The Decision Document and Decision Summary are for preliminary reference purposes only.  Please refer to the Minutes for the official record.

 

How to Read the Decision Document:

• recommendations of the Community Council to City Council appear after the item heading;
• action taken by the Community Council on items that are "delegated" (Community Council makes final decision) are so noted;
• actiontaken by the Committee on its own authority does not require Council’s approval and is listed in the decision document under the heading "Decision Advice and Other Information".

 

How to Read the Decision Summary (published after City Council meeting)

• decisions of City Council or the Community Council (where final decision-making authority has been delegated) appear after the item heading;
• actiontaken by the Community Council on its own authority does not require Council’s approval and is listed in the decision document under the heading "Decision Advice and Other Information".

 

Declarations of Interest, if any, appear at the end of an item.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the Zoning By-law for the property at 60-70 Esther Lorrie Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the Final Report (April 28, 2009) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, subject to the following amendments contained in the Supplementary Report (June 8, 2009) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District:

 

a.         Amend clause 5 to substitute the figure 37,800 square metres for the figure 39,300 square metres where it appears in the second line;

 

b.         Amend clause 6 to substitute the figure 1.41 times the area of the Lands for the figure 1.47 times the area of the Lands where it appears in the first line;

 

c.         Amend the by-law to append the revised Schedules B and B2 (Building height) appended to this report;

 

d.         Amend Clause 15, Section 1 to read:

 

“Prior to the issuance of the first above ground building permit (excluding sales office), the owner shall be required to provide adequate funding, satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, and the Director of Development Engineering and at no cost to the City to install 2 public transit shelters at Toronto Transit Commission stops in the area.”;

 

e.         Amend Clause 15 to delete Sub-sections 1.1 through 1.3 where they appear in Section 1;

 

f.          Amend the by-law to add a new clause 16 as follows:

 

“Prior to the issuance of the first above ground building permit (excluding sales office), the owner shall be required to make arrangements satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to provide funds  in the amount of $150,000 for improvements to Sunnydale Acres Park.”; and

 

g.         Amend Section 2 clause (ii) to read:

 

“new amenity upgrades including the provision of a 180 square metre indoor meeting room within the proposed building for the exclusive use of residents of the existing buildings.”

 

2.         City Council approve the allocation of additional funds in the Section 37 Agreement from the developer to the Rexdale Library in the amount of $15,000 for a new fire alarm system and an improved card access security system.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

4.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the applicant/owner to:

 

a.         Provide a detailed engineering drawing sealed and signed by a Professional Engineer, on City Title Block at a scale of 1:200 and a detailed cost estimate for a 15 metre eastbound auxiliary left turn storage lane with a 15 metre taper at the west approach to the Esther Lorrie Drive/Kipling Avenue intersection; and

 

b.         Enter into a Section 37 Agreement of the Planning Act to secure community benefits outlined in Attachment 6.

 

Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 14, 2009 which was continued on June 9, 2009.

This application was made on or after January 1, 2007 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes an additional 13-storey, 251-unit condominium apartment building adjacent to Kipling Avenue at Esther Lorrie Drive. The two existing 7-storey, 194-unit, rental apartment buildings, municipally known as 60 and 70 Esther Lorrie Drive, will be upgraded.  Following construction, the site would contain a total of 445 units.

 

The project implements Official Plan policies which permit compatible infill development on Apartment Neighbourhood sites in a manner consistent with development criteria set out in the Plan taking into consideration the site’s local context.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

Councillor Ford convened a meeting among the residents, the applicant and City staff to discuss a possible resolution.  This report recommends amendments to the proposed by-law and Section 37 provisions in the event that Council wishes to implement the option discussed with the community.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Tidemore Avenue.

The purpose of this report is to provide the results of a Traffic Control Signal Warrant study at the intersection of Rexdale Boulevard and Tidemore Avenue, further to a meeting that staff attended with Councillor Rob Ford, Ward 2, Etobicoke North and representatives of area businesses. As the warrant requirements are not achieved, the installation of traffic control signals is not recommended at this time.

 

Should amendments be made to the recommendations contained within this report, City Council approval will be required.  TTC staff has been advised of this issue.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the application for an exemption from Chapter 447, Fences, of the Toronto Municipal Code, to construct a solid board wood fence in the front yard at 12 Grenview Boulevard North, measuring 2.49 metres in height commencing at the street line approximately 2.95 metres from the back face of the sidewalk, along the south property line.

This report is in response to an application by the owner of the property to construct a solid board wood fence, located in the front yard of the property at 12 Grenview Boulevard North.  The proposed height of the fence is 2.49 metres. 

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred consideration of the report (June 8, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official on the request for a sign variance at 10 Wickman Road, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Adam Kelly of Kramer Design Associates, on behalf of Astral Media and the property owners, 2167661 Ontario Limited.  The request is to permit to alter the existing v-shaped third-party ground sign by replacing the static display face areas with new digital display video faces consisting of Light Emitting Diodes (LED) located at 10 Wickman Rd and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Deferred consideration of the report (May 22, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official on a sign variance at 44 Zorra street, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Rick Taddeo of Supersign Lambda Inc., on behalf of 1127792 Ontario Ltd., the property owners.  The request is to allow an existing double face illuminated third-party ground sign to remain at 44 Zorra Street and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred consideration of the report (June 8, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official on a sign variance at 1635 The Queensway, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Patrick Grace, on behalf of Ontario Realty Corporation, the property owners.  The request is to permit installation of one third-party ground sign containing LED digital face located at 1635 The Queensway and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred consideration of the report (May 22, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official on a sign variance at 1631-1633 The Queensway, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of 1631- 1633 The Queensway Corporation, the property owners.  The request is to permit installation of one single face illuminated third-party trivision ground sign located at 1631-1633 The Queensway and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved a variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, to permit the installation of a v-shaped ground sign at 29 Algie Avenue, of the size, height and location as applied for and noted in the report (June 8, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official, subject to:

 

a.         the removal of all “LED” digital displays and third-party advertising components as applied for;.

 

b.         a restriction that the sign be limited to first-party advertising on both sign facias; and

 

c.         any annual licensing fees as required, including those fees as may be required under the new City-wide harmonized Sign By-law.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Solomon Misghina of OOH Vision Inc, on behalf of Mandeep Sandhu, 2159322 Ontario Inc., the property owners.  The request is to permit installation of one third-party v-shaped ground sign containing LED digital displays located at 29 Algie Avenue and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the request for variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, to permit installation of one v-shaped illuminated third-party trivision ground sign at 200 Evans Avenue and within 400 metres of the limit of the F.G. Gardiner Expressway, subject to:

 

a.         any annual licensing fees as required, including those fees as may be required under the new City-wide harmonized Sign By-law.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Sid Catalino of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of 2161595 Ontario Inc., F.R. Daniels Holding Ltd., the primary property owners.  The request is to permit installation of one v-shaped illuminated third-party trivision ground sign located at 200 Evans Avenue and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, to allow an existing double face illuminated third-party ground sign to remain at 660 Evans Avenue and within 400 metres of the limit of the F.G. Gardiner Expressway, subject to:

 

a.         any annual licensing fees as required, including those fees as may be required under the new City-wide harmonized Sign By-law.

