustment sitting as a Standing Committee of City Council was called to consider applications regarding variances to the City of Kitchener Sign By-law. The Committee will not make a decision on these applications but rather will make a recommendation which will be forwarded to the Committee of the Whole and Council for final decision. The Chair explained that the Committee's decisions with respect to sign variances are recommendations to City Council and not a final decision. He advised that the Committee's recommendations will be forwarded to City Council on Monday November 24, 2008 at 7:00 p.m., and the applicants may register with the City Clerk to appear at the meeting if desired. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Submission No.: SG 2008-003 Applicant: 2088212 Ontario Inc. Property Location: 4326 King Street East Legal Description: Part Lot 9, Beasley's Broken Front Concession Appearances: In Support: S. Ritchie Contra: None Written Submissions: Pine Grove Community Association The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission for 2 facia signs, one to be located on the easterly side wall of the building and one to be located on the rear wall of the building, to cover 100% of the walls on which they are to be located rather than the permitted 30%. The Committee considered the report of the Development and Technical Services Department, dated October 9, 2008, advising the subject properly is located on the east side of King Street East, between Deer Ridge Drive and Sportsworld Drive, and is currently part of an arterial commercial corridor (C-6 Zoning). However, an application has been received to rezone the lands as a planned commercial campus (C-8 Zoning). The lot contains an empty commercial building, formerly occupied by Flooring & Flooring. The subject building has a large street setback with parking in front as well as a grassed green space barrier separating the parking and building from the sidewalk. The applicant is requesting permission for relief from the 30% coverage as required in Article 13, Section 680.13.15 of the City's Sign By-law for 2 fascia signs to allow 100% coverage. The variance meets the intent of the Official Plan for the following reasons. The intent of the Commercial Campus Zone (C-8) designation is to allow for various forms of commercial uses. The subject property contains a single commercial building that is currently unused, and was formerly in use by Flooring & Flooring. The adaptation of this unused building into a new COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 1. Submission No.: SG 2008-003 (Cont'd~ OCT46ER 21, 2008 business with two fascia signs is consistent with the character of the commercial area, and therefore meets the intent of the Official Plan. The variances meet the intent of the Sign By-law which is to ensure that signage does not dominate the fapade of the building fascia) or streetscape of the neighbourhood (ground- supported sign). The first fascia sign is be located on the south side elevation of the building and is to completely cover the elevation X30 metres wide by 10 metres tall) with an artistic mural style sign. The second sign is to be located in the rear of the building facing east near the loading area of the building. This sign will also be of the artistic mural variety and is to cover the wall that is 10 metres wide by 10 metres tall. The sign also is of an appropriate size for the lot width and it will not adversely affect the aesthetics of the property. As well, as the sign is on the side of the building, it will not affect the streetscape, and therefore meets the intent of the Sign By-law. The variances are considered minor in nature for the following reason. The fascia sign does not project from the building and is intended to be artistic in addition to its original intent for advertisement. The sign facing the rear of the building poses no streetscape implications, and staff feel the sign on the side of the building will not detract from the streetscape. Therefore, staff feel the variance is minor in nature. The variance is appropriate for the development and use of the land for the following reason. The signage is appropriate for the size of the lot and the location of the building. Staff is of the opinion that the proposed signs will not adversely affect the streetscape of the surrounding commercial neighbourhood. The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation Planner, dated September 1, 2008, advising that they have no concerns with this application. The Committee considered the written submission of the Pine Grove Community Association, dated October 16, 2008, advising that they are in support of this application provided that the approval is granted only to the currant owner, for the specific type of sign and specific currant message. That Committee questioned the necessity for this sign variance. Mr. Ritchie advised that the owner proposes 2 mural type signs which will add more visual interest to the building. Upon questing, Mr. Ritchie advised that the owner of the property owns the abutting property. Ms. von Westerholt advised that the proposed use of the abutting