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Agenda |
Regular |
Scarborough Community Council |
Meeting No. | 37 | Contact | Yvonne Davies, Committee Administrator | |
Meeting Date |
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 |
Phone | 416-396-7287 | |
Start Time |
9:30 AM |
scc@toronto.ca | ||
Location |
Council Chamber, Scarborough Civic Centre
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Chair | Councillor Mike Del Grande |
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Schedule of Timed Items
9:45 a.m. - Item SC37.1, Item SC37.2 and Item SC37.3 1:30 p.m. - Item SC37.30 - Item SC37.37
Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Bill to Confirm the Proceedings of Community Council will be last items.
Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
Confirmation of Minutes - June 22, 2010
Speakers/Presentations – A complete list will be distributed at the meeting
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SC37.1 | ACTION |
9:45 AM |
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Ward: 44 |
Closure of the Public Walkway located between 48 and 50 Broadbridge Drive |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006 |
Origin |
(July 29, 2010) Draft By-law from City Solicitor |
Recommendations |
The City Solicitor recommends that City Council enact the draft by-law from the City Solicitor, as follows:
1. The public walkway between 48 and 50 Broadbridge Drive, described as follows, is hereby permanently closed as a public walkway:
Part of PIN 06502-0070 (LT) Parcel Block 218-1, Section M1983, Block 219, Plan M1983 Designated as Parts 1 and 2 on Reference Plan 66R-24985 City of Toronto |
Summary |
To enact a by-law to permanently close the public walkway between 48 and 50 Broadbridge Drive, and that it be sold upon the terms and conditions set out in Scarborough Community Council Item SC34.19, as adopted by City Council at its meeting held on May 11 and 12, 2010. |
Background Information |
Draft By-law - 48 and 50 Broadbridge Drive (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32340.pdf) |
SC37.2 | ACTION |
9:45 AM |
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Ward: 44 |
Proposed Permanent Closure of Part of the Lawrence Avenue East Road Allowance Abutting 6520, 6526 and 6530 Lawrence Avenue East |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006 |
Origin |
(July 13, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services, Scarborough District, recommends that Scarborough Community Council recommends that City Council:
1. Permanently close part of the public highway Lawrence Avenue East abutting 6520, 6526 and 6530 Lawrence Avenue East (the “Highway”), shown as Part 2 on Sketch No. PS-2010-058 attached as Appendix 2 and enact a by-law substantially in the form of the draft by-law attached as Appendix 1, conditional on the City entering into an agreement with Mattamy (Lawrence) Limited (“Mattamy”) wherein Mattamy agrees to purchase the Highway from the City on terms satisfactory to the City. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council does not have delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services recommends that a portion of the Lawrence Avenue East road allowance abutting 6520, 6526 and 6530 Lawrence Avenue East be permanently closed. |
Financial Impact |
The closing of the Highway will not result in any costs to the City, as the purchaser of the Highway is responsible to pay all costs associated with closing the Highway.
The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact statement. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Draft By-law (Appendix 1) - Closure of Part of the Lawrence Avenue East (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32352.pdf) Site Map & Sketch No. PS-2010-058 (Appendix 2) (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32388.pdf) |
SC37.3 | ACTION |
9:45 AM |
Delegated |
Ward: 43 |
Naming of Proposed Private Lane at 4274 Kingston Road and 165 to 177 Galloway Road |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - City of Toronto Act, 2006 |
Origin |
(July 29, 2010) Report from City Surveyor |
Recommendations |
The City Surveyor recommends that:
1. The proposed private lane at 4274 Kingston Road and 165 to 177 Galloway Road, be named “Montoro Lane”.
2. Galloway Birch Properties Inc. pay the costs, estimated to be $600.00, for the fabrication and installation of street name signs.
3. The owner and successors of the subject lands maintain, at their own risk, the signage installed under Recommendation 2.
4. The appropriate City officials be authorized and directed to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of a naming by-law. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the community council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report recommends that the name “Montoro Lane” be approved to identify the private lane at the residential development at 4274 Kingston Road and 165 to 177 Galloway Road. Naming the lane will facilitate the identification of the proposed units fronting thereon. |
Financial Impact |
There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report. The estimated costs of $600.00 for the street name signs are to be paid by the applicant. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Naming of Private Lane - 4274 Kingston Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32259.pdf) Draft By-law and Attachment 1 (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32660.pdf) |
SC37.4 | ACTION |
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Ward: 44 |
17 Island Road |
Origin |
(July 27, 2010) Report from City Solicitor |
Recommendations |
The City Solicitor recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council receive this report for information. |
Summary |
To report back as requested by Scarborough Community Council at its meeting held on May 25, 2010. |
Financial Impact |
There is no financial impact beyond what has already been approved in the current year's budget. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - 17 Island Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32257.pdf) |
SC37.5 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 38 |
Request for Fence Exemption - 59 Landfair Crescent |
Origin |
(July 7, 2010) Report from Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Municipal Licensing and Standards, Scarborough District, recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Refuse the proposed locking mechanism that opens the sliding door only 4 inches and also a coded alarm system installation when the door is opened at 59 Landfair Crescent.
2. Refuse the installation of a “Protect a Child Pool Fence System” around the perimeter of the pool at 59 Landfair Crescent. |
Summary |
This Staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated
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Financial Impact |
There is no financial implications. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Fence Exemption - 59 Landfair Crescent (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-31989.pdf) Attachment 1 - Photographs - 59 Landfair Crescent (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-31990.pdf) |
SC37.6 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 36 |
Request for Fence Exemption - 100 Hollis Avenue |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards |
Recommendations |
Municipal Licensing and Standards, Scarborough District, recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Refuse the existing pool enclosure located on City property.