 

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Rick Taddeo of Supersign Polaris Inc., on behalf of 660 Evans Ave. Limited, the property owners.  The request is to allow an existing double face illuminated third-party ground sign to remain at 660 Evans Avenue and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, to allow an existing double face illuminated third-party ground sign to remain at 16 Arnold Street and within 400 metres of the limit of the F.G. Gardiner Expressway, subject to:

 

a.         any annual licensing fees as required, including those fees as may be required under the new City-wide harmonized Sign By-law.

 

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Rick Taddeo of Supersign Zeta Inc., on behalf of Calssada 2000 Holdings Inc., the property owners.  The request is to allow an existing double face illuminated third-party ground sign to remain at

16 Arnold Street and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, for 2 Wickman Road, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.         Both faces of the existing billboard to be converted to digital with static images, as the only permitted uses.

 

b.         The static images will be allowed to change every 5 to 10 seconds.

 

c.         Video, scrolling, full motion or animation will not be permitted uses, only static digital images be permitted.

 

d.         This technology shall allow for the digital board to automatically adjust itself to control any ambient light levels.

 

e.         Time be provided for the City of Toronto and/or the immediate community, to use for community messages, Amber Alerts, etc.

 

f.          The operator shall provide the City of Toronto with a Letter of Credit in the amount of $5,000.00 to be held and only used by the City, in the event the digital board is not compliant with the conditions of this approval.

 

g.         Payment of any annual licensing fees as required, including those fees as may be required under the new City-wide harmonized sign By-law.

Toronto Building received a Request for Approval of a Variance from Article I of Chapter 693, Signs, of the Toronto Municipal Code, from Mr. Sid Catalino of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of CP Systems, the property owners.  The request is to permit to alter the existing v-shaped third-party ground sign by replacing the static display face areas with new digital display video faces consisting of Light Emitting Diodes (LED) located at 2 Wickman Rd and within 400 meters of the limit of the F. G. Gardiner Expressway.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred consideration of the report (April 23, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

Request for approval of variances from Chapter 215, Signs, of the former City of Etobicoke Municipal Code to erect temporary signs for a sales pavillion at 7 – 21 Richgrove Dr.

 

The request comes from Robyn Rabinowitz with Minto Urban Communities Inc. for M Richgrove  Corporation, attn. Mark Bales, Development Manger for approval of the variances from Chapter 215, Signs, of the former City of Etobicoke Municipal Code.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the request for variance from Chapter 215, Signs, of the former City of Etobicoke Municipal Code to erect a First Party Illuminated Fascia Sign for “Queensway Park”, located on the south elevation of the building at 8 Avon Park Drive.

 

2.            Directed that the applicant be advised, upon approval of variances, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permit.

Toronto Building received a request from Douglas Giles with City of Toronto, Parks, Forestry & Recreation for City of Toronto for approval of variance from Chapter 215, Signs, of the former City of Etobicoke Municipal Code to erect a First Party Illuminated Fascia Sign for "Queensway Park", located on the south elevation of the building at 8 Avon Park Drive.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the request for a variance from Chapter 215, Signs, of the former City of Etobicoke Municipal Code to erect a Third Party Illuminated Sign for a Harvey's at 5485 – 5487 Dundas Street West.

 

2.         Directed that the applicant be advised, upon approval of variances, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permit.

Toronto Building received a request for approval of variance from Sophia McLean with Daynite Signs for 2109579 Ontario Inc., Attn: Angelo Soauzillo, Landlord, for approval of the variance from Chapter 215, Signs, of the former City of Etobicoke Municipal Code to erect a Third Party Illuminated Sign for a Harvey’s at 5485 – 5487 Dundas Street West.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the request for variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code, to erect a double sided illuminated first party sign with reader board at the south-west corner of Dufferin Street and Ascot Avenue for Hudson College at 21 Ascot Avenue, on the condition that the banner signs identified in the report along Dufferin Street be removed prior to the issuance of a building permit, for the reasons outlined in the report (May 15, 2009) from the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official.

 

2.            Directed that the applicant be advised, upon approval of variances, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permit.

Request for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to erect a double sided illuminated first party sign with reader board  at s/w corner of Dufferin & Ascot for Hudson College at 21 Ascot Avenue.

Etobicoke York Community Council approved the application to operate an outdoor boulevard café at the front of 3341-3343 Lake Shore Boulevard West, which occupies an area of 10.78 square metres on the municipal boulevard, on the following conditions:

 

1.         The City Solicitor to be authorized to prepare an encroachment agreement for the existing encroachment.

 

2.         The owner to pay all fees associated with the preparation of the agreement and pay an annual fee of $11.00 per square metre, plus G.S.T.; fees are subject to change.

 

3.         The signed agreement to be returned to the City of Toronto along with the required Certificate of Insurance, evidencing  a third party bodily injury and property damage insurance in the amount of $2,000,000.00 or such other coverage and greater amount as the City may require, and naming the City of Toronto as an additional insured party under the policy.

 

4.         The Certificate of Insurance shall be renewed and a copy thereof submitted to Municipal Licensing and Standards on an annual basis for the life of the encroachment.

 

5.         The outdoor boulevard café only to be licensed for seasonal use, between the period of May 1st to October 31st and the patio furniture and fence to be removed from the municipal boulevard at the end of the season.

 

6.         No audio or video equipment shall be allowed at the Outdoor Boulevard Café.

 

7.         The applicant to operate the Outdoor Boulevard Café in strict compliance with the requirements of the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 591, Noise.

 

8.         The owner to obtain the necessary construction/street permits.

 

9.         The owner to maintain the boulevard café in good repair and comply at all times with the regulations set out in the former Municipality of Metropolitan Toronto By-law 41-93, as amended.

 

10.       Notwithstanding condition 7, the outdoor café cease operation at 10:00 p.m. Monday to Sunday.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Directed the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Etobicoke York District, to report back in one year’s time on any complaints received with regard to the outdoor patio at 3341-3343 Lake Shore Boulevard West.

