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Toronto and East York Community Council


Meeting No. 30   Contact Rosalind Dyers, Committee Administrator
Meeting Date Tuesday, January 12, 2010
  Phone 416-392-7033
Start Time 9:30 AM
  E-mail teycc@toronto.ca
Location Committee Room 1, City Hall
  Chair   Councillor Pam McConnell  


Toronto and East York Community Council

Councillor Sandra Bussin

Councillor Janet Davis

Councillor Paula Fletcher

Councillor Adam Giambrone

Councillor Pam McConnell (Chair)

Councillor Joe Mihevc

Councillor Case Ootes

Councillor Joe Pantalone 

Councillor Gord Perks

Councillor Kyle Rae

Councillor Adam Vaughan

     (Vice-Chair)

Councillor Michael Walker

 

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Schedule of Timed Items

10:00 a.m.:       Items TE30.1 to TE30.11

11:00 a.m.:       Items TE30.12 to TE30.25

1:30 p.m.:         Items TE30.39.

2:00 p.m.:         Items TE30.26 to TE30.38.

 

Declaration of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act

 

Confirmation of Minutes – November 10, 2009

 

Speakers/Presentations – A complete list will be distributed at the meeting

 

Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Bill to Confirm the Proceedings of Community Council will be last items.

TE30.1

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 18 

Final Report - Queen Street West - Restaurant Study
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86 as amended, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 2 to the report dated December 14, 2009 from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

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.         City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, through the Zoning By-law Project, in consultation with Municipal Licensing and Standards and Toronto Building, to report to Planning and Growth Management Committee on potential amendments to the City-wide By-law regarding restaurants and related uses. 

Summary

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

 

The proposal is to amend Zoning By-law 438-86 to implement additional restrictions on restaurants and related uses on Queen Street West, between Dovercourt Road and Gladstone Avenue, in Ward 18.

 

Staff are recommending a number of amendments to the Zoning By-law that seek to balance the concerns of the residents and the business/property owners relating to the impacts of restaurants and related uses.  The cumulative effects of the amendments will help to limit the impacts of restaurants and related uses on the nearby residential area, while still allowing new restaurants and related uses.

 

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

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.1 - Staff Report - Queen St West - Restaurant Study - Final Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25913.pdf)


TE30.2

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 18 

Zoning Amendment – 150 Sudbury Street
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(November 23, 2008) Report from Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend the definition of artist live/work studio in Zoning By-law No. 1169-2990 , Section 14 to read: artist live/work studio shall mean a dwelling unit containing a studio space for the production of art and that a minimum of 20 of such units in Building A will be rented at no more than 0.8 times the CMHC average market rent for dwelling units of similar size in the City of Toronto and inhabited only by a working artist and his or her household.

 

2.         City Council authorize the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District to enter into an agreement with Artscape to secure the provision and maintenance of 20 affordable rental units and 48 below-market ownership units, as identified in the amended zoning By-law.

 

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to amend the Section 37 agreement to address the amendment to Zoning By-law 1169-2009.

 

4.         City Council direct staff to attend any OMB hearing on this matter in support of the zoning change, if required.

Summary

On January 8, 2008, the Ontario Municipal Board approved By-law No.1169-2009 with respect to the lands at 150 Sudbury Street. Contained within the By-law was a mechanism allowing Artscape, a non-profit organization that works with artists, to buy units at below market cost from the developer for rent to artists as live/work studios. Artscape, in consultation with City staff, the developer and the local Councillor have determined that the mechanism, and therefore the By-law, needs to be amended to allow Artscape to sell some of the units as below-market ownership units, while maintaining a minimum number of units being retained as affordable rental. This report recommends the required amendment to the By-law. In addition, this report recommends that the City and Artscape enter into an agreement to secure conditions related to the Artscape units.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.2 - Staff Report - 150 Sudbury Street - Zoning Amendment
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25914.pdf)


TE30.3

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 20 

300 Front Street West - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Supplementary Report
Origin
(December 2, 2009) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended, for the lands at 300 Front Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment provided in Attachment 1.

 

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required to implement the intent of this report.

 

3.         City Council determine that no further notice is required.

Summary

At its meeting of May 26 and 27, 2008, Council approved the application for redevelopment of the site at 300 Front Street West for a mixed-use building ranging in height from 16- to 52-storeys, with commercial uses at grade. At that time, Council approved a draft Zoning By-law. Since then, during the course of refining the Site Plan Approval drawings, certain changes to the draft Zoning By-law have become necessary. This supplementary report recommends a revised draft Zoning By-law for approval including a revised height map.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.3 - Staff Report - 300 Front Street West - Supplementary Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25915.pdf)


TE30.4

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 27 

Request for Direction Report - 21 Avenue Road - Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning Applications
Origin
(December 23, 2009) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City Staff to attend the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) to oppose the OMB appeal made by the applicant for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment Application No.07 289063 STE 27 OZ.

 

2.         City Council instruct the City Solicitor to advise the OMB that Council would support an alternate Development Strategy for the lands known municipally as 21 Avenue Road substantially as set out in Attachment No.10 to the report dated December 23, 2009 from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, and as noted within this report.

 

3.         In the event the OMB allows the appeal and permits the proposed development, City Council also instruct the City Solicitor to request the OMB to require the applicant to enter into an agreement to secure the provision of public benefits and related matters as deemed appropriate by the Chief Planner, pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act.

Summary

The applicant has appealed the Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning Applications to the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) due to Council’s failure to make a decision within the time allotted by the Planning Act. A second pre-hearing conference on this file is set for February 1, 2010 and a hearing is set to commence on March 22, 2010.

 

The purpose of this report is to seek direction from City Council on the position to be taken at a forthcoming Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) hearing scheduled for March 22, 2010.

 

The application before the OMB is to permit the demolition of the existing Four Season Hotel and in its place proposes a 3-storey base building with three levels of retail. The proposed development would have at the north end of the base building an east-west orientated residential ‘slab like’ building of 28 storeys (90.5 metres to roof, 97 metres to the top of mechanical penthouse) and at the southern end of the base building, a 40-storey residential tower (136.75 metres to roof and 143.25 metres to the top of mechanical penthouse).Vehicular access to the site is proposed to be by way of a two-way north-south orientated driveway from both Yorkville Avenue and Cumberland Street.

 

The proposed massing represents an over-development of the site and would set a negative precedent in terms of the application of the City’s built form policies and guidelines for tall building development.

 

This report has identified that the proposal is located on a prominent site in terms of its relationship to an important vista of a sensitive historic environment (Ontario Legislative Assembly) within the City of Toronto. The proposed height of the building at the southern end of the site distracts and compromises this important vista. The report further demonstrates that when viewed from the north side of College Street, the tall building at the southern end of the site creates a negative visual impact.

 

The proposal in its current form does not meet the Official Plan policy of adequately limiting the impacts of shadows. In the context of a review of the building separation distance and proposed floor plate size, the proposal does not adequately address privacy impacts nor are views through and around the site sufficiently addressed.

 

After further review of applicable policies and guidelines, the findings of an independent view-shed analysis and review of the revised application materials, planning staff have compiled a Development Strategy where development may be considered at 21 Avenue Road (Attachment No.10).

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE30.4 - Staff Report - 21 Avenue Road - Request for Direction Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26149.pdf)

TE30.4 - Staff Report - 21 Avenue Road - OPA and Rezoning - Notice of Pending Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25916.pdf)


TE30.5

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 28 

Final Report – 589 King Street East - Rezoning Application to Remove the Holding Symbol (“h”)
Origin
(November 24, 2009) Report from Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law No.1996-0236 substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as shown on Attachment 2 to the report dated November 24, 2009, from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, to remove application of the holding symbol (“h”) from the lands municipally known as 589 King Street East being Blocks 1, 2, and 25 on the West Don Lands Phase 1 M-plan.

 

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.         Prior to the introduction of the necessary Bill for enactment of the Zoning By-law Amendment, City Council require:

 

a.         The owner to register on title the West Don Lands Phase 1 Plan of Subdivision and subdivision agreement.

 

b.         A Record of Site Condition for the subject lands be completed to the City’s satisfaction.

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.

 

A zoning by-law amendment application has been filed proposing the removal of the holding symbol (“h”), pursuant to Section 36 of the Planning Act on the lands municipally known as 589 King Street East, Blocks 1, 2 and 25 as identified on the West Don Lands M-plan.  These lands are part of the West Don Lands Precinct plan area.  This will allow the development of the Toronto Community Housing Corporation’s (TCHC) affordable housing project with commercial uses at grade to proceed.

 

The King Parliament Zoning By-law 1996-0236 contemplates the removal of the holding symbol when specific conditions have been satisfied.

 

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
TE30.5 - Staff Report - 589 King Street East. Rezoning Application
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25917.pdf)


TE30.6

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 28 

Request for Directions Report - 15 York Street
Origin
(November 30, 2009) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to amend the Section 16 Agreement for 15 York Street as follows:

 

-           Revise the minimum hotel gross floor area to 13,750 sq m from 13,910 sq m.

 

-           Revise the dimensions of the canopy for weather protection requirements to permit a section of the canopy that is less than 3 m in depth and more than 5 m in height.

Summary

The purpose of this report is to seek Council authorization to amend the Section 16 Agreement for 15 York Street to reflect minor changes to hotel gross floor area and a small portion of the canopy height and depth.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE30.6 - Staff Report - 15 York Street - Request for Direction Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25918.pdf)


TE30.7

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 29 

Final Report - 2 O'Connor Drive, 2, 6 and 12 Fernwood Gardens - Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning Applications and Demolition Application under Municipal Code Chapter 667
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council authorize an amendment to the Official Plan substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No.1 to the report dated December 14, 2009 from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         City Council authorize an amendment to Zoning By-law 6752, as amended, for the former Borough of East York, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 2.

 

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.         City Council approve the application to demolish the 36 rental housing units located at 2, 6, and 12 Fernwood Gardens pursuant to Municipal Code Chapters 667 and 363, subject to the following conditions under Chapter 667:

 

a.         The owner provide assistance to the tenants in the existing rental units as provided for in the approved Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan.

 

b.         That the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments in Recommendations 1 and 2 have come into full force and effect.

 

c.         The owner enter into, and register on title, an agreement or notice thereof, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, which secures the conditions outlined above in items a. and b. of this Recommendation.

 

5.         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 pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act after the satisfaction of the following conditions:

 

a.         That the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments have come into full force and effect.

 

b.         The satisfaction of the conditions in Recommendation 4.

 

c.         Site Plan Approval for the proposed development is issued pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 and pursuant to the Zoning By-law Amendment.

 

6.         Before introducing the necessary Bills for enactment, City Council require the owner to convey the valley/hazard lands, including all lands up to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority’s staked top-of-bank line, to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority for a nominal sum of two dollars ($2).

 

7.         Before introducing the necessary Bills for enactment, City Council authorize the appropriate City officials and require the owner to enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the protection and long term maintenance of the heritage property at 2 O’Connor Drive, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division.

 

8.         Before introducing the necessary Bills, City Council authorize the appropriate City officials and require the owner to execute one or more agreements pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and City Solicitor.  The agreement(s) are to be registered on title to the lands in a manner satisfactory to the City Solicitor and to secure the following facilities, services and matters from the owner at its expense:

 

a.         A Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, that requires the owner to provide for each tenant of 2, 6, and 12 Fernwood Gardens assistance that includes at least a moving allowance and other financial assistance on a sliding scale geared to the length of occupancy of each tenant.

 

The following matters shall be secured in the Section 37 Agreement as a legal convenience to support development:

 

b.         A response, in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, to the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority’s comments contained within the September 30, 2009 memo, as they relate to natural heritage.

 

c.         A cost estimate, in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, for review and acceptance, for the proposed planting within the ravine and natural feature protected area, in addition to a cost estimate for the preparation and implementation of the ravine stewardship plan.

 

d.         A financial security, in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, as a security for implementing the planting plan within the ravine and natural feature protected area.

 

e.         Architectural plans at 1:100, elevations at 1:50 and landscaping plans at 1:100 to be secured to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner, and the owner will be required to, in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, submit such scaled drawings in conformity with this requirement.

 

f.          The owner shall incorporate in the construction of the building, and thereafter maintain, exterior building and landscape materials as shown on the plans and elevations referenced in e. above, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director.

 

g.         Final development plans and landscape plans that enhance the heritage character and views of the front façade of the heritage building and exterior lighting plan for the heritage building, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, in conjunction with the Site Plan Application.

 

h.         Prior to receiving Site Plan Approval, a revised Stormwater Management Report to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Technical Services.

 

i.          A detailed Conservation Plan, in conjunction with the Site Plan Application, which includes: as-found record of the existing house including photographs keyed to plans and elevations of all visible exteriors and interiors; detailed descriptions for the proposed heritage conservation work; description of the reversibility of alterations; schedule of long term conservation and maintenance requirements; and cost estimates for conservation work of the heritage property located at 2 O’Connor Drive, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division.

 

j.          The owner shall be encouraged to build in conformity with the Green Development Standard Checklist received by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, on December 30, 2008.

 

k.         The owner shall pay for and construct any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the Functional Servicing Report as accepted by the Executive Director of Technical Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required to support the development.

 

9.         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 5.

 

10.       City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act no earlier than the issuance of the first building permit for the foundation of the development, and after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the preliminary approval in Recommendation 5, which permit may be included in the demolition permit for Chapter 667 under 363-11.1E, of the Municipal Code.

Summary

On November 10, 2009, the Toronto and East York Community Council considered a Refusal Report dated October 23, 2009, from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, regarding an Official Plan Amendment, a Zoning By-law Amendment, and Demolition Application under Municipal Code Chapter 667 to permit a 4-storey, 65-unit, private residential-care and assisted living facility at 2 O’Connor Drive, 2, 6 and 12 Fernwood Gardens.  The applications seek to demolish 36 affordable rental housing units at 2, 6 and 12 Fernwood Gardens which will not be replaced.

 

This report responds to the direction to City Staff from Toronto and East York Community Council at its November 10, 2009 meeting.  At that meeting, Toronto and East York Community Council recommended that City Council direct the Chief Planner, in consultation with the City Solicitor, to report to the January 12, 2010 meeting of Community Council, on the form of an Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment.  The City Clerk was directed to schedule and give notice of the statutory public meeting for the January 12, 2010, Toronto and East York Community Council.