2. Refuse the existing glass panel enclosure for the existing hot tub.
3. Refuse the existing swimming pool located on City property. |
Summary |
This Staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
The purpose of this report is to consider a request by the owner(s) of 100 Hollis Avenue to be exempted from Chapter 447-Fences Article 1 and also section (2) of the Toronto Municipal Code. Article 1 of Chapter 447 states that all fences, pool enclosures and swimming pools be located on private property and section (2) states that construction materials used in pool enclosures be made of approved chainlink, wood or wrought iron fencing. |
Financial Impact |
There are no financial implications. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Fence Exemption - 100 Hollis Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32323.pdf) Attachment 1 - Photographs (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32324.pdf) Attachment 2 - Survey (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32452.pdf) |
SC37.7 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 36 |
Request for an Encroachment Agreement - 100 Hollis Avenue |
Origin |
(July 27, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approve the application for an encroachment agreement in part for 100 Hollis Avenue as submitted, subject to the following conditions:
a. The encroachment of the hedge and wood fence at the rear of the yard be approved, subject to sections of the fence and hedge being removed 2.4 metres to the east and 3.4 metres to the south, to provide adequate sight lines at the driveway entrance that leads to the rear garage;
b. That the owners are required to trim the hedges that surround the property on the City of Toronto Municipal Right of Way and maintain them at a height of not greater than 1.0 metre from ground level;
c. The metal fence and gate, river rocks, patio stones and lights are only permitted inside and enclosed by the subject wood fence;
d. The remaining sections of the fence located off the west wall of the house that leads from the rear wall to the front wall of the house be removed. This section of fence includes a gate and connecting walkway access to Birchcliff Avenue and encloses a City tree and a Toronto Hydro pole with street lighting attached and restricts access by staff and the Utility Company;
e. The agreement does not include the existing in-ground pool, whereas the top step leading into the pool has been installed within the public right-of- way;
f. The existing fence in the front yard be permitted to remain;
g. That the owner(s) enter into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the General Manager of Transportation Services;
h. That the life of the Agreement be limited to 10 years from the date of registration on title, or to the date of removal of the encroachment, at which time the City may consider the Agreement for further extension, if requested by the applicant;
i. That indemnification be provided to the City for all liability relating in any way to the encroachment with the City of Toronto added as additional insured for such liability for the lifetime of the Agreement in a form as approved by the City Solicitor, in an amount no less than $2,000,000.00 or such greater amount as the City Solicitor may require;
j. That in the event of 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 General Manager of Transportation Services; and
k. The owner(s) pay the following fees:
a. Legal Administration Cost and Registration on Title, plus disbursements including H.S.T.
b. Encroachment rental fee of $517.07 (HST incl.).
2. Authorize the City Solicitor to prepare and execute the encroachment agreement. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision, provided that it is not amended so that it varies with City policy or by-laws.
The purpose of this report is to consider a request by the owner(s) of 100 Hollis Avenue, being a one-family detached dwelling, for an encroachment agreement. The proposed encroachments are in regard to a board on board fence with a gate, metal fence with a gate, hedges, river rocks, patio stones, connecting walkway, lights and a portion of an in- ground swimming pool, that are all located within the public right-of-way. |
Financial Impact |
There is no financial impact anticipated resulting from the adoption of this report. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Encroachment Agreement - 100 Hollis Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32315.pdf) Attachment 1 - Site Plan - 100 Hollis Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32316.pdf) |
SC37.8 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 36 |
Request to Grant or Refuse the Applications to Demolish Residential Buildings at 280 and 282 Scarborough Golf Club Road with No Building Permits Issued |
Origin |
(July 8, 2010) Report from Director, Toronto Building, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Toronto Building, Scarborough District, recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Approve the applications to demolish the subject residential buildings at 280 and 282 Scarborough Golf Club Road with the following conditions:
a. that a construction fence be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article III, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official;
b that all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition;
c. that the site be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 623-5 and 629-10, paragraph B;
d. that any holes on the property are backfilled with clean fill;
e. that in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 363-12, the applicant for the demolition permits constructs and substantially completes the new buildings to be erected on the site of the residential property to be demolished not later than two years from the day demolition of the existing buildings are commenced;
f. that on failure to complete the new building within the time specified in (e) above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, to be collected in like manner as municipal taxes, the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) for each dwelling unit contained in the residential property in respect of which the demolition permit is issued and that such sum shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the lands in respect of which the permit to demolish the residential property is issued; and
g. that all privately and publicly owned trees, which are protected by the City of Toronto By-laws, be protected in accordance with the By-laws during the demolition process. |
Summary |
This report is about a matter for which Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision.
In accordance with By-law No. 1009-2006, I refer the demolition permit applications for 280 and 282 Scarborough Golf Club Road to Scarborough Community Council to grant or refuse the applications, including any conditions, if any, to be attached to the permits. |
Financial Impact |
Future property tax revenues may be reduced due to a change in the property’s classification. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Demolition - 280 and 282 Scarborough Golf Club Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-31970.pdf) Attachments 1 and 2 - 280 and 282 Scarborough Golf Club Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-31971.pdf) |
SC37.9 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 36 |
Proposed Naming of a New Park to "Councillor Fred Johnson Park" |
Origin |
(July 19, 2010) Report from General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation |
Recommendations |
The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation Division recommends that Scarborough Community Council:
1. Name the new park situated east of the City-owned Campbell Estate on Kingston Road to “Councillor Fred Johnson Park” in honour of his significant contributions to the Scarborough Region. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to the request made at Scarborough Community Council (Item SC35.26) at its May 25, 2010 meeting regarding the naming of a new park, east of the City-owned Campbell Estate on Kingston Road in honour of Councillor Fred Johnson.
Parks, Forestry, and Recreation staff is recommending that the new park situated east of the City-owned Campbell Estate on Kingston Road be named “Councillor Fred Johnson Park” in honour of his significant contributions to the Scarborough region.
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Financial Impact |
There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Proposed Naming of a New Park (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32066.pdf) |
SC37.10 | ACTION |
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Ward: 42 |
Assumption of Services - West of Staines Road, East of Neilson Road, Morningside Heights Community - Mattamy (Staines) Limited, Phase 3 - Registered Plan of Subdivision 66M-2401 |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from City Solicitor |
Recommendations |
The City Solicitor recommends that:
1. City Council assume the services installed for Registered Plan 66M-2401 and that the City formally assume the roads within the Plan of Subdivision.
2. City Council authorize the Legal Services Division to release the performance guarantee with respect to this development Plan 66M-2401, except the amount of $180,000 will be held back to be released once the TTC advises that it has made satisfactory arrangements with the developer concerning a future bus loop facility to be located on Block 148, Plan 66M-2401.
3. City Council direct that an assumption By-law be prepared to assume the public highways and municipal services in Subdivision Plan 66M-2401.
4. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the assumption By-law in the Land Registry Office, at the expense of the Owner.
5. City Council authorize the City Clerk and Treasurer to sign any release or other documentation necessary to give effect thereto.
6. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within Plan of Subdivision No. 66M-2401 to Toronto Hydro. |
Summary |
This report requests Council’s authority for the City to assume the services with respect to the above development. |
Financial Impact |
The Recommendations have no financial impact beyond what has already been approved in the current year’s budget. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Assumption of Services - West of Staines Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32256.pdf) |
SC37.11 | ACTION |
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Ward: 42 |
Assumption of Services - For a portion of the Morningside Heights Community |
Origin |
(July 29, 2010) Report from City Solicitor |
Recommendations |
The City Solicitor recommends that:
1. City Council assume the services installed under the Core Services Agreement within the Morningside Heights Community, save and except the Outstanding Works listed in an Amending Agreement, to be entered into between the City and the original five Subdividers ("the Owners").
2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to finalize the Amending Agreement, to her satisfaction, and to arrange for its execution by the City and the Owners.
3. City Council direct that an assumption By-law be prepared to assume the public highways and municipal services in the Core Services Agreement upon execution of the Amending Agreement by all parties.
4. The City Solicitor be authorized and directed to register the assumption By-law in the Land Registry Office, at the expense of the Owner.
5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to release the performance guarantees held in respect of the municipal services covered under the Core Services Agreement with the exception of the following:
$2,135,000.00 – to be held to cover outstanding core work as set out in the Core Services Amending Agreement
$15,000.00 – to be held with respect to street lighting rectification on behalf of Toronto Hydro Electric System
6. City Council authorize the City Clerk and Treasurer to execute the Amending Agreement, and to sign any release or other documentation necessary to give effect thereto
7. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to transfer ownership of the street lighting system constructed within the Morningside Heights Community to Toronto Hydro. |
Summary |
This report requests Council’s authority for the City to assume certain core services with respect to the above development within Morningside Heights Community. |
Financial Impact |
The Recommendations have no financial impact beyond what has already been approved in the current year's budget. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Assumption of Services - Morningside Heights Community (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32409.pdf) |
SC37.12 | ACTION |
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Ward: 35 |
Proposed Parking Prohibition Amendments for the East Side of Warden Avenue from Eglinton Avenue East to Comstock Road, By-Law Housekeeping |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council rescind the parking regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Parking Prohibition Amendments for the East Side of Warden Avenue from Eglinton Avenue East to Comstock Road, By-Law Housekeeping” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. City Council enact the parking regulation, as identified in Appendix 2 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Parking Prohibition Amendments for the East Side of Warden Avenue from Eglinton Avenue East to Comstock Road, By-Law Housekeeping” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
3. City Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This report responds to a need to amend the parking regulation by-laws for consistency with the posted signage on the east side of Warden Avenue from Eglinton Avenue East to Comstock Road. |
Financial Impact |
There is no financial impact at this time. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Parking Prohibition - East Side of Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32149.pdf) Location Plan - East Side of Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32150.pdf) |
SC37.13 | ACTION |
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Ward: 35 |
Proposed Lane Designation - One Way Traffic Lanes, Eastbound and Westbound Right-Turn Lanes - St. Clair Avenue East and Warden Avenue |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council adopt the one way traffic lanes regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Lane Designation - One Way Traffic Lanes, Eastbound and Westbound Right-Turn Lanes - St. Clair Avenue East and Warden Avenue” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. City Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This report describes the need to enact one-way traffic lanes (lane designation) by-laws at a signalized intersection in the Scarborough Southwest Community of Warden Woods at St. Clair Avenue East and Warden Avenue.
Staff recommend the implementation of “One Way Traffic Lanes” by-laws (turning movement lanes) for eastbound and westbound traffic at the intersection of St. Clair Avenue East and Warden Avenue to clearly define traffic lane usage. This measure is being recommended to normalize traffic operations and mitigate any conflicting through and turning traffic movements. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of the requisite signage is approximately $500.00. Funding for the signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Lane Designation - St. Clair Avenue East and Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32152.pdf) Location Plan - St. Clair Avenue East and Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32153.pdf) |
SC37.14 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 36 |
Proposed Removal of a Disabled Parking Zone on the West Side of South Bonnington Avenue at 90 South Bonnington Avenue |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council rescind the no parking regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Removal of a Disabled Parking Zone on the West Side of South Bonnington Avenue at 90 South Bonnington Avenue” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. Scarborough Community Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to a concern regarding a redundant disabled parking zone in front of 90 South Bonnington Avenue. Transportation staff has confirmed that this disabled parking zone is no longer needed as the resident has moved.
It is recommended that “Disabled Parking Zone” signs and by-law be removed for the west side of South Bonnington Avenue directly in front of 90 South Bonnington Avenue. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of removing these parking prohibition signs is approximately $100.00. Funding for the signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Removal Disabled Parking Zone - South Bonnington Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32154.pdf) Location Plan - South Bonnington Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32155.pdf) |
SC37.15 | ACTION |
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Ward: 37, 40 |
Proposed Lane Designation - One Way Traffic Lanes, Southbound Right-Turn Lane and Westbound Right-Turn Lane - Ellesmere Road and Warden Avenue |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council adopt the one way traffic lanes regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Lane Designation - One Way Traffic Lanes, Southbound Right-Turn Lane and Westbound Right-Turn Lane - Ellesmere Road and Warden Avenue” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. City Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This report describes the need to enact one-way traffic lane (lane designation), by-laws at a signalized intersection in the Scarborough Centre/Agincourt Community at Ellesmere Road and Warden Avenue.
Staff recommend the implementation of “One Way Traffic Lanes” by-laws (turning movement lane) for southbound and westbound traffic at the intersection of Ellesmere Road and Warden Avenue to clearly define traffic lane usage. This measure is being recommended to normalize traffic operations and mitigate any conflicting through and turning traffic movements. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of the requisite signage is approximately $500.00. Funding for the signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Lane Designation - Ellesmere Road and Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32157.pdf) Location Plan - Ellesmere Road and Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32158.pdf) |
SC37.16 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 40 |
Proposed Heavy Truck Prohibition Amendments for the Renaming of Leafield Drive South to Leafield Drive |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council rescind the heavy truck regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Heavy Truck Prohibition Amendments for the Renaming of Leafield Drive South to Leafield Drive” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. Scarborough Community Council enact the heavy truck regulation, as identified in Appendix 2 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Proposed Heavy Truck Prohibition Amendments for the Renaming of Leafield Drive South to Leafield Drive” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
3. Scarborough Community Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report responds to the renaming of Leafield Drive South to Leafield Drive from south of Altair Avenue to Huntingwood Drive. Staff has confirmed the need for Heavy Truck Prohibitions on this residential roadway. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of installing the Heavy Truck Prohibition signage is approximately $200.00. Funding for the signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Heavy Truck Prohibition - Leafield Drive (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32160.pdf) Location Plan - Leafield Drive (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32161.pdf) |
SC37.17 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 41 |
Speed Limit Regulation on Lockie Avenue - From Midland Avenue to Agincourt Drive |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council enact the 40 km/h speed limit regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Speed Limit Regulation on Lockie Avenue - from Midland Avenue to Agincourt Drive” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. Scarborough Community Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This speed limit report on Lockie Avenue details the proposed change from the existing unposted 50 Km/h to a reduced posted 40 Km/h speed limit. This proposed speed limit is consistent with a local road that has elementary school frontage, a narrow road width and sidewalks on only one side of the street.
