HomeMy WebLinkAboutCA - 2020-02-18COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 CITY OF KITCHENER
The Committee of Adjustment met this date, commencing at 9:16 a.m.
Present: Mr. D. Cybalski - Chair
Mr. B. McColl
Ms. J. Meader
Mr. S. Hannah
Mr. M. Kidd
Officials: Ms. J. von Westerholt, Senior Planner
Mr. S. Ryder, Traffic Planning Analyst
Mr. G. Stevenson, Senior Planner
Mr. R. Kelly-Ruetz, Planner
Ms. D. Saunderson, Secretary -Treasurer
Ms. H. Dyson, Administrative Clerk
Mr. R. Parent, Region of Waterloo
Mr. M. Colley, Region of Waterloo
Mr. J. Wigglesworth, Region of Waterloo
IN CAMERA MEETING AUTHORIZATION
Moved by Mr. S. Hannah
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
"That an in -camera meeting of Committee of Adjustment be held this date for educational purposes,
as provided for in Section 239 (3.1) of the Municipal Act."
The Committee recessed at 9:18 a.m. and reconvened at 10:00 a.m. with all members present, Chaired
by Mr. D. Cybalski. Ms. J. Meader entered the meeting at this time.
MINUTES
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. S. Hannah
That the regular minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held January 21, 2020, as circulated to
the members, be accepted.
Carried
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
CONSENT APPLICATIONS
Submission Nos.: B 2020-001 to B 2020-004
Applicant: WAM Fischer -Hallman G.P. Inc.
Property Location: 1250, 1270 & 1314 Fischer Hallman Road
Legal Description: Lot 4 and Part of Lot 2, Plan 1471
Mr. S. Hannah declared a pecuniary interest with this application as he has a client that has
potential interest in the subject property. As such, he did not participate in any discussion or voting
with respect to this application and left the meeting at this time.
Appearances:
In Support: M. Campbell
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
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1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-001 to B 2020-004 (Cont'd)
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever 3 parcels of land, Lots
1 and 3 on the plan submitted with the application are intended for future development and Lot 4 is
intended to be deemed open space. The retained land, Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the
application, is also intended for future development. Permission is also being requested to grant
easements to facilitate the future development over the three severed parcels for access, servicing
and stormwater purposes. Permission will also be required to grant an easement over Lot 4 (open
space) for the purpose of stormwater management. The dimensions of the lots are approximately
proposed as follows:
B 2020-001 - Lot 1 on the plan submitted with the application (Corner of Fischer -Hallman Road and
Bleams Road)
Frontage: 74.5m
Area: 0.794 hectares
B 2020-002 - Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application
Frontage: 207.4m
Area: 3.195 hectares
B 2020-003 - Lot 3 on the plan submitted with the application (irregular in shape)
Frontage: 39.3m
Area: 1.903 hectares
B 2020-004 - Lot 4 on the plan submitted with the application
Frontage: 11.27m
Area: 0.792 hectares
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-028 dated February
12, 2020, recommending approval of these applications, subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated February 12, 2020, advising they have no objection to applications B
2020-001 to B 2020-004, subject to the following conditions:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner submit the consent review fee of $350.00 per new lot
created to the Region of Waterloo.
2. The owner enter into an agreement with the Region of Waterloo, to submit a detailed
Environmental and Stationary Noise Study prior to Site Plan Approval, and enter into a
further supplementary agreement to implement the recommendations of the noise study.
3. Notwithstanding the above -stated condition, the owner is required to enter into a
development agreement with the Region of Waterloo to include the following warning clause
in any offers to purchase and/or rental agreements:
"Purchasers/tenants are advised of the proximity of nearby commercial, retail/office
and industrial facilities, the sound from which may at times be audible."
4. That prior to final approval, the owner submit a final Stormwater Management Report for
review and approval by the Region of Waterloo.
5. That the owner provide a draft reference plan showing the requested specific easements for
access, stormwater and servicing, as well as a description of the purpose of the easements,
rights, privileges being granted, for registration, to the satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo.
6. That the Transfer Easement documents required to create the easements being approved
herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the Region, in consultation with
the City:
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1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-001 to B 2020-004 (Cont'd)
a. A clear and specific description of the purpose of the easements and of the rights and
privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms and/or conditions of any
required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto);
b. A clause/statement/wording confirming that the easements being granted shall be
maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall not be amended, released, or
otherwise dealt with without the express written consent of the City.
7. That the owner provide the Region a satisfactory Solicitor's Undertaking to register the
approved Transfer Easements and to immediately thereafter provide copies thereof to the
Region's Solicitor to be provided to the Region Solicitor.
8. That prior to final approval, as recommended in the Transportation Impact Study entitled
"Transportation Impact Study, 1250, 1270, and 1314 Fischer -Hallman Road, City of
Kitchener" authored by WSP (Apri12018) provide a functional design for the proposed
southerly access on Fischer -Hallman Road (interim traffic control signal/permanent
roundabout), to the satisfaction of the Region.
9. That prior to final approval, the owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region of
Waterloo to provide the functional design, approved cost estimate, and letter of credit all to
the satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo, for the Region of Waterloo to install the interim
traffic control signals at the southerly most access of the site to Fischer -Hallman Road, and
the dedication of the lands required from the developer to implement the traffic control signal,
free and clear of all encumbrances at no expense to the Region of Waterloo;
10. That prior to final approval, the owner shall enter into an agreement with the Region to
provide the approved Preliminary Roundabout Design, approved cost estimate, and letter
of credit, all to the satisfaction of the Region of Waterloo, to secure the funds required for
the Region of Waterloo to remove the traffic control signals at the southerly most access of
the site to Fischer -Hallman Road and install a permanent centre aligned roundabout in its
place, and the dedication of the lands required from the developer to implement the
permanent centre aligned roundabout. The Letter of Credit shall include all costs for land
acquisition by the Region (including expropriation costs) for all required lands from
properties not owned by the Developer, free and clear of all encumbrances at no expense
to the Region of Waterloo.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) dated
January 9, 2020 advising although they have no objection to these applications, they noted the
subject lands contain erosion hazard and its associated allowance as well as the allowance to a
wetland located on an adjacent property. They further advised due to the presence of the resource
features noted above, any future development proposed within GRCA regulated areas will require
prior issuance of a GRCA permit pursuant to Ontario Regulation 150/06.