To report on an application submitted by the owner of “Madisons Café and Creperie” to operate an Outdoor Boulevard Café at the front of 3341-3343 Lake Shore Boulevard West, which occupies an area of 10.78 square metres on the municipal boulevard.

Etobicoke York Community Council approved the application by the Toronto Parking Authority for an encroachment agreement for a proposed street sign at 271 Scarlett Road, measuring 2.59 metres by 1.22 metres, encroaching on the City road allowance, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.            The City Solicitor be authorized to prepare an Encroachment Agreement for the proposed encroachment.

 

2.            The owner to enter into an Encroachment Agreement with the City of Toronto and pay all fees associated with the preparation of the Agreement. Should an annual fee be charged in future, the owner shall be responsible for payment of the fees.

 

3.            The signed agreement to be returned to the City along with the required Certificate of Insurance, evidencing a third party bodily injury and property  damage insurance in the amount of $2,000,000.00 or such other coverage and greater amount as the City may require, and naming the City of Toronto as an additional insured party under the policy.

 

4.            In the event of  the sale or transfer of the property abutting the encroachment, Legal Services be authorized to extend the Encroachment Agreement to the new owner, subject to the approval of the Executive Director of Municipal Licensing and Standards.

 

5.            The Certificate of Insurance to be renewed on an annual basis for the life of the encroachment.

 

6.            The owner to obtain all necessary construction/streets occupation permit(s) for any work done on the road allowance.

This report is in regard to an application submitted by the Toronto Parking Authority for an Encroachment Agreement for a proposed street sign, measuring 2.59 metres by 1.22 metres, encroaching on the City road allowance.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred the Information Report (May 11, 2009) from the District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

 

2.         Directed the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Etobicoke York District, in consultation with appropriate staff from Toronto Health, Toronto Police Service, Toronto Fire Service and the Alcohol Gaming Commission of Ontario, to report back on:

 

a.         a review of the statistics on a ward-by-ward basis on convictions and complaints on the establishments in the Etobicoke York District, including those that the West End Crime Task Force has brought forward;

 

b.         illicit activities in City-owned parks, in consultation with the Director, Parks Forestry and Recreation, Etobicoke York District;

 

c.         all convictions on a ward-by-ward basis, in consultation with the Toronto Police Service.

 

3.         Directed that when the requested report from the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, is available, that Etobicoke York Community Council forward a copy to the Licensing and Standards Committee, to allow members of the West End Crime Task Force to make a deputation on the matter.

 

4.         Directed that the City Clerk’s office advise the Ratepayer Associations when the report is being considered by the Etobicoke York Community Council.

The Etobicoke York Community Council at its meeting held March 26, 2009 requested the Director, Municipal Licensing and standards and Toronto Police Service, to report to its meeting on April 21, 2009, on the number of illicit activities that have been reported within the last two (2) years.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred consideration of the Supplementary Information Report (May 20, 2009) from the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Etobicoke York District, on Comprehensive Billboard Audit for Ward 17, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

This report provides the status of thirteen (13) Billboard Signs in Ward 17.

Etobicoke York Community Council directed that:

 

1.         City Planning staff schedule a community consultation meeting together with the Ward Councillor for the rezoning application for 3699, 3741-3751 Bloor Street West and 925 Kipling Avenue.

 

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site and that the notice area for the community consultation area be expanded in consultation with the Ward Councillor and that the additional costs be borne by the applicant.

 

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

This application is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a Provincial courthouse and ancillary uses at 3699, 3741-3751 Bloor Street West and 925 Kipling Avenue.  This property is known as the Westwood Theatre Lands (WTL).

 

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and the community consultation process.

 

Should Council direct staff to hold a community consultation meeting, it will take place toward the end of June 2009.  Staff plan to report to the September 15, 2009 meeting of Etobicoke York Community Council with recommendations on the application, provided the applicant provides all required information in a timely manner.

 

The applicant has also made an application to remove the “H” Holding Symbol on these lands (Application No. 09 131323 WET 05 OZ).  Staff will report separately on this application once the necessary development agreements are in place.

Etobicoke York Community Council directed that:

 

1.         City Planning staff schedule a community consultation meeting together with the Ward Councillor for the Rezoning and Lifting of the Holding Provisions for 2143 and 2147 Lake Shore Boulevard West.

 

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site and that the notice area for the community consultation area be expanded in consultation with the Ward Councillor and that the additional costs be borne by the applicant.

 

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

This application was made on or after January 1, 2007 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes to amend the zoning by-law to permit a 5-storey commercial building fronting onto Lake Shore Boulevard West, a 15-storey mixed commercial residential building adjacent to Marine Parade Drive, and a 50-storey residential building within the centre of the site.  A 9.25 metre wide portion of land along the east boundary of the site will be conveyed in order to create an 18.5 metre public road, connecting from Lake Shore Boulevard West and Marine Parade Drive.  An application to remove the Holding “H” symbol that applies to the site, has also been filed. 

 

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted applications and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the applications and on the community consultation process.

 

This application has been circulated to relevant divisions and agencies. It is recommended that a community meeting be scheduled by staff, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.

 

A Final Report and Public Meeting under the Planning Act to consider this application is targeted for the fourth quarter of 2009, provided all required information is submitted in a timely manner.

 

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the former City of Toronto Zoning By-law 438-86 substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment provided as Attachment 4, for the Rezoning Application (Removal of the “H” Holding Symbol) for 20 Foundry Avenue.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.         Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, confirmation is provided to the City that:

 

a.         Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control has been issued; and

 

b.         Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval has been granted.

This application was made after January 1, 2007 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes to amend the former City of Toronto Zoning By-law 438-86 and site-specific Zoning By-law 728-2006, to remove the "H" Holding symbol for Blocks 1 and 2 identified in the site specific By-law which are currently zoned “R2(h)” and “G(h)”.  These blocks represent Phase 3 of the Davenport Village development.  The proposed development of Phase 3 includes stacked townhouses and a public park.  It is municipally known as 20 Foundry Avenue. 

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-laws to remove the Holding symbols for the above property which is within Phase 3 of the site’s overall redevelopment. 

 

The proposal complies with the policies of the Davenport Village Secondary Plan and with the purpose and intent of the site-specific Zoning By-law.  Prior to Bills being introduced to Council confirmation is to be given to the City Solicitor that Notice of Approval Conditions for Site Plan Control has been issued and Draft Plan of Subdivision Approval has been granted.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Received the Information Report (May 22, 2009) from the Director, Community Planning Etobicoke York District, regarding 20-60 Caledonia Road, 500-1536 and 1601-1613 St. Clair Avenue West (West quadrant of Caledonia Road and St. Clair Avenue West intersection) Local Area Planning Study.