property is likely to be a restaurant. These properties are part of a whole development and the owner will maintain the house and bring it to a better standard. The Committee members agreed that the applicant must commit to something on paper that shows exactly what the sign content for both signs will be. Mr. Hiscott stated that these signs will be very visible from the from King Street and will be located at the entrance for the City, and the Committee needs to know how they will affect the abutting property. Moved by Mr. M. Hiscott Seconded by Mr. A. Head That consideration of the application of 2088212 Ontario Inc. requesting permission for 2 facia signs, one to be located on the easterly side wall of the building and one to be located on the rear wall of the building, to cover 100% of the walls on which they are to be located rather than the permitted 30%, on Part Lot 9, Beasley's Broken Front Concession, 4326 King Street East, Kitchener, Ontario, BE DEFFERED, until the Committee of Adjustment meeting of November 18, 2008, to allow the application an opportunity to provide a drawing of the contents of these signs. Carried This meeting recessed at 9:53 a.m. and reconvened at 10:11 a.m. with the following members present: Messrs. D. Cybalski, M. Hiscott and A. Head. COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 7 OCT46ER 21, 2008 NEW BUSINESS 1. Submission No.: Applicant: Property location: Le al Description: Appearances: In Support: Contra: SG 2008-004 Kathy Shaw 196 Victoria Street South Part Lot 2, Plan 439 K. Shaw None Written Submissions: None The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to locate a ground supported sign on a lot having a width of 11.5m X37.73') rather than the required 15m X49.21') and permission to use 44% of the area of the ground supported sign for changeable copy rather than the permitted 30%. The Committee considered the report of the Development and Technical Services Department, dated October 9, 2008, advising the subject property is located near the intersection of Victoria Street South and Henry Street and is developed with a hair salon (personal service use). The land is designated as a Mixed Use Corridor in the City's Official Plan and zoned Commercial Residential One SCR-1) in By-law 85-1. The applicant is requesting a minor variance for permission to legalize an existing ground supported sign on a lot having a width of 11.5m rather than the required 15m and permission to use 44% of the area of the ground supported sign for changeable copy rather than the permitted 30%. In considering the requested variance to the City of Kitchener Sign By-law, Planning staff offer the following comments. The variance meets the intent of the Sign By-law which is to ensure that signage does not dominate the fagade of the building (fascia signs) or streetscape of the neighbourhood (ground-supported signs). While the ground sign does not meet some of the requirements of the bylaw, it does meet its general intent. The sign compliments the building with its design, and its mass is proportional to the building size. The proposed shrubbery will help soften the signs appearance and adds to the streetscape. Finally, the sign acts as a message board to the business, without interrupting pedestrian or traffic visibility, and does not affect the streetscape. Therefore the proposed sign meets the intent of the Sign By-law. The variance is minor because the sign does not detract from the streetscape. In fact, its soft colours and added shrubbery compliment the building it serves, while also improving the appearance of asphalt and concrete which dominates the entire front yard and boulevard. Furthermore, staff is of the opinion that the sign will not adversely affect the streetscape of the surrounding commercial neighbourhood, and is therefore appropriate. The sign has been erected without a permit and is located within the driveway visibility triangle with the neighbouring property. In this regard, staff requests a condition that the sign be relocated outside the triangle so that it does not become a safety concern. The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation Planner, dated October 10, 2008, in which he advised that the owner has installed a ground mounted sign at a location on the property not as shown on the plan circulated with the application. The sign has been installed within the visibility triangle on the west side of the building and creates a hazard for vehicles exiting the adjacent driveway. The sign should be relocated as shown of the plan and kept as far back from the Victoria Street property line as possible so that adequate visibility can be achieved from the existing driveways on both sides of the building. Ms. Shaw advised that Sign Act erected the sign and there was a miscommunication as to which one of them was supposed to get the sign permit. COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 1. Submission No.: SG 2008-004 (Cont'd~ OCT46ER 21, 2008 The Committee advised Ms. Shaw that she will have to move the sign outside the visibility triangles, and at the request of staff, Ms. Shaw was given a time limit of December 31, 2008 to do so. Moved by Mr. A. Head Seconded by Mr. M. Hiscott That the application of Kathy Shaw requesting permission to locate a ground supported sign on a lot having a width of 11.5m X37.73') rather than the required 15m (49.21') and permission to use 44% of the area of the ground supported sign for changeable copy rather than the permitted 30%, on Part Lot 2, Plan 439, 196 Victoria Street South, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. The owner shall obtain a sign permit, prior to relocating the sign. 2. That the owner shall relocate the sign outside of any driveway visibility triangles, prior to December 31, 2008. It is the opinion of this Committee that: 1. The variance approved in this application is minor in nature. 