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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDev & Tech Svcs - 2009-02-09DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 CITY OF KITCHENER The Development and Technical Services Committee met this date, commencing at 3:04 p.m. Present: Councillor C. Weylie -Chair Councillors K. Galloway, J. Smola, B. Vrbanovic and G. Lorentz Staff: C. Ladd, Chief Administrative Officer D. Chapman, General Manager, Financial Services T. Speck, General Manager, Corporate Services J. Willmer, Interim General Manager, Development and Technical Services R. Gosse, Director, Legislated Services & City Clerk M. Selling, Director of Building G. Murphy, Director, Engineering Services J. McBride, Director, Transportation Planning A. Pinard, Interim Director of Planning T. Beckett, Fire Chief F. McCrea, Assistant City Solicitor M. Petricevic, Manager, Project/Energy Management D. Ross, Manager, Development Review C. Musselman, Senior Environmental Planner B. Bateman, Senior Planner J. von Westerholt, Senior Planner B. Sloan, Senior Planner T. Boutilier, Senior Business Development Officer C. Goodeve, Committee Administrator 1. DTS-09-020 -PERMIT ONLY PARKING -GRAND RIVER BOULEVARD The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 020, dated January 22, 2009 regarding the implementation of Permit Only Parking on specific sections of Grand River Boulevard. On motion by Councillor K. Galloway - it was resolved: "That Permit Only Parking be implemented on the north side of Grand River Boulevard from the east intersection of Underhill Crescent to a point 87 metres east of the intersection of Morrison Road; and, That Permit Only Parking be implemented on the south side of Grand River Boulevard from the west intersection of Chandos Drive to a point 67 metres west of the intersection of Morrison Road; and further, That the Uniform Traffic By-law be amended accordingly." 2. DTS-09-016 -TRAFFIC CALMING REVIEW - GREENBROOK DRIVE The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 016, dated January 16, 2009 which provides an overview as to the effectiveness of the traffic calming measures install on Greenbrook Drive in the spring of 2007. Mr. J. McBride presented the report, and advised that based on the data collected, in comparison to 2005, Greenbrook Drive has experienced a decrease in both speeds and volumes. However, in the section between Birchcliff Avenue and Ruskview Road there has been a slight increase in speed, which can be attributed to the distance between traffic calming measures and the reduction in volume. Accordingly, staff are recommending the installation of an additional speed hump in that location. On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz - it was resolved: "That the existing traffic calming measures (8 speed humps and a narrowing at Birchcliff Avenue) on Greenbrook Drive from Stirling Avenue to Fischer Hallman Road remain in place; and further, DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 -19 - CITY OF KITCHENER 2. DTS-09-016 -TRAFFIC CALMING REVIEW - GREENBROOK DRIVE tCONT'D) That an additional speed hump be installed on Greenbrook Drive between Ruskview Road and Birchcliff Avenue." 3. DTS-09-017 - DEMOLITION CONTROL APLLICATION DC 0$I22IKIEB - 4503 KING STREET EAST - MCLEAN PEISTER The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 017, dated January 14, 2009 recommending approval of a Demolition Control Application for a single family dwelling at 4503 King Street East, subject to conditions. Ms. D. Ross presented the report, noting that the applicant has not proposed a timeframe for the redevelopment of the site. On motion by Councillor G. Lorentz - it was resolved: "That Demolition Control Application DC08/22/K/EB requesting permission to demolish one single detached dwelling located at 4503 King Street East, owned by McLean Peister Limited and legally described as Lot 6, Plan 698 be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1) That the Chief Building Official may authorize and issue a demolition permit under Section 33(6) of the Planning Act subject to the following condition: a) In the event that construction of anew building on the site 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, $20,000 for each dwelling unit contained in the residential properties in respect of which the demolition permit is issued and such sum shall, until the payment thereof, be a lien or charge upon the land in respect of which the permit to demolish the residential property is issued." 