At its meeting held on February 9, 2009, the Etobicoke York Community Council directed City Planning staff to conduct an immediate zoning and planning study of the St. Clair Avenue West and Caledonia Road area, and report to the Etobicoke York Community Council prior to July 2009 with recommendations to enhance and protect the residential character of the community, and eliminate all uses incompatible with that residential character (EY24.42).

http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2009/ey/decisions/2009-02-09-ey24-dd.pdf

 

Staff have prepared a policy background analysis and a methodology to conduct the area study as outlined below in this report. 

 

Staff recommend that this methodology be received for information and is targeting the fourth quarter of this year to report on the outcome of the study, with corresponding zoning recommendations.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the appointment of one member, Hussein Said, to the Eglinton Hill BIA Board of Management as set out in Attachment No. 1 to the report (May 8, 2009) from the Director, Business Services.

 

2.            Approved Schedule A of the Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, being amended to reflect the changes to the BIA Board of Management.

The purpose of this report is to recommend Etobicoke York Community Council approve the addition of one member to the Eglinton Hill BIA Board of Management. 

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved enacting a 40 km/h speed limit on Markbrook Lane between Kipling Avenue and Steeles Avenue West, as the requirements of the 40 km/h Speed Limit Warrant are achieved.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to reduce the speed limit on Markbrook Lane.

 

A staff assessment has determined that the criteria for the installation of a 40 km/h speed limit are achieved, in that the findings are consistent with the 40 km/h Speed Limit Warrant.

 

Approval of this report will result in a 40 km/h speed limit being posted on Markbrook Lane between Kipling Avenue and Steeles Avenue West.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved enacting a “No Stopping Anytime” prohibition on the west side of Brydon Drive from a point 48 metres south of Airview Road to a point 29 metres further south.

The purpose of this report is to propose the introduction of a stopping prohibition on the west side of a portion of Brydon Drive for 9 metres on either side of the driveway to 92 Brydon Drive.  This stopping regulation will ensure good sightlines for motorists exiting from the driveway as well as provide manoeuvring room for trucks accessing the property.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the school bus loading zone on the north side of Farr Avenue between a point 24.0 metres east of Kipling Avenue and a point 30.5 metres east thereof.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to remove the school bus loading zone on the north side of Farr Avenue along the flankage of St. Andrews Catholic School (2533 Kipling Avenue).

 

This school bus loading zone is no longer required as school buses are using a loop on school property.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the 40 km/h speed limit on Wellesworth Drive between The West Mall and Faversham Crescent.

 

2.            Approved rescinding the 40 km/h speed limit on Wellesworth Drive between Rangoon Road and Gentian Drive.

 

3.            Approved enacting a 40 km/h speed limit on Wellesworth Drive between The West Mall and Inverdon Road.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to reduce the speed limit on the existing 50 km/h sections on Wellesworth Drive between The West Mall and Inverdon Road.

 

As the 40 km/h Speed Limit Warrant requirements are achieved, a 40 km/h speed limit is recommended on the entire length of Wellesworth Drive between The West Mall and Inverdon Road.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the existing “No Parking, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the south and west sides of West Deane Park Drive between Amberwood Road and Newcross Drive.

 

2.            Approved enacting a “No Parking, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the south side of West Deane Park Drive between Amberwood Road and a point 44 metres east of Beaver Bend Crescent.

 

3.            Approved enacting a “No Parking, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the west side of West Deane Park Drive between Newcross Drive and a point 157 metres further north.

 

4.            Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the south and west sides of West Deane Park Drive between a point 44 metres east of Beaver Bend Crescent and a point 38 metres further east and south.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the implementation of a “No Stopping, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Monday to Friday” regulation on the south and west sides of West Deane Park Drive in the area of the 90-degree road curve east of Beaver Bend Crescent.

 

This proposed stopping prohibition will address traffic congestion and sightline issues at the curve during the on-street school bus loading of students attending Josyf Cardinal Slipyj Catholic Elementary School.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve rescinding the regulation that the southbound curb lane on Royal York Road at Eglinton Avenue West be designated for right turning vehicles only, buses excepted, from Eglinton Avenue West to a point 30.5 metres northerly thereof.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to remove the southbound exclusive right turn lane on Royal York Road at Eglinton Avenue West.  An increase in the southbound traffic volume combined with the introduction of a northbound left turn advance arrow has resulted in congestion on Royal York Road, specifically in the afternoon peak period.  As a result, allowing a southbound through lane and a southbound through/right turn lane is an attempt to relieve some of this congestion.

 

Since the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates transit service on Royal York Road, City Council approval of this report is required.  TTC staff has been consulted on this issue and has not objected to this proposal.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the alterations and modifications on the south approach of the intersection of Old Dundas Street and Dundas Street West, as indicated in Appendix “A”, and generally as shown on the attached sketch in the report (May 6, 2009) from the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District.

The purpose of this report is to recommend the enactment of the highway alteration by-law related to the realigning of the south approach of the intersection of Old Dundas Street and Dundas Street West to normalize as a T-type intersection.

 

The proposed alteration will be undertaken as part of the existing Contract No. 08FS-23S, and will improve traffic operations and enhance the streetscape.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the installation of an all-way stop control at the intersection of Spring Garden Road and Fernalroy Boulevard.

The purpose of this report is to recommend the installation of an all-way stop control at the intersection of Spring Garden Road and Fernalroy Boulevard.

 

The all-way stop control will enhance traffic safety given the restricted sight lines created by the intersection geometry and a mature tree located in the parkette at the southeast corner of Spring Garden Road and Fernalroy Boulevard.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Deferred consideration of the report (May 19, 2009) from the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District, regarding Charleston road, 40 km/h Speed Limit Warrant Analysis, to its meeting on September 15, 2009.

 

The purpose of this report is to present the results of a 40 km/h speed limit warrant analysis for Charleston Road between Swan Avenue and Bloor Street West.

 

As the 40 km/h Speed Limit Warrant requirements are not achieved, a 40 km/h speed limit is not recommended on Charleston Road between Swan Avenue and Bloor Street West.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the alterations and modifications on The West Mall between a point 45 metres north of Waulron Street and a point 70 metres south of Paxman Road, as indicated in Appendix “A”, and generally as shown on the attached drawing No’s P2604‑010, P2604-011 and P2604-012, in the report (May 19, 2009) from the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District.

The purpose of this report is to recommend the enactment of the highway alteration by‑law related to the road reconstruction of The West Mall between The Queensway and a point 150 metres north of Paxman Road.  The proposed highway alteration by-law pertains specifically to the widening of The West Mall from a point 45 metres north of Waulron Street to a point 70 metres south of Paxman Road to accommodate designated bike lanes.