2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property. 3. The general intent and purpose of the Chapter 680 (SIGN) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code is being maintained on the subject property. Carried 2. Submission No.: SG 2008-005 Applicant: Realax (70 King) Inc. Property Location: 70 King Street East Legal Description: Lot 1 & Part dots 13 & 14, Plan 364, being Part 3 Reference Plan 58R-6977 Appearances: In Support: D. Baker Contra: None Written Submissions: None The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to erect 2 projecting signs, one on the King Street fapade and one on the Frederick Street fapade, each to project 2.6m X8.23`) from the wall of the building rather than the permitted 1.5m X4.92`). The Committee considered the report of the Development and Technical Services Department, dated October 8, 2008, advising the subject property is located at the northern intersection of King Street East and Frederick Street and is designated as Retail Core in the Official Plan and zoned Retail Core (D-1). The building is subject to designation under Part IU of the Ontario Heritage Act and the applicant has also applied for a Heritage Permit for the proposed signs. The applicant is requesting permission to construct two projecting signs to have a projection of 2.6 metres (8.5 ft) rather than the permitted maximum of 1.5 metres; and to have internal illumination which is prohibited for projecting signs in the Retail Core. Staff has discussed with the applicant the request fora 2.6 metres projection which is to the tip of the supporting pole, and not to the sign itself. The sign actually projects only 2.2 metres (7.3 ft) from the wall of the building and the applicant has agreed to reduce the projection of the COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 2. Submission No.: SG 2008-005 (Cont'd~ OCT46ER 21, 2008 pole to 2.2 metres. Therefore it is recommended that this variance request be amended to permit construction of two projecting signs to have a projection of 2.2 metres (7.3 ft) rather than the permitted maximum projection of 1.5 metres (5 ft); and to have internal illumination which is prohibited for projecting signs in the Retail Core. The variance meets the intent of the Sign By-law for the following reasons. The intent of the by-law is to ensure that projecting signs do not dominate the fapade of a building or surrounding streetscape. The subject building is approximately 15 m (50 ft) wide and more than 50 m (164 ft) in length. The proposed signs are appropriate in area and projection considering the size of the building. It is noted that both signs project over the lot line and over City lands and will therefore require an encroachment agreement. The intent of prohibiting internal illumination on projecting signs is to ensure aesthetically pleasing signage that fits into the character of the downtown/retail core area. The proposed signs will have a limited area that will be contain backlit illumination. The text "Tap and Grill" and the portion of the sign containing the "Crabby Joe" character will be internally illuminated. The rest of the sign either is covered externally with aluminum, or has LED channel lettering, such as the "Crabby Joe's" text at the bottom of the sign. As the area of internal illumination is only a portion of the overall sign area, it is staff's opinion that the sign meets the intent of the by-law. The variance is minor for the following reasons. As noted above, the size of the signs is appropriate for the size of the building and the internal illumination is limited to approximately 25 - 30% of the sign area. The variance is appropriate for the development and use of the land for the following reasons. The surrounding streetscape contains other commercial businesses and signage. The use of projecting signs rather than fascia signs is preferred by Heritage staff as this would not deter from the heritage qualities of the building itself with a sign directly on the fapade. The Committee the comments of the City of Kitchener Heritage Planner, dated October 8, 2008 in which they advise that the subject property is designated under Part IU of the Ontario Heritage Act. A Heritage Permit Application ~HPA) is required for exterior alterations including the introduction of signage. The applicant's standard proposal for signage is an internally illuminated fascia sign. Heritage Planning staff encouraged the