4. DTS-09-024 - DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 0$I23ICIAP - 452 CONNAUGHT AVENUE -ROCK BASE HOMES INC. The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 024, dated February 3, 2009, recommending conditional approval of a Demolition Control Application for a single family dwelling at 452 Connaught Avenue. Ms. D. Ross reviewed the report, noting that there has been a change to the redevelopment proposal, as the applicant is now planning to develop a 12-unit apartment building, instead of townhouses. A site plan application for the property was granted approval in principle on January 14, 2009, subject to the owner submitting a site plan which shows certain minor revisions. As a further condition of site plan approval, demolition control approval for the existing dwelling is required. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic - it was resolved: "That Demolition Control Application DC08/23/C/AP requesting permission to demolish one single detached dwelling located at 452 Connaught Street, owned by Rock Base Home Inc., legally described as Pt Lt 177, Plan 254 and described as Pt 1, Plan 58R- 14743, be approved, subject to the following conditions: 1) That the owner obtains Site Plan Approval; and, 2) That the owner obtains a building permit for the proposed multiple dwelling; and further, That 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 subject to the following condition: DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 20 - CITY OF KITCHENER 4. DTS-09-024 - DEMOLITION CONTROL APPLICATION DC 0$I23ICIAP - 452 CONNAUGHT AVENUE -ROCK BASE HOMES INC. tCONT'D) In the event that construction of the multiple dwelling 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, $20,000 for each dwelling unit contained in the residential properties in respect of which the demolition permit is issued and such sum shall, until the payment thereof, be a lien or charge upon the land in respect of which the permit to demolish the residential property is issued." 5. DTS-09-01$ - SUSTAINABLE WATERLOO -REQUEST FOR FUNDING The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 018, dated January 12, 2009, recommending financial support from the Facilities Management Energy Management account to Sustainable Waterloo. Ms. C. Musselman reviewed the report. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic - it was resolved: "That the work of Sustainable Waterloo in assisting Waterloo Region to become more environmentally sustainable be supported; and, That financial support in the amount of $2,000 from Facilities Management Energy Management account identifying Kitchener as a sustaining partner of Sustainable Waterloo be approved; and further, That any additional financial contributions from the City be reviewed annually." DTS-09-007 - DESIGN BRIEF FOR HURONISTRASBURG MIXED USE NODE - 1$45 STRASBURG ROAD - HALLMAN CONSTRUCTION The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 007, dated January 16, 2009, recommending the adoption of a Design Brief, dated November 2008 (revised January 2009), for two sites located within the Huron / Strasburg Road Mixed Use Node. Mr. B. Bateman presented the report and Mr. Paul Britton, MHBC Planning, addressed the Committee in support of the staff recommendation. Mr. B. Bateman advised that the subject lands are designated as part of a Mixed Use Node in the City's Official Plan. As a result, staff identified the need for a Design Brief prior to proceeding with the proposed development. He stated that Site 1 consists of an area of 3.52 hectares and is zoned Commercial Two (C-2). Site 2 is comprised of 1.69 hectares and is currently the subject of zone change application ZC06/28/H/BS requesting commercial zoning. A decision on that application has yet to be made and further refinement of the Design Brief may be necessary as it relates to Site 2. Mr. Bateman outlined that staff are recommending that the Director of Planning be authorized to make any further modifications to the Design Brief in consultation with the Supervisor of Site Plan Development. Councillor K. Galloway expressed concern with adopting the Design Brief while a decision was still pending on the zone change application. In addition, concerns were expressed regarding the delegation of approval authority in light of the changes that might need to be made to Site 2. She suggested that the Design Brief be accepted as received at this time, and that final consideration be given to it in conjunction with the zone change application. Mr. A. Pinard advised that the City's Official Plan requires a site specific urban design study to be completed for new developments within Mixed Use Nodes. The Design Brief is intended to give direction to the site plan process and help to shape the zoning that would eventually be implemented. He stated that this process is meant to take place ahead of the zone change to create a vision demonstrating the impact of those proposed changes. He noted that if