Mr. M. Campbell was in attendance in support of the subject applications. He noted they have been
unable to come to a resolution with the Region of Waterloo regarding their transportation conditions
and requested the subject applications be deferred to the May 19, 2020 Committee of Adjustment
meeting, with the opportunity to reschedule to an earlier meeting pending a resolution can be
identified.
Submission Nos.: B 2020-001 to B 2020-004
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
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That the applications of WAM FISCHER-HALLMAN G.P. INC. requesting permission to sever 3
parcels of land. Lots 1 and 3 on the plan submitted with the application are intended for future
development and Lot 4 is intended to be deemed open space; and, to grant easements to facilitate
the future development over the three severed parcels for access, servicing and stormwater
purposes and an easement over Lot 4 (open space) for the purpose of stormwater management,
on Lot 4 and Part of Lot 2, Plan 1471, 1250, 1270 & 1314 Fischer Hallman Road, Kitchener, Ontario,
BE DEFERRED to the May 19, 2020 Committee of Adjustment meeting to allow additional time to
dialogue with the Region of Waterloo regarding recommended conditions of approval.
Carried
NEW BUSINESS:
MINOR VARIANCE APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission No.: A 2020-008
Applicant: Globe Studios
Property Location: 141 Whitney Place
Legal Description: Subdivision of Lot 17 & Part Lots 297, 298 & 303, German Company
Tract, beinq Parts 6 & 7 on Reference Plan 58R-2803
Appearances:
In Support: G. Hayton
J. Willis
B. DeLeo
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to allow retail sale of pottery
supplies in an existing multi -tenant industrial building, whereas the By-law does not permit general
retail sales.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-021 dated February
4, 2020 recommending approval of this application, subject to the condition outlined in the Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) dated
February 7, 2020 advising although they have no objection to this application, they noted the
subject property is adjacent to Schneider Creek and also contains the floodplain associated with
the Schneider Creek, adding this reach of floodplain has been designated as a Two -Zone
Floodplain Policy Area. They further advised due to the presence of these features, any future
development proposed within GRCA regulated areas will require prior issuance of a GRCA permit
pursuant to Ontario Regulation 150/06.
Messrs. G. Hayton and J. Willis and Ms. B. DeLeo were in attendance in support of the subject
application and staff recommendation. Mr. Hayton stated Globe Studios is a not-for-profit
organization, noting the Pottery Supply House has been a tenant of the building since it was
constructed approximately 20 years ago.
The Chair requested, and it was agreed, that the GRCA's comments be included as a condition in
the Committee's decision this date.
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Submission No.: A 2020-008 (Cont'd
Ms. J. Meader questioned if the Committee's approval this date could be specific to the unit
currently occupied by the Pottery Supply House. Mr. Hayton confirmed the Pottery Supply House
was located in Unit 24, stating he had no objection to the unit being specified in the Committee's
decision this date. Ms. J. von Westerholt stated the occupancy certificate would also specify the
business name and unit number.
Ms. J. Meader brought forward a motion to approve the subject application, including an
amendment that the proposed pottery supply sales be specific to Unit 24 of the building.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of GLOBE STUDIOS requesting permission to allow retail sale of pottery
supplies in Unit 24 of an existing multi -tenant industrial building, whereas the By-law does not
permit general retail sales, on Subdivision of Lot 17 & Part Lots 297, 298 & 303, German
Company Tract, being Parts 6 & 7 on Reference Plan 58R-2803, 141 Whitney Place, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That the owner shall apply for a Zoning/Occupancy Certificate from the Planning
department prior to June 30, 2020.
2. That the owner shall make satisfactory financial arrangements with the Grand River
Conservation Authority (GRCA) for their application plan review fee.
It is the opinion of this Committee that
The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
Mr. S. Hannah re-entered the meeting at this time.
2. Submission No.: A 2020-009
Applicant: Andrin Next Limited
Property Location: 120, 130 & 140 King Street West, 31 Young Street and 55 Duke Street
West
Legal Description: Lot 6 and Part Lots 7 & 8, Plan 362, Part Lot 7, Registered Plan 401
Appearances:
In Support: K. Muir
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a 25 -storey
residential condominium development having 0.9 off-street parking spaces/per unit rather than the
required 0.95 off-street parking spaces/per unit approved through previous Minor Variance
application A 2018-078.
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2. Submission No.: A 2020-009 (Cont'd)
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-022 dated February
7, 2020 recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. K. Muir was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation. In
response to questions, he noted the addition of 1 storey will allow for an increase of 10 dwelling
u n its.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt confirmed the building height is currently 24
storeys, noting the applicant is proposing 1 additional storey. It was noted under the new Zoning
By-law, 0 parking spaces would be required for the proposed development, so no further
justification was required for the additional parking reduction.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of ANDRIN NEXT LIMITED requesting permission to construct a 25 -storey
residential condominium development having a parking rate of 0.9 spaces/per unit rather than a
parking rate of 1 space/per unit, on Lot 6 and Part Lots 7 & 8, Plan 362, Part Lot 7, Registered
Plan 401, 120, 130 & 140 King Street West, 31 Young Street & 55 Duke Street, Kitchener,
Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
3. Submission No.: A 2020-010
Applicants: Katherine and Mark Ishay
Property Location: 25 Wellington Street North
Legal Description: Part Lot 55, Registered Plan 376
Appearances:
In Support: D. Clelland
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to convert an existing single
detached dwelling into a duplex having 1 off-street parking space rather than the required 2 off-
street parking spaces.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-023 dated February
10, 2020 recommending approval of this application.