 

The proposed road alteration will improve traffic operations and enhance cyclist safety.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the existing “No Parking Anytime” prohibition on the west side of Thirteenth Street between a point 30 metres south of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Lake Shore Drive.

 

2.            Approved enacting a “No Parking Anytime” prohibition on the west side of Thirteenth Street between a point 38 metres south of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Lake Shore Drive.

 

3.            Approved enacting a “No Standing Anytime” prohibition on the west side of Thirteenth Street between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 38 metres further south.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the installation of a “No Standing Anytime” regulation on the west side of Thirteenth Street, just south of Lake Shore Boulevard West.

 

This proposed standing prohibition will further address unacceptable on-street loading activities in the area of Rabba Fine Foods.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the existing 40 km/h speed limit on Mimico Avenue between Royal York Road and Station Road.

 

2.            Approved enacting a 40 km/h speed limit on Mimico Avenue between Lake Shore Boulevard West and Royal York Road.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to reduce the speed limit on Mimico Avenue on the existing 50 km/h section between Lake Shore Boulevard West and Station Road.

 

As the 40 km/h Speed Limit Warrant requirements are achieved, a 40 km/h speed limit is recommended on Mimico Avenue on the entire section between Lake Shore Boulevard West and Royal York Road.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the upgrade of temporary to permanent traffic control signals at the intersection of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Palace Pier Court.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to upgrade temporary traffic control signals to a permanent installation at the intersection of Lake Shore Boulevard West and Palace Pier Court.

 

These traffic control signals have been in place for 14 years in a temporary type condition, since the summer of 1995.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the existing “Pedestrians Prohibited on Certain Highways” regulation on Black Creek Drive between Jane Street and Weston Road.

 

2.            Approved enacting a “Pedestrians Prohibited on Certain Highways” regulation on Black Creek Drive from Jane Street to the northerly limit of Eglinton Avenue West.

 

3.            Approved enacting a “Pedestrians Prohibited on Certain Highways” regulation on the east side of Black Creek Drive from the southerly limit of Eglinton Avenue West to 175m to the south.

 

4.            Approved enacting a “Pedestrians Prohibited on Certain Highways” regulation on Black Creek Drive from 175m south of Eglinton Avenue West to Weston Road.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Directed the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District to report to the September 15, 2009 meeting of the Etobicoke York Community Council on the issue of providing sidewalk continuity southerly to Weston Road, on the west side of Black Creek Drive.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to modify the existing pedestrian prohibition for Black Creek Drive to allow pedestrian use of the recently constructed municipal sidewalk along the west side of the Black Creek Drive frontage of 2 Keelesdale Road.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved traffic calming measures not being implemented on Arrowsmith Avenue between Keele Street and Amesbury Drive.

The purpose of this report is to outline the findings of an investigation to determine the need to install speed humps on Arrowsmith Avenue between Keele Street and Amesbury Drive.  A staff review has shown that the criteria for the installation of speed humps on Arrowsmith Avenue are not met.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the installation of an on-street parking space for persons with disabilities on the south side of Old Dundas Street, between a point 63 metres east of Lundy Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further east.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the installation of an on-street parking space for persons with disabilities on the south side of Old Dundas Street, east of Lundy Avenue.

 

Since the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Old Dundas Street, City Council approval of this report is required.  TTC staff has been consulted on the proposed installation and has not objected to the proposal.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the removal of on-street parking spaces for persons with disabilities at the following locations identified in Appendix A to the report (May 13, 2009) from the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District:

 

Appendix A

 

On-street parking space for persons with disabilities to be removed:

 

Ward	Location
13	Beresford Avenue, east side, between a point 26.5 metres north of MacGregor Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further north.
13	Budgell Terrace, south side, between a point 12 metres west of Windermere Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further west.
17	McRoberts Avenue, west side, between a point 84.5 metres north of Kitchener Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further north.

 

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the removal of a number of on-street parking spaces for persons with disabilities.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the “No Parking Anytime” regulation on the south side of Brandon Avenue between Lansdowne Avenue and St. Clarens Avenue.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to remove the existing “No Parking Anytime” regulation and implement the standard 3-Hour Parking Anytime regulation on the south side of Brandon Avenue between Lansdowne Avenue and St. Clarens Avenue.  The intent of the proposed amendment is to increase the supply of on-street parking for visitors to the residential properties in the Brandon Avenue area.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved rescinding the existing “No Parking, 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., except by permit, All times, except 1 hour parking 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” on the west side of Miller Street from the south end of Miller Street to 61.0 metres south of Lindner Street.

 

2.            Approved rescinding the existing “No Parking, 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday and 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Sunday and Public Holidays, except by permit, All times” on the west side of Miller Street, from the south end of Miller Street to Davenport Road.

 

3.            Approved enacting a. “No Parking, 12:01 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday and 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Sunday and Public Holidays, except by permit, All times” on the west side of Miller Street, from a point 17.5 metres north of the south terminus to Davenport Road.

 

4.            Approved rescinding the existing “Time Limit Parking, 60 minutes, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight” on the west side of Miller Street between Davenport Road and the south end of Miller Street.

 

5.            Approved enacting a “Time Limit Parking, 60 minutes, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 midnight” on the west side of Miller Street between Davenport Road and a point 17.5 metres north of the south terminus.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval to modify the existing Miller Street parking regulations to allow 3-hour parking for a small section of the roadway, at its terminus, for approximately two vehicles on the west side of Miller Street from the south limit of the roadway to a point 17.5 metres to the north.

 

This parking regulation amendment will accommodate overflow parking for clients and visitors of 3 Miller Street.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Authorized the installation of speed humps on Earlscourt Avenue between Rogers Road and Hatherley Road.

 

2.         Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a draft By-law for the installation of three speed humps on Earlscourt Avenue between Rogers Road and Hatherley Road, generally as shown on Drawing No. EY08-39 dated February 2008.

 

3.         Approved a reduced speed limit on Earlscourt Avenue between Rogers Road and Hatherley Road from 40 km/h to 30 km/h, upon installation of the speed humps.

This report summarizes the results of the traffic calming poll undertaken on Earlscourt Avenue between Rogers Road and Hatherley Road.  The poll results indicated a response rate of less than 50 percent plus one, and accordingly, installation of speed humps is not recommended.