there are any land use level changes proposed during this process, then those are required to be brought forward for Council's consideration. DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 21 - CITY OF KITCHENER 6. DTS-09-007 - DESIGN BRIEF FOR HURONISTRASBURG MIXED USE NODE - 1$45 STRASBURG ROAD - HALLMAN CONSTRUCTION tCONT'D) Mr. P. Britton spoke in agreement with the statements made by Mr. Pinard. He suggested that the Committee could adopt the aspects of the Design Brief pertaining to Site 1 and indicate that any changes with respect to Site 2 are to be brought forward for consideration with the zone change application. On motion by Councillor K. Galloway - it was resolved: "That the aspects pertaining to Site 1 [area of 3.52 hectares zoned Commercial Two (C- 2)j of the Huron / Strasburg Mixed Use Node Design Brief, dated November 2008 (revised January 2009), prepared for Hallman Construction by MacNaughton Hermsen Britton Clarkson, as attached to Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09-007, be adopted; and, That the aspects of the Huron / Strasburg Mixed Use Node Design Brief which relate to Site 2 [area of 1.69 hectares currently zoned Business Park Two (B-2)j be received; and further, That the Design Brief and design requirements be implemented through the Site Plan Approval process, with any modifications to the Design Brief and the sections pertaining to Site 2 to be considered in conjunction with zone change application ZC06/28/H/BS." 7. DTS-09-022 - URBAN DESIGN VISION STATEMENT FOR COURTHOUSE - 73-$7 FREDERICK STREET & 35-39 WEBER STREET EAST - PROVINCE OF ONTARIO -ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 022, dated January 23, 2009, recommending the adoption of the Urban Design Vision Statement for the Waterloo Region Consolidated Courthouse (WRCC) to be located at 73-87 Frederick Street and 35-39 Weber Street East. Ms. J. von Westerholt reviewed the report. She advised that as the subject lands straddle an entire City block in the core area and will result in a major redevelopment with the potential for several hundred jobs in the core, staff identified the need for a "Vision Statement" prior to the Province proceeding with this development. Councillor B. Vrbanovic stated that the Government of Ontario has set out a design objective that the Courthouse would be developed with a minimum LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver Certification. He noted that locally most municipalities strive for LEED Gold Certification. On motion, Councillor J. Smola brought the recommendation contained in report DTS-09-022 forward for consideration. At the request of Councillor B. Vrbanovic, it was agreed that the recommendation would be amended to request the Province to incorporate a minimum LEED Gold Certification into the design for the WRCC. On motion by Councillor J. Smola - it was resolved: "That the Vision Statement, dated January 2009, prepared for the Ministry of the Attorney General Branch of the Province of Ontario for the Waterloo Region Consolidated Courthouse located at 73-87 Frederick and 35-39 Weber Street East, Part of Lot 1, Registered Plan 364 and Part of Lots 5 to 7 inclusive, Registered Plan 372 attached as Appendix 'A' to Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09-022, be adopted; and, DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 22 - CITY OF KITCHENER 7. DTS-09-022 - URBAN DESIGN VISION STATEMENT FOR COURTHOUSE - 73-$7 FREDERICK STREET & 35-39 WEBER STREET EAST - PROVINCE OF ONTARIO -ATTORNEY GENERAL OFFICE tCONT'D) That the Vision Statement and design requirements be implemented through the Site Plan Approval process, with any modifications to the Visioning Statement being to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning in consultation with the Supervisor of Site Plan Development; and further, That in keeping with the standards pursued by local area municipalities, the Province of Ontario be requested to incorporate a minimum LEED Gold Certification into the design for the Waterloo Region Consolidated Courthouse." $. DTS-09-010 - UPPER BLAIR CREEK FUNCTIONAL DRAINAGE STUDY The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 010, dated February 3, 2009, recommending approval of the Upper Blair Creek (Kitchener) Functional Drainage Study (FDS), prepared by Stantec Consulting Ltd., dated February 2009. In addition, the Committee was in receipt this date of a presentation entitled "Upper Blair Creek Functional Drainage Study." Mr. G. Murphy outlined that in report DTS-09-010 the word "designation" needs to be replaced with "servicing" in the following two paragraphs: 1) 3rd paragraph of page 3 should read: In the event that consideration is given to future servicing of lands in the West Study