 

At that same meeting, Toronto and East York Community Council recommended that City Council direct the Chief Planner to report back to the January 2010 meeting of Community Council on any proposed changes to the Tenant Relocation and Assistance Package, recommendations to approve and authorize the demolition of 36 rental units at 2, 6 and 12 Fernwood Gardens, and appropriate measures to conserve the hertiage resource on the site.

 

At its meeting of November 30 and December 1, 2009, City Council approved the recommendations from the November 10, 2009 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.  This report responds to those requests.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.7 - Staff Report - 2 O'Connor, 2, 6 and 12 Fernwood - Final Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25919.pdf)


TE30.8

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 29 

2 O'Connor Drive - Alteration to a Heritage Property and Intention to Designate, Part IV, Section 29, Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement
Origin
(November 12, 2009) Report from Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 2 O’Connor Drive under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

2.         If there are no objections to the designation in accordance with Section 26(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bills in Council designating the property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the Clerk to refer the proposed designation to the Conservation Review Board.

 

4.         City Council approve the alterations to the heritage property at 2 O’Connor Drive, substantially in accordance with the heritage conservation plans and elevations and heritage impact statement, “2 O’Connor Drive, Heritage Impact Statement, dated revised August 20, 2009” all prepared by E.R.A Architects Inc., date stamped received by the City Planning Division August 27, 2009, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.         Prior to the passing of Bills in Council the owner shall:

 

-           enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the protection and long term maintenance of the heritage property at 2 O’Connor Drive, subject to the approved alterations, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

b.         Prior to final site plan approval the owner shall:

 

-           provide a Detailed  Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant (Heritage Consultant)  to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services that includes:  as-found record of the existing house including photographs keyed to plans and elevations of all the visible exteriors and interiors; detailed descriptions for the proposed heritage conservation work; description of the reversibility of alterations; schedule of long term conservation and maintenance requirements; and cost estimates for the conservation work; and

 

-           provide final development plans, a landscape plan that enhances the heritage character and views of the front façade of the heritage building and exterior lighting plan for the heritage building, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

c.         Prior to the issuance of any building permit for the heritage property located at 2 O’Connor Drive, including a permit for the demolition, excavation, and/or shoring of the subject property, the owner shall provide the following:

 

-           building permit drawings, including specifications for heritage conservation work prepared by the Heritage Consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

-           Letter of Credit, in a form and an amount satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to secure all work included in the Detailed Conservation Plan.

 

d.         Prior to the release of the Letter of Credit, the owner shall:

 

-           complete the heritage conservation work to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services;

 

-           provide a notice of substantial completion for the heritage conservation work prepared by the Heritage Consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

-           submit final as-built photographs of the exterior and significant interiors of the heritage building at 2 O’Connor Drive satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

5.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owners of 2 O’Connor Drive for the property at 2 O’Connor Drive.

 

6.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into of the Heritage Easement Agreement.

Summary

This application proposes to develop the site at 2 O'Connor Drive, 2, 6, and 12 Fernwood Gardens with a 4-storey, 65-unit, residential-care and assisted living facility.  The John F. Taylor house, a listed heritage property located at 2 O’Connor Drive, will be preserved, partially restored and incorporated into the development proposal. All other buildings are to be demolished, including three buildings containing 36 residential rental units that are not proposed to be replaced. The applicant is applying for Official Plan Amendment, Rezoning and demolition under Municipal Code Chapter 667.

 

The Community Planning staff report for this application recommended refusal.  The key concerns noted in the report included lack of retention or replacement of the affordable rental housing and the fit of the proposal with the planned context of Fernwood Gardens. However, the Toronto and East York Community Council (TEYCC) voted to approve the application at their meeting of November 10, 2009 and requested planning staff to prepare a report to come back to the January 12, 2010 meeting of TEYCC with conditions of approval for the application.

 

Following on the direction from TEYCC, this report provides a review of the applications as they relate to proposed conservation of the property under the Ontario Heritage Act, and recommends that Council designate the property at 2 O’Connor Drive under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value and ensure the preservation of the heritage attributes of the property.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.  The public Notice of Intention to Designate will be advertised on the City’s web site in accordance with the City of Toronto Act provisions.

Background Information
TE30.8 - Staff Report - 2 O'Connor Drive - Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25920.pdf)


8a 2 O'Connor Drive - Alteration to a Heritage Property and Intention to Designate, Part IV, Section 29, Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement
Origin
(November 26, 2009) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Recommendations

The Toronto Preservation Board recommended to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 2 O’Connor Drive under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

2.         If there are no objections to the designation in accordance with Section 26(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bills in Council designating the property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the Clerk to refer the proposed designation to the Conservation Review Board.

 

4.         City Council approve the alterations to the heritage property at 2 O’Connor Drive, substantially in accordance with the heritage conservation plans and elevations and heritage impact statement, “2 O’Connor Drive, Heritage Impact Statement, dated revised August 20, 2009” all prepared by E.R.A Architects Inc., date stamped received by the City Planning Division August 27, 2009, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.         Prior to the passing of Bills in Council the owner shall:

 

-           enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the protection and long term maintenance of the heritage property at 2 O’Connor Drive, subject to the approved alterations, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

b.         Prior to final site plan approval the owner shall:

 

-           provide a Detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant (Heritage Consultant)  to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services that includes: as-found record of the existing house including photographs keyed to plans and elevations of all the visible exteriors and interiors; detailed descriptions for the proposed heritage conservation work; description of the reversibility of alterations; schedule of long term conservation and maintenance requirements; and cost estimates for the conservation work; and

 

-           provide final development plans, a landscape plan that enhances the heritage character and views of the front façade of the heritage building and exterior lighting plan for the heritage building, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

c.         Prior to the issuance of any building permit for the heritage property located at 2 O’Connor Drive, including a permit for the demolition, excavation, and/or shoring of the subject property, the owner shall provide the following:

 

-           building permit drawings, including specifications for heritage conservation work prepared by the Heritage Consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

-           Letter of Credit, in a form and an amount satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to secure all work included in the Detailed Conservation Plan.

 

d.         Prior to the release of the Letter of Credit, the owner shall:

 

-           complete the heritage conservation work to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services;

 

-           provide a notice of substantial completion for the heritage conservation work prepared by the Heritage Consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

-           submit final as-built photographs of the exterior and significant interiors of the heritage building at 2 O’Connor Drive satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

 

5.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owners of 2 O’Connor Drive for the property at 2 O’Connor Drive.

 

6.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into of the Heritage Easement Agreement.

Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 26, 2009, considered the report (November 12, 2009), from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, respecting 2 O'Connor Drive - Alteration to a Heritage Property and Intention to Designate, Part IV, Section 29, Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement.

 

The Toronto Preservation Board considered a communication (November 26, 2009) from Michael McClelland, E.R.A. Architects Inc.:

Background Information
TE30.8a - Letter - 2 O'Connor Drive - Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25921.pdf)


TE30.9

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 20 

104 John Street - Alteration to a Heritage Property and Intention to Designate, Part IV, Section 29, Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter Into a Heritage Easement Agreement
Origin
(November 5, 2009) Report from Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the alterations to the heritage property at 104 John Street, substantially in accordance with the Conservation Plan drawings prepared by Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd. Architects, dated June 17, 2009, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, subject to the following conditions:

 

a.         Prior to Zoning By-Law Amendment approval, the owner shall:

 

-           submit a Conservation and Rehabilitation Plan prepared by a qualified heritage consultant which has included the following items: (1) “blow-up” elevations and sections of the heritage property; (2) existing conditions assessment; (3) feasibility study to further explore the method in which relocation of the structure would occur so that the integrity of the heritage structure is not physically compromised.

 

b.         Prior to Site Plan approval, the owner shall:

 

-           provide additional information, based on the proposed Conservation Plan, to include documentation substantially in accordance with that outlined within Section 3.2.1 Option A (page 12) of the submitted Heritage Conservation Plan. Specifically, a detailed plan shall also be submitted to outline mitigation measures that address construction impacts relative to the on-site heritage structures;

 

-           submit plans for interpretive panels or other interpretive materials to communicate the development history of the property including the research content, design and location of the interpretive materials. The interpretation plan shall include panels or materials at both the existing location of the heritage building and the proposed location within the development site. All above components of the plan shall be to the satisfaction of the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

-           provide a landscape plan for the subject property to the satisfaction of the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

c.         Prior to the issuance of any building permit, including a permit for the demolition, excavation, and/or shoring on the subject property, the owner shall:

 

-           provide a Letter of Credit in a form and in an amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure all work included in the Conservation Plan; and

 

 -          provide final plans satisfactory to the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

d.         Prior to the release of the Letter of Credit the applicant shall:

 

-           provide evidence and documentation that the project scheme has been implemented, per the approved Conservation Plan, satisfactory to the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

2.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 104 John Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         If there are no objections to the designation in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bill in Council designating the property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

4.         If there are any objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the Clerk to refer the proposed designation to the Conservation Review Board.

 

5.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of the property.

 

6.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into a Heritage Easement Agreement.

Summary

This report addresses an application to permit a new 42-storey tower at the northeast corner of the site with an eight-storey building and six-storey podium covering the westerly half of the subject property. The project would include 443 residential condominium units, a hotel with 104 rooms and retail uses at the lower levels of the development. A total of 388 parking spaces are proposed to be located in an underground parking facility. The project includes relocation of the heritage building at 104 John Street from the northeast to southeast corner of the subject property. The structure would be moved approximately 57 metres southward along the John Street frontage from its current location.

 

This report recommends that City Council approve the proposed alterations to the heritage property at 104 John Street and also designate the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for its cultural heritage value as a rare surviving example of residential row architecture in the area formerly known as “New Town.” The property also contributes to the historic and contextual fabric that exists within the King-Spadina Secondary Plan area.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.  The public Notice of Intention to Designate will be advertised on the City’s web site in accordance with the City of Toronto Act provisions.

Background Information
TE30.9 - Staff Report - 104 John Street - Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25922.pdf)


9a 104 John Street - Alteration to a Heritage Property and Intention to Designate, Part IV, Section 29, Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter Into a Heritage Easement Agreement
Origin
(November 26, 2009) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Recommendations

The Toronto Preservation Board recommended to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         City Council approve the alterations to the heritage property at 104 John Street, substantially in accordance with the Conservation Plan drawings prepared by Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd. Architects, dated June 17, 2009, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services subject to the following conditions:

 

a.         Prior to Zoning By-Law Amendment approval, the owner shall:

 

-           submit a Conservation and Rehabilitation Plan prepared by a qualified heritage consultant which has included the following items: (1) “blow-up” elevations and sections of the heritage property; (2) existing conditions assessment; (3) feasibility study to further explore the method in which relocation of the structure would occur so that the integrity of the heritage structure is not physically compromised.

 

b.         Prior to Site Plan approval, the owner shall:

 

-           provide additional information, based on the proposed Conservation Plan, to include documentation substantially in accordance with that outlined within Section 3.2.1 Option A (page 12) of the submitted Heritage Conservation Plan. Specifically, a detailed plan shall also be submitted to outline mitigation measures that address construction impacts relative to the on-site heritage structures;

 

-           submit plans for interpretive panels or other interpretive materials to communicate the development history of the property including the research content, design and location of the interpretive materials. The interpretation plan shall include panels or materials at both the existing location of the heritage building and the proposed location within the development site. All above components of the plan shall be to the satisfaction of the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services; and

 

-           provide a landscape plan for the subject property to the satisfaction of the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

c.         Prior to the issuance of any building permit, including a permit for the demolition, excavation, and/or shoring on the subject property, the owner shall:

 

-           provide a Letter of Credit in a form and in an amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure all work included in the Conservation Plan; and

 

-           provide final plans satisfactory to the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

d.         Prior to the release of the Letter of Credit the applicant shall:

 

-           provide evidence and documentation that the project scheme has been implemented, per the approved Conservation Plan, satisfactory to the Manager of Heritage Preservation Services.

 

2.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 104 John Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         If there are no objections to the designation in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the Bill in Council designating the property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

4.         If there are any objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the Clerk to refer the proposed designation to the Conservation Review Board.

 

5.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of the property.

 

6.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into a Heritage Easement Agreement.

Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 26, 2009, considered the report (November 5, 2009), from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, respecting 104 John Street - Alteration to a Heritage Property and Intention to Designate, Part IV, Section 29, Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter Into a Heritage Easement Agreement.

 

The Toronto Preservation Board considered a submission (Undated), from Sharon Vattay, Goldsmith Borgal & Company Ltd., Architects.

Background Information
TE30.9a - Letter - 104 John Street - Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25923.pdf)


TE30.10

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 22 

129 St. Clair Avenue West - Amendment to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-law under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
Origin
(October 26, 2009) Report from Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that

 

1.         City Council adopt the revised Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4 of the report dated October 26. 2009 from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

2.         Upon receipt of the owner’s withdrawal of its notice of objection, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce a bill in Council with the amended Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4, designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Summary

This report recommends that City Council amend the Reasons for Designation for the property at 129 St. Clair Avenue West (Deer Park United Church) as adopted by Council at its meeting of October 29 and 30, 2008, and that Council pass the by-law designating the property at 129 St. Clair Avenue West under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

Following its meeting of October 2008, City Council served notice of its intention to designate the property at 129 St. Clair Avenue West under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.  On December 23, 2008, the legal representative of Deer Park United Church, owner of the subject property, submitted an objection to the notice of intention to designate and the matter was referred to the Conservation Review Board.  The owner has now agreed to withdraw its objections subject to minor revisions to the original Reasons for Designation (Attachment No. 3) and their replacement by the revised Reasons for Designation (Attachment No. 4).

 

Heritage Preservation Services is satisfied that the revised Reasons for Designation will ensure that the property’s cultural heritage values and attributes are preserved.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE30.10 - Staff Report - 129 St. Clair Avenue West - Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25924.pdf)


10a 129 St. Clair Avenue West - Amendment to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-law under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act
Origin
(November 26, 2009) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Recommendations

The Toronto Preservation Board recommended to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         City Council adopt the revised Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4 of the report dated October 26, 2009 from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division.

 

2.         Upon receipt of the owner’s withdrawal of its notice of objection, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce a bill in Council with the amended Reasons for Designation as set out in Attachment No. 4, designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 26, 2009, considered the report (October 26, 2009), from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, respecting 129 St. Clair Avenue West – Amendment to Reasons for Designation and Passage of Designating By-law under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

Background Information
TE30.10a - Letter - 129 St. Clair Avenue West - Heritage
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25925.pdf)


TE30.11

ACTION 

10:00 AM 

 

Ward: 32 

Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District
Origin
(November 10, 2009) Report from Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council designate by by-law the area shown on Attachment No. 1 to the report dated November 10, 2009 from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, as the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with Section 41 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

2.         City Council adopt by by-law the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District Plan, dated June 5, 2009, as the District Plan for the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District, for use by property owners, City staff, advisory committees and City Council when making decisions regarding matters set out under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         City Council amend the District Plan Section 8.5.1 to read, “Contributing Buildings shall not be demolished.”