Community Council’s approval of a posted 40 Km/h speed limit on Lockie Avenue may enhance roadway operation and safety along the subject roadway. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of installing new speed limit signage is approximately $1,500.00. Funding for the signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TP0397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Speed Limit Regulation - Lockie Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32165.pdf) Location Plan - Lockie Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32166.pdf) |
SC37.18 | ACTION |
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Ward: 42 |
Morningside Heights Railway Whistling Cessation - Status Report |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council receive this report for information. |
Summary |
This status report on railway whistling cessation in the Morningside Heights community provides the results of the Consultant’s whistling cessation study and the next steps in the process. |
Financial Impact |
There is no financial impact at this time for receiving this report. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Morningside Heights Railway Whistling Cessation (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32167.pdf) Location Plan - Morningside Heights Whistling Cessation (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32168.pdf) |
SC37.19 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 44 |
Parking and Directional Regulations by the Roundabout - Port Union Road at Bridgend Street |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council rescind the compulsory stop sign and through street regulations, as shown in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Parking and Directional Regulations by the Roundabout - Port Union Road at Bridgend Street” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. Scarborough Community Council enact the stopping and heavy truck regulations, as identified in Appendix 2 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Parking and Directional Regulations by the Roundabout – Port Union Road at Bridgend Street” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
3. Scarborough Community Council pass or amend the appropriate By-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
The recently constructed Port Union Road roundabout requires various regulatory signage changes to efficiently manage traffic flow at the intersection of Port Union Road, Bridgend Street and the GO transit parking facility to the east of this intersection.
Community Council’s approval of the identified regulations will enhance traffic safety at this site and allow enforcement by the Toronto Police Service. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of installing these traffic and parking regulation signs is approximately $5,000.00. Funding for these compulsory signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TPO397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Parking - Port Union Road at Bridgend Street (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32169.pdf) Location Plan - Port Union Road at Bridgend Street (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32170.pdf) |
SC37.20 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 44 |
Compulsory Stop Controls - Evenwood Avenue at Closson Drive/Newmains Court |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council rescind the compulsory stop regulation, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Compulsory Stop Controls - Evenwood Avenue at Closson Drive/Newmains Court” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. Scarborough Community Council enact the compulsory stop regulation, as identified in Appendix 2 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Compulsory Stop Controls - Evenwood Avenue at Closson Drive/Newmains Court” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
3. Scarborough Community Council pass or amend the appropriate By-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
The purpose of this report is to advise on the feasibility of installing stop controls at this location and to clarify the direction of a previous decision of the Scarborough Community Council concerning these two intersections in Ward 44. |
Financial Impact |
The financial cost of installing two new compulsory stop signs is approximately $600.00. Funding for these compulsory signs is available in the Transportation Services 2010 Operating Budget, within Cost Centre TPO397. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Stop Controls - Evenwood Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32172.pdf) Location Plan - Evenwood Avenue at Closson Drive/Newmains Court (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32173.pdf) |
SC37.21 | ACTION |
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Delegated |
Ward: 44 |
Turning Prohibition Regulation Housekeeping on Manse Road |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Report from Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council rescind the prohibited turn regulations, as identified in Appendix 1 of the report dated July 20, 2010, entitled “Turning Prohibition Regulation Housekeeping on Manse Road” from the Director, Transportation Services, Scarborough District.
2. Scarborough Community Council pass or amend the appropriate by-law(s) accordingly. |
Summary |
This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
This report for Manse Road details the townhouse private driveway turning prohibition regulation change required to rescind the unsigned right-turn prohibition onto Manse Road.
Community Council’s approval of the regulation amendments will prevent these orphaned unsigned regulations from being unnecessarily consolidated into the Toronto Municipal Code. |
Financial Impact |
There is no financial impact associated with this report. |
Background Information |
Staff Report - Turning Prohibition - Manse Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32174.pdf) Location Plan - Manse Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32175.pdf) |
SC37.22 | ACTION |
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Ward: 35 |
80 Bell Estate Road - Rezoning Application - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 28, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 80 Bell Estate Road together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
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 a zoning by-law amendment application to permit the redevelopment and restoration of the Bell Estate property, which contains an old stone farm house designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, with 11 condominium townhouses and 2 condominium units within the Bell Estate farm house, for a total of 13 units.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
A final report will be prepared and a public meeting will be scheduled once all identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved and all required information is provided. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-5 - 80 Bell Estate Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32306.pdf) |
SC37.23 | ACTION |
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Ward: 36 |
Northeast Corner of Midland Avenue and St. Clair Avenue East - Rezoning Application - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 28, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at the northeast corner of Midland Avenue and St. Clair Avenue East together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
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 permit 22 freehold townhouse dwelling units to be developed within three townhouse blocks. Nineteen of the 22 townhouse dwelling units will be served by a common element condominium street while the remaining three dwelling units will be served by Olga Street. This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
The application has been circulated to City divisions and external agencies for comment. The report recommends that a community consultation meeting be scheduled by Community Planning staff, in consultation with the Ward Councillor. A final report and public meeting under the Planning Act is targeted for the first quarter of 2011, providing the applicant submits required information to staff and commenting agencies in a timely manner and any issues identified have been satisfactorily resolved. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-5 - Midland Avenue and St. Clair Avenue East (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32218.pdf) |
SC37.24 | ACTION |
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Ward: 37 |
1236 Birchmount Road & 2155 Lawrence Avenue East - Rezoning Application - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 28, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
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 to amend the zoning by-law seeks a revision to a previously approved residential development for a 14-storey, 156-unit affordable rental building by proposing an affordable ownership residential condominium with additional density. The application proposes to permit the construction of a 14-storey, 208-unit condominium building at 1236 Birchmount Road.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
A final report will be prepared and a public meeting scheduled once all identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved and all required information is provided. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-4 - 1236 Birchmount Road & 2155 Lawrence Avenue East (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32309.pdf) |
SC37.25 | ACTION |
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Ward: 41 |
Southwest of Alton Towers Circle and Goldhawk Trail - Rezoning and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 28, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands southwest of Alton towers Circle and Goldhawk Trail, together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
This application was made on June 1, 2010 and is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) is the owner of a 6.07 hectare vacant secondary school site that has been declared surplus. The Conseil Scolaire de District du Centre-Sud-Ouest (CSDCSO) is seeking to develop a French elementary school on the northern portion (1.95 hectares) of the lands and are submitting a site plan control application in the imminent future. The zoning by-law amendment and draft plan of subdivision applications apply to the southern portion of the lands (4.12 hectare), which are proposed for development as a residential subdivision of 76 single detached houses. A consent application to sever the lands as also been submitted.