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3. Submission No.: A 2020-010 (Cont'd)
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
Ms. D. Clelland was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff recommendation.
She stated the dwelling was converted to a duplex several years ago and the owner is requesting
legalization of the existing condition. She confirmed the photo in Report DSD -20-023 accurately
depicts the rear yard of the subject property.
Moved by Mr. M. Kidd
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of KATHARINE and MARK ISHOY requesting permission to convert an
existing single detached dwelling into a duplex having 1 off-street parking space rather than the
required 2 off-street parking spaces, on Part Lot 55, Registered Plan 376, 25 Wellington Street
North, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
Submission No.:
A 2020-011
Applicants:
Miljan and Slobodanka Sekerovic
Property Location:
23 Forfar Avenue
Legal Description:
Part Lot 3, Registered Plan 865, being Part 2 on Reference Plan
58R-20356
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Sekerovic
Contra:
None
Written Submissions:
None
The Committee was advised the applicants are requesting permission to construct a single
detached dwelling having a side yard abutting Forfar Avenue of 4.3m rather than the required 4.5m;
and, a driveway located 7m from the intersection of Forfar Avenue rather than the required setback
of 9m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-024 dated February
10, 2020 recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
Mr. M. Sekerovic was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation.
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4. Submission No.: A 2020-011 (Cont'd)
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of MILJAN and SLOBODANKA SEKEROVIC requesting permission to
construct a single detached dwelling having a side yard abutting Forfar Avenue of 4.3m rather
than the required 4.5m; and, a driveway located 7m from the intersection of Forfar Avenue rather
than the required setback of 9m, on Part Lot 3, Registered Plan 865, being Part 2 on Reference
Plan 58R-20356, 23 Forfar Ave, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
5. Submission No.: A 2020-012
Applicant: Pamata Hospitality Inc.
Property Location: 1333 Weber Street East
Legal Description: Lots 29-34, 45-50, 91, Part Lots 12-17, 43, 44, 86, 87 & 90 on
Registered Plan 322 and Part Lots 126, 141 & 173, Streets & Lanes
Appearances:
In Support: K. Barisdale
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a mixed-use
commercial residential development under Zoning By-law 85-1 in current force and effect having a
minimum off-street parking rate of 0.85 spaces/per-unit rather than the required 1 off-street parking
spaces/per-unit; 1 off-street parking space per 35 sq.m. of commercial space rather than the
required 1 off-street parking space per 27 sq. m. of commercial space; to permit residential visitor
parking to be shared with the commercial parking rather than providing 20% of all required
residential parking to be identified as visitor; and, permission under Zoning By-law 2019-051 to
have a minimum off-street parking rate of 0.85 parking spaces/per-unit rather than the required 0.9
off-street parking spaces per-unit. The existing hotel is proposed to be demolished.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-025 dated February
12, 2020 recommending approval of this application, subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
Ms. K. Barisdale was in attendance in support of the subject application and staff
recommendation. She questioned staff's proposed condition regarding the Transportation
Demand Measures (TDM) being registered on title. Mr. D. Seller stated the condition is intended
to include the TDM indicated within the agreement, outlined within the Traffic Impact Study for
the proposed development.
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5. Submission No.: A 2020-012 (Cont'd)
In response to questions regarding visitor parking, Ms. Barisdale advised the owner has received
Site Plan Approval in Principle for the plan that was included within the application. She indicated
since receiving Site Plan Approval in Principle, due to various factors related to construction the
applicant decided to move forward with the variance request, stating the Site Plan will be
modified to address the shared parking spaces. She indicated the new Zoning By-law (CroZBy)
eliminates the visitor parking requirement; however, visitors to the commercial and residential
uses will be accommodated.
Ms. J. Meader expressed concerns with the wording related to the minor variances to the new
Zoning By-law 2019-051 and the statement within the condition "should the regulations relating
to the requested variance change prior to Zoning By-law 2019-051 coming into force, this
variance shall be void." She noted if the property owner obtains a building permit prior to the
new By-law being in full force and effect and the regulations change, the status of the property
would then be legal non -conforming. She suggested, and it was agreed, that additional language
be included within the condition to state "should the regulations relating to the requested variance
change prior to Zoning By-law 2019-051 coming into force, this variance shall be void unless a
building permit was issued."
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. S. Hannah
That the application of PAMATA HOSPITALITY INC. requesting permission to construct a
mixed-use commercial residential development under Zoning By-law 85-1 in current force and
effect having a minimum off-street parking rate of 0.85 spaces/per-unit rather than the required
1 off-street parking spaces/per-unit; 1 off-street parking space per 35 sq. m. of commercial space
rather than the required 1 off-street parking space per 27 sq. m. of commercial space; to permit
residential visitor parking to be shared with the commercial parking rather than providing 20% of
all required residential parking to be designated as visitor; and, permission under Zoning By-law
2019-051 to have a minimum off-street parking rate of 0.85 parking spaces/per-unit rather than
the required 0.9 off-street parking spaces per-unit, on Lots 29-34, 45 to 50, 91, Part Lots 12-17,
43, 44, 86, 87 & 90 on Registered Plan 322 and Part Lots 126, 141 & 173, Streets & Lanes,
1333 Weber Street East, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following
conditions:
1. That the owner shall submit and obtain approval of a revision to Site Plan Application
SP19/105/W/AP, to the satisfaction of the City's Manager of Site Development and
Customer Service.
2. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the City's Director of
Transportation Services to implement certain Transportation Demand Management
(TDM) measures in accordance with the Transportation Impact Study prepared by
Paradigm Transportation Solutions Ltd., dated September 2019, which may include
entering into an agreement to be prepared by the City's Solicitor and registered on the
title of the property, at the discretion of the City's Director of Transportation Services.