applicant to consider the use of a projecting sign in order to reduce the physical and visual impact of a fascia sign on the building and its heritage attributes. Of particular importance is maintaining the flow of the tapering metal ailerons (or metal fins) as they wrap around the corner of the building at Frederick Street and King Street East. At critical views, the proposed projection of the sign from the edge of the tapering metal ailerons will maintain the flow of the metal ailerons and ensure that there is separation and distinction between the building and the proposed projecting signs. In addition, the use of projecting signs is consistent with the City's Downtown Design Guidelines as they relate to signage in the City Centre District. Projecting signs add to the character of the downtown streetscape. A Heritage Permit Application was submitted for the proposed signage and recommended for approval by Heritage Planning staff and the Heritage Kitchener Committee. These recommendations will be forwarded to Council for final consideration and approval at the October 27, 2008 Council meeting. As a result, Heritage Planning staff have no concerns with the proposed sign variance application. Heritage Planning staff note that any proposed change to the original sign variance application may require additional review and approval by staff, the Heritage Kitchener Committee, and/or Council. The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation Planner, dated October 10, 2008, in which he advised that the applicant is proposing the sign on Frederick Street, which is a roadway under the jurisdiction of the Region of Waterloo, to encroach into the roadway by 2.4 metres. The Region of Waterloo does not permit any new encroachments into a Regional road and as a result does not support this application. Any new signage along Frederick Street must be located on private property. COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 10 OCT46ER 21, 2008 2. Submission No.: SG 2008-005 (Cont'd~ In response to the Region's comments, Ms. von Westerholt advised that this is a heritage properly and there have been extensive discussions between the tenant and the City's Heritage Planning staff about appropriate signage that will be mounted on the building. Mr. Baker advised that he has not had time to discuses this matter with the Region; however City staff has had 2 or 3 discussions with the Region on his behalf. Mr Bensason advised that Heritage Planning staff did have some discussions with the Region to determine if they would allow this sign. The Region clarified that they would not allow any encroachments on Frederick Street. Mr. Baker advised that he hopes to open this restaurant in the late winter or early spring. The Committee noted the recommendation of staff that this application be amended to have the sign project 2.2m (7.3') rather than the requested 2.6m (8.23'), and Mr. Baker agreed to this amendment. Mr. Head suggested moving the King Street sign closer to the corner of King and Frederick Streets. Mr. Baker responded that he has to keep the sign away from the fins and from the intersection. Moved by Mr. M. Hiscott Seconded by Mr. A. Head That the application of Realex X70 King) Inc. requesting permission to erect a projecting sign, on the King Street fagade to project 2.2m (7.21 `) from the wall of the building rather than the permitted 1.5m (4.92`) and to have internal illumination rather then external illumination, on Lot 1 & Part Lots 13 & 14, Plan 364, being Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-6977, 70 King Street East, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the owner shall obtain an encroachment agreement for the portion of the sign extending over City lands. 2. That the owner shall ensure that the internal illumination for the proposed sign is limited to the portion of the sign containing the words "Tap and Grill" and to the Crabby Joe character as shown on the submitted sign drawing, or to a maximum of 30 % of the total sign area, whichever is the lesser. 3. That the owner shall obtain a Sign Permit prior to erecting the sign. It is the opinion of this Committee that: 1. The variance approved in this application is minor in nature. 2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property. 3. The general intent and purpose of the Chapter 680 (SIGN) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code is being maintained on the subject property. - and further - That the application of Realex X70 King) Inc. requesting permission to erect a projecting sign, on the Frederick Street fagade, to project 2.2m X7.21') from the wall of the building rather than the permitted 1.5m (4.92'), on Lot 1 & Part Lots 13 & 14, Plan 364, being Part 3 Reference Plan 58R-6977, 70 King Street East, Kitchener, Ontario, BE REFUSED. It is the opinion of this Committee that: 1. This application is not desirable for the appropriate development of the property. Carried COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 11 OCT46ER 21, 2008 3. Submission No.: Applicant: Property location: Legal Description: Appearances: In Support: SG Zoos-ooh Kitchener Gospel Temple 9 Conway