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.
It is intended that a community consultation meeting be scheduled by staff, in consultation with the Ward Councillor. Upon the completion of the evaluation of the proposal, a Final Report will be prepared with notice for a public meeting. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-3 - Alton Towers Circle and Goldhawk Trail (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32220.pdf) |
SC37.26 | ACTION |
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Ward: 42 |
1088 Progress Avenue - Official Plan & Rezoning Application - Supplemental Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 22, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 1088 Progress Avenue, together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
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 a residential development with ground floor commercial at 1088 Progress Avenue. The proposal is contemplated to be developed in 2 separate phases. The first phase, located on the southern portion of the subject property, would consist of 104 stacked townhouses with underground parking. The second phase, located on the northern portion of the subject property, is contemplated to be developed as one of 3 potential options. These options include a development scheme of either 76 stacked townhouses, an 18-storey, 155-unit residential building with 870 square metres of ground floor commercial space, or, two residential buildings of 15 and 18 storeys having a total of 280 units and 1,010 square metres of ground floor commercial space. The total density proposed on the entire property could be 180, 259 or 384 residential units with the commercial space as noted above, depending on the option selected for the second phase.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted revised application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
The application should proceed through the planning review process including the scheduling of a community consultation meeting. A final report will be prepared and a public meeting will be scheduled once all the identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-8 - 1088 Progress Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32255.pdf) |
SC37.27 | ACTION |
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Ward: 42 |
24 Massie Street - Rezoning and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 24 Massie Street, together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
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 existing zoning to permit 4 detached and 12 semi-detached residential units as shown on the draft plan of subdivision, at 24 Massie Street.
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.
The application should proceed through the planning review process including the scheduling of a community consultation meeting. A final report will be prepared and a public meeting will be scheduled once all the identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved and all required information is provided. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-5 - 24 Massie Street (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32221.pdf) |
SC37.28 | ACTION |
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Ward: 44 |
4338 Lawrence Avenue East and City-owned Lands - Rezoning Application - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 27, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 4338 Lawrence Avenue East and City-owned lands, together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the Public Meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.
4. The applicant be required to submit a draft plan of subdivision in support of this application, having particular regard to the issues raised in this report. |
Summary |
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 24 single detached residential units at 4334-4340 Lawrence Avenue East and on adjacent City-owned lands.
This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.
The application has been circulated to City divisions and external agencies, where appropriate, for comment. The report recommends that a community consultation meeting be scheduled by City Planning staff, in consultation with the Ward Councillor. A final report and a public meeting under the Planning Act is targeted for the first quarter of 2011, providing the applicant submits required information in a timely manner and any identified issues have been satisfactorily resolved. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-4 - 4338 Lawrence Avenue East (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32222.pdf) |
SC37.29 | ACTION |
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Ward: 44 |
363 Old Kingston Road - Official Plan, Rezoning & Site Plan Applications - Preliminary Report |
Origin |
(July 28, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 363 Old Kingston Road together with the Ward Councillor.
2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.
3. Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act. |
Summary |
These applications were made after January 1, 2007 and are subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
An official plan amendment, zoning by-law amendment (Application Number10 201252 ESC 44 OZ) and site plan control application (Application Number 10 201690 ESC 44 SA) have been submitted for a 39 unit, three-storey residential building having an approximate gross floor area of 2 559 square metres (27,545.75 square feet). An official plan amendment application is required to provide for the proposed multiple-family residential building at a density of 166 units per hectare while the Highland Creek Community Secondary Plan provides for a maximum density of 37 units per hectare. The zoning by-law amendment is required to permit residential uses as the existing by-law only permits highway commercial uses and places of worship.
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.
These applications have been circulated to City divisions and external agencies for comment. The report recommends that a community consultation meeting be scheduled by Community Planning staff, in consultation with the Ward Councillor. A final report and public meeting under the Planning Act is targeted for the first quarter of 2011, providing the applicant submits required information to staff and commenting agencies in a timely manner and any issues identified have been satisfactorily resolved. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-5 - 363 Old Kingston Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32225.pdf) |
SC37.30 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 39, 40 |
Finch Warden Revitalization Study – Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands in the Finch Warden Study Area substantially in accordance with the draft official plan amendment attached as Attachment 6.
2. City Council endorse the Finch Warden Revitalization Study attached as Attachment 4 to guide future development in the area.
3. City Council adopt the Urban Design Guidelines contained in Chapter 5 of the Finch Warden Revitalization Study.
4. Authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft official plan amendment as may be required.
5. City Council provide copies of the study to the following agencies for their review and consideration in planning for services, prioritizing investment and responding to community concerns: Toronto Hydro, Toronto District School Board (TDSB), Toronto Catholic District School Board (TDCSB), Toronto Water, Parks, Forestry and Recreation, Central East Local Health Integration Network (CELIHN), and the Neighbourhood Action Team (NAT/NAP).
6. City Council request Transportation Services to investigate and consider measures, such as signals and/or crosswalks, to facilitate pedestrian crossings of Finch Avenue between Warden and Pharmacy Avenues, and Warden Avenue, south of Finch Avenue.