 

4.         If there are any objections to the by-law under Section 41 of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the by-law.

 

5.         Until such time as the by-law designating the area as the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District comes into force or is repealed, City Council direct that all properties within the area, unless designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, be listed in the City’s Inventory of Heritage Properties.

 

6.         City Council direct that the height limit and minimum lot frontages in the zoning by-law be reviewed and amended as necessary to more closely match the guidelines in this District Plan.

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend the designation of the Kingswood Road South area as a Heritage Conservation District and to recommend the adoption of the district plan by by-law, as required under the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA). The District plan was prepared by E.R.A. Architects Inc. and was led by the community. Heritage Preservation Staff (HPS) have reviewed the plan and believe the plan meets the requirements of the OHA.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report. The public

Notices of Intention to Designate will be advertised on the City’s web site in accordance with the City of Toronto Act provisions. This proposed Heritage Conservation District will add almost 200 properties to the Inventory. It is also noted that adding properties to the Inventory by means of Heritage Conservation District designations dramatically increases the workload of Heritage Preservation Services, requiring staff to review all building permits, Committee of Adjustment, Rezoning and Official Plan amendment applications within legislated timeframes. Over time this will create pressure to increase staff resources.

Background Information
TE30.11 - Staff Report - Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25834.pdf)

TE30.11 - Kingswood Road South Heritage - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26005.pdf)


11a Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District
Origin
(November 26, 2009) Letter from the Toronto Preservation Board
Recommendations

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         City Council designate by by-law the area shown on Attachment No. 1 to the report dated November 10, 2009, from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, as the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District, in accordance with Section 41 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

2.         City Council adopt by by-law the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District Plan, dated June 5, 2009, as the District Plan for the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District, for use by property owners, City staff, advisory committees and City Council when making decisions regarding matters set out under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

 

3.         City Council amend the District Plan Section 8.5.1 to read, “Contributing Buildings shall not be demolished.”

 

4.         If there are any objections to the by-law under Section 41 of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appear before the Ontario Municipal Board to defend the by-law.

 

5.         Until such time as the by-law designating the area as the Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District comes into force or is repealed, City Council direct that all properties within the area, unless designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, be listed in the City’s Inventory of Heritage Properties.

 

6.         City Council direct that the height limit and minimum lot frontages in the zoning by-law be reviewed and amended as necessary to more closely match the guidelines in this District Plan.

Summary

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 26, 2009, considered the report (November 10, 2009), from the Director, Policy and Research, City Planning Division, respecting Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District.

 

The Toronto Preservation Board considered the following:

 

a.         Communication (November 25, 2009) from Councillor Sandra Bussin, Beaches-East York Ward 32.

 

b.         Communication (Undated) from Councillor Sandra Bussin, Beaches-East York Ward 32.

Background Information
TE30.11a - Letter - Kingswood Road South Heritage Conservation District
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25835.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.20)
TE30.12

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Sign Variance - 1245 Dupont Street
Origin
(August 27, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that:

 

1.         Toronto and East York Community Council refuse the request for a variance to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated pedestal sign containing an illuminated LED electronic changeable copy message centre at the northeast corner of the property at 1245 Dupont Street.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Dominic Rotundo of Pattison Sign Group, on behalf of Gallaria Mall Inc. for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated pedestal sign containing an illuminated LED electronic changeable copy message centre at the northeast corner of the property at 1245 Dupont Street.

 

Staff recommends refusal of this application.  The variance is major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.12 - Staff Report - 1245 Dupont Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25270.pdf)


TE30.13

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Sign Variance - 1467 Bathurst Street
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to permit replacement of an existing illuminated third party, four-sided pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided illuminated ground sign, for third party advertising purposes, along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 1467 Bathurst Street.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Cross Town Car Wash, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of an existing four-sided third party, illuminated pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided third party, illuminated ground sign along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 1467 Bathurst Street.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.13 - Staff Report - 1467 Bathurst Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25836.pdf)


TE30.14

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Sign Variance - 624 St. Clair Avenue West
Origin
(December 10, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for a variance to permit replacement of an existing illuminated third party, four-sided pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided illuminated ground sign, for third party advertising purposes, along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 624 St. Clair Avenue West.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of 857447 Ontario Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of an existing third party, four-sided illuminated pedestal sign with a newly designed four-sided illuminated ground sign for third party advertising purposes, along St. Clair Avenue West frontage of the property at 624 St. Clair Avenue West.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.14 - Staff Report - 624 St. Clair Avenue West - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25837.pdf)


TE30.15

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Sign Variance - 21 Vaughan Road
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for a variance to permit replacement of four existing third party, four-sided illuminated pedestal signs with four newly designed, four-sided illuminated third party ground signs.  Three of the four pedestal signs are located along the Bathurst street frontage and the fourth pedestal sign is located along Vaughan Road frontage of the property at 21 Vaughan Road (see graphics attached to the report from the Director, Toronto Building).

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Bathurst-Vaughan Mall, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit replacement of four existing illuminated, third party, four-sided pedestal signs with four newly designed, four-sided illuminated third party ground signs.  Three of the four pedestal signs are located along the Bathurst street frontage and the fourth pedestal sign is located along the Vaughan Road frontage of the property at 21 Vaughan Road (see graphics attached to the report).

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variance is major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code. 

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.15 - Staff Report - 21 Vaughan Road - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25838.pdf)


TE30.16

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 114 Church Street
Origin
(December 7, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three illuminated, four-sided ground signs at 114 Church Street.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Lombard Church Holdings Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided illuminated ground signs at 114 Church Street.  These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.16 - Staff Report - 114 Church Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25839.pdf)


TE30.17

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 154 Front Street East
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Front Street East frontage of the property at 154 Front Street East.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Toronto Transit Commission, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Front Street East frontage of the property at 154 Front Street East. These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.17 - Staff Report - 154 Front Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25840.pdf)


TE30.18

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 271 Front Street East
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three illuminated, four-sided ground signs.  One of the three signs is located along Front Street Frontage and two signs are located along the Parliament Street frontage of the property at 271 Front Street East.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of 271 Front Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided, illuminated ground signs.  One of the three signs is located along Front Street Frontage and two signs are located along the Parliament Street frontage of the property at 271 Front Street East. These signs are replacement signs for legal non-conforming pedestal signs previously existing on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.18 - Staff Report - 271 Front Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25841.pdf)


TE30.19

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 227 Gerrard Street East
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Gerrard Street frontage of the property at 227 Gerrard Street East.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Brewer Retail, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two four-sided, illuminated ground signs along Gerrard Street frontage of the property at 227 Gerrard Street East.  These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.19 - Staff Report - 227 Gerrard Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25842.pdf)


TE30.20

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 85 Harbour Street
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, five four-sided, illuminated ground signs at 85 Harbour Street.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Oxford Properties Group, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, five four-sided illuminated ground signs at 85 Harbour Street.  Although, these ground signs have replaced the previously existed five, four-sided, legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.20 - Staff Report - 85 Harbour Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25843.pdf)


TE30.21

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 65 King Street East
Origin
(December 2, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated, four-sided ground sign on the northwest corner of the property at 65 King Street East.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Citypark Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated, four-sided ground sign on the northwest corner of the property at 65 King Street East. This sign replaced an existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal sign.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.21 - Staff Report - 65 King Street East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25844.pdf)


TE30.22

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 307 Lake Shore Boulevard East
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated four-sided ground sign located on the northeast corner of the property at 307 Lakeshore Boulevard East.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Joseph Haupert, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal code to Maintain, for third party advertising purposes, an illuminated four-sided ground sign located on the northeast corner of the property at 307 Lakeshore Boulevard East. This ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at this location on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.22 - Staff Report - 307 Lake Shore Boulevard East - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25845.pdf)


TE30.23

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 21 Lower Sherbourne Street
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, a four-sided illuminated ground sign along Lower Sherburne Street frontage of the property at 21 Lower Sherburne Street.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Glenvale Estates Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, a four-sided illuminated ground sign along Lower Sherbourne Street frontage of the property at 21 Lower Sherbourne Street. These ground signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs at these locations on the property.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.23 - Staff Report - 21 Lower Sherbourne Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25846.pdf)


TE30.24

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 28 River Street
Origin
(December 5, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain, for third party advertising purposes; two illuminated, four-sided ground signs along River Street frontage of the property at 28 River Street (see graphics attached to the report dated December 5, 2009, from the Director, Toronto Building).

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor, on behalf of Brewers Retail, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, two illuminated, four-sided ground signs along River Street frontage of the property at 28 River Street. These signs replaced two previously existing third party pedestal signs.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.24 - Staff Report - 28 River Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25847.pdf)


TE30.25

ACTION 

11:00 AM 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sign Variance - 44 Victoria Street (25 Richmond Street East)
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Refuse the request for variances to maintain for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided illuminated ground signs at 44 Victoria Street (25 Richmond Street East).

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Sid Catalano of Pattison Outdoor on behalf of Metropolitan Parking Inc. for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to maintain, for third party advertising purposes, three four-sided illuminated ground signs at 44 Victoria Street (25 Richmond Street East). These signs replaced previously existing legal non-conforming third party pedestal signs.

 

Staff recommends refusal of the application. The variances are major and not within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.25 - Staff Report - 44 Victoria Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25848.pdf)


(Deferred from March 26, 2009 - 2009.TE24.26)
TE30.26

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Front Yard Parking Appeal for a Second Vehicle - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue
Origin
(March 9, 2009) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking for a second vehicle at 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue.

 

2.         Request that the owner remove the existing asphalt paving and restore the area to soft landscaping.

 

3.         Request that the owner pay for the removal of the obsolete ramp.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue for front yard parking for a second vehicle, at both locations.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking for a second vehicle at these locations because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Front Yard Parking
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25819.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix A1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25820.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix A2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25821.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25822.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix C1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25823.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix C2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25824.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix D1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25825.pdf)

TE30.26 - Staff Report - 220 & 222 Kenilworth Ave. - Appendix D2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25826.pdf)

Communications
(March 24, 2009) E-mail from Lina Rodriguez (TE.Main.TE30.26.1)

26a Front Yard Parking Appeal for a Second Vehicle - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue - Supplementary Report
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

A.        Should Toronto and East York Community Council grant the appeal for front yard parking at 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue, the Alternate Recommendations section of the staff report (March 9, 2009) be deleted and replaced with the amended Alternate Recommendations below:

  

1.         The parking spaces not exceed 2.4 m by 5.9 m in dimension, including the previously licensed spaces.

 

2.         The applicant remove the excess paving and restore the area to soft landscaping, as shown in Appendix ‘A’ Amended.

 

3.         The applicant remove the existing asphalt paving and re-pave the parking area with a “turf stone” type of permeable material, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Transportation Services.

 

4.         The applicant pay for the removal of any obsolete ramping.

 

5.         The applicant provide the landscape features substantially in accordance with the plan as shown on Appendix ‘A1’ and ‘A2’ Amended, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Transportation Services.

 

6.         The applicant plant a tree in accordance with the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918, Parking on Residential Front Yards and Boulevards.  The tree shall be a full shade canopy tree or approved equivalent, to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation.  Where and if Urban Forestry has determined that the planting of a tree at this location is not feasible, the applicant shall pay for the planting of a tree, subject to the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918, Parking on Residential Front Yards and Boulevards.

 

7.         The applicant pay all applicable fees and comply with all other criteria set out in the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918, Parking on Residential Front Yards and Boulevards.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

The Toronto and East York Community Council, at its meeting of March 26, 2009, deferred indefinitely the report entitled “Front Yard Parking Appeal for a Second Vehicle – 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue” (Item TE24.26).

 

Transportation Services staff met with the applicant and a revised landscape plan was agreed to.  The proposal increases the soft landscape area and landscaped open space on the public portion of the property.  The landscaped open space and soft landscaping requirements of the private portion continue to meet the Code.  To further increase the landscaped open space, the applicants agreed to reduce the size of the parking spaces while still maintaining compliance with the Code and utilizing a “turf stone” type product for the parking pads.  They are also eliminating the two separate walkways and instead utilizing a single shared walkway down the middle of the property.

 

Transportation Services acknowledges that the original report did not identify the specific type of dwelling.  At the time of the original application, the Toronto Property System noted that the property was a “residential property with three self contained units”.  This appeal is for a second vehicle as per the Committee of Adjustment decision (Appendices ‘B1’ and ‘B2’) to allow the conversion of the integral garage to habitable space.  The property will now contain four units at each address and therefore additional parking is required.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE30.26a - Staff Report - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue - Further Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25849.pdf)

TE30.26a - Staff Report - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue - Appendix A1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25850.pdf)

TE30.26a - Staff Report - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue - Appendix A2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25851.pdf)

TE30.26a - Staff Report - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue - Appendix B1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25852.pdf)

TE30.26a - Staff Report - 220 and 222 Kenilworth Avenue - Appendix B2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25853.pdf)


TE30.27

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 35 Wheeler Avenue
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 35 Wheeler Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 35 Wheeler Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE30.27 - Staff Report - 35 Wheeler Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25855.pdf)

TE30.27 - Staff Report - 35 Wheeler Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25856.pdf)

TE30.27 - Staff Report - 35 Wheeler Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25857.pdf)

TE30.27 - Staff Report - 35 Wheeler Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25858.pdf)

TE30.27 - Staff Report - 35 Wheeler Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25859.pdf)

Communications
(January 5, 2010) E-mail from Maureen and Alan Donaldson (TE.New.TE30.27.1)

TE30.28

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Front Yard Parking Appeal - 59 Willow Avenue
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 59 Willow Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 59 Willow Avenue for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Background Information
TE30.28 - Staff Report - 59 Willow Avenue - Front Yard Parking Appeal
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25860.pdf)

TE30.28 - Staff Report - 59 Willow Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25861.pdf)

TE30.28 - Staff Report - 59 Willow Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25862.pdf)

TE30.28 - Staff Report - 59 Willow Avenue - Appendix C
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25863.pdf)

TE30.28 - Staff Report - 59 Willow Avenue - Appendix D
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25864.pdf)

Communications
(December 29, 2009) E-mail from Michael and Janet Barnard (TE.New.TE30.28.1)

TE30.29

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 278 Symington Avenue
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 278 Symington Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant is seeking exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to extend the height of the existing fence, at the rear of the property, to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence can be constructed to a height of 2.0 metres.