Drive Block D, Registered Plan 1197 J. Cosco M. Gallamore K. Amy Contra: None Written Submissions: None The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to replace an existing sign with a ground supported sign to have a height of 3.1 m X10.17') rather than the permitted 3m X9.84'), and permission for a ground supported sign to have an area of 12.18 sq. m. (131.1 sq. ft.) rather than the permitted 3 sq. m. (32.29 sq. ft.). The Committee considered the report of the Development and Technical Services Department, dated October 8, 2008, advising the subject properly is located at the corner of Conway Drive and River Road East and has been developed as a religious institution. The subject property is designated as Low Rise Residential in the City's Official Plan and zoned Neighbourhood Institutional Zone (I-1) in By-law 85-1. The applicant is requesting a variance from the requirements of the Sign By-law to construct a ground sign 3.1 m high with an area of 5.98m2. For properties zoned for institutional uses, the by-law states that ground-supported signs that are accessory to multiple residential or non- residential uses may have a maximum permitted height of 3.om and a maximum permitted sign area of 3.om2. The applicant has requested the variance to construct a sign that, in their opinion, is an appropriate size given the mass and overall height of the church and is in keeping with the streetscape in that area. In considering the requested variance to the City of Kitchener Sign By-law, Planning staff offer the following comments: The variance meets the intent of the Sign By-law, which is to ensure that signage does not dominate the fapade of the building (fascia signs) or streetscape of the neighbourhood (ground-supported signs). While the proposed ground-supported sign would not meet the requirements of the bylaw pertaining to height and area, it would meet its general intent. The proposed sign compliments the building in style, and its mass is proportional to that of the building and the lot size. The variance to the height of the sign is considered minor by staff; the applicant is only proposing an increase of 0.1 m from the maximum permitted height. Staff believes that the variance to the sign area can be justified because the sign at the size proposed is in keeping with the style and massing of the building that it is accessory to. As well, the design of the sign includes an area of stone finish intended to give the sign some architectural interest and compliment the building fagade. Furthermore, the sign would be located on a large parcel of land along an arterial road (River Road), adjacent to a multiple residential dwelling and not far from a commercial plaza. Finally, the sign will act as a message board for the religious institution without interrupting pedestrian or traffic visibility, as it does not encroach into any of the required setbacks, and is therefore not anticipated to negatively affect the streetscape. Therefore the proposed sign meets the intent of the Sign By-law. Staff recommends that coniferous shrubbery, similar to that utilized elsewhere on site, be planted at the base of the proposed sign. This landscaping will help soften the sign's appearance where it meets grade and further add to the streetscape, especially given the sign's proximity to the sidewalk and a transit stop. As well, staff requests that the municipal address of the property be included on the sign, sized appropriately according to the requirements of the sign by-law. The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation Planner, dated October 10, 2008, advising that they have no concerns with this application. COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 12 OCTOBER 21, 2008 3. Submission No.: SG 2008-006 (Cont'd~ Ms. Gallamore requested that the timeline to install landscaping be extended to 8 months, given the time of year. Moved by Mr. M. Hiscott Seconded by Mr. A. Head That the application of Kitchener Gospel Temple requesting permission to replace an existing sign with a ground supported sign to have a height of 3.1 m X10.17') rather than the permitted 3m X9.84'), and permission for a ground supported sign to have an area of 12.18 sq. m. (131.1 sq. ft.) rather than the permitted 3 sq. m. (32.29 sq. ft.), on Block D, Registered Plan 1197, 9 Conway Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions: 1. That the owner shall obtain a sign permit from the City of Kitchener prior to the installation of the approved sign. 2. That the owner shall include the municipal address of the property on the sign, sized as per the requirements of the sign by-law. 3. That the owner shall provide coniferous plantings, keeping with the style of the existing landscaping on the property, at the base of the sign, and that such landscaping treatment shall be included on the site plan submitted with the sign permit application for review and approval by staff. Such landscaping shall be installed within eight (8) months of approval of the variance application. No extension to the eight (8) month time limit will be given without the approval of the Supervisor of Site Plan Development. It is the opinion of this Committee that: 1. The variance approved in this application is minor in nature. 