7. City Council request Parks, Forestry and Recreation, in consultation with the Ward Councillors and Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to investigate park improvements within the study area and immediate neighbourhoods, and allocate the entire amount above 5% cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication collected from those developments in the study area subject to the Alternate Rate Parkland Dedication By-law, to acquire new parkland or be used for improvements to parks within the vicinity of the study area. |
Summary |
This City-initiated amendment is subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
The report presents the conclusions of the Finch Warden Revitalization Study. To implement this Study, the report recommends approval of an amendment to the Official Plan as shown on Attachment 6. It also recommends the endorsement of the Finch Warden Revitalization Study and the adoption of the Urban Design Guidelines and revitalization principles, including conceptual master plans contained within Chapter 5. The study will provide guidance for reviewing current and future development applications and will provide a framework for co-ordinated, long-term incremental public and private reinvestment that will strengthen the area. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report & Attachments 1-3, 5-7 - Finch Warden Revitalization Study (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32292.pdf) |
SC37.31 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 39 |
2900 Warden Avenue - Official Plan and Rezoning Applications - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 29, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the official plan, for the lands at 2900 Warden Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft official plan amendment attached as Attachment No. 6.
2. City Council amend the L’Amoreaux Community Zoning By-law #12466, as amended, for the lands at 2900 Warden Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment No. 7.
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 Bill to City Council for enactment, City Council shall require:
a. the Owner to enter into an agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, and the City Solicitor, such agreement to be registered on title to the lands to secure the following benefit:
i. A cash contribution of $1,600,000 to be paid as follows: $800,000 payable to the City of Toronto, prior to the issuance of a building permit for Phase 1 and $800,000 prior to the issuance of a building permit for Phase 2. These funds are to be used towards a capital expansion of the Bridlewood Branch of the Toronto Public Library of up to 1,394 square metres (15,000 square feet), to be provided in accordance with the terms of the agreement, or towards other eligible local community benefits as may be determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, in consultation with the Ward Councillor. The payment shall be indexed from the date of the execution of the agreement in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto.
b. The following matters to be secured in the Section 37 agreement as a legal convenience to support development:
i. the requirement for the owner to have approval of a comprehensive site plan control agreement between the Owner and the City under Section 41(16) of the Planning Act and Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, with plans at a scale of 1:50 secured by appropriate letters of credit to the satisfaction of the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District;
ii. the Owner shall be required to pay the library service component of the Development Charge By-law for the entire development prior to the issuance of the first permit with no provision for interest or credit for future increases in the Development Charge By-law;
iii. design and construction of a publicly accessible ‘urban plaza’ located at the intersection of Warden and Finch Avenues to the satisfaction of the Director, Community Planning;
iv. design and construction of a publicly accessible pedestrian link to the Cemetery, to the satisfaction of the Director, Community Planning;
v. applicant to submit an application under Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 813, Trees, Articles II and III, for the City-owned street trees and private trees that qualify for protection, and are proposed to be removed as part of the proposal, and to complete the application review process;
vi. the Owner shall be required to follow the Phasing Plan dated, June 17, 2010 submitted by Bousefields Inc. as generally set out in Attachment 9; and
vii. additional matters in support of the development, to be secured in the Section 37 agreement, as a legal convenience, are set out in Attachment 8 (Matters to be Secured in the Section 37 Agreement) of this report.
5. Requirement of the Owner to submit a condominium application once zoning, official plan and site plan approvals are in place.
6. City Council direct staff to take the necessary actions required to authorize a Development Charge Credit for the library service component of the development. |
Summary |
These applications were made after January 1, 2007 and are subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
The applicant proposes to rezone the lands at 2900 Warden Avenue to permit a phased mixed-use development consisting of the retention and expansion of the existing mall with additional retail floor area and the introduction of 8 residential buildings ranging in height from 7 to 25 storeys and comprising a total of 975 residential units.
The applicant also proposes a site specific amendment to the official plan to add a site-specific policy to the subject lands which specifies that, as an alternative to affordable housing, the first priority community benefit pursuant to Section 37 be the improvement or expansion of community services and facilities on site or in the area.
Concurrent with the review of the subject application, staff conducted a local area revitalization study for the broader community in accordance with the direction received from Planning and Growth Management Committee.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the official plan and zoning by-law to allow for a phased development. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-9 - 2900 Warden Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32437.pdf) |
Communications |
(July 26, 2010) E-mail from Kam Chun Ho (SC.Main.SC37.31.1) (July 26, 2010) Letter from A. Hogenboom (SC.Main.SC37.31.2) (August 2, 2010) E-mail from Anthony Kwan (SC.Main.SC37.31.3) (August 4, 2010) E-mail from Patricia A. McKay (SC.Main.SC37.31.4) |
SC37.32 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 37 |
1973 Victoria Park Avenue (1955-1991 Victoria Park Avenue) - Official Plan, Rezoning & Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion Applications - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 29, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 1973 Victoria Park Ave. (1955 to 1991 Victoria Park Ave.) substantially in accordance with the draft official plan amendment attached as Attachment 8.
2. City Council amend the Maryvale Community Zoning By-law No. 9366, for the lands at 1973 Victoria Park Avenue (1955 to 1991 Victoria Park Avenue) substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 9.
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 to City Council for enactment, City Council require the applicant to enter into an agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, and the City Solicitor such agreement to be registered on title to the lands to secure the following facilities, services and matters:
i. a cash contribution of $400,000 (indexed annually in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto from the date the Zoning by-law comes into full force and effect) payable to the City of Toronto prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development, for the relocation and/or expansion of the Maryvale Branch Library located in the Parkway Mall (85 Ellesmere Road);
ii. a cash contribution of $300,000 (indexed annually in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto from the date the Zoning by-law comes into full force and effect) payable to the City of Toronto prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development for improvements to Maryvale Park and/or the Ellesmere Community Centre;
iii. a cash contribution of $100,000 (indexed annually in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto from the date the Zoning by-law comes into full force and effect) payable to the City of Toronto prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development for capital improvements to and/or restoration of O’Connor Heritage House (60 Rowena Drive);
iv. the provision and maintenance on the site of not less than 86 new replacement rental dwelling units, comprising 26 three-bedroom dwelling units, 54 two-bedroom dwelling units and 6 one-bedroom dwelling units, of which at least 43 dwelling units shall have affordable rents and the remaining dwelling units shall have rents no higher than mid-range rents. The replacement rental dwelling units shall generally be of the same type and size as contained in the existing buildings on the subject site at the date of enactment of the zoning by-law amendment. The applicant shall provide tenant relocation assistance for tenants in the existing buildings in accordance with the detailed terms as set out in the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 9; and
v. the provision of indexed, Letters of Credit to secure the replacement of the 56 rental apartment units prior to the issuance of a demolition permit for the rental housing buildings remaining after issuance of permits for the first rental housing buildings units in an amount and to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and the City Solicitor in accordance with the terms as set out in the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 9.
5. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing seven buildings that include 84 residential rental dwelling units located at 1973 Victoria Park Avenue (1955 to 1991 Victoria Park Avenue) pursuant to Municipal Code Chapters 667 and 363 subject to the following conditions under Chapter 667 which provide for replacement of the rental housing units:
a. the applicant shall provide and maintain 86 residential rental dwelling units, 43 of which shall have affordable rents and the remainder shall have rents no higher than mid-range rents on the subject site;
b. the applicant shall enter into, and register on title, one or more Section 111 Agreements to secure the conditions outlined in (a) above and as detailed in the draft zoning by-law amendment (Attachment 9), to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and the City Solicitor;
c. the provision of indexed, Letters of Credit to secure the replacement of the 56 rental apartment units prior to the issuance of a demolition permit for the rental housing buildings remaining after issuance of permits for the first rental housing buildings units in an amount and to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division and the City Solicitor in accordance with the terms as set out in the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 9;
d. the applicant shall enter into and register, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the lands, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, without the written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or his designate, to assist with securing the Section 111 Agreement against future owners and encumbrances of the lands; and
e. the applicant shall first seek and obtain a building permit for the initial 30 replacement rental (townhouse) units prior to any other building permit on site.
6. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division to issue a preliminary approval to the application under Municipal Code Chapter 667 for any of the existing rental housing buildings in any specific phase of the development after the latest of the following has occurred:
i. the satisfaction of the conditions in Recommendation 5;
ii. the official plan amendment and zoning by-law amendment in Recommendations Nos.1 and 2 have come into full force and effect; and
iii. the issuance of the site plan approval for the development by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or his designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
7. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a Section 111 permit under Municipal Code Chapter 667 after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, has given the preliminary approval in Recommendation 6 for any of the existing rental housing buildings in any specific phase of the development.
8. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act for any of the rental housing buildings no earlier than issuance of the first building permit for the foundation of the buildings in that phase of the development, and after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the preliminary approval in Recommendation No. 6, which permit may be included in the demolition permit for Chapter 667 under 363-11.1E, of the Municipal Code, on condition that:
a. the owner erect a residential building on site no later than three (3) years from the date the permit is issued for demolition of the buildings; and
b. should the owner fail to complete the new building within the time specified in condition 8(a), the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, to be collected in a like manner as municipal taxes, the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000) for each dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such sum shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the demolition permit is issued.
9. Prior to introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the applicant to submit for review and approval, a Functional Servicing Report which demonstrates that the development can be serviced and which identifies any improvements that may be required to the existing services or services to be up-graded, at the cost to the applicant, to the satisfaction of the Technical Services Division and the City Planning Division.
10. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take such actions as are necessary to implement the foregoing, including execution of the Section 37 and Section 111 agreements. |
Summary |
These applications were made after January 1, 2007 and are subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
These applications propose amendments to the official plan and zoning by-law and approval of a rental housing demolition and conversion application to permit the demolition of 84 existing grade-related rental dwelling units (townhouses) and redevelopment of the site with 86 rental townhouses and rental apartment dwellings and three condominium buildings containing 575 dwelling units. A total of 661 residential units are proposed on the site.
This report reviews and recommends approval of applications to amend the official plan and zoning by-law, including the requirement for community benefits in return for the increased height and density, pursuant to the provisions of Section 37 of the Planning Act. This report also recommends approval of the rental housing demolition application under Municipal Code 667. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-9 - 1973 Victoria Park Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32411.pdf) |
Communications |
(May 18, 2010) Letter from Maryvale Community Association (SC.Main.SC37.32.1) (July 25, 2010) E-mail from Denise Hayward (SC.Main.SC37.32.2) |
SC37.33 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 40 |
2002 Pharmacy Avenue and 2992 Sheppard Avenue East - Rezoning Application - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 27, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the L’Amoreaux Community Zoning By-law No. 12466, as amended, for the lands at 2002 Pharmacy Avenue and 2992 Sheppard Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 7.
2. City Council amend the Scarborough Site Plan Control By-law No. 2319 substantially in accordance with the draft site plan control by-law attached as Attachment 8.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft zoning by-law amendment and draft site plan control by-law as may be required.
4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require:
a. the Owner to enter into an agreement with the City pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act, to secure the following benefit:
i. a cash contribution of $300,000, payable to the City of Toronto, prior to the issuance of a building permit, to be used towards the capital expansion of the Bridlewood Branch of the Toronto Public Library. This payment shall be indexed from the date of the execution of the agreement in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto.
b. the Owner to provide a title opinion to the City for the agreement’s registration to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. |
Summary |
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 L’Amoreaux Community Zoning By-law No. 12466 of the former City of Scarborough in order to permit a 14 storey apartment building (condominium) with 141 apartment dwelling units, two integrated townhouse units and grade-related retail floor space fronting Sheppard Avenue East. Four levels of underground parking are proposed. Right-in and right-out only driveway access is proposed from both Sheppard Avenue East and Pharmacy Avenue.
The development proposes an appropriate level of intensification at the intersection of two major streets, Sheppard Avenue East and Pharmacy Avenue. Sheppard Avenue East will benefit from an improved level of transit service once the Sheppard Avenue East Light Rail Transit (LRT) is operable. An LRT stop is proposed in close proximity to the site. The proposed height, density and scale of the development are appropriate for the site and local area.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the zoning by-law, including the requirement for community benefits in return for the increased height and density, pursuant to the provisions of Section 37 of the Planning Act. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-8 - 2002 Pharmacy Avenue and 2992 Sheppard Avenue East (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32312.pdf) |
SC37.34 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 40 |
2901 and 2925 Sheppard Avenue East - Rezoning Application - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend Zoning By-law No. 10717 (Sullivan Community) for the lands at 2901 and 2925 Sheppard Avenue East, substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 8.
2. City Council amend Site Plan Control By-law No. 21319 for the lands at 2901 and 2925 Sheppard Avenue East, substantially in accordance with the draft site plan control by-law amendment attached as Attachment 9.
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. |
Summary |
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 applicant has submitted a rezoning application for the lands at 2901 and 2925 Sheppard Avenue East to permit the construction of a 3-storey, mixed-use building with the first 2 storeys being used for retail purposes and the third floor for medical offices. The applicant has also filed an application for site plan approval.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the zoning by-law. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-9 - 2901 and 2925 Sheppard Avenue East (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32228.pdf) |
SC37.35 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 41 |
8 and 10 Donalda Crescent - Official Plan & Rezoning Application - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the official plan, for the lands at 8 and 10 Donalda Crescent substantially in accordance with the draft official plan amendment attached as Attachment 5.