Area of the Blair Creek watershed in accordance with applicable legislation and Provincial, Regional and City policy, an update of this Study shall be completed which shall include (but not be limited to) the requirements of Sections 5.1 and 5.2 of the FDS; and, 2) 3rd paragraph of page 12 should read: In the event that consideration is given to future servicing of lands in the West Study Area of the Blair Creek watershed in accordance with applicable legislation and Provincial, Regional and City policy, an update of this Study shall be completed which shall include (but not be limited to) the requirements of Sections 5.1 and 5.2 of the FDS. Mr. G. Murphy reviewed the circulated presentation and advised that as the respective development applications for lands within the study area are now before the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB), the final decision concerning these applications rests with the OMB and not with Council. He stated that during the OMB appeal process, staff have been meeting with proponents in a series of mediated technical sessions that were established to scope the issues that were before the Board. These sessions were utilized to review issues related to a variety of planning and engineering matters, including the Upper Blair Creek FDS; as such, the FDS was not presented for final approval until these issues were resolved. Mr. Steve Brown, Stantec Consultants, reviewed the "Key Conclusions" of the Upper Blair Creek FDS, as outlined in the circulated presentation. He advised that the conclusions of this study confirm that there is no specific impervious cover limit required for development applications within the study area. He added that the critical design requirement is that a development application meets the established targets, which will ensure that the watershed hydrologic goals will be achieved. He stated that it is being recommended that the comprehensive monitoring, maintenance, and mitigation program outlined in Section 6 of the FDS be implemented as a means of: confirming existing background characteristics; design assumptions contained therein and within future model updates; and, minimizing the potential for negative impacts on the receiving system. In response to questions, Mr. G. Murphy advised that as part of the OMB appeal, a mandated mediation process was initiated that included representation from the City, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), the Regional Municipality of Waterloo (RMOW), and landowner consultants. He stated that the outcomes from this technical committee, such as those related to maintaining the creek's water temperature, have been incorporated and serve to strength the study. Ms. F. McCrea added that the Upper Blair Creek FDS analysis provides the City, GRCA, and RMOW with the understanding and technical basis necessary to determine the suitability of the lands to accommodate future urban development. She stated that while approval of the FDS DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 23 - CITY OF KITCHENER $. DTS-09-010 - UPPER BLAIR CREEK FUNCTIONAL DRAINAGE STUDY tCONT'D) is not within the OMB's purview, the OMB needs to be satisfied that these lands can be properly serviced; which is established through the FDS. Mr. Murphy stated that due to time constraints the finalized FDS has not yet been circulated to the public; but will be made available in the near future. Ms. McCrea noted that the timing of the study's presentation has to do with the overall OMB appeal process. She stated that the appeal hearing is scheduled for April 6, 2009 and prior to that time a number of technical meetings will need to take place to facilitate further mediation of this matter. She added that approval of the FDS is the platform for moving forward with discussions and negotiating a draft recommendation prior to the hearing. Councillor B. Vrbanovic noted that any recommendation arising from the Committee this date would be considered at the February 23, 2009 Council meeting; thereby allowing time for the FDS to be reviewed by the public. Mr. Paul Britton, MHBC Planning, addressed the Committee in support of the recommendation contained in report DTS-09-010. He stated that the public have been notified of these proceedings and those who showed a prior interest in these matters have been informed of this process. He added that overall this has been a very difficult process, but he is satisfied that the Upper Blair Creek FDS has been improved as a result. At the request of Councillor B. Vrbanovic, staff were directed to post the FDS on the City's website and inform those members of the public who have shown a prior interest, that this matter will be coming forward for consideration at the February 23, 2009 Council meeting. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic - it was resolved: "That the Upper Blair Creek (Kitchener) Functional Drainage Study, prepared by Stantec Consulting Ltd., substantially in the form of the Final Report dated February 2009, be received and approved with the proviso that the Director of Engineering may approve minor revisions to the text required as a result of the resolution of the Ontario Municipal Board Appeals (Cases Numbered PL061250, PL061251 and PL070696) to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor." 9. NEW BUSINESS Councillor K. Galloway requested staff to prepare an update report on the status of the Huron Road Class Environmental Assessment from Strasburg Road to Fischer Hallman Road. This meeting recessed at 4:17 p.m. and reconvened at 6:03 p.m. with all members present except Mayor C. Zehr and Councillor J. Gazzola. 10. DTS-09-023 - KITCHENER GROWTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY - IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - DRAFT 2009-2010 - POST 2010 GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN The Committee considered Development & Technical Services Department report DTS-09-023 dated February 4, 2009, regarding the draft 2009-2010 post 2010 Growth Management Plan. Mr. A. Pinard advised that on January 26, 2009 Council approved the Kitchener Growth Management Strategy (KGMS) and as part of the strategy staff are providing a draft of the 2009- 2010 and post 2010 Growth Management Plan (GMP) for information, discussion and public input. Mr. Pianard explained that the City utilized a staging a development report to manage subdivision growth and the financing of Engineering Infrastructure. The data components of that report are now replaced and enhanced with an Annual Monitoring report and the analysis and the recommended timing of development/sub-division plans is now replaced and enhanced with a Bi-Annual Growth Management Plan. Both plans are to be prepared for consideration by Council in September, in order to meet the Capital Budget Planning process for the following year. DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 24 - CITY OF KITCHENER 10. DTS-09-023 - KITCHENER GROWTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY - IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - DRAFT 2009-2010 - POST 2010 GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN tCONT'D) Mr. Pinard explained the key improvements under the GMP is to meet intensification and green field objectives, coordinate major initiatives to prepare land, better capital budget planning, enhanced analysis, address aspects of work load/timing and provide a road map or game plan for upcoming and future development. Mr. B. Sloan then provided an overview of the GMP explaining that essentially the plan: sets out the goals; the criteria for staging of development; the 2009-2010 and post 2010 forecast for development; and, the appendices which contain the growth rated capital budget infrastructure; description of tables, overall City plan and the sub-area plans and tables. Mr. Sloan further explained that the development areas have been analysed and based on the criteria have been given a priority ranking. This ranking is then mapped and color coordinated with highest priority areas being green, the next priority being orange, the third being red stripped and the last one being red. The intent is to focus on those areas with the highest priority being green and orange, however those areas of the lower priority, the red stripped and red areas will be reviewed and a game plan established in order to prepare these areas for future development. Mr. Sloan then reviewed the recommended forecast which will be the focus by the City over the next 18 months and will involve 39 plans or parcels of land which will total approximately 7,600 new housing units. Mr. Sloan added that the number of units with pre-draft approval totals approximately 3,700 units and this does not include the Doon South Phase 2 area which is currently before the Ontario Municipal Board and would add another 1,000 units. He pointed out that the results of the board hearing with respect to the Doon South Phase 2 area may have an impact on staff resources which will in turn have an impact on the proposed forecast within the current GMP. Mr. Sloan then reviewed other 2009 initiatives that will be worked on other than the above mentioned development plans. Mr. Sloan concluded his presentation advising that through the GMP there will be enhancements to the development process through coordination of major initiatives including: the Capitol Budget and Development charges processes; comprehensive analysis; information to enhance understanding of priorities and required