 

The section of wood fence on the north side of the property is constructed to a height of approximately 2.0 metres and 12.2 metres in length. The applicant is proposing to extend the height of this fence by 0.6 metres. This proposed extension on the height of the fence is not in compliance with the By-law.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.29 - Staff Report - 278 Symington Avenue - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25865.pdf)

TE30.29 - Staff Report - 278 Symington Avenue - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25866.pdf)


TE30.30

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 231 First Avenue
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 231 First Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner is seeking exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit a proposed wooden fence in the front yard, to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the front yard area can be constructed to a height of 1.2 metres.

 

The proposed fences to be located in the front yard will consist of a section of wooden fence running parallel to the front lot line to the concrete block planter at the front of the house. This section of fence will range in height from 2 metres tapering to 1.35 metres, where it meets the concrete block planter and will be 6.15 metres in length. A second section of proposed wooden fence to be located on the east side of the front yard will be 2 metres in height and 1.8 metres in length. The two sections of proposed fence do not comply with the maximum permitted height of 1.2 metres for a front yard fence. (Attachments 1, 2 and 3)

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.30 - Staff Report - 231 First Avenue - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25867.pdf)

TE30.30 - Staff Report - 231 First Avenue - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25868.pdf)

TE30.30 - Staff Report - 231 First Avenue - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25869.pdf)

TE30.30 - Staff Report - 231 First Avenue - Attachment 3
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25870.pdf)


TE30.31

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 31 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 277 Oak Park Avenue
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 277 Oak Park Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner is seeking exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit the existing fences in the front yard to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the front yard area can be constructed to a height of 1.2 metres.

 

The fences in the front yard for which an exemption is being requested consist of a section of wooden fence 1.82 metres in height on top of a wooden deck and 3 separate sections of fence in front of the deck which vary from 1.52 to 1.9 metres in height. The combined length of the 4 sections of wooden fence is 11.88 metres. The 4 sections of fence do not comply with the maximum permitted height of 1.2 metres. (Attachments 1 and 2)

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.31 - Staff Report - 277 Oak Park Avenue - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25871.pdf)

TE30.31 - Staff Report - 277 Oak Park Avenue - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25872.pdf)

TE30.31 - Staff Report - 277 Oak Park Avenue - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25873.pdf)


TE30.32

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 31 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 2 Squires Avenue
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 2 Squires Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner is seeking exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit the existing fence in the rear yard, to exceed the maximum allowable height.

 

The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the rear yard area can be constructed to a height of 2 metres. The fence in the rear yard for which an exemption is being requested consists of a wooden fence ranging from 2.38 metres to 2.74 metres in height and 28.04 metres in length situated on top of a block retaining wall located on the north side of the rear yard. The fence in the rear yard does not comply with the maximum permitted height of 2 metres. (Attachments 1 and 2)

 

In determining fence height where there is a grade change within 1 metre on either side of the subject fence the average height is used as a base for determining overall fence height. In this instance the wooden fence sits on top of a block retaining wall that has been constructed to a height ranging from 1.01 metres tapering to grade at the rear lot line therefore the maximum allowable fence height when averaged at ½ of 1.01 metres equals .51 metres as the base height already above grade that must be factored in when calculating overall fence height.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.32 - Staff Report - 2 Squires Avenue - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25874.pdf)

TE30.32 - Staff Report - 2 Squires Avenue - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25875.pdf)

TE30.32 - Staff Report - 2 Squires Avenue - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25876.pdf)


TE30.33

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 31 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 4 Squires Avenue
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 4 Squires Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner is seeking exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit the existing fence in the rear yard, to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the rear yard area can be constructed to a height of 2 metres.

 

The fence in the rear yard for which an exemption is being requested consists of a wooden fence ranging from 2.38 metres to 2.74 metres in height and 28.04 metres in length situated on top of a block retaining wall located on the south side of the rear yard.

 

The fence in the rear yard does not comply with the maximum permitted height of 2 metres. (Attachments 1 and 2)

 

In determining fence height where there is a grade change within 1 metre on either side of the subject fence the average height is used as a base for determining overall fence height. In this instance the wooden fence sits on top of a block retaining wall that has been constructed to a height of 1.01 metres therefore the allowable fence height when averaged at ½ of 1.01 metres equals .51 metres as the base height already above grade that must be factored in when calculating overall fence height.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.33 - Staff Report - 4 Squires Avenue - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25878.pdf)

TE30.33 - Staff Report - 4 Squires Avenue - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25879.pdf)

TE30.33 - Staff Report - 4 Squires Avenue - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25880.pdf)


TE30.34

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Request for a Fence Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-Fences at 38 Morton Road
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards Division
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council not grant the fence exemption for 38 Morton Road.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant, being the property owner is seeking exemption to the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447 Fences, Section 447-2(B), to permit the existing fences in the rear yard, to exceed the maximum allowable height. The Fence By-law provides that a fence in the rear yard area can be constructed to a height of 2 metres.

 

The fences in the rear yard for which an exemption is being requested consist of a wooden fence 2.13 metres in height and 11.28 metres in length located on the south side of the rear yard and a wooden fence 2.13 metres in height and 10.97 metres in length located on the north side of the rear yard. The fences on the south and north sides of the rear yard do not comply with the maximum permitted height of 2 metres. (Attachments 1 and 2)

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.34 - Staff Report - 38 Morton Road - Fence Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25881.pdf)

TE30.34 - Staff Report - 38 Morton Road - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25882.pdf)

TE30.34 - Staff Report - 38 Morton Road - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25883.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.30)
TE30.35

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Approval for Continuation of a Boulevard Cafe Located at 1186 Queen Street West
Origin
(October 20, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council approve the continuation of the boulevard café permit for 1186 Queen Street West with the existing operating conditions imposed by Toronto and East York Community Council at its meeting on May 6, 2008 as follows:

 

a.         The boulevard café shall be closed and cleared by 10:00 p.m., and no more than 35 people shall be present on the boulevard café at any time. In 2009, the closing shall be moved ahead to 10:30 p.m., and the capacity to 40. Starting in 2010, the closing time shall be moved to 11:00 p.m., and the capacity to 50. These annual increases in hours and capacity shall be subject to approval by the Toronto and East York Community Council.

 

b.         A barrier shall be erected of not less than 36 inches in height at the north end of the boulevard café.

 

c.         There shall be at least one tree planted on the boulevard café.

 

d.         Security staff shall make all reasonable efforts to ensure that customers and other people in the areas surrounding the establishment do not make excessive noise or engage in unruly behaviour, such as singing, shouting or using offensive language, until one hour after the closing of the establishment.

 

e.         The establishment shall not permit customers to bring or drink alcoholic beverages outside the licensed areas.

 

f.          No music or amplified sound shall be played, at any time, on the boulevard café.

 

g.         No loading, unloading, delivering, packing, unpacking or otherwise handling of containers, products or materials shall be permitted outside of the establishment between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. (9:00 a.m. on Sunday and statutory holidays).

 

h.         Clearly visible signs, will be posted, at least 8.5” x 11” in dimensions, near each exit of the establishment, and any entrance to the boulevard café, reminding customers that people live nearby, and asking them to be respectful of neighbours by keeping noise to a minimum, and further signs shall be placed at the North end of the boulevard café and located on the Queen Street frontage of the establishment with the same or similar wording. The language, layout, and location of this signage shall be determined in co-operation with residents.

 

i.          Clearly visible signs, will be posted, at least 8.5” x 11” in dimensions, within the establishment and on the boulevard café stating that concerns regarding the establishment including noise levels and other disturbances should be brought to the attention of the management. The signage will also list other relevant contacts to whom to address concerns, including contact information for noise and licensing enforcement, the contact information for the residents association, the contact information for the City Councillor’s office, and contact information for the AGCO. The language, layout, and location of this signage shall be determined in co-operation with residents.

 

j.          An answering service will be provided as part of the establishment’s telephone service indicating the cellular phone number of the management for inquiries regarding emergencies, noise complaints or other concerns on the message. In addition, an email address will be made available for community members to contact regarding any concerns about the establishment on the corporate website. Residents will be able to quickly reach a manager or responsible staff member, when the establishment is open.

 

k.         The boulevard café shall adhere to all conditions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 313-36-F-2, with an exception provided for Item f., which requires that no part of a boulevard café may operate less than 25 metres from a residential zone.

 

l.          The establishment will, at all times, adhere to the City of Toronto Noise By-laws, and Federal and Provincial Workplace Health and Safety laws and regulations setting noise limits.

 

m.        The establishment agrees to a maximum sound level of 90 dBA. The establishment will mount a sound meter in a visible area within the premises, which will be operational at all times when the establishment is open for business, and will be configured to provide a visible indication of when a sound level of 90 dBA is exceeded. Should any laws or by-laws require a lower maximum dBA, they shall take precedence and the sound meter will be reconfigured to indicate when the lower maximum legislated dBA is exceeded.

 

n.         A member of the staff will be designated to ensure the conditions of this agreement are adhered to.

 

o.         These conditions shall come into effect either one month after the boulevard café is approved by Toronto and East York Community Council, or when the boulevard café opens for business, whichever is earlier.

 

p.         None of these conditions shall be removed or modified without public consultation with the neighbours.

 

q.         An informal poll of area residents will be conducted, in accordance with an agreement between the establishment and area residents confirmed by the City Councillor’s office, including a consultation that will include a public meeting and distribution of an informational flyer and ballot vote based on these conditions. This condition was completed on April 17, 2008.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant is seeking approval to continue to operate the boulevard café at 1186 Queen Street West, operating as Brooklynn.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.35 - Staff Report - 1186 Queen Street West - Boulevard Cafe
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25271.pdf)

TE30.35 - Staff Report - 1186 Queen Street West - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26150.pdf)

TE30.35 - Staff Report - 1186 Queen Street West - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26151.pdf)

TE30.35 - Staff Report - 1186 Queen Street West - Attachment 3
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26152.pdf)

TE30.35 - Staff Report - 1186 Queen Street West - Attachment 4
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26153.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.34)
TE30.36

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 22 

Request for a Natural Garden Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 489 - Grass and Weeds at 144 Manor Road East
Origin
(October 20, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council confirm the notice and direct that a second notice be given to the property owners at 144 Manor Road under this section.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The Grass and Weeds by-law provides that the owner or occupant of private land shall cut the grass and weeds on their land and remove the cuttings whenever the growth of grass and weeds exceeds 20 centimetres in height. The subject property has plant growth in excess of 20 centimetres in the front and rear yard areas for which the owner has applied for relief to be exempted as a natural garden. See Attachments 1 and 2.

 

The front and rear yards were inspected and the Natural Environment Inspector determined that the garden was not within the provision of the natural garden exemption requirements. See Attachment 3.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.36 - Staff Report - 144 Manor Road East - Natural Garden Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25272.pdf)

TE30.36 - Staff Report - 144 Manor Road - Attachment 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25273.pdf)

TE30.36 - Staff Report - 144 Manor Road - Attachment 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25274.pdf)

TE30.36 - Staff Report - 144 Manor Road - Attachment 3
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25275.pdf)

Communications
(January 5, 2010) Letter from George Cook, Professor, George Brown College (TE.New.TE30.36.1)

(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.35)
TE30.37

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 29 

Request for an Art Mural Exemption to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 485 - Graffiti at 1386 Danforth Road
Origin
(October 20, 2009) Report from the Manager, Toronto and East York District, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

The Municipal Licensing and Standards Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council confirm the notice addressed to the owners of 1386 Danforth Avenue and direct that a second notice be issued.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The applicant is the property owner who has requested a review of a notice given for graffiti in accordance with the provisions of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 485 Graffiti to give consideration to the wall markings being classed as an Art Mural.

 

The Graffiti by-law provides in section 4E. that an owner on whom a notice has been issued may request that the issuance of the notice be reviewed by the Toronto and East York Community Council on the basis that the markings are exempt as an art mural.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact anticipated in this report.

Background Information
TE30.37 - Staff Report - 1386 Danforth Road - Art Mural Exemption
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25276.pdf)

TE30.37 - Staff Report - 1386 Danforth Road - Attachments 1 and 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25277.pdf)


TE30.38

ACTION 

2:00 PM 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Objection to the Continuation of an Existing Curb Lane Vending Operation Located at James Street, East Side, 15 Meters North of Queen Street West
Origin
(November 10, 2009) Report from the Manager, Licensing Services, Municipal Licensing and Standards
Recommendations

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that:

 

1.               The Toronto and East York Community Council provide Municipal Licensing and Standards direction with regards to the relocation of the existing vendor, cancellation of the existing vending permit with no relocation or allowance of the existing vendor to remain in the current location on the east side of James Street, 15 meters north of Queen Street West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

To report on a request received from the property owners at 20 Queen Street West to relocate the existing curb lane vendor located on the east side of James Street, 15 meters north of Queen Street West.

 

The building has under gone extensive renovations of the façade and lobby area and the property owners have indicated that the presence of the curb lane vendor does not compliment the building features or view from the lobby area.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE30.38 - Staff Report - Curb Lane Vending at James Street
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25888.pdf)

TE30.38 - Letter from Cadillac Fairview
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26059.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.36)
TE30.39

ACTION 

1:30 PM 

 

 

Ombudsman's Office Function
Origin
(October 9, 2009) Presentation from Fiona Crean, Ombudsman
Summary

Orientation on the function of the Ombudsman's Office.

Background Information
TE30.39 - Ombudsman - Community Council Handout
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25278.pdf)


TE30.40

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Sign Variance - 439 University Avenue
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the request for variances to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated fascia sign at the third floor level, over the main entrance, on the west elevation of the building at 439 University Avenue.

 

2.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant, upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Robert Manning of Gregory Signs Ltd., on behalf of David Thompson at 3339637 Canada Inc., for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, an illuminated fascia sign over the main entrance, at the third floor level, on the west elevation of the building at 439 University Avenue.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application. The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.40 - Staff Report - 439 University Avenue - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25890.pdf)


TE30.41

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

Sign Variance - 1 Hanson Street
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The Toronto Building Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the requested variances to permit, for identification purposes, replacement of an existing ground sign with a newly designed illuminated ground sign containing an electronic message display copy and require that energy efficient lights be used.

 

2.         Direct that the sign be turned off from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. by means of an automated timing device.