EtobicokeYork Community Council recommends that for liquor licensing purposes:

 

1.         City Council endorse the action taken by the Etobicoke York Community Council in advising the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that it had no objection to the following, in that the Italian Festival event is scheduled to take place prior to the City Council meeting on July 6, 2009:

 

a.         the extension of an existing liquor licence for Eden Trattoria, 1331 St. Clair Avenue West, on the St. Clarens Avenue flankage, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. for the Italian Festival to be held on Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5, 2009

 

b.         the extension of an existing liquor licence for Porto Rotisserie Inc., 1370 St. Clair Avenue West, on the 1 Harvie Avenue flankage, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. for the Italian Festival to be held on Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5, 2009

 

2.         City Council approve the following for the Junction Arts Festival to be held from Wednesday, September 9 to Sunday, September 13, 2009:

 

a.         the issuance of a Special Occasion Permit for a Beer Garden on vacant property located at 2960 Dundas Street West on:

 

-           Friday, September 11, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 12 midnight

-           Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 12 noon to 12 midnight

-           Sunday, September 13, 2009 from 12 noon to 6:00 p.m.

 

b.         the extension of serving hours of the following licensed establishments for the dates and times of the Junction Arts Festival, with a further extension of service hours to 2:00 a.m. and onto City property, on Saturday, September 12, 2009:

 

-           Axis Gallery & Grill, 3048 Dundas Street West

-           Bann Thai Cuisine, 2961 Dundas Street West

-           Celts Pub, 2872 Dundas Street West

-           Margret Bar, 2952 Dundas Street West

-           Curry Twist, 3034 Dundas Street West

-           High Park Spice House, 3020 Dundas Street West

-           North of Bombay, 2966 Dundas Street West

-           Pho-Mi Tri Ky Noodle House, 394 Pacific Avenue

-           Rope Inn, 2883 Dundas Street West

-           The Friendly Thai, 3032 Dundas Street West

-           The Hole in the Wall, 2867A Dundas Street West

-           The Purple Onion -2998 Dundas Street West

-           Triple Z West Indian Roti Shop, 2910 Dundas Street West

-           Vesuvio's Pizzeria & Spaghetti House, 3014 Dundas Street West

-           Young Thailand, 2907 Dundas Street West

-           Espresso Mi Vida, 392 Pacific Avenue

-           The Beet Organic Café & Market, 2945 Dundas Street West

-           The Troubadour, 3071 Dundas Street West

-           SMASH, 2880 Dundas Street West

-           Espresso Mi Vida, 392 Pacific Avenue

-           Pho HU'O'NG Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine, 394 Pacific Avenue

EtobicokeYork Community Council:

 

1.         For liquor licensing purposes, declared the following to be events of municipal significance and that the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario be advised that the Community Council has no objection to the events taking place and to the issuance of Special Occasion Permits:

 

a.         CIRV FM Summerfest to be held in Earlscourt Park on the following dates, the serving of alcohol having been approved by City Council on May 25, 26 and 27, 2009 (EY27.31):

 

-           Friday, June 19, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 12 midnight;

-           Saturday, June 20, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 12 midnight; and

-           Sunday, June 21, 2009 from 10:00a.m.to 11:00 p.m.

 

b.         Grenada Day to be held in Coronation Park at Keele Street and Eglinton Avenue West on Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

 

c.         Brazilfest to be held in Earlscourt Park on Sunday, July 26, 2009 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.

 

d.         St. Matthew’s Catholic Church Our Lady of Light Festival to be held in St. Matthew’s School playground from 8:00 p.m. to 12 midnight on:

 

-           Friday, September 4, 2009

-           Saturday, September 5, 2009

-           Sunday, September 6, 2009; and

-           Monday, September 7, 2009

 

e.         Junction Arts Festival to be held on Dundas Street West between Keele Street and Quebec Avenue on:

 

-           Wednesday, September 9, 2009from 6:00 p.m.to 11:00 p.m.

-           Thursday, September 10, 2009from 6:00 p.m.to 11:00 p.m.

-           Friday, September 11, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 12 midnight

-           Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 12 midnight; and

-           Sunday, September 13, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

 

2.         Directed the City Clerk to advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario that since the Italian Festival will be taking place on Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5, 2009, prior to the City Council meeting on July 6, 2009, the Etobicoke York Community Council has no objection to the following, and that City Council be requested to endorse the action taken by the Community Council:

 

a.         the extension of an existing liquor licence for Eden Trattoria, 1331 St. Clair Avenue West, on the St. Clarens Avenue flankage, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. for the Italian Festival to be held on Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5, 2009

 

b.         the extension of an existing liquor licence for Porto Rotisserie Inc., 1370 St. Clair Avenue West, on the 1 Harvie Avenue flankage, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. for the Italian Festival to be held on Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5, 2009

Seeking Council’s endorsement of various events for liquor licensing purposes.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the Official Plan substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 8 to the Final Report (May 22, 2009) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, on 2175 Lake Shore Boulevard West – Official Plan and Zoning Amendment and Removal of the Holding Provision Applications.

 

2.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 1994-197 substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as described in this report.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

4.         Before introducing the necessary Bills for enactment, City Council require the owner to enter into a Section 37 Agreement to secure community benefits as outlined in this report and summarized in Attachment 7.

 

5.         City Council authorize staff to undertake a City-initiated Official Plan Amendment in order to incorporate the changes to the internal road system recommended in the recently adopted Humber Bay Shores Urban Design Guidelines Update and Public Realm Plan.

 

6.         The Land Owners Precinct Plan be finalized to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and City Planning, in consultation with Technical and Transportation Services, prior to the lifting of the Holding Symbol.

The Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on June 9, 2009 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This application was made on or after January 1, 2007 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application requests an Official Plan and Zoning Amendment, and the lifting of the Holding By-law that applies to the site, in order to permit a 3-storey commercial building fronting on Lake Shore Boulevard West, and a 34-storey residential tower connected to the commercial building by a two-storey podium.

 

The rear of the site, which is in the ownership of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) will be developed into a public park, and will provide a new and attractive green space feature within the Humber Bay Shores area.

 

The commercial component, podium and tower element, as well as the creation of a public park, respects and conforms to the principles contained within the recently adopted Humber Bay Shores Urban Design Guidelines Update and Public Realm Plan.

 

The project is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement’s call for intensification of residential growth in a manner that implements the City’s Official Plan.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council be advised that the Chief Planner intends to approve the draft plan of subdivision, as generally illustrated on Attachment 3 to the report (May 22, 2009) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, in accordance with the delegated approval under By-law 229-2000, subject to:

 

a.         the conditions as generally listed in Attachment 4 to the report (May 22, 2009) from the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District, which except as otherwise noted must be satisfied or secured through the subdivision agreement prior to the release of the plan of subdivision for registration; and

 

b.         such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or such additional or modified conditions as the Chief Planner may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the ongoing technical review of this development.