2. City Council amend the Agincourt Community Zoning By-law No.10076, for the lands at 8 and 10 Donalda Crescent substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 6.
3. City Council amend Site Plan Control By-law 21319 to designate the lands at 8 and 10 Donalda Crescent as a site plan control area, substantially in accordance with the draft site plan control by-law attached as Attachment 7.
4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft official plan amendment, draft zoning by-law amendment and draft site plan control by-law as may be required. |
Summary |
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.
The applicant proposes to amend the official plan and zoning by-law for the lands at 8 and 10 Donalda Crescent in order to combine the parcels with the Ogden Funeral Home lands located at 4164 Sheppard Avenue East, to provide additional surface parking. The property at 10 Donalda Crescent is mostly paved and contains two sheds and one detached garage while 8 Donalda Crescent contains a one-storey dwelling proposed to be demolished.
The proposed land use with associated zoning amendment is appropriate for the subject lands. The official plan and zoning by-law amendment provides an opportunity to provide additional needed parking spaces for the existing Ogden Funeral Home operation while preserving and protecting the residential neighbourhood to the north of Donalda Crescent.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the official plan and zoning by-law to allow additional surface parking spaces for the Ogden Funeral Home.
This report also recommends that the site plan control by-law be amended to include the subject site. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-7 - 8 and 10 Donalda Crescent (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32254.pdf) |
SC37.36 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 42 |
Southeast corner of Staines Road and Steeles Avenue East & 2-34 Palk Lane - Rezoning and Draft Plan of Subdivision Applications - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 27, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Morningside Heights Zoning By-law for the lands at the southeast corner of Staines Road and Steeles Avenue East, and 2-34 Palk Lane, substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 6.
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. That in accordance with the delegated approval under by-law 229-2000, City Council be advised that the Chief Planner may approve the draft plan of subdivision, generally as illustrated on Attachment 3, subject to:
a. the appropriate conditions, generally as listed in Attachment 7, which must be fulfilled prior to the release of the plan of subdivision for registration;
b. any such revisions to the proposed subdivision plan or any such additional or modified conditions as the Chief Planner may deem to be appropriate to address matters arising from the on-going technical review of this development; and,
c. draft plan approval not being issued until the necessary zoning by-law Bill is in full force and effect. |
Summary |
These applications were made on or after January 1, 2007 and are subject to the new provisions of the Planning Act and the City of Toronto Act, 2006.
The applications are for a rezoning and approval of a plan of subdivision in order to permit a development of 16 townhouses that will have frontages on Staines Road and vehicular access from a rear public lane (Palk Lane). The lands are located on the east side of Staines Road, immediately south of Steeles Avenue East.
The subject property represents one of the remaining properties within the Morningside Heights Community to be developed for residential uses and brings the Community closer to completion. The proposed townhouse use is consistent with the Morningside Heights Secondary Plan. The proposed public lane within the development scheme provides access to the individual townhouses but also provides access to the existing single family residence immediately to the east (Frost residence). |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-7 - Staines Road - Palk Lane (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32232.pdf) |
SC37.37 | ACTION |
1:30 PM |
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Ward: 44 |
6490 Kingston Road - Rezoning Application - Final Report |
Public Notice Given |
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990 |
Origin |
(July 26, 2010) Report from Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District |
Recommendations |
The City Planning Division recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Highland Creek Community Zoning By-law No. 10827, as amended, for the southeast portion of the lands at 6490 Kingston Road, substantially in accordance with the draft zoning by-law amendment attached as Attachment 6.
2. City Council amend Site Plan Control By-law No. 21319 substantially in accordance with the draft site plan control by-law attached as Attachment 7.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft zoning by-law amendment and draft site plan control by-law as may be required. |
Summary |
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 zoning by-law amendment application proposes the development of three freehold street townhouses fronting on Kingston Road on the southeast portion of the site at 6490 Kingston Road.
The proposed land use is consistent with the Neighbourhoods policies of the Official Plan, and Site and Area Specific Policy No. 6 of the Highland Creek Community Secondary Plan. The proposed lot sizes and built form are compatible with other townhouse development in the surrounding area.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Highland Creek Community Zoning By-law No. 10827 from a Single-Family Residential (S) Zone to a Street Townhouse (ST) Zone to permit three freehold townhouses.
The report also recommends that the townhouse site be placed under site plan control. |
Financial Impact |
The recommendations in this report have no financial impact. |
Background Information |
Staff Report and Attachments 1-7 - 6490 Kingston Road (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32237.pdf) |
SC37.38 | ACTION |
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Ward: 35 |
Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - 140 Westbourne Avenue - Committee of Adjustment Decision |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Letter from Councillor Heaps |
Recommendations |
It is recommended that:
1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding the variance application at 140 Westbourne Avenue (File B006/10SC, A017/10SC & A018/10SC). |
Summary |
Request to send City legal representation to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) to uphold the decision made by Committee of Adjustment, Scarborough Panel, to refuse the application for the property at 140 Westbourne Avenue (File B006/10SC, A017/10SC & A018/10SC). |
Background Information |
Letter from Councillor Heaps - OMB Hearing - 140 Westbourne Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32038.pdf) Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision B006/10SC (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32055.pdf) Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision A017/10SC (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32056.pdf) Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision A018/10SC (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32057.pdf) |
SC37.39 | ACTION |
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Ward: 35 |
Ontario Municipal Board Hearing - 149 Westbourne Avenue - Committee of Adjustment Decision |
Origin |
(July 20, 2010) Letter from Councillor Heaps |
Recommendations |
It is recommended that:
1. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment's decision regarding the variance application at 149 Westbourne Avenue (File B056/09SC, A0234/09SC & A235/09SC). |
Summary |
Request to send City legal representation to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) to uphold the decision made by Committee of Adjustment, Scarborough Panel, to refuse the application for the property at 149 Westbourne Avenue (File B056/09SC, A0234/09SC & A235/09SC). |
Background Information |
Letter from Councillor Heaps - OMB Hearing - 149 Westbourne Avenue (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32058.pdf) Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision B056/09SC (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32059.pdf) Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision A0234/09SC (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32060.pdf) Committee of Adjustment Notice of Decision A235/09SC (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-32061.pdf) |
SC37.Bills | ACTION |
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Delegated |
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General Bills Confirmatory Bills |