 

3.         Direct the City Clerk's Office to advise the applicant, upon approval of a variance, of the requirement to obtain the necessary sign permits from the Chief Building Official.

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 reviews and makes recommendations on a request by Isabella Cerelli with Pride Signs Ltd., on behalf of Toronto District School Board, for approval of variances from Chapter 297, Signs, of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code to permit, for identification purposes, replacement of an existing ground sign with a newly designed illuminated ground sign, containing an electronic message display copy.  The sign is located on the northeast corner, along the Hanson Street frontage of the property at 1 Hanson Street.

 

Staff recommends approval of the application on a condition that the sign be turned off from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. by means of an automated timing device.  The variances are minor and within the general intent and purpose of the Municipal Code.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.41 - Staff Report - 1 Hanson Street - Sign Variance
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25891.pdf)


TE30.42

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 19 

Report on Appropriate Zoning of the Lands – 10 Ordnance Street
Origin
(December 3, 2009) Report from Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         City Council request City Planning staff to initiate a rezoning for 10 Ordnance Street to redesignate the site from ‘I3D3’ (Industrial) to ‘G’ (Park Land).

 

2.         That staff be directed to schedule a public community consultation meeting together with the Ward Councillor.

 

3.         That notice for the community consultation meeting be given to all landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

 

4.         The notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

Summary

The report responds to a request from the Toronto and East York Community Council at its meeting of November 10, 2009, that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division prepare a report regarding the appropriate zoning of the City-owned land at 10 Ordnance Street, with a view to having the land classified as future parkland.

 

The land at 10 Ordnance Street is currently zoned I3D3 and used as a parking lot. The Fort York Pedestrian and Cycling Bridge is proposed to cross over the subject lands linking the Stanley Park South extension with the Fort York National Historic site. The bridge has been designed to provide for a future pedestrian connection down onto 10 Ordnance Street to allow better access to the King Liberty community.

 

Based on a preliminary review, City Planning staff believe there is merit in initiating a rezoning to redesignate the site ‘G’ Park Land. The rezoning process would allow staff to consult with the local community and allow the other relevant City divisions to comprehensively review the proposal.

Financial Impact

On May 26, 27 and 28 2009, City Council adopted EX32.5 which sets out the Principles of a Real Estate Strategy. The Principles state that City real estate is a "corporate" asset that supports municipal functions and purposes of the ABCDs. When any City property becomes available, it will be considered for other ABCD requirements subject to a business case review by the Property Management Committee and sufficient funding by the ABCD. Based on the Principles, ABCDs are required to budget the cost of additional real estate at its fair market value.

 

While there are no direct financial implications from this report, if a rezoning process is initiated and 10 Ordnance Street is rezoned from ‘I3D3’ to ‘G’ Park Land, the financial value of the site is likely to be significantly reduced. Staff will report back in the final zoning report about the financial implications of a rezoning and process to comply with the Principles of a Real Estate Strategy.

 

The site is currently within the Facilities and Real Estate Division’s (F&RE) portfolio. Parks Forestry and Recreation (PF&R) staff advised that the acquisition of the 10 Ordnance Street site has not been budgeted for in the Parks, Forestry and Recreation Capital Budget for 2010.  However, the site will be used for construction staging for the Fort York Pedestrian and Cyclist Bridge and as such the site could not become a public park until after the construction is complete in 2012. Therefore, while the rezoning could take place, the actual transfer from F&RE to PF&R is likely to occur later and could only occur once PF&R has submitted a successful business case, where they identify the source of funds necessary for any necessary soil remediation, and improvements to create a public park through the Capital Budget process.  A very preliminary estimate of the cost of remediation and base park improvements only is $2.9 million.

 

The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact information.

Background Information
TE30.42 - Staff Report - 10 Ordnance Street. - Zoning of the Lands
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25893.pdf)


TE30.43

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 20 

Preliminary Report - 301 Front Street West - Official Plan Amendment and Rezoning Application
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

The City Planning Division recommends that:

 

1.         Planning 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 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 Railway Lands Central and East Secondary Plans and the Railway Lands Central and East Zoning By-laws to permit a 13,912 square metre aquarium to the east of the CN Tower, and a 4,353 square metre commercial building on the west side of the base of the CN Tower. A mix of uses around the base of the CN Tower is currently permitted. This application will re-deploy that density to accommodate the proposed uses.

 

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.

 

Staff are targeting a Community Consultation meeting for the first quarter of 2010, and a Final Report by the third quarter of 2010. These targets assume that the applicant will provide all required information in a timely manner.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.43 - Staff Report - 301 Front Street West - Preliminary Report
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25894.pdf)


TE30.44

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 32 

Preliminary Report – 66 to 76 Kippendavie Avenue - Rezoning Application
Origin
(November 26, 2009) Report from Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York 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 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 four storey apartment building at 66 to 76 Kippendavie Avenue.

 

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

 

A public meeting will be scheduled in the first quarter of 2010.

 

The application has been circulated to City departments and external agencies, where appropriate, for comment.

Financial Impact

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Background Information
TE30.44 - Staff Report - 66-76 Kippendavie Avenue - Rezoning Application
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25895.pdf)


TE30.45

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 19 

Request for a City Planning Report on the Public Assumption of Private Lanes Adjacent to 9 Hanna Avenue
Origin
(December 4, 2009) Letter from Deputy Mayor Joe Pantalone, Ward 19, Trinity-Spadina
Recommendations

That the Chief Planner and Executive Director of City Planning, with the appropriate Divisions, prepare a report for the February 9, 2010, Toronto East York Community Council regarding the appropriate and necessary steps, including timelines, for the public assumption of private lanes to the east and the west of 9 Hanna Avenue.

Summary

As members of the Toronto and East York Community Council are aware, major redevelopment is occurring in the Liberty Village community which is covered under the Garrison Common North Secondary Plan. One such redevelopment is 5 Hanna Avenue which was the subject of a rezoning in 2005 to permit a 6-storey, 105-unit, live-work building with 144 below grade units (Zoning By-law No. 520-2005). On June 25, 2008, the Toronto East York Committee of Adjustment approved an application with conditions for 5 Hanna Avenue. One of the conditions includes the applicant entering into a Section 45 Agreement to secure the conveyance of lands required for the local laneway system to City of Toronto standards. Currently, the lane provides crucial access from Hanna Avenue to 9 Hanna Avenue, Traffic Services – Toronto Police Services. Furthermore, there has been a contemplated North-South laneway to the West of 9 Hanna Avenue where another development by Plazacorp is also underway.

 

Since July 2008, City Planning, Transportation Services, City Legal, Toronto Police Services and I, as the local Councillor, have been in discussion with the applicants in an attempt to resolve the issues associated with the public assumption of the private lanes. Currently, issues relating to the ownership, the width of the lane, the remediation of the lands and the requirements of Transportation Services and Traffic Services – Toronto Police Services are still unresolved.

 

Given the urgent need to address these issues, I recommend that the Chief Planner and Executive Director of City Planning prepare a report.  Thank you for your attention to my comments.

Background Information
TE30.45 - Letter from Deputy Mayor Pantalone - 9 Hanna Avenue
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25896.pdf)


TE30.46

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Lane and Sidewalk Closure - Murray Street
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the closure of the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Murray Street, from Elm Street to a point 34.0 metres north, from December 1, 2009, to September 30, 2010.

 

2.         Implement a “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on the west side of Murray Street from Elm Street to a point 186 metres south of Orde Street.

 

3.         Implement a “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on the east side of Murray Street from Elm Street to a point 34.0 metres further north.

 

4.         Rescind the “No parking, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the west side of Murray Street from Elm Street to a point 186 metres south of Orde Street.

 

5.         Adjust the “No parking Anytime” regulation on the east side of Murray Street from Elm Street to a point 146 metres south of Orde Street to indicate from a point 34.0 metres north of Elm Street to a point 146 metres south of Orde Street.

 

6.         Authorize staff to return Murray Street to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is completed.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

The Aecon Group Inc. is renovating a 12-storey building and constructing a new 13-storey building at 550 University Avenue, on the northwest corner of University Avenue and Elm Street.  For this reason, Transportation Services must close the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Murray Street for a period of 10 months.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  The Aecon Group Inc. is responsible for all costs.

Background Information
TE30.46 - Staff Report - Murray Street - Lane and Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25897.pdf)

TE30.46 - Staff Report - Murray Street - Drawing No. 421F-9690
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26060.pdf)


TE30.47

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 27 

Extension of Closure Duration - Bay Street
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the continuation of the closure of the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Bay Street, between Yorkville Avenue and Scollard Street, from February 28, 2010 to July 31, 2012.

 

2.         City Council direct that Bay Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

Summary

Bay-Yorkville Developments Limited is building a 52-storey hotel/condominium and a 26-storey condominium at 50 Yorkville Avenue, on the east side of Bay Street, between Yorkville Avenue and Scollard Street.   They need to continue to close the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Bay Street in order to complete construction.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Bay-Yorkville Developments Limited will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE30.47 - Staff Report - Bay Street - Extension of Closure Duration
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25899.pdf)

TE30.47 - Staff Report - Bay Street - Drawing No. 421F-9865
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25900.pdf)


TE30.48

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 27 

Lane and Sidewalk Closure - Davenport Road
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the closure of the sidewalk and curb lane on the north side of Davenport Road, between a point 33.8 metres west of McMurrich Street and a point 62.2 metres west of McMurrich Street, from January 28, 2010 to July 15, 2010.

 

2.         City Council approve a “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on the north side of Davenport Road, between a point 28.8 metres west of McMurrich Street and a point 67.2 metres west of McMurrich Street.

 

3.         City Council approve the removal of the existing “No Stopping, 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., except Sat, Sun, and Public Holidays” regulation on the north side of Davenport Road, between a point 28.8 metres west of McMurrich Street and a point 67.2 metres west of McMurrich Street.

 

4.         City Council approve the removal of the existing “No Parking, 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., except Sat., Sun. and Public Holidays” regulation on the north side of Davenport Road, between a point 28.8 metres west of McMurrich Street and a point 67.2 metres west of McMurrich Street.

 

5.         City Council approve the removal of the existing “One Hour Parking, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mon. to Fri.; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sat.” regulation on the north side of Davenport Road, between a point 28.8 metres west of McMurrich Street and a point 67.2 metres west of McMurrich Street.

 

6.         City Council approve the removal of the existing Pay & Display parking regulations on the north side of Davenport Road, between a point 28.8 metres west of McMurrich Street and a point 67.2 metres west of McMurrich Street.

 

7.         City Council direct that Davenport Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is completed.

Summary

Diamante Development Corporation is constructing a 22-storey condominium building at 76 Davenport Road, on the north side of Davenport Road at Bay Street.  Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk and curb lane on the north side of Davenport Road for 6 months to facilitate construction.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Diamante Development Corporation will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE30.48 - Staff Report - Davenport Road - Lane and Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25902.pdf)

TE30.48 - Staff Report - Davenport Road - Drawing No. 421F-9854
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25903.pdf)


TE30.49

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 28 

Sidewalk Closure - Front Street East
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the closure of the sidewalk on the north side of Front Street East, between Parliament Street and a point 38.9 metres west of Parliament Street, from January 28, 2010 to August 31, 2010.

Summary

Northway Construction Company Limited is constructing a 2-storey automotive dealership at 64-70 Parliament Street, on the west side of Parliament Street, between Front Street East and King Street East.  Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk on the north side of Front Street East for 7 months to facilitate construction.

 

As part of this same project, Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk on the west side of Parliament Street.  This issue is dealt with in a separate report “Sidewalk Closure – Parliament Street”, which requires Toronto and East York Community Council approval.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Northway Construction Company Limited will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE30.49 - Staff Report - Front Street East - Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25904.pdf)

TE30.49 - Staff Report - Front Street East - Drawing No. 9866
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25905.pdf)


TE30.50

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Sidewalk Closure - Parliament Street
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the closure of the sidewalk on the west side of Parliament Street, between Front Street East and King Street East, from January 13, 2010, to August 31, 2010.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has the delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Northway Construction Company Limited is constructing a 2-storey automotive dealership at 64-70 Parliament Street, on the west side of Parliament Street, between Front Street East and King Street East.  Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk on the west side of Parliament Street for 7 months to facilitate construction.

 

As part of this same project, Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk on the north side of Front Street East.  This issue is dealt with in a separate report “Sidewalk Closure – Front Street East”, which requires City Council approval.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Northway Construction Company Limited will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE30.50 - Staff Report - Parliament Street - Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25907.pdf)

TE30.50 - Staff Report - Parliament Street - Drawing No. 421F-9867
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25908.pdf)


TE30.51

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Street and Sidewalk Closure - The Esplanade
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the closure of the street and north sidewalk on The Esplanade, between Yonge Street and a point 39.2 metres east of Yonge Street, from January 13, 2010 to May 31, 2013.

 

2.         Approve the closure of the south sidewalk on The Esplanade, between Yonge Street and a point 39.2 metres east of Yonge Street, from May 31, 2010 to May 31, 2013.

 

3.         Direct that The Esplanade be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is completed.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Ferncastle Front Street Inc. is constructing a 57-storey condominium on the north side of The Esplanade at 8 The Esplanade, and a 31-storey condominium on the south side of The Esplanade at 5-7 The Esplanade, between Yonge Street and Scott Street.  Transportation Services has been requested to close the street and sidewalks on The Esplanade for 40 months to facilitate construction.

 

As part of this same condominium project, Transportation Services has been requested to close the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Yonge Street.  This issue is dealt with in a separate report “Lane and Sidewalk Closure – Yonge Street”, which requires City Council approval.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Ferncastle Front Street Inc. will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE30.51 - Staff Report - The Esplanade - Street and Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25909.pdf)

TE30.51 - Staff Report - The Esplanade - Drawing No. 421F-9882
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25910.pdf)

Communications
(January 5, 2010) E-mail from Jason Doucette (TE.New.TE30.51.1)
(January 5, 2010) E-mail from Joseph Hsu (TE.New.TE30.51.2)
(January 5, 2010) E-mail from Michele Lee (TE.New.TE30.51.3)

TE30.52

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 28 

Lane and Sidewalk Closure - Yonge Street
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the closure of the sidewalk and curb lane on the east side of Yonge Street, between The Esplanade and Front Street, from January 28, 2010 to May 31, 2013.

 

2.         City Council direct that Yonge Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is completed.

Summary

Ferncastle Front Street Inc. is constructing a 57-storey condominium on the north side of The Esplanade at 8 The Esplanade, and a 31-storey condominium on the south side of The Esplanade at 5-7 The Esplanade, on the east side of Yonge Street, between the CN rail bridge and Front Street.  Transportation Services has been requested to close the curb lane and east sidewalk on Yonge Street for 40 months to facilitate construction.