The Etobicoke York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on June 9, 2009 and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This application was made after January 1, 2007 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

 

This application proposes to create a plan of subdivision for the property at 940, 980 and 1100 Lansdowne Ave also referred to as the Davenport Village Secondary Plan area.

 

This report reviews and recommends approval of a Draft Plan of Subdivision development for the above property.  It also advises that the Chief Planner intends to approve the Draft Plan of Subdivision under delegated authority pursuant to By-law 229-2000.

The proposal complies with the policies of the Davenport Village Secondary Plan and implementing Zoning By-law 728-2006.  Prior to final approval and registration of the Plan the applicant will be required to fulfill the conditions listed in Attachment 4 which includes entering into a subdivision agreement.

Etobicoke York Community Council submits this item to City Council, without recommendation.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Directed the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to report directly to the City Council meeting on July 6, 2009, in order to establish the City’s position at the upcoming Ontario Municipal Board hearing.

The purpose of this report is to advise Community Council that applications to amend the Official Plan and the former City of Etobicoke Zoning Code for 51 Lake Shore Drive have been appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board and to seek authority for staff to report directly to the City Council meeting of July 6 and 7, 2009 to establish the City’s position.

 

The applications originally proposed to permit the construction of a townhouse block containing seven townhouse units at 51 Lake Shore Drive. The applicant has submitted revised plans to permit the development of six semi-detached dwelling units and one single detached dwelling unit.

Etobicoke York Community Council approved the Outdoor Café Encroachment Agreement application for 350-352 Oakwood Avenue, with the following conditions:

 

1.         The applicant enters into an Encroachment Agreement with the City of Toronto.

 

2.         The City Solicitor to be authorized to prepare an Encroachment Agreement and the applicant to pay all fees associated with the preparation and execution of this Agreement and applicant to pay an annual fee of $25.00 plus $5.50 per square metre, plus G.S.T. Fees are subject to change.

 

3.         The signed agreement to be returned to the City along with the required Certificate of Insurance, evidencing a third party injury and property damage insurance in the amount of $2,000,000.00 or such other coverage and greater amount as the City may require, and naming the City of Toronto as an additional insured party under the policy.

 

4.         The Boulevard Café to be licensed for seasonal use, between the period of May 1st to October 31st and the railing and patio furniture to be removed from the public road allowance at the end of the season.

 

5.         The applicant to operate the boulevard café in compliance with the requirements as stipulated under Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 591, Noise.

 

6.         The applicant to obtain a construction/street permit prior to commencing any construction.

 

7.         The applicant to maintain the Boulevard Café in good repair and comply at all times with the regulations set out in the former City of York, Streets By-law 3343-79, as amended.

 

8.         The applicant to ensure that no refuse, litter, garbage or loose or objectionable material accumulates in or about the Boulevard.

 

9.         The applicant to relocate the bicycle post to maintain 2.1 metres clearance between café fencing and curb and the operator to be responsible for costs of re-location.

This report is in response to an application by Barry Goldman, Architect, on behalf of the owners of the business at 350-352 Oakwood Avenue to lease 19.35 square metres of the City Boulevard to operate a Boulevard Café.

 

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on both sides of Aviemore Drive between Islington Avenue and Franel Crescent.

 

2.         Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on both sides of Grampian Crescent between Aviemore Drive (south intersection) and Aviemore Drive (north intersection).

 

3.         Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on both sides of Hathor Crescent between Rowntree Mill Road (west intersection) and Rowntree Mill Road (east intersection).

 

4.         Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on the south side of Riverside Drive between Apted Avenue and a point 518 metres west of Apted Avenue.

 

5.         Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on both sides of Rowntree Mill Road between Emily Avenue and a point 50 metres east of Apted Avenue.

 

6.         Approved enacting a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on both sides of Whitfield Avenue between Apted Avenue and the west limit of Whitfield Avenue.

The purpose of this report is to obtain approval for the implementation of a “No Stopping, 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.” regulation on some of the streets in the area of Rowntree Mills Park (Aviemore Drive, Grampian Crescent, Hathor Crescent, Riverside Drive, Rowntree Mill Road, and Whitfield Avenue).

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Referred the Member Motion to the Director, Urban Forestry and the Medical Officer of Health for further investigation of the issues raised by the homeowner at 81 Twenty Fourth Street and requested that a report be submitted to its September 15, 2009 meeting.

A local resident at is requesting the removal of a city tree located on the right of way adjacent to her property at  81 Twenty Fourth St, in Ward 6.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Referred the Member Motion to the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District and requested that a report be submitted to its September 15, 2009 meeting on implementing the necessary road narrowing to facilitate the development of the public square and accommodate the safe passage of all road users at Fifth Street and the Lakeshore Boulevard West.

The Lakeshore Villages Business Improvement Association is undertaking a project to improve the streetscape along Lake Shore Boulevard West from First Street to Kipling Avenue.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Referred the Member Motion to the Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Etobicoke York District, and requested that a report be submitted to its September 15, 2009 meeting on the number of Places of Worship on the section of Weston Road bounded by Lambton Avenue and Eglinton Avenue West, and on whether they are operating legally.

During a walk-about of the Mount Dennis area, a large number of Places of Worship were observed in store-front spaces, leading to concerns regarding whether they were legal.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.            Approved the request for variance from the former City of North York Sign By-law No. 30788 to erect a third party illuminated double sided off premise ground sign at 84-86 Oakdale Road on the condition that the owners submit for approval of the banner sign on the west elevation or alternatively remove the sign prior to the issuance of the permit for the third party illuminated ground sign.

 

2.            Directed that the applicant be advised that upon approval of variances, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permit.

 

3.            Directed that the applicant be advised that Ministry of Transportation approval will be required.

Request for approval of variance from the former City of North York Sign By-law No 30788 to erect a third party illuminated double sided off premise ground sign at 84 – 86 Oakdale Road.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the variance to the City of North York Sign By-law No. 30788 to install a third party illuminated double face ground sign to be located at the southeast corner of Finch Avenue West and Emery Road, “Emery Village”, at 111 Arrow Road, subject to the applicant obtaining a letter of support from the Emery Village Business Improvement Area to be included in the application for the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official.

 Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Directed that the Director and Deputy Chief Building Official in consultation with the City Solicitor, General Manager Parks Forestry and Recreation, Director, Transportation Services, and Finance Division report to its September 15, 2009 meeting on:

 

a.         Assessment of the location at 1111 Arrow Road to determine the feasibility of relocating the proposed community public space, which includes the flagpole project, landscape features, and associated concessions and amenities previously approved by City Council, from the Emery Yard to 1111 Arrow Road.

 

b.         Assessment of the potential for the City of Toronto and the Emery Village Business Improvement Area to expand its community programming and promote its business improvement objectives on the 1111 Arrow Road site as well as the potential use of Section 37 funding for the flagpole project on the site. 