items for development plans; addressing the approvals and work load that follows the draft approvals of plans of subdivision; major steps toward completing communities; provision of City wide strategy when dealing with individual area growth pressures; and, linkage of priority development and monitoring report performance. Mr. A. Pinard advised that the Draft Growth Management Plan is a strategic and logical approach to development within the City and provides comprehensive analysis and information with respect to growth matters. He further advised that it is being recommended that the plan be tabled, that comments be invited from various stakeholders by February 20, 2009 and the final plan be presented at the March 2, 2009 Development & Technical Services Committee meeting. Mr. P. Britton, MHBC Planning, attended representing several developers in the City and advised that although the proposed GMP is a result of considerable work on the part of staff and is well intended, there are conflicts between the plan and some stakeholders and if not resolved over the next few months will delay some developments that are ready to proceed. Mr. Britton pointed out the Doon South Phase 1 area has not been given a high priority in the plan, yet all proprieties have been registered and have draft plan approval. As well, Phase 2 is before the Ontario Municipal Board and could be ready to proceed once a decision has been rendered. Mr. Britton suggested that staff needs to work with the stakeholders to resolve some of these conflicts, however the short deadline for comments on the plan may make this difficult to achieve. In answer to questions raised by the Committee Mr. Britton suggested there may be merit in having a task force formed that would include staff and stakeholders to deal with the issues but this would require at least an additional 2 weeks in order to work out the issues and report back to the Committee. DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 25 - CITY OF KITCHENER 10. DTS-09-023 - KITCHENER GROWTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY - IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM - DRAFT 2009-2010 - POST 2010 GROWTH MANAGEMENT PLAN tCONT'D) Mr. T. Cooke, Cooke Capital Corporation, attended representing Mattamy and Trillium Homes stating that while there is general support for the GMP there are concerns with delays of existing development plans that are ready to proceed. Mr. Cooke explained that in regard to the Mattamy Home application, they were surprised with the ranking given to the property with a start date in 2012 when in fact the application is complete, all studies have been submitted and the company is ready to start developing the site now. Mr. Cooke suggested that one responsibility of Council is to consider the economic viability of the City and to attract businesses. This particular application, which is ready to move forward, would provide a positive economic impact especially now during this current economic environment. Mr. Cooke requested consideration be made in regard to this development in light of the fact that the company has a complete application, has capacity and the financing to start immediately. Councillor K. Galloway inquired when a school would be constructed to support this particular development. Mr. Cooke replied he was unsure as to the timing for a school. Councillor B. Vrbanovic suggested that the timeline for public comments should be extended and the idea of establishing a committee or task force to work out any issues with the GMP be further explored and reported back to Council. Councillor Galloway requested that the Plan also contain a map that would indicate the areas where approved development and plans of subdivision are located. Councillor G. Lorentz asked how the plan takes into account the current economic climate and if the criteria could be adjusted to make economic demands a factor in analyzing and establishing priorities. Mr. Sloan advised that the plan is to manage growth and it is not necessarily an economic stimulus plan, however the recommendation is to work on those areas identified as a priority which will result in approximately a 5 year supply of building units. On motion by Councillor B. Vrbanovic - it was resolved: "That the DRAFT 2009-2010 and Post 2010 Growth Management Plan be received for information, discussion and public input, and returned with any necessary changes and supporting recommendations to the March 30th, 2009 Development and Technical Services Committee; and further, That staff report to the February 23, 2009 Council meeting on the practicability of convening acommittee/task force comprised of staff, developers or their representatives and other stakeholders, to meet and discuss