3. That this approval shall apply only to the development proposed through Site Plan
Application SP19/105/W/AP.
4. That this minor variance shall become effective only at such time as Zoning By-law 2019-
051 comes into force, pursuant to section 34 (30) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P
13, as amended. At such time, the variance shall be deemed to have come into force as
of the date of this decision. Further, should the regulations relating to the requested
variance change prior to Zoning By-law 2019-051 coming into force, this variance shall
be void unless a building permit has been issued.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
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5. Submission No.: A 2020-012 (Cont'd)
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
6. Submission No.:
A 2020-013
Applicant:
Bridgeport at Lancaster
Property Location:
544 Bridgeport Road
Legal Description:
Part Lot 59, German Company Tract
Appearances:
In Support:
M. Bolen
D. Driedger
Contra:
S. & D. Geiger
M. A. Dixon
R. Homanchuk
J. Strauss
D. Beatty
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a 5 -storey mixed-
use residential/institutional building having a height of 17.4m rather than the permitted maximum
height of 13.5m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-026 dated February
10, 2020 recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
The Committee also considered written comments from neighbouring property owners dated
February 5, 2020, in opposition of the subject application.
Messrs. M. Bolen and D. Driedger were in attendance in support of the subject application and
staff recommendation.
Ms. D. Geiger and Mr. S. Geiger were in attendance in opposition to the subject application. Ms.
Geiger advised while she was not opposed to the development, she was opposed to the height
increase and questioned whether it would set a precedence for Phase 2 of the proposed
development. She stated in her opinion, the proposed 5 -storey building is not in conformity with
the adjacent properties, indicating the majority of the homes on Lang Crescent are bungalows.
She further advised there is a significant grade difference between the subject property and the
properties on Lang Crescent, which may cause an even greater impact on the enjoyment of their
backyards. Ms. Geiger stated in her opinion the requested variance is not minor in nature and
does not conform to the current Zoning and Residential Intensification in Established
Neighbourhood Study (RIENS) guidelines. She expressed further concerns related to: potential
increases in traffic with subsequent vehicle emissions; and, a decrease in their property values.
Ms. D. Beatty, Ms. M. A. Dixon and Messrs., J. Strauss and R. Homanchuk were also in
attendance in opposition of the subject application and questioned whether the Committee's
approval would extend to Phase 2 of the development. Ms. Dixon expressed concerns with:
increased population density; increased traffic; asbestos remediation; and, site stability, noting
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the subject property was previously used as a landfill. She indicated additional concerns
regarding the proposed single entrance to the development and questioned whether this may
cause traffic congestion on Lang Crescent.
The Chair noted it appeared as if the majority of the concerns raised by the neighbourhood were
related to Phase 2 of the proposed development.
Mr. M. Bolen provided some background on the subject property, advising the church
approached Menno Homes to redevelop the site as they have a number of affordable housing
projects within the Region. He indicated this project is proposed to be developed in a two-phase
approach, noting Phase 1 is the only portion of the development that is proceeding at this time.
He indicated they have met all of the applicable Zoning regulations pertaining to the subject
property, except for the height. He stated due to the housing crisis and funding approved for the
project from the Region of Waterloo, the developer wishes to construct Phase 1 imminently. Mr.
Bolen advised Menno Homes is endeavoring to be responsive to the neighbourhood concerns,
stating they held their own neighbourhood information session in hopes to address and mitigate
some of the concerns raised this date. He indicated the majority of the concerns raised by the
neighbourhood relate to Phase 2 of the development, which is not intended to proceed for
approximately 5 to 8 years. He further advised in response to concerns raised regarding
asbestos, the necessary construction mitigation reports will be completed and that issue will be
addressed at the time of construction. He stated in regards to concerns related to increased
traffic volumes, they have spoken with the Region of Waterloo and this intersection is a priority
for review related to existing traffic flows. He commented the concerns regarding soil quality will
be addressed through necessary geotechnical reports which will be utilized when finalizing the
development plans.
In response to questions, Mr. Bolen advised they had completed a shadow study, which took
into consideration Phase 2, noting as of this date the second building is proposed to be 4 -stories
in height. He further advised both buildings are intended to contain a total of 84 -units.
Ms. J. Meader commented it appeared the majority of the concerns raised this date were related
to Phase 2; however, the variance being requested this date refers to the development of Phase
1. She noted the setbacks to the properties on Lang Crescent are significant and suggested the
Committee could restrict the approval to Phase 1 of the development to provide some
assurances to the community.
In response to questions, Mr. G. Stevenson advised the proposed zoning for the subject
property, as outlined in the new Zoning By -Law (CroZBy), is unrelated to any of the Local
Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) appeals. He indicated the timeline for the new Zoning By-law
to be in full force and effect is unknown. He further advised under the new zoning, the applicant
would be permitted to consider an 8 -storey building with a maximum height of 25m.
The Chair suggested, and it was agreed, that the Committee's approval this date would be
restricted to Phase 1 of the proposed development.
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. S. Hannah
That the application of BRIDGEPORT AT LANCASTER requesting permission to construct a 5 -
storey mixed-use residential institutional building having a height of 17.4m rather than the
permitted maximum height of 13.5m, on Part Lot 59, German Company Tract, 544 Bridgeport
Road, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following condition:
1. That approval of Minor Variance Application A 2020-013 shall be restricted to Phase 1,
being the proposed 5 -storey building abutting Bridgeport Road.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property
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FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -33- CITY OF KITCHENER
6. Submission No.: A 2020-013 (Cont'd)
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
Submission No.:
A 2020-014
Applicant:
William Zinger
Property Location:
2121 Hidden Valley Crescent
Legal Description:
Lot 9, Registered Plan 1741
Appearances:
In Support:
T. Hearn
E. Jackman
Contra:
None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to construct a cabana in the
rear yard of a single detached dwelling having a maximum height of the underside of the fascia of
3.6m rather than the permitted maximum underside of the fascia of 3m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-027 dated February
10, 2020 recommending approval of this application.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with this application.