 

c.         Meet with the Owner of 1111 Arrow Road, in consultation with the Emery Village Business Improvement Area, and the Ward Councillor to negotiate a potential agreement.

Request for approval of variances from the former City of North York Sign By-law No 30788 to install a third party illuminated double face ground sign to be located at the south - east corner of Finch Ave W and Arrow Rd. "Emery Village" at  1111 Arrow Road.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Approved the variance from the former City of North York sign By-law No. 30788 to erect a new illuminated double-sided third-party advertising sign on the south side of the property at 57 Beverly Hills Drive.

 

2.         Directed that the applicant be advised, upon approval of variances, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permit.

 

3.         Directed that the applicant be advised that MTO (Ministry of Transportation) approval will be required.

 

4.         Directed that the applicant be advised that Toronto Regional Conservation Authority approval will be required.

Request for approval of variances from the former City of North York Sign By-law No 30788 to erect a new illuminated double-sided third-party advertising sign  on the south side of the property at 57 Beverly Hills Drive.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to advise the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) of Council’s conditional support for this application provided that the following conditions, in the form substantially set out below, are attached to the liquor licence:

 

Conditions to be attached to Liquor Licence for Frontline Suga, 1906 Wilson Avenue, Toronto

 

a.         The Licensed Premises shall close no later than 3:30 a.m. each day and no patrons will be allowed to enter or remain on the Licensed Premises after 4:00 a.m.

 

b.         The Premises shall not be used for an “after hours club”.

 

c.         On Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings after 8 p.m. while the Licensed Premises are open to patrons and for at least one hour after the Licensed Premises are closed to patrons, the Licensed Premises shall be staffed with at least one visibly identifiable security guard for every 100 patrons in the Licensed Premises.

 

d.         All security guards shall wear identification or clothing by which they can readily be identified as security guards.

 

e.         The Licensee, acting reasonably, shall not admit anyone who wears gang paraphernalia of any kind including gang colours, bandanas, insignia, emblems or clothing.

 

f.          All managers, employees and security staff working at the Licensed Premises must successfully complete an AGCO-approved server training course within ninety (90) days of the start of employment at the Licensed Premises.

 

g.         The Licensee, acting reasonably, shall not play, or permit to be played, music, whether live or recorded, that has lyrics that sanction, promote or glamourize guns, knives or violence against women and police officers.

 

h.         The Licensee shall not play, or permit to be played, music, whether live or recorded, on the outdoor patio after 11:00 p.m.

 

i.          The Licensee shall ensure that adequate soundproofing is installed so as to ensure that no resident is disturbed by noise emanating from the premises.

 

j.          The Licensee shall install and maintain a “walk-through” metal detector at the front entrance to the Licensed Premises and every patron shall walk through the said metal detector prior to entering the Licensed Premises. The metal detector shall be “state-of the- art” equipment and in good working order and similar to the metal detectors used at airports.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make modifications to the above conditions if deemed necessary and satisfactory to the City Solicitor.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to advise the applicant that if they are not agreeable to having conditions in the form substantially set out above attached to the licence, that City Council direct the City Solicitor to advise the Registrar of the AGCO that the issuance of the licence is not in the public interest having regard to the needs and wishes of the residents, and that the Registrar should issue a Proposal to Review the application.

 

4.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend all proceedings before the AGCO in this matter and be directed to take all necessary actions so as to give effect to this Motion.

An application for a new liquor licence has been made to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for an establishment to be known as Frontline Suga located at 1906 Wilson Avenue.  The establishment previously operated under the name Tripplestar Restaurant. Tripplestar was licenced until May, 2008. The new application has been brought forward by a new applicant. The application is for an indoor capacity of 44 patrons, and an outdoor capacity of 33 patrons.

Etobicoke York Community Council recommends that:

 

1.            City Council amend the former City of North York Zoning By-law 7625 substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment provided as Attachment 3.

 

2.            City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.

 

3.            Before introducing the necessary Bill to City Council for enactment, confirmation is provided to the City Solicitor that a revised Noise Impact Study is submitted and identifies mitigation measures to the satisfaction of the Director of Community Planning, Etobicoke York

This application proposes to amend former City of North York Zoning By-law 7625, as amended by site-specific Zoning By-law 482-2006 to remove the “H” Holding symbol for the southern portion of Block 153 and Lane ‘D’ on a draft Plan of Subdivision approved on September 15, 2008.  The application site is in the southeast corner of the lands at 2277-2295 Sheppard Avenue West and 100 Mainshep Road.  The site is zoned RM6(180)(H) and is proposed to be developed with a public lane and a block of stacked townhouses that forms part of the extensive block of 110 stacked townhouses to be developed on Block 153 of the draft approved subdivision plan.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Referred the Member Motion to the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, to explore in conjunction with other appropriate City Divisions, the possibility of a joint venture with the Toronto Catholic District School Board and other partners, to build and operate a Sports Field Complex at Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School in Ward 1, Etobicoke North.

The purpose of this Motion is to request Community Council’s authority for the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation to explore the possibility of a joint venture with the Toronto Catholic District School Board and other partners to build and operate a Sports Field Complex at Father Henry Carr Catholic Secondary School in Ward 1, Etobicoke North.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Referred the Member Motion to the Director, Transportation Services, Etobicoke York District for a report to its September 15, 2009 meeting, on the feasibility for the construction of a lay-by facility on Caledonia Road for use particularly by Wheel-Trans services at 60 Caledonia Road.

The First Canadian Cultural Club recently moved into facilities located at 60 Caledonia Road (north of St. Clair Avenue West).  In order to accommodate patrons of this facility, many who are physically disabled or elderly, a lay-by facility is required for Wheel-Trans service.  Given the fact that there are no options other than to serve this facility from Caledonia Road, the construction of a lay-by on Caledonia Road is required.

Etobicoke York Community Council submits this item to City Council, without recommendation.

Etobicoke York Community Council:

 

1.         Directed the Director, Community Planning, Etobicoke York District to report directly to the City Council meeting on July 6, 2009.

Forwarding recommendations regarding the Terranova Developments Ltd. appeals to the Ontario Municipal Board.

 

The Terranova Developments Ltd. property is located at 148 and 156 Rowntree Mill Road and is designated for residential use by the former City of North York Official Plan (which was in effect at the time of the application).

Etobicoke York Community Council enacted By-laws 621-2009 to 645-2009.

 

 

Etobicoke York Community Council enacted Confirmatory Bills as By-laws 646-2009 and 647-2009.

Introduction and consideration of Bills for enactment as By-laws.