2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property. 3. The general intent and purpose of the Chapter 680 (SIGN) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code is being maintained on the subject property. Carried 4. Submission No.: SG 2008-007 Applicant: GPM Managed Investments Inc. Property Location: 100 Sportsworld Drive Legal Description: Part Lots 8 & 9, Beasley's Broken Front Concession Appearances: In Support: S. Ritchie Contra: None Written Submissions: None The Committee was advised that the applicant is requesting permission to erect 2 ground supported signs, one to be located on the King Street frontage and one to be located on the Sportsworld Drive frontage, both to have a height of 9m (29.52') rather than the permitted 7.5m (24.6'). The Committee considered the report of the Development and Technical Services Department, dated October 9, 2008, advising the subject properties are located at the Northeast intersection of King Street East and Sportsworld Drive and developed as a commercial plaza commonly known as Sportsworld Crossing. The land is designated as Planned Commercial Campus in the City's Official Plan and zoned Commercial Campus (C-8) 4498 in By-law 85-1. Commercial Campuses are defined as large concentrations of commercial and entertainment uses that are planned to function as a unit and are intended to accommodate large retail uses in a campus environment consisting of individual buildings or plaza groupings. It should be COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 13 OCTOBER 21, 2008 4. Submission No.: SG 2008-007 (Cont'd~ noted that the a zone change application for the property known as 4326 King Street East (formerly the Flooring and Flooring building) as part of the Sportsworld Crossing development has been submitted and on October 6, 2008 an amending by-law was approved by Council to allow this property to be rezoned from Arterial Commercial (C-6) to Commercial Campus (C-8) 4498 to be congruent with the balance of lands on the Sportsworld Crossing site. The applicant is requesting a sign variance for permission to locate two ground supported signs having a maximum height of 9.Om rather than the permitted 7.5m and a maximum area of 26.03m2 rather than the permitted 20m2.One sign is to be located at 4326 King Street East replacing the existing Flooring and Flooring sign, and one at 100 Sportsworld Drive where Sportsworld Drive meets Gateway Park Drive. Furthermore, permission is being requested to provide a O.Om separation between signs rather than the required 0.3m separation currently required by the sign by-law. The variance meets the intent of the Sign By-law which is to ensure that signage does not dominate the streetscape of the neighbourhood aground-supported sign). While the ground sign does not meet the specific requirements of the bylaw, it does meet its general intent. The mass of the surrounding buildings help bring these larger signs into context and they act as a message board to the businesses located within the development, without interrupting pedestrian or impeding traffic visibility. The variance is appropriate for the development and use of the land because it is compatible with the scale of the surrounding commercial developments, which have signs similar in size and design to the ones proposed. The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo Transportation Planner, dated October 10, 2008, in which they advise that they have no concerns with this application. The Committee considered the report of the Ministry of Transportation Corridor Management Officer, dated October 14, 2008, in which they advise that they have no concerns with this application and Ministry issued permits are not required. Given the report of the Ministry of Transportation, the Committee agreed not to include the second requested condition in the Development and Technical Services Department report. Moved by Mr. A. Head Seconded by Mr. M. Hiscott That the application of GPM Managed Investments Inc. requesting permission to erect 2 ground supported signs, one to be located on the King Street frontage and one to be located on the Sportsworld Drive frontage, both to have a height of 9m (29.52') rather than the permitted 7.5m (24.6'), on Part Lots 8 & 9, Beasley's Broken Front Concession, 100 Sportsworld Drive, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition: 1. That the owner shall obtain a sign permit from the City of Kitchener prior to the installation of the approved signs. It is the opinion of this Committee that: 1. The variance approved in this application is minor in nature. 2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property. 3. The general intent and purpose of the Chapter 680 (SIGN) of the City of Kitchener Municipal Code is being maintained on the subject property. Carried COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT 14 OCTOBER 21, 2008 ADJOURNMENT On motion, the meeting adjourned at 10:29 a.m. Dated at the City of Kitchener this 21 st day of October, 2008. Dianne H. Gilchrist Secretary-Treasurer Committee of Adjustment