Messrs. T. Hearn and E. Jackman were in attendance in support of the subject application and
staff recommendation.
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Mr. M. Kidd
That the application of WILLIAM ZINGER requesting permission to construct an accessory
building in the rear yard of a single detached dwelling having a maximum height of the underside
of the fascia of 3.6m rather than the maximum permitted height of 3m, on Lot 9, Registered Plan
1741, 2121 Hidden Valley Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
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CONSENT APPLICATIONS
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-005 & B 2020-006
Applicant: Dragoslov Kovacevic
Property Location: 826 Frederick Street
Legal Description: Part Lot 11, Plan 971
Appearances:
In Support: S. Patterson
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever 2 parcels of land and
retain 1 parcel containing townhouse dwellings so each lot can be dealt with separately. The
dimensions of the lots are approximately proposed as follows:
B 2020-005 — Severed Lot 1 on the plan submitted with the application
Width: 7.29m
Depth: 27.334m
Area: 199.7 sq.m.
B 2020-006 - Severed Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application
Width: 12.522m
Depth: 27.553m
Area: 346.3 sq.m.
Permission is also being requested to grant an easement at the rear of the subject property in
favour of the retained lands identified as Severed Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application
having a width on Turner Avenue of 0.9m and a depth of 12.519m for the purpose of access.
Retained Land
Width: 5.792m
Depth: 27.456m
Area: 158.9 sq.m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-029 dated February
10, 2020, recommending approval of these applications, subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated February 7, 2019, advising they have no objection to these applications
subject to the following conditions:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit the Regional consent review fee of
$350.00 per new lot created.
2. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant enter into an agreement with the City of
Kitchener for all units on the severed and retained lands to implement the required noise
mitigation and warning clauses in all agreements of Offers of Purchase and Sale,
lease/rental agreements:
i. The owner hereby agrees that all dwellings on the severed and the retained lots will be
constructed as per recommendations of the noise report entitled "Road and Rail Traffic
Noise Impact Study 826 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario" dated June 09 as
prepared by GHD Limited.:
ii. All dwelling units will be installed with forced air ventilation systems; suitably designed
and installed with a central air conditioning systems. The location, installation and
sound rating of the air conditioning device should comply with NPC -216, Residential
Air Conditioning Devices.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -35- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-005 & B 2020-006 (Cont'd)
iii. "Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing road and rail traffic
may occasionally interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as the sound
levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo Municipality and the
Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)."
iv. "This dwelling unit has been supplied with a central air conditioning system which will
allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the interior
sound levels are within the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo Municipality
and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)."
V. That building components used in construction for all units on the severed and retained
lands be in compliance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC).
vi. That the windows and doors used in the construction of the east fapade (along
Frederick Street) on the severed and retained lands have a minimum STC rating of 31.
vii. That the windows and doors used in the construction of the north and south fapade
(along Turner Avenue) on the severed lands have a minimum STC rating of 30.
Mr. S. Patterson was in attendance in support of the subject applications and staff
recommendations. It was noted the staff recommendation contained a clerical error related to
Application B 2020-006. Ms. D. Saunderson advised the condition related to providing a solicitor's
undertaking would be updated to reflect the standard wording for that condition.
Submission No.: B 2020-005
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of DRAGOSLAV KOVACEVIC requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as Severed Lot 1 on the plan submitted with the application having a width of
7.29m, a depth of 27.334m and an area of 199.7 sq. m., on Part Lot 11, Plan 971, 826 Frederick
Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify there are
no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue
Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format,
as well as two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City's Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener for all units on the
severed and retained lands to implement the required noise mitigation and warning
clauses in all agreements of Offers of Purchase and Sale, lease/rental agreements:
a. The owner shall hereby agree that all dwellings on the severed and the retained
lots will be constructed as per recommendations of the noise report entitled "Road
and Rail Traffic Noise Impact Study 826 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario" dated
June 9, 2016 as prepared by GHD Limited
b. All dwelling units will be installed with forced air ventilation systems; suitably
designed and installed with a central air conditioning systems. The location,
installation and sound rating of the air conditioning device should comply with
NPC -216, Residential Air Conditioning Devices.
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -36- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-005 & B 2020-006 (Cont'd)
C. "Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing road and rail
traffic may occasionally interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as
the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo
Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)."
d. "This dwelling unit has been supplied with a central air conditioning system which
will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the
interior sound levels are within the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo
Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)."
e. That building components used in construction for all units on the severed and
retained lands be in compliance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC).
f. That the windows and doors used in the construction of the east fapade (along
Frederick Street) on the severed and retained lands have a minimum STC rating
of 31.
g. That the windows and doors used in the construction of the north and south fapade
(along Turner Avenue) on the severed lands have a minimum STC rating of 30.
4. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee
shall lapse two years from the date of approval, being February 18, 2022.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2020-006
Moved by Mr. B. McColl
Seconded by Ms. J. Meader
That the application of DRAGOSLAV KOVACEVIC requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as Severed Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application having a corner lot
width of 12.522m, a depth of 27.553m and an area of 346.3 sq.m.; and, permission to grant an
easement having a width on Turner Avenue of 0.9m and a depth of 12.519m for access purposes
in favour of the retained lands on the plans submitted with the application, on Part Lot 11, Plan
971, being Part 10 on Reference Plan 58R-18975, 826 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario, BE
APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18. 2020 -37- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-005 & B 2020-006 (Cont'd)
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify there are
no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue
Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format,
as well as two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City's Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener for all units on the
severed and retained lands to implement the required noise mitigation and warning
clauses in all agreements of Offers of Purchase and Sale, lease/rental agreements:
a. The owner shall hereby agree that all dwellings on the severed and the retained
lots will be constructed as per recommendations of the noise report entitled "Road
and Rail Traffic Noise Impact Study 826 Frederick Street, Kitchener, Ontario" dated
June 9, 2016 as prepared by GHD Limited.
b. All dwelling units will be installed with forced air ventilation systems; suitably
designed and installed with a central air conditioning systems. The location,
installation and sound rating of the air conditioning device should comply with
NPC -216, Residential Air Conditioning Devices.