 

As part of this same condominium project, Transportation Services has been requested to close the street and sidewalks on The Esplanade.  This issue is dealt with in a separate report “Street and Sidewalk Closure – The Esplanade”, which requires Toronto and East York Community Council approval.

Financial Impact

There is no financial impact on the City.  Ferncastle Front Street Inc. will bear the costs.

Background Information
TE30.52 - Staff Report - Yonge Street - Lane and Sidewalk Closure
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25911.pdf)

TE30.52 - Staff Report - Yonge Street - Drawing No. 421F-9881
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25912.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.72)
TE30.53

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

One-Way Designation - St. Helen's Avenue
Origin
(October 22, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the one-way southbound regulation on St. Helen’s Avenue, from a point 118.9 metres south of Bloor Street West to Whytock Avenue.

 

2.         Implement a one-way southbound regulation on St. Helen’s Avenue, from a point 99 metres south of Bloor Street West to Whytock Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting authority to relocate the point where the one-way southbound regulation begins on St. Helen’s Avenue south of Bloor Street West.  The regulation currently begins at a point 118.9 metres south of Bloor Street West.  Staff recommend relocating the starting point to the public lane located about 20 metres further north.  The proposed relocation is a more appropriate transition location, will enhance safety, discourage some inappropriate driving habits presently occurring, and resolve some confusion related to parking at the current two-way to one-way southbound transition.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2009 Operating Budget

     $300.00

 

Background Information
TE30.53 - Staff Report - St. Helen's Avenue - One-Way Designation
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25281.pdf)

TE30.53 - Staff Report - St. Helen's Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9827
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25282.pdf)


TE30.54

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 19 

Traffic Control Signals - Ossington Avenue at Argyle Street
Origin
(December 2, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council approve the removal of a pedestrian crossover (PXO) from the south side at the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Argyle Street and, coincident with the removal of the PXO, approve installation of traffic control signals at this intersection.

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting authority from City Council to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Ossington Avenue and Argyle Street.

 

The installation of traffic control signals at this location will replace an existing pedestrian crossover (PXO) and enhance safety for pedestrians and motorists.  This installation will result in the loss of approximately nine parking spaces.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$130,000.00

Background Information
TE30.54 - Staff Report - Ossington Ave at Argyle St
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25931.pdf)

TE30.54 - Staff Report - Ossington Ave at Argyle St - Drawing No. 421F-9855
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26003.pdf)


TE30.55

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Interim Traffic Management Regulations - Fort York Development (No. 620 Fleet Street)
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Designate Sloping Sky Mews, from Bastion Street to Grand Magazine Street in a “One-way Eastbound” direction.

 

2.         Designate Bastion Street, from Fleet Street to Sloping Sky Mews in a “One-way Northbound” direction.

 

3.         Introduce intersection controls outlined in Appendix 1 of this report be implemented.

 

4.         Introduce parking regulations outlined in Appendix 2 of this report be implemented.

 

5.         Introduce speed limits outlined in Appendix 3 of this report be implemented.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting authority to introduce interim traffic management regulations on unassumed roads in the initial phases of the Fort York Development (No. 620 Fleet Street) as part of the development agreement.

Financial Impact

All costs for the installation of signs, associated pavement markings and modification to the traffic control signals at the intersection of Fleet Street and Lake Shore Boulevard Crossover to this report are the responsibility of the developer, as set out in the Development Agreement.

Background Information
TE30.55 - Staff Report - Fort York Development - Interim Traffic Management
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25932.pdf)

TE30.55 - Staff Report - Fort York Development - Drawing No. 421F-9871
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25936.pdf)

TE30.55 - Staff Report - Fort York Development - Appendix 1
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25933.pdf)

TE30.55 - Staff Report - Fort York Development - Appendix 2
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25934.pdf)

TE30.55 - Staff Report - Fort York Development - Appendix 3
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25935.pdf)


TE30.56

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 28 

Amendment to Taxicab Stand - Front Street West, Between York Street and Bay Street
Origin
(December 10, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Amend the existing Taxi Stand regulation on the south side of Front Street West, between a point 24.8 metres east of York Street and a point 132.3 metres east of York Street, to operate on the south side of Front Street West, between a point 24.8 metres east of York Street and a point 110.3 metres east of York Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

In March 2009, Toronto and East York Community Council approved an extension of the taxicab stand on the south side of Front Street, between York Street and Bay Street, in order to serve Union Station passengers more effectively during construction.

 

The construction on that section of Union Station is now complete. As a result, Transportation Services is seeking authority to reinstate the pre-construction parking regulations.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget

$500.00

 

Background Information
TE30.56 - Staff Report - Front Street West - Amendment to Taxicab Stand
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25937.pdf)

TE30.56 - Staff Report - Front Street West - Drawing No. 421F-9872
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25938.pdf)


TE30.57

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Amendments to Parking Regulations - Awde Street
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the “No Parking Anytime, from the 1st day to the 15th day of each month, April 1st to November 30th; and from December 1st of one year to March 31st of the next following year”, regulation on the west side of Awde Street between Fisher Street and the southerly limit of Awde Street.

 

2.         Rescind the “No Parking Anytime, from the 16th day to the last day of each month, April 1st to November 30th”, regulation on the east side of Awde Street, between Fisher Street and the southerly limit of Awde Street.

 

3.         Rescind “Parking by permit only”, from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., all times, on the east side of Awde Street, from 30.5 metres north of Dundas Street West to Fisher Avenue.

 

4.         Introduce a “No Parking Anytime, except each Thursday, from April 1st to November 30th”, regulation on the west side of Awde Street, between Fisher Street and the southerly limit of Awde Street.

 

5.         Introduce a “No Parking, each Thursday, from April 1st to November 30th”, regulation on the east side of Awde Street, between Fisher Street and the southerly limit of Awde Street.

 

6.         Introduce “Parking by permit only”, from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., all times, except each Thursday, from April 1st to November 30th, on the east side of Awde Street, between Fisher Street and southerly limit of Awde Street.

 

7.         Introduce “Parking by permit only”, from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., each Thursday, from April 1st to November 30th, on the west side of Awde Street, between Fisher Street and southerly limit of Awde Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval to rescind the alternate side parking on Awde Street and introduce a Thursday parking regulation. 

 

This parking regulation change is in keeping with the City’s Clean and Beautiful City initiative to enable regular cleaning of both sides of the street by mechanical street sweepers.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$300.00

 

Background Information
TE30.57 - Staff Report - Awde Street - Amendments to Parking Regulations
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25939.pdf)

TE30.57 - Staff Report - Awde Street - Drawing No. 421F-9875
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25940.pdf)


TE30.58

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Introduce One Hour Maximum Parking Regulation - Bartlett Avenue
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the introduction of one-hour maximum parking regulation from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the east side of Bartlett Avenue, from Dupont Street to a point 44.1 metres further north.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval to introduce a one-hour maximum parking regulation from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the east side of Bartlett Avenue, from Dupont Street to a point 44.1 metres further north.

 

The one-hour regulation combined with sufficient enforcement should result in more parking opportunities for residents and customers of local businesses.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$500.00

 

Background Information
TE30.58 - Staff Report - Bartlett Avenue - Parking Regulation
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25941.pdf)

TE30.58 - Staff Report - Bartlett Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9877
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25942.pdf)


TE30.59

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Amendments to Parking Regulations - Sterling Road
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the parking regulations on Sterling Road outlined in Appendix “A” to the report dated December 15, 2009, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         Adopt the parking regulations on Sterling Road outlined in Appendix “B”.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting authority to rescind the alternate side parking regulations on Sterling Road between Perth Avenue and Bloor Street West and introduce parking on the east side of the street at all times.

 

Implementation is feasible, however, street cleaning operations will potentially be less effective on the east side of the street where parking will occur year round.  The changes to the parking regulations are supported by the residents and staff have no technical objection to their implementation.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$500.00

 

Background Information
TE30.59 - Staff Report - Sterling Road - Amendments to Parking Regulations
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25943.pdf)

TE30.59 - Staff Report - Sterling Road - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25944.pdf)

TE30.59 - Staff Report - Sterling Road - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25945.pdf)

TE30.59 - Staff Report - Sterling Road - Drawing No. 421F-9878
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25946.pdf)


TE30.60

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Parking Regulations - Wade Avenue
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the “No Parking Anytime” regulation on both sides of the north-south leg Wade Avenue, between Jenet Avenue and Paton Road.

 

2.         Rescind the “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on both sides of the north-south leg of Wade Avenue, between the south limit of the north-south leg and Jenet Avenue.

 

3.         Introduce a “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on both sides of the north-south leg of Wade Avenue, between the south limit of the north-south leg and Paton Road.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting authority to rescind the no parking regulation on the east and west sides of Wade Avenue, between Jenet Avenue and Paton Road and introduce a more stringent no stopping regulation to deter illegal parking, enhance unobstructed two-way traffic flow on Wade Avenue, and reinforce the no idling regulation.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Division Interim 2010 Operating Budget

$300.00

 

Background Information
TE30.60 - Staff Report - Wade Avenue - Parking Regulations
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25947.pdf)

TE30.60 - Staff Report - Wade Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9835
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25948.pdf)


TE30.61

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Amendment to Parking Regulation - Adelaide Street West
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the “One-hour maximum parking regulation, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.”, in effect on the north side of Adelaide Street West, between Strachan Avenue and Tecumseth Street.

 

2.         Allow “One-hour parking, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.”, on the north side of Adelaide Street West, between Niagara Street and Tecumseth Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting authority to rescind the one hour maximum parking regulation, from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on the north side of Adelaide Street West, between Strachan Avenue and Niagara Street.

 

This change will provide longer duration parking (3 hours maximum) for local residents and their visitors daily.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Division 2010 Interim Operating Budget.

     $200.00

 

Background Information
TE30.61 - Staff Report - Adelaide Street West - Parking Regulation
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25949.pdf)

TE30.61 - Staff Report - Adelaide Street West - Drawing No. 421F-9879
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25950.pdf)


TE30.62

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 19 

Parking Amendments - Churchill Avenue at Ossington Avenue
Origin
(November 25, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the “No Parking, Anytime” regulation on the south side of Churchill Avenue, between a point 31.2 metres west of Ossington Avenue and a point 10.8 metres further west.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval to rescind the existing No Parking Anytime regulation that operates on the south side of Churchill Avenue, from a point 31.2 metres west of Ossington Avenue, to a point 10.8 metres further west.

 

Removal of this regulation will increase the amount of available on-street parking on the south side of Churchill Avenue by 2 spaces. 

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

     $400.00

 

Background Information
TE30.62 - Staff Report - Churchill Avenue at Ossington Avenue - Parking Amendments
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25951.pdf)

TE30.62 - Staff Report - Churchill Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9852
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25952.pdf)


TE30.63

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 21 

Parking Amendments - Austin Terrace from Austin Crescent to Lyndhurst Court
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council adopt the recommendations outlined in Appendix "A", as follows:

           

1.         Rescind the “No parking anytime from the 1st day to the 15th day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive” on the south side of Austin Terrace, from Austin Crescent to a point 83.8 metres east.

 

2.         Rescind the “No parking at anytime from a point 83.8 metres east of Austin Crescent to a point 70.1 metres further east.”

 

3.         Rescind the “No parking 1st day to the 15th day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive,” on the south side of Austin Terrace from a point 153.9 metres east of Austin Crescent to Lyndhurst Court.

 

4.         Rescind the “Maximum one-hour parking limit from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri., from the 16th day to the last day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive, and from Dec. 1 of one year to Mar. 31 of the next following year”, on the south side of Austin Terrace, from Austin Crescent to a point 83.8 metres east.

 

5.         Rescind the “Maximum one-hour parking limit from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri., from the 16th day to the last day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive, and from Dec. 1 of one year to Mar. 31 of the next following year”, on the south side of Austin Terrace, from a point 153.9 metres east of Austin Crescent to Lyndhurst Court.

 

6.         Prohibit parking at anytime on the south side of Austin Terrace from a point 99.8 metres east of Austin Crescent to a point 32.7 metres further east.

 

7.         Prohibit parking from the 1st day to the 15th day of each month, April 1 to November 30, inclusive on the south side of Austin Terrace, from Austin Crescent to a point 99.8 metres east of Austin Crescent.

 

8.         Prohibit parking from the 1st day to the 15th day of each month, Apr. 1 to Nov. 30, inclusive on the south side of Austin Terrace, from a point 132.5 metres east of Austin Crescent to Lyndhurst Court.

 

9.         Allow parking for a maximum period of one-hour from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri., from the 16th day to the last day of each month, April 1 to November 30, inclusive, and from December 1 of one year to March 31, of the next following year, on the south side of Austin Terrace, from Austin Crescent to a point 99.8 metres east of Austin Crescent.

 

10.       Allow parking for a maximum period of one-hour from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Mon. to Fri., from the 16th day to the last day of each month, April 1 to November 30, inclusive, and from December 1 of one year to March 31 of the next following year, on the south side of Austin Terrace, from a point 132.5 metres east of Austin Crescent to Lyndhurst Court.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval to amend the existing “No Parking at Anytime” regulation that operates on the south side of Austin Terrace, from a point 83.8 metres east of Austin Crescent to a point 70.1 metres further east.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

 $800.00

 

Background Information
TE30.63 - Staff Report - Austin Terrace - Parking Amendments
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25953.pdf)

TE30.63 - Staff Report - Austin Terrace - Drawing No. 421F-9861
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25954.pdf)


TE30.64

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 21 

Parking Prohibition - 707 St. Clair Avenue West
Origin
(December 10, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council prohibit parking at all times on the south side of St. Clair Avenue West, from a point 66 metres west of Christie Street and a point 15 metres west.

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting authority from City Council to implement a “No Parking Anytime” regulation in front of No. 707 St. Clair Avenue West (St. Matthew’s Bracondale House seniors' residence).

 

The implementation of a “No Parking Anytime” regulation will provide an area for Wheel-Trans, taxis, private vehicles and emergency vehicles to load/unload residents of the St. Matthew’s Bracondale House.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

     $200.00

 

Background Information
TE30.64 - Staff Report - 707 St. Clair Avenue West - Parking Prohibition
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25955.pdf)

TE30.64 - Staff Report - 707 St. Clair Avenue West - Drawing No. 421F-9869
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25956.pdf)


TE30.65

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Parking Amendments - Garfield Avenue and Sighthill Avenue
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the existing parking prohibition from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday on the south and west side of Garfield Avenue from a point 121.9 metres west of Sighthill Avenue and a point 24.4 metres further west and north of it.