issues with the draft Growth Management Plan with the intent to resolve the issues prior to March 30, 2009." DTS-09-006 - ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 0$I13ISIAP - 131 STRANGE STREET -174310$ ONTARIO INC. The Committee considered Development and Technical Services Department report DTS-09- 006 (A. Pinard), dated January 7, 2009, regarding the Zone Change Application for 131 Strange Street. Ms. D. Ross advised that the subject property is located on the west side of Strange Street between Glasgow Street and Victoria Street South and contains a building that was recently used for retail and warehouse purposes. The property is designated as low rise residential in the Official Plan and is zoned residential Six Zone (R-6). Ms. Ross explained the applicant is proposing to change the zoning on the subject land from residential Six Zone to residential Six Zone with special use provision to allow the property to be used as a Health Clinic subject to the commercial-residential one zone regulations and a special regulation provision to permit the minimum number of parking spaces required for a Health Clinic with regards to floor area of 438.7 sq.m to be 28 and the minimum landscaped area to be 7% of the lot area. Ms. Ross advised that staff is recommending approval of the application. DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 26 - CITY OF KITCHENER 11. DTS-09-006 - ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 0$I13ISIAP - 131 STRANGE STREET -174310$ ONTARIO INC. tCONT'D) There was no one in attendance to speak for or against the proposed zone change. On motion by Councillor J. Smola - it was resolved: "That Zone Change Application ZC08/13/S/AP, requesting a change from Residential Six Zone (R-6) to Residential Six Zone (R-6) with Special Use Provision 3800 and Special Regulation Provision 482R on lands legally described as Part Lot 493, Plan 375, as described as Part 3, Reference Plan 58R-2358 in the City of Kitchener, owned by 1743108 Ontario Limited, be approved in the form shown in the "Proposed By-law", dated November 26, 2008, attached to report DTS-09-006." 12. DTS-09-009 - OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT OP 0$l06IULT - ZONE CHANGE APPLICATION ZC 0$I24ILILT - 10 LANCASTER STREET WEST - 1279995 ONTARIO INC. The Committee considered Development & Technical Services Department report DTS-09-009 (A. Pinard), dated January 14, 2009 regarding an Official Plan Amendment and a Zone Change Application for 10 Lancaster Street West. Mr. A. Pinard advised that the subject property is located on the south east corner of Victoria Street North and Lancaster Street West and is currently designated convenience commercial and zoned convenience commercial zone (C-1 ). Mr. Pinard explained the applicant is proposing to add a special policy to the Official Plan designation and a special regulation to the Zoning in order to allow a free standing Health Clinic for dental practice with a 0.0 m setback for the front yard and the side yard abutting the street. Mr. Pinard added that staff are recommending approval of the applications. Ms. Kendra Green, GPS Group, attended representing the applicant stating that her client is in agreement with the recommendation from staff and have nothing further to add. There were no other delegations to speak for or against the application. On Motion by Councillor J. Smola - it was resolved: "That Official Plan Amendment Application OP08/06/L/LT requesting a change in designation from Convenience Commercial in the Central Frederick Secondary Plan to Convenience Commercial with a Special Policy to permit a freestanding health clinic, on lands municipally known as 10 Lancaster Street West, and legally described as Pt Lots 1 and 2, Plan 79 and Pt Lot 145, Streets and Lanes closed by By-law 230804, in the City of Kitchener, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Report DTS-09-009, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and futher, That Zone Change Application ZC08/24/ULT requesting a change from Convenience Commercial Zone (C-1) to Convenience Commercial Zone (C-1) with Special Use Provision 3830 and Special Regulation Provision 487R on the lands municipally known as 10 Lancaster Street West, and legally described as Pt Lots 1 and 2, Plan 79 and Pt Lot 145, Streets and Lanes closed by By-law 230804 in the City of Kitchener, be approved, in the form shown in the Proposed By-law attached to Report DTS-09-009, dated December 23, 2008." DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES COMMITTEE MINUTES FEBRUARY 9, 2009 - 27 - CITY OF KITCHENER 13. ADJOURNMENT On motion, the meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. C. Goodeve R. Gosse Committee Administrator Committee Administrator