C. "Purchasers/tenants are advised that sound levels due to increasing road and rail
traffic may occasionally interfere with some activities of the dwelling occupants as
the sound levels exceed the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo
Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)."
d. "This dwelling unit has been supplied with a central air conditioning system which
will allow windows and exterior doors to remain closed, thereby ensuring that the
interior sound levels are within the sound level limits of the Region of Waterloo
Municipality and the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks (MECP)."
e. That building components used in construction for all units on the severed and
retained lands be in compliance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC).
f. That the windows and doors used in the construction of the east fapade (along
Frederick Street) on the severed and retained lands have a minimum STC rating
of 31.
g. That the windows and doors used in the construction of the north and south fapade
(along Turner Avenue) on the severed lands have a minimum STC rating of 30.
4. That the owner shall make satisfactory arrangements with the Director of Engineering for
payment towards future sidewalk installation along the Turner Avenue (27.76 linear
metres), at a rate of $129 per square metre.
5. That the owner shall ensure the Transfer Easement document required to create the
Easement being approved herein shall include the following and shall be approved by the
City Solicitor in consultation with the City's Director of Planning:
a. A clear and specific description of the purpose of the Easement and of the rights
and privileges being granted therein (including detailed terms and/or conditions of
any required maintenance, liability and/or cost sharing provisions related thereto);
b. A clause/statement/wording confirming that the Easement being granted shall be
maintained and registered on title in perpetuity and shall not be amended, released
or otherwise dealt with without the express written consent of the City.
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -38- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-005 & B 2020-006 (Cont'd)
6. That the owner shall ensure a satisfactory Solicitor's Undertaking is provided to register
the approved Transfer Easement and to immediately thereafter provide copies to the City
Solicitor.
7. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee
shall lapse two years from the date of approval, being February 18, 2022.
Carried
COMBINED APPLICATIONS:
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018
Applicant: MB Future Homes Ltd.
Property Location: 28 Burgetz Ave
Legal Description: Part Lot 4, Plan 589
Appearances:
In Support: M. Prebreza
B. Droyasha
Contra: None
Written Submissions: None
The Committee was advised the applicant is requesting permission to sever 3 parcels of land and
retain 1 parcel intended for residential development of semi-detached dwellings so each parcel can
be dealt with separately. The parcel subject to the requested provisional consent was identified as
the retained land from Consent Application B 2019-020. Permission will also be required for minor
variances for all four parcels to facilitate the development. The dimensions of the lots are
approximately proposed as follows:
B 2020-007 & A 2020-015 - Lot 1 on the olan submitted with the aoolication
Width: 6.99m
Depth: 28.59m
Area: 210 sq. m.
Minor Variances are also being requested for Lot 1 to permit a lot width of 6.99m rather than the
required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 210 sq.m. rather than the required 235 sq.m.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -39- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
B 2020-008 & A 2020-016 - Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application
Width: 6.99m
Depth: 28.59m
Area: 197 sq.m.
Minor Variances are also being requested for Lot 2 to permit a lot width of 6.99m rather than the
required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 197 sq.m. rather than the required 235 sq.m.
B 2020-009 & A 2020-017 - Lot 3 on the plan submitted with the application
Width: 6.87m
Depth: 28.59m
Area: 203 sq.m.
Minor Variances are also being requested for Lot 3 to permit a lot width of 6.87m rather than the
required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 203 sq.m. rather than the required 235 sq.m.
Retained Land & A 2020-018 - Lot 4 on the plan submitted with the application
Width: 6.61 m
Depth: 28.59m
Area: 199 sq.m.
Minor Variances are also being requested for the retained land to permit a lot width of 6.61 m rather
than the required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 199 sq.m. rather than the required 235 sq. m.
The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD -20-030 dated February
10, 2020, recommending approval of these applications, subject to the conditions outlined in the
Report.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Planning, Development and
Legislative Services dated February 7, 2020, advising they have no objection to applications B
2020-007 to B 2020-009, subject to the following condition:
1. That prior to final approval, the owner/applicant submit the Regional consent review fee of
$350.00 per new lot created.
The Committee considered the report of the Region of Waterloo, Transportation Planner, dated
January 29, 2020 advising they have no concerns with applications A 2020-015 to A 2020-018.
The Chair noted the condition from the Region of Waterloo and requested it be included in the
Committee's decision this date.
Messrs. M. Prebreza and B. Droyasha were in attendance in support of the subject applications
and staff recommendations.
In response to questions, Ms. J. von Westerholt advised in some instances it may be a preferred
option to apply for a severance following the foundation construction for a semi-detached dwelling
as it can mitigate associated risk. She advised severance can be requested prior to construction
and the applicant is aware of the risks.
Submission No.: B 2020-007
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as Severed Lot 1 on the plan submitted with the application having a width of
6.89m, a depth of 28.59m and an area of 201.7 sq.m., on Part Lot 4, Plan 589, 28 Burgetz
Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -40- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
1. That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify there are
no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue
Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format,
as well as two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City's Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall receive approval of the draft reference plan, from the City's Director
of Planning.
4. That Minor Variance Applications A 2020-015, A 2020-016, A 2020-017 and A 2020-018
shall receive final approval.