 

2.         Rescind the current ‘School Bus Loading Zone” on the south and west side of Garfield Avenue between a point 21.9 metres west of Sighthill Avenue and a point 24.4 metres further west and north thereof.

 

3.         Rescind the existing parking prohibition at all times on the west side of Garfield Avenue from Mount Pleasant Road to a point 54 metres further east.

 

4.         Prohibit stopping from 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday to Friday on the north/east sides of Garfield Avenue from Mount Pleasant Road to Sighthill Avenue.

 

5.         Prohibit stopping from 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday to Friday on the south side of Garfield Avenue from a point 102 metres west of Sighthill Avenue to a point 34 metres further west.

 

6.         Authorize the installation of a “School Bus Loading Zone” on the south and west side of Garfield Avenue from a point 136 metres west and north of Sighthill Avenue to a point 30 metres further north.  

 

7.         Prohibit stopping from 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday to Friday on the west side of Garfield Avenue from a point 166 metres west and north of Sighthill Avenue to Mount Pleasant Road.

 

8.         Prohibit stopping from 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. and from 2:45 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday to Friday on the west side of Sighthill Avenue from Inglewood Drive to Garfield Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to change the parking regulations on Garfield Avenue (Mount Pleasant Road to Sighthill Avenue) and on Sighthill Avenue (Garfield Avenue to Inglewood Drive) to improve unobstructed two-way traffic flow during morning and afternoon pick-up/drop-off hours at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School located at 1 Garfield Avenue.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$2,000.00

 

Background Information
TE30.65 - Staff Report - Garfield Ave and Sighthill Ave - Parking Amendments
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25957.pdf)

TE30.65 - Staff Report - Garfield and Sighthill Ave - Drawing No. 421F-9860
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25958.pdf)


TE30.66

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Parking Amendments - Rosedale Valley Road, from Aylmer Avenue to the North End
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the current “No Parking Anytime” prohibition on the west side of Rosedale Valley Road, from Aylmer Avenue/Severn Street to the north end of the street.

 

2.         Authorize the operation of parking machines from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday for a maximum period of 3 hours at a rate of $1.50 per hour on the west side of Rosedale Valley Road, from Aylmer Avenue/Severn Street to the north end of the street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to change the parking regulations on the west side of Rosedale Valley Road, from Aylmer Avenue/Severn Street to the north end of the street to re-instate pay and display parking.  Since the previously approved road narrowing and sidewalk installation will not proceed, on-street parking for 25 vehicles can be maintained on the west side of the street.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Toronto Parking Authority 2010 Pay-and-Display Machine Installation Program

$51,000.00

 

Background Information
TE30.66 - Staff Report - Rosedale Valley Road - Parking Amendments
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25959.pdf)

TE30.66 - Staff Report - Rosedale Valley Road - Drawing No. 421F-9862
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25960.pdf)


TE30.67

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Parking Amendments - Sheard Street
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the current “No Parking Anytime” prohibition on both sides of Sheard Street, from Granby Street to McGill Street.

 

2.         Prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Sheard Street, from Granby Street to McGill Street.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to change the parking regulations on both sides of Sheard Street, from Granby Street to McGill Street in order to deter parking and improve unobstructed traffic flow within this section of roadway.  There is no transit service on Sheard Street.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Division 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$1,000.00

 

Background Information
TE30.67 - Staff Report - Sheard Street - Parking Amendments
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25961.pdf)

TE30.67 - Staff Report - Sheard Street - Drawing No. 421F-9874
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25962.pdf)


TE30.68

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 22 

Stopping Prohibition - Montclair Avenue
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Prohibit stopping at all times on both sides of Montclair Avenue, from Spadina Road to a point 9 metres east.

 

2.         Rescind the one-hour maximum parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the north side of Montclair Avenue, from Spadina Road to the east end.

 

3.         Allow parking for a maximum period of one-hour from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the north side of Montclair Avenue, from Spadina Road to the east end.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is recommending that a “No Stopping Anytime” corner restriction be implemented on both sides of Montclair Avenue, immediately east of Spadina Road.  The proposed amendment is to deter drivers from parking illegally on Montclair Avenue within 9 metres of Spadina Road and to improve operations of this intersection.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget

     $500.00

 

Background Information
TE30.68 - Staff Report - Montclair Avenue - Stopping Prohibition
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25963.pdf)

TE30.68 - Staff Report - Montclair Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9863
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25964.pdf)


TE30.69

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 22 

Stopping Prohibition - St. Clair Avenue East
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council rescind the “No Stopping 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday” regulation on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from Ferndale Avenue to a point 30.5 metres east of Yonge Street.

 

2.         City Council rescind the “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from a point 30.5 metres east of Yonge Street to a point 51 metres west of Yonge Street.

 

3.         City Council rescind the “No Parking Anytime” regulation on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from Ferndale Avenue to a point 30.5 metres east of Yonge Street.

 

4.         City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, from a point 51 metres west of Yonge Street to Ferndale Avenue.

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting authority from City Council to implement a “No Stopping Anytime” regulation on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, between Yonge Street and Ferndale Avenue.

 

The implementation of a “No Stopping Anytime” regulation will deter drivers from parking illegally on the north side of St. Clair Avenue East, between Yonge Street and Ferndale Avenue, and it will reduce congestion and improve the flow of traffic for westbound motorists and for TTC vehicles departing the St.Clair station streetcar exit.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget

 $600.00

 

Background Information
TE30.69 - Staff Report - St. Clair Avenue East - Stopping Prohibition
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25965.pdf)

TE30.69 - Staff Report - St. Clair Avenue East - Drawing No. 421F-9864
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25966.pdf)


TE30.70

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 30 

Left-Turn Prohibition - Eastern Avenue and Empire Avenue
Origin
(December 7, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council prohibit eastbound left turns from Eastern Avenue to Empire Avenue between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., except Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays (bicycles excepted).

Summary

Transportation Services is requesting approval from City Council to prohibit eastbound left turns from Eastern Avenue to Empire Avenue between 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday to Friday in order to reduce non-resident traffic. 

 

The eastbound left-turn prohibition will reduce traffic on Empire Avenue during the weekday afternoon peak period and will not negatively impact TTC bus service along Eastern Avenue.  An increase in traffic volume on adjacent northbound streets could be expected as a result of the turn prohibition.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Division Interim 2010 Operating Budget

$300.00

 

Background Information
TE30.70 - Staff Report - Eastern and Empire Avenues - Left-Turn Prohibition
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25967.pdf)

TE30.70 - Staff Report - Eastern and Empire Avenues - Drawing No. 421F-9853
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25968.pdf)


(Deferred from November 10, 2009 - 2009.TE29.71)
TE30.71

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 27 

School Bus Loading Zone - Wellesley Street West
Origin
(October 19, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that:

 

1.         City Council rescind the existing “No Parking Anytime” prohibition on the north side of Wellesley Street West, from a point 33 metres east of Queen’s Park Crescent East to a point 50 metres further east.

 

2.         City Council authorize installation of a “School Bus Loading Zone” on the north side of Wellesley Street West, from a point 33 metres east of Queen’s Park Crescent East to a point 50 metres further east.

Summary

Transportation Services is seeking approval from City Council to designate a “School Bus Loading Zone”, on the north side of Wellesley Street West, from a point 33 metres east of Queen’s Park Crescent East to a point 50 metres further east to enhance loading/unloading of buses transporting students to/from St. Joseph’s College, located at 74 Wellesley Street West.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2009 Operating Budget

$1,000.00

 

Background Information
TE30.71 - Staff Report - Wellesley Street West - School Bus Loading Zone
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25279.pdf)

TE30.71 - Staff Report - Wellesley Street West - Drawing No. 421F-9822
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25280.pdf)


TE30.72

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

School Zone - Leslie Street
Origin
(November 24, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the existing “No parking anytime” regulation on the west side of Leslie Street between Queen Street East and C.N.R. tracks.

 

2.         Implement a 15-minute maximum parking limit from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., and from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Leslie Street between a point 114 metres north of Dundas Street East and a point 22 metres further north.

 

3.         Prohibit parking on the west side of Leslie Street between a point 114 metres north of Dundas Street East and a point 22 metres further north from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. of the next following day, Monday to Friday, and anytime Saturday and Sunday.

 

4.         Prohibit parking at all times on the west side of Leslie Street between Queen Street East and a point 114 metres north of Dundas Street East and between a point 136 metres north of Dundas Street East and the C. N. R. tracks.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is seeking authority to amend the parking regulations on the west side of Leslie Street, north of Dundas Street East, to provide an area for short-term parking duration, which will provide parking opportunities for parents picking-up or dropping-off children attending the childcare at Leslieville Junior Public School.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Toronto Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget 

$600.00

 

Background Information
TE30.72 - Staff Report - Leslie Street - School Zone
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25969.pdf)

TE30.72 - Staff Report - Leslie Street - School Zone - Drawing No. 421F-9847
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25970.pdf)


TE30.73

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

School Zone - Hiawatha Road/Ashdale Avenue
Origin
(December 9, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Rescind the parking regulations on Hiawatha Road and Ashdale Avenue as outlined in Appendix “A”, attached to the report dated December 9, 2009 from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

 

2.         Approve implementation of the parking regulations on Hiawatha Road and Ashdale Avenue as outlined in Appendix “B”, attached to the report dated December 9, 2009 from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is seeking authority to amend the parking regulations on the east side of Hiawatha Road and the west side of Ashdale Avenue, between Gerrard Street East and Fairford Avenue, to provide an area for short-term parking duration, which will provide parking opportunities for parents picking-up or dropping-off children attending Roden Public School.  The amendments also rescind a parking prohibition for a former disabled person parking space that no longer exists and formalize a parking prohibition that has been signed in the field for several years.

Financial Impact

Type of Funding

Source of Funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Toronto Transportation Services Interim 2010 Operating Budget 

$600.00

 

Background Information
TE30.73 - Staff Report - Hiawatha Road and Ashdale Avenue - School Zone
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25971.pdf)

TE30.73 - Staff Report - Hiawatha Road and Ashdale Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25972.pdf)

TE30.73 - Staff Report - Hiawatha Road and Ashdale Avenue - Appendix B
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25973.pdf)

TE30.73 - Staff Report - Hiawatha Rd and Ashdale Ave - Drawing No. 421F-9859
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25974.pdf)


TE30.74

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 14, 18, 19, 30, 31, 32 

Installation/Removal of On-Street Parking Spaces for Persons With Disabilities - January 2010
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the installation and removal of on-street parking spaces for persons with disabilities at the locations identified in the attached Appendix A to the report dated December 15, 2009 from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.  The purpose is to obtain approval for the installation/removal of a number of on-street parking spaces for persons with disabilities.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim operating Budget

     $5100.00

 

Background Information
TE30.74 - Staff Report - Parking Spaces for Persons With Disabilities
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25975.pdf)


TE30.75

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18 

Disabled Persons' Loading Zone - Westmoreland Avenue
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve installation of an on-street pick-up and drop-off zone for disabled persons operating, from the 16th day of each month to the last day of each month, April 1st to November 30th; and from December 1st to March 31st, during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the west side of Westmoreland Avenue, from a point 74.5 metres south of Shanly Street to a point 7 metres further south.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval to establish an on-street pick-up and drop-off zone for disabled persons fronting No. 90 Westmoreland Avenue.  The pick-up and drop-off zone for disabled persons to operate from the 16th day of each month to the last day of each month, April 1st to November 30th; and from December 1st to March 31st, during the hours 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the west side of Westmoreland Avenue.  The loading zone will not negatively impact residential parking holders.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$500.00

Background Information
TE30.75 - Staff Report - Westmoreland Ave - Disabled Persons' Loading Zone
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25976.pdf)

TE30.75 - Staff Report - Westmoreland Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9849
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25977.pdf)


TE30.76

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 27 

Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Wellesley Place
Origin
(December 14, 2009) Report from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         Schedule A of Municipal Code Chapter 925 be amended to incorporate Wellesley Place, between Wellesley Street East and Wellesley Lane, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., 7 days a week.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to introduce overnight on-street permit parking on the east side of Wellesley Place, between Wellesley Street East and Wellesley Lane, under the operating hours of 12:01 a.m. to 8:00 a.m., 7 days a week.

 

Area residents requested the implementation of overnight on-street permit parking on the east side of Wellesley Place, between Wellesley Street East and Wellesley Lane, to accommodate their long term parking needs without being subject to tagging by Parking Enforcement.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Toronto Transportation Services 2009 operating budget

$120

 

Background Information
TE30.76 - Staff Report - Wellesley Place - On-Street Permit Parking
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25978.pdf)

TE30.76 - Staff Report - Wellesley Place - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25979.pdf)

Communications
(November 1, 2009) Letter from Frank McCrea, Board Chair, Perram House (TE.Main.TE30.76.1)

TE30.77

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 14 

Proposed Installation of Speed Bumps - First Public Lane North of Queen Street West, Between Sorauren Avenue and Macdonnell Avenue
Origin
(December 1, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the installation of speed bumps in the east-west public lane north of Queen Street West, between Sorauren Avenue and Macdonnell Avenue, of the type and of the design noted at the locations shown on Drawing Nos. 421F‑9856 and 421F-9857, dated December 2009.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services has assessed the feasibility and is recommending the installation of speed bumps in the east-west public lane north of Queen Street West, between Sorauren Avenue and Macdonnell Avenue.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within capital budget

Transportation Services Laneways Account No. CTP309-5

$4,200.00

 

Background Information
TE30.77 - Staff Report - First Public Lane North of Queen St W - Speed Bumps
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25980.pdf)

TE30.77 - Staff Report - Lane North of Queen St W - Drawing No. 421F-9856
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25981.pdf)

TE30.77 - Staff Report - Lane North of Queen St W - Drawing No. 421F-9857
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25982.pdf)


TE30.78

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Traffic Calming - Draper Street
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Not authorize installation of speed humps on Draper Street, between Wellington Street West and Front Street West.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has investigated installing speed humps on Draper Street, between Wellington Street West and Front Street West, to address residents’ concerns with the speed of traffic.

 

Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has not been met.  Therefore, installation of speed humps on Draper Street is not recommended.

Financial Impact

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Draper Street, between Wellington Street West and Front Street West, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

 

1.         The estimated cost for installing two speed humps would be $6,000.00.  Funds in the amount of $500,000.00 have been requested in the Transportation Services 2010 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Draper Street is subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Background Information
TE30.78 - Staff Report - Draper Street - Traffic Calming
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25983.pdf)

TE30.78 - Staff Report - Draper Street - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25984.pdf)

TE30.78 - Staff Report - Draper Street - Drawing No. 421F-9880
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25985.pdf)


TE30.79

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 22 

Proposed Installation of Speed Bumps - First Public Lane South of Eglinton Avenue West, Between Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Approve the installation of speed bumps in the first east-west public lane south of Eglinton Avenue West, between Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road, of the type and of the design noted at the location shown on Drawing No. 421F‑9834 dated November 2009.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services has assessed the feasibility and is recommending the installation of speed bumps in the first east-west public lane south of Eglinton Avenue West, between Chaplin Crescent and Russell Hill Road.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within capital budget

Transportation Services Laneways Account No. CTP309-05

$1,700.00

 

Background Information
TE30.79 - Staff Report - Proposed Installation of Speed Bumps - Public Lane
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25986.pdf)

TE30.79 - Staff Report - Drawing No. 421F-9834
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25987.pdf)


TE30.80

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 30 

Traffic Calming - Withrow Avenue
Origin
(December 11, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         Traffic calming not be installed on Withrow Avenue, between Logan Avenue and Carlaw Avenue.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Toronto and East York Community Council at its meeting on September 15, 2009 directed Transportation Services to report on installing traffic calming on Withrow Avenue, between Logan Avenue and Carlaw Avenue (Item TE27.168).  Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy have not been met; therefore, installation of speed humps on Withrow Avenue is not recommended at this time.

Financial Impact

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Withrow Avenue, between Logan Avenue and Carlaw Avenue, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

 

The estimated cost for installing two speed humps would be $6,000.00.  Funds in the amount of $500,000.00 are contained in the Transportation Services 2010 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Withrow Avenue is subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Background Information
TE30.80 - Staff Report - Withrow Avenue - Traffic Calming
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25988.pdf)

TE30.80 - Staff Report - Withrow Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25989.pdf)

TE30.80 - Staff Report - Withrow Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9873
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25990.pdf)


TE30.81

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 31 

Traffic Operational Review - Woodmount Avenue, Between O'Connor Drive and Cosburn Avenue
Origin
(December 15, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Not authorize installation of speed humps on Woodmount Avenue, between O’Connor Drive and Cosburn Avenue.

 

2.         Reduce the existing speed limit on Woodmount Avenue, between O’Connor Drive and Cosburn Avenue from 50 km/h to 40 km/h.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

As a result of area resident concerns of the amount and speed of traffic on Woodmount Avenue, Transportation Services reviewed the installation of speed humps, turn prohibitions, change in direction, signal timing extensions and corner parking restrictions.

 

The speed of motorists on Woodmount Avenue is insufficient to meet the criteria for the installation of speed humps; however, the posted speed limit should be reduced to 40 km/h.  Implementation of turn prohibitions or a one-way operation on Woodmount Avenue would impact local and area residents and should only be initiated as part of a neighbourhood traffic management plan.  Transportation Services will monitor the left-turn movement at Woodbine Avenue and O’Connor Drive and make improvements where possible.  Corner parking prohibition signs will be installed to improve visibility at the Woodmount Avenue/O’Connor Drive intersection.

Financial Impact

Type of funding

Source of funds

Amount

Available within current budget

Transportation Services Division 2010 Interim Operating Budget

$1,200.00

 

The adoption of Recommendation No. 1 will not result in any financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Woodmount Avenue, between O’Connor Drive and Cosburn Avenue, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

 

1.         The estimated cost for installing 4 speed humps would be $12,000.00.  Funds in the amount of $500,000.00 have been allocated in the Transportation Services 2010 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Woodmount Avenue is subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Background Information
TE30.81 - Staff Report - Woodmount Avenue - Traffic Operational Review
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25991.pdf)

TE30.81 - Staff Report - Woodmount Avenue - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25992.pdf)

TE30.81 - Staff Report - Woodmount Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9876
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25993.pdf)


TE30.82

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Traffic Calming - Burgess Avenue, Between Golfview Avenue and Glenmount Park Road
Origin
(December 10, 2009) Report from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District
Recommendations

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

 

1.         Traffic calming not be installed on Burgess Avenue, between Golfview Avenue and Glenmount Park Road.

Summary

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

 

Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Burgess Avenue, between Golfview Avenue and Glenmount Park Road. Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has not been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should not be installed on Burgess Avenue at this time. 

Financial Impact

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact. If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Burgess Avenue, between Golfview Avenue and Glenmount Park Road, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

 

1.         The estimated cost for installing three speed humps would be $9,000.00.  Funds in the amount of $500,000.00 have been requested in the Transportation Services 2010 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Burgess Avenue would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Background Information
TE30.82 - Staff Report - Burgess Avenue - Traffic Calming
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25994.pdf)

TE30.82 - Staff Report - Burgess Avenue - Traffic Calming - Appendix A
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25995.pdf)

TE30.82 - Staff Report - Burgess Avenue - Drawing No. 421F-9850
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25996.pdf)


TE30.83

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 18, 19, 20, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30 

Business Improvement Area (BIA) Boards of Management - Various Additions and Deletions
Origin
(December 8, 2009) Report from the Director, Business Services
Recommendations

The Director, Business Services recommends that:

 

1.         Toronto and East York Community Council establish a Board of Management for the Annex-Dupont Business Improvement Area (BIA) as set out in Attachment No. 1.

 

2.         Toronto and East York Community Council approve nominations to the Annex-Dupont Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Management and additions and deletions to the Church-Wellesley Village, The Danforth, Little Portugal, Mount Pleasant, Trinity Bellwoods and The Waterfront Business Improvement Area (BIA) Boards of Management as set out in Attachment No. 2.

 

3.         Schedule A of the Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas (BIAs), be amended to include the new Annex-Dupont Business Improvement Area (BIA) and to reflect the changes to the BIA Boards of Management.

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend Toronto and East York Community Council establish a Board of Management for the Annex-Dupont Business Improvement Area (BIA) and appoint members to that Board, approve additions and deletions to the Church-Wellesley Village, The Danforth, Little Portugal, Mount Pleasant, Trinity Bellwoods and The Waterfront Business Improvement Area (BIA) Boards of Management.  The Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority to make final decisions regarding BIA appointments.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Background Information
TE30.83 - Staff Report - BIA - Various Additions and Deletions
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25997.pdf)


TE30.84

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: 27 

Nominees for the Yonge Dundas Square Board of Management
Origin
(December 16, 2009) Report from the City Manager
Recommendations

The City Manager recommends that:

 

1.         City Council appoint the five nominees set out in Attachment 1 to the report dated December 16, 2009, from the City Manager to the Board of Management of Yonge Dundas Square, in order to replace four members nominated by interest groups who have left their organizations, and to fill the new position recently approved by Council for a member nominated by the Corporation of Massey Hall and Roy Thompson Hall.

Summary

The purpose of this report is to recommend that Council appoint five members to the Yonge Dundas Square Board of Management to fill vacancies created by the departure of interest group representatives from their respective organizations, and to fill the new member for Massey Hall approved by Council November 30 and December 1, 2009.

Financial Impact

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this recommendation.  The Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer has reviewed this report and agrees with the financial impact information.

Background Information
TE30.84 - Staff Report - Appointments to Yonge Dundas Square Board of Management
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26001.pdf)


TE30.85

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Appointments to the Board of Management of The Cecil Community Centre
Origin
(November 9, 2009) Letter from Julie Goldstein, Executive Director, Cecil Community Centre
Recommendations

The Board of Management of Cecil Community Centre recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council appoint at the pleasure of Council to the Board of Management for Cecil Community Centre for a two-year term ending November 2011, or until their successors are appointed, the following individuals nominated at Cecil Community Centre Annual General Meeting and whose appointments comply with the Public Appointments Policy:

 

a.         Victoria Koo

b.         KL Wong

c.         Katie Riggs

d.         Gus Osorio

e.         Smitha Pradhan

f.          Marc Baillargeon, replacing Peter Au

g.         David Vandenbussche, replacing Karen Reyes

h.         Christine Laws

Summary

At the Cecil Community Centre Annual General Meeting held on October 29, 2009, the membership of Cecil Community Centre nominated the individuals listed for appointment by Toronto and East York Community Council to the Board of Management of the Cecil Community Centre. Appointments to the Cecil Community Centre Board of Management is a matter for which the Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision, provided that the recommendations do not vary from the Public Announcements.

Background Information
TE30.85 - Letter - Appointments to The Cecil Community Centre
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25998.pdf)


TE30.86

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 32 

Appointment to the Board of Management of Community Centre 55
Origin
(December 1, 2009) Letter from Bob Murdoch, Executive Director, Community Centre 55
Recommendations

The Board of Management of Community Centre 55 recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council appoint at the pleasure of Council, to the Board of Management for Community Centre 55, the following individual nominated at Community Centre 55's annual general meeting and whose appointments comply with the Public Appointments Policy, for a 4 year term ending November 2013, or until their successors are appointed:

 

1.         David Addison who replaces Debbie Visconti.

Summary

At Community Centre 55's Annual General Meeting held on November 25, 2009, the membership of Community Centre 55 nominated the individual listed for appointment by Toronto and East York Community Council to the Board of Management of Community Centre 55. Appointments to Community Centre 55's Board of Management is a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision, provided that the recommendations do not vary from the Public Appointments Policy.

Background Information
TE30.86 - Letter - Appointment to Community Centre 55
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-25999.pdf)


TE30.87

ACTION 

 

Delegated 

Ward: 20 

Appointment to the Board of Management of Harbourfront Community Centre
Origin
(November 23, 2009) Letter from Leona Rodall, Executive Director, Harbourfront Community Centre
Recommendations

The Board of Management of Harbourfront Community Centre recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

 

1.         Fill a vacancy on the Board of Management to replace Donald Naing and Maria Deanna Santos who resigned.

 

2.         Appoint Kehinde Olorunsola and Rod Duncan to fill the vacancy for a term of office expiring May 2010, or until his/her successor is appointed, whose appointment complies with the Public Appointments Policy and the relevant provisions of the Relationship framework for Board-Operated Community Centres.

Summary

The Board of Management of Harbourfront Community Centre at its meeting on September 24, 2009 had before it letters(s) submitting Donald Naing and Maria Deanna Santo's resignation from the Board effective September 2009.

 

Under the provisions of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, a person appointed to fill a vacancy on a City board holds office for the remainder of the term of the person he or she replaced.

 

The proposed nominee is qualified to serve on the Board of Management pursuant to the terms established by the applicable City of Toronto By-law (Chapter 25 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code), the Relationship Framework for Broad-operated Community Centres and the City's Public Appointments Policy.

 

Background Information
TE30.87 - Letter from Harbourfront Community Centre
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26000.pdf)


TE30.88

ACTION 

 

 

 

Events of Municipal Significance for Liquor Licensing Purposes
Summary

Seeking endorsement of events of municipal significance for liquor licensing purposes.

Communications
(December 10, 2009) Letter from Verle A. Mobbs, General Manager, Canadian Music Week 2010, requesting that the Footwork Bar and Afterhours, 425 Adelaide Street West, and The Social, 1100 Queen Street West, be added to the list of participating establishments during Canadian Music Week from March 10, 2010, to March 13, 2010, for an extended liquor licence until 4:00 a.m. (TE.Main.TE30.88.1)
(December 4, 2009) Letter from Carol Jolly, Executive Director, The Waterfront BIA, requesting that the Great Lakes United Tall Ships Challenge 2010, to be held from June 30 through July 4, 2010, with the Festival to take place between Bathurst and Yonge Street all along the waterfront, be declared an event of Municipal Significance, with programming at parks outlined. (TE.Main.TE30.88.2)
(December 29, 2009) E-mail from Vanja Vasic, Executive Director, Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week, requesting that the Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week will be celebrating its fifth year anniversary, to be held on April 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25, 2010, be declared an event of Municipal Significance. (TE.New.TE30.88.3)

TE30.89

ACTION 

 

 

Ward: All 

Request to Revive and Celebrate the "Ward"
Origin
(November 2, 2009) Letter from City Council
Recommendations

Councillor Moscoe, seconded by Councillor Mihevc, recommends that:

 

1.         Heritage Toronto be requested to undertake a project to revive and celebrate the “Ward”.

 

2.         The City assist by helping with fundraising once a program and budget have been identified.

Summary

City Council on October 26 and 27, 2009, referred Motion MM41.2 by Councillor Moscoe, seconded by Councillor Mihevc, to the Toronto and East York Community Council.

 

Toronto prides itself on being a city of neighbourhoods.  It also celebrates its cultural diversity and its heritage guidelines specifically direct Heritage Toronto to value and celebrate our City’s cultural diversity.

 

Toronto neighbourhoods flourish and thrive because they are active, vibrant communities.  They are visible and have advocates.  Yet, Toronto is very much a product of its past.  There are neighbourhoods in Toronto which have virtually disappeared, yet they have contributed so much to our history and diversity.  They deserve to be revived and celebrated.

 

One such neighbourhood is the “Ward”.  At the turn of the century it served as the immigrant reception area and was located in the shadow of the new, (now old), City Hall between Teraulley Street, (now Bay Street), and University Avenue.  It was as densely populated as the lower east side of New York with as much a history, with one difference.  Toronto’s by-laws prohibited high-rise buildings, so instead of tenements, families were crowded into houses, flats and even stables.  Many of the households were without indoor facilities or running water.

 

Most of the population was Jewish with a sizable community of recently arrived Italian and various other new ethnic arrivals.  Some 80% of the population were garment workers, employed by Eaton’s in their sweatshops located on the south side of Agnes Street, (now Dundas), between Teraulley, (Bay Street) and Yonge Street, north of Albert Street where the Eaton Centre now stands.

 

A Yiddish Theatre, the Lyric Theatre, was located at the northeast corner of Bay and Dundas, where the Atrium is located, and the largest synagogue sat where the University Courthouse stands at the corner of Armoury Street.

 

Much of Toronto’s present City Hall was built on the remnants of the “Ward’ and the Chinatown that replaced it.

Background Information
TE30.89 - Staff Report - The Ward
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26007.pdf)

TE30.89 - Staff Report - The Ward - Attachment
(http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2010/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-26008.pdf)


TE30.Bills

ACTION

 

Delegated

 

General Bills

Confirmatory Bills