5. That Consent Applications B 2020-007, B 2020-008 and B 2020-009 must all be finally
approved. The owner shall agree that all the above noted consents must be included on
the same reference plan, and that the reference plan and draft transfer must be submitted
for approval by the City's Solicitor prior to endorsement of the deed(s).
6. That the owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication equal in the amount of $11,635.70.
7. That the owner shall provide a Servicing Plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services for the severed
and retained lands.
8. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Director
of Engineering Services, for the installation of all new service connections and the
removal of redundant services to the severed lands and retained lands.
9. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As -Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together with
a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading, Servicing
etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the satisfaction
of the City's Director of Engineering Services for the retained lands.
10. That the owner shall make arrangements, financial or otherwise, for the relocation of any
existing City -owned street furniture, signs, hydrants, utility poles, wires or lines, as
required, to the satisfaction of the appropriate City department.
11. That the owner shall make arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Director of
Engineering Services for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping,
closure of the redundant driveway ramp on the retained lands and installation of a new
driveway ramp on the severed lands.
12. That the owner shall provide confirmation that the basement elevation of the house can
be drained by gravity to the street sewers, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services. Where this cannot be achieved, the owner is required to pump the sewage via
a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line
to the street, at the cost of the owner.
13. That the owner shall receive approval of the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) dated
March 2018 and the Conservation Plan dated July 2018 and prepared by MHBC Planning
Limited, for 28 Burgetz Avenue, from the City's Director of Planning.
14. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title of the parcel containing the log house, which shall
include the following:
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FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -41- CITY OF KITCHENER
Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
That following the completion of building renovations contemplated under Building
Permit 19-101721, the owner shall agree that the property containing the log house
be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
15. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 which shall include the
following:
"That prior to any grading, tree removal, or the application for or issuance of a
building permit, the owner shall submit a Tree Preservation Plan in accordance
with the City's Tree Management Policy. Such plans shall include, among other
matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, landscaped
area and vegetation to be preserved and must be prepared by qualified
consultants, to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Planning. The owner further
agrees to implement the approved plans. No changes to the plans shall be granted
except with the prior approval of the City's Director of Planning."
16. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee
shall lapse two years from the date of approval, being February 18, 2022.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2020-008
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as Severed Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application having a width of
6.99m, a depth of 28.59m and an area of 202.4 sq.m., on Part Lot 4, Plan 589, 28 Burgetz
Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify there are
no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue
Division.
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FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -42- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format,
as well as two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City's Mapping Technologist.
3. That the owner shall receive approval of the draft reference plan, from the City's Director
of Planning.
4. That Minor Variance Applications A 2020-015, A 2020-016, A 2020-017 and A 2020-018
shall receive final approval.
5. That Consent Applications B 2020-007, B 2020-008 and B 2020-009 must all be finally
approved. The owner shall agree that all the above noted consents must be included on
the same reference plan, and that the reference plan and draft transfer must be submitted
for approval by the City's Solicitor prior to endorsement of the deed(s).
6. That the owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication equal in the amount of $11,635.70.
7. That the owner shall provide a Servicing Plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services for the severed
and retained lands.
8. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Director
of Engineering Services, for the installation of all new service connections and the
removal of redundant services to the severed lands and retained lands.
9. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As -Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together with
a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading, Servicing
etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the satisfaction
of the City's Director of Engineering Services for the retained lands.
10. That the owner shall make arrangements, financial or otherwise, for the relocation of any
existing City -owned street furniture, signs, hydrants, utility poles, wires or lines, as
required, to the satisfaction of the appropriate City department.
11. That the owner shall make arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Director of
Engineering Services for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping,
closure of the redundant driveway ramp on the retained lands and installation of a new
driveway ramp on the severed lands.
12. That the owner shall provide confirmation that the basement elevation of the house can
be drained by gravity to the street sewers, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services. Where this cannot be achieved, the owner is required to pump the sewage via
a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line
to the street, at the cost of the owner.
13. That the owner shall receive approval of the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) dated
March 2018 and the Conservation Plan dated July 2018, prepared by MHBC Planning
Limited for 28 Burgetz Avenue, from the City's Director of Planning.
14. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title of the parcel containing the log house, which shall
include the following:
That following the completion of building renovations contemplated under Building
Permit 19-101721, the owner shall agree that the property containing the log house
be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -43- CITY OF KITCHENER
Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
15. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 which shall include the
following:
"That prior to any grading, tree removal, or the application for or issuance of a
building permit, the owner shall submit a Tree Preservation Plan in accordance
with the City's Tree Management Policy. Such plans shall include, among other
matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, landscaped
area and vegetation to be preserved and must be prepared by qualified
consultants, to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Planning. The owner further
agrees to implement the approved plans. No changes to the plans shall be granted
except with the prior approval of the City's Director of Planning."
16. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee
shall lapse two years from the date of approval, being February 18, 2022.
Carried
Submission No.: B 2020-009
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD requesting permission to sever a parcel of
land identified as Severed Lot 3 on the plan submitted with the application having a width of
6.87m, a depth of 28.59m and an area of 197 sq.m., on Part Lot 4, Plan 589, 28 Burgetz Avenue,
Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED, subject to the following conditions:
That the owner shall obtain a tax certificate from the City of Kitchener to verify there are
no outstanding taxes on the subject property to the satisfaction of the City's Revenue
Division.
2. That the owner shall provide a digital file of the deposited reference plan(s) prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor in PDF and either .dwg (AutoCad) or .dgn (Microstation) format,
as well as two full sized paper copies of the plan(s). The digital file needs to be submitted
according to the City of Kitchener's Digital Submission Standards to the satisfaction of
the City's Mapping Technologist.
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -44- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
3. That the owner shall receive approval of the draft reference plan, from the City's Director
of Planning.
4. That Minor Variance Applications A 2020-015, A 2020-016, A 2020-017 and A 2020-018
shall receive final approval.
5. That Consent Applications B 2020-007, B 2020-008 and B 2020-009 must all be finally
approved. The owner shall agree that all the above noted consents must be included on
the same reference plan, and that the reference plan and draft transfer must be submitted
for approval by the City's Solicitor prior to endorsement of the deed(s).
6. That the owner shall pay to the City of Kitchener a cash -in -lieu contribution for park
dedication equal in the amount of $11,635.70.
7. That the owner shall provide a Servicing Plan showing outlets to the municipal servicing
system to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Engineering Services for the severed
and retained lands.
8. That the owner shall make financial arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Director
of Engineering Services, for the installation of all new service connections and the
removal of redundant services to the severed lands and retained lands.
9. That the owner shall submit a complete Development and Reconstruction As -Recorded
Tracking Form (as per the Public Sector Accounting Board (PSAB) S. 3150) together with
a digital submission of all AutoCAD drawings required for the site (Grading, Servicing
etc.) with the corresponding correct layer names and numbering system to the satisfaction
of the City's Director of Engineering Services for the retained lands.
10. That the owner shall make arrangements, financial or otherwise, for the relocation of any
existing City -owned street furniture, signs, hydrants, utility poles, wires or lines, as
required, to the satisfaction of the appropriate City department.
11. That the owner shall make arrangements to the satisfaction of the City's Director of
Engineering Services for the installation, to City standards, of boulevard landscaping,
closure of the redundant driveway ramp on the retained lands and installation of a new
driveway ramp on the severed lands.
12. That the owner shall provide confirmation that the basement elevation of the house can
be drained by gravity to the street sewers, to the satisfaction of the Director of Engineering
Services. Where this cannot be achieved, the owner is required to pump the sewage via
a pump and forcemain to the property line and have a gravity sewer from the property line
to the street, at the cost of the owner.
13. That the owner shall receive approval of the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA) dated
March 2018 and the Conservation Plan dated July 2018, prepared by MHBC Planning
Limited for 28 Burgetz Avenue, from the City's Director of Planning.
14. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title of the parcel containing the log house, which shall
include the following:
a. That following the completion of building renovations contemplated under Building
Permit 19-101721, the owner shall agree that the property containing the log house
be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
15. That the owner shall enter into an agreement with the City of Kitchener to be prepared by
the City Solicitor and registered on title of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 which shall include the
following:
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -45- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
"That prior to any grading, tree removal, or the application for or issuance of a
building permit, the owner shall submit a Tree Preservation Plan in accordance
with the City's Tree Management Policy. Such plans shall include, among other
matters, the identification of a proposed building envelope/work zone, landscaped
area and vegetation to be preserved and must be prepared by qualified
consultants, to the satisfaction of the City's Director of Planning. The owner further
agrees to implement the approved plans. No changes to the plans shall be granted
except with the prior approval of the City's Director of Planning."
16. That the owner shall submit the Consent Application Review Fee of $350.00 to the Region
of Waterloo.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. A plan of subdivision is not necessary for the proper and orderly development of the
municipality.
2. The requirements of the Zoning By-law are being maintained on the severed lands and the
retained lands.
3. The use of the land in the application conforms to the City of Kitchener Municipal Plan and
the Regional Official Policies Plan.
Pursuant to Section 53 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Pursuant to Subsection 41 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the applicant shall fulfil the above -
noted conditions within one year of the date of giving notice of this decision.
Pursuant to Subsection 43 of Section 53 of the Planning Act, the decision of this Committee
shall lapse two years from the date of approval, being February 18, 2022.
Carried
Submission No.: A 2020-015
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of WILLIAM ZINGER requesting permission to construct an accessory
building in the rear yard of a single detached dwelling having a maximum height of the underside
of the fascia of 3.6m rather than the maximum permitted height of 3m, on Lot 9, Registered Plan
1741, 2121 Hidden Valley Crescent, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variance requested in this application is minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -46- CITY OF KITCHENER
1. Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
Submission No.: A 2020-016
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD requesting permission for the parcel of land
identified as Severed Lot 2 on the plan submitted with the application to have a lot width of 6.99m
rather than the required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 202.4 sq. m. rather than the required 235 sq.m.on
Part Lot 4, Plan 589, 28 Burgetz Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
Submission No.: A 2020-017
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD requesting permission for the parcel of land
identified as Severed Lot 3 on the plan submitted with the application to have a lot width of 6.87m
rather than the required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 197 sq. m. rather than the required 235 sq.m.on
Part Lot 4, Plan 589, 28 Burgetz Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
Submission No.: A 2020-018
Moved by Ms. J. Meader
Seconded by Mr. B. McColl
That the application of MB FUTURE HOMES LTD requesting permission for the parcel of land
identified as Lot 4 on the plan submitted with the application (retained land) to have a lot width
of 6.71m rather than the required 7.5m; and, a lot area of 207.8 sq.m. rather than the required
235 sq.m., on Part Lot 4, Plan 589, 28 Burgetz Avenue, Kitchener, Ontario, BE APPROVED.
COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT MINUTES
FEBRUARY 18, 2020 -47- CITY OF KITCHENER
Submission Nos.: B 2020-007 to B 2020-009 & A 2020-015 to A 2020-018 (Cont'd)
It is the opinion of this Committee that:
1. The variances requested in this application are minor.
2. This application is desirable for the appropriate development of the property.
3. The general intent and purpose of the City of Kitchener Zoning By -Law and Official Plan
is being maintained on the subject property.
Pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act, all oral and written submissions were considered
and taken into account as part of the Committee's decision-making process with respect to the
subject application. For more information please review the meeting minutes, which are available
on the City's website at www.kitcener.ca
Carried
ADJOURNMENT
On motion, the meeting adjourned at 11:02 a.m.
Dated at the City of Kitchener this 18th day of February, 2020.
Dianna Saunderson
Secretary -Treasurer
Committee of Adjustment