I.

CALL TO ORDER

1.

Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest

That it BE NOTED that Councillor S. Turner disclosed a pecuniary interest in clause 16 of this Report having to do with clause 8 of the 2nd Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment relating to the review of impacts from industrial sources (focus on odour) and potential municipal actions, by indicating that his employer has a regulatory role in this matter.

II.

CONSENT ITEMS

2.

6th Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment

That the 6th Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment from its meeting held on May 3, 2017 BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins (4)

RECUSED: S. Turner (1)

3.

Old Victoria East Subdivision - South Parcel - 1691 Hamilton Road (39T-13502)

That, on the recommendation of the Manager, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to entering into a subdivision agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Thames Village Joint Venture Corporation, for the subdivision of land over Part of Lot 8, Concession 1, (Geographic Township of Westminster), City of London, County of Middlesex; municipally known as 1691 Hamilton Road:

a)         the Special Provisions, to be contained in a Subdivision Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Thames Village Joint Venture Corporation, for the Old Victoria East Subdivision, South Parcel (39T-13502) appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Schedule “A”, BE APPROVED;

b)         the applicant BE ADVISED that the Manager, Development Finance, has summarized the claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Schedule “B”;

c)         the financing for eligible works associated with 39T-13502 BE APPROVED as set out in the Source of Financing Report appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Schedule “C”;

d)         the Mayor and the City Clerk, in consultation with the Approval Authority, BE AUTHORIZED to execute this Agreement, any amending agreements and all documents required to fulfil its conditions; and,

e)         the Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider minor adjustments to the draft approved plan and incorporate any additional appropriate clauses in the final Subdivision Agreement, if necessary, to address minor subdivision design modifications around Hydro One Networks Inc. (HONI) tower infrastructure.   (2017-D12)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

4.

Foxhollow North Kent Subdivision - Phase 1 - 1388 Sunningdale Road West (39T-04510)

That, on the recommendation of the Manager, Development Planning, the following actions be taken with respect to entering into a subdivision agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Foxwhollow North Kent Developments Inc., for the subdivisions of land over Part of Lot 23, Concession 5, (Geographic Township of London), City of London, County of Middlesex, situated on the north side of the Heard Drain, between Wonderland Road and Hyde Park Road, all on the south side of Sunningdale Road West, municipally known as 1388 Sunningdale Road West:

a)         the attached, revised, Special Provisions, to be contained in a Subdivision Agreement between The Corporation of the City of London and Foxhollow North Kent Developments Inc., for the Foxhollow North Kent Subdivision, Phase 1 (39T-04510) appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017, as Schedule “A”, BE APPROVED; it being noted that subsection 25.11 (r) was amended by redirecting construction traffic to the site to Dalmagarry Road via Wateroak Drive and Sedgefield Row;

b)         the applicant BE ADVISED that the Director, Development Finance, has summarized the claims and revenues appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017, as Schedule “B”; and,

c)         the Mayor and the City Clerk BE AUTHORIZED to execute this Agreement, any amending agreements and all documents required to fulfill its conditions.   (2017-D12)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

5.

STAFF REPORT - Building Division Monthly Report - March 2017

That the Building Division monthly report for the month of March, 2017 BE RECEIVED.   (2017-A23)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

III.

SCHEDULED ITEMS

6.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION MEETING - Properties located at 345, 349 and 351 Ridout Street North - Demolition Request

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the Chief Building Official be advised that the Municipal Council permits the demolition of the buildings known as 345 Ridout Street North, 349 Ridout Street North, and 351 Ridout Street North in the Downtown Heritage Conservation District pursuant to Section 42(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act subject to the following terms and conditions:

a)         prior to any demolition, measured drawings and photo documentation BE COMPLETED by the applicant and be submitted to Planning Services of the exterior of all existing buildings known as 341, 345, 349, 351, 355 and 359 Ridout Street North and 45 King Street appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Appendix A;

b)         prior to any demolition activity, a conservation plan satisfactory to the Chief Building Official BE PROVIDED by the applicant to ensure the protection and structural viability of the buildings remaining on site;

c)         the applicant BE REQUIRED to post a bond or provide a certificate of insurance as a guarantee that the buildings remaining on site will be protected during the demolition processes;

d)         the proposed project outlined in the Heritage Impact Assessment appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017, as Appendix C, BE ENDORSED IN PRINCIPLE, and details be refined and submitted as part of a complete Heritage Alteration Permit application with approval authority delegated to the City Planner; and,

e)         the property owner BE ENCOURAGED to retain and interpret historic artifacts related to the histories of the subject properties;

it being noted that no individuals spoke at the public participation meeting associated with this matter.   (2017-R01)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

Voting Record:

Motion to open the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

Motion to close the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

7.

Outdoor Patios in Association with Craft Brewery and Artisan Workshop Establishments, McCormick Area Secondary Plan Amendments, 521 Burbrook Place and 1017-1021 Princess Avenue (O-8764)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of The Corporation of the City of London, relating to Outdoor Patios in association with Craft Brewery and Artisan Workshop establishments:

a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017, as Appendix "A", BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 30, 2017, to amend the Official Plan TO ADD policy to permit Outdoor Patios in association with Craft Brewery and Artisan Workshop establishments within Light Industrial areas of the City of London, subject to meeting locational criteria, through a Minor Variance;

b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017, as as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 30, 2017, to amend the McCormick Area Secondary Plan to change the designation of the subject lands located at 521 Burbrook Place and 1017-1021 Princess Avenue FROM a Low-Rise Residential designation TO a Mixed-Use designation and TO ADD policy to the McCormick Area Secondary Plan to permit Outdoor Patios in association with Craft Brewery and Artisan Workshop establishments within Industrial-Commercial and Mixed-Use areas of the City of London, subject to meeting locational criteria, through a Minor Variance;

c)         the communications from Taylor Holden and the Law of Averages and F. Smith, Roots Music Director, BE REFERRED to the June 6, 2017 Planning and Environment Committee to be considered with the staff report relating to music and dancing on patios;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters;

it being noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons:

·                     the recommended amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;

·                     the recommended amendment conforms to the policies of the Official Plan, 1989 and The London Plan; and,

·                     consistent with the McCormick Area Secondary Plan, the recommended amendment complements recent city-wide Zoning by-law amendments to introduce new definitions for Craft Brewery and Artisan Workshop establishments and identify zones in which they may be permitted.  (2017-D09)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

Voting Record:

Motion to open the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

Motion to close the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

8.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION MEETING - Property located at 8076 Longwoods Road (Z-8735)

That, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Mike Abualhayja, relating to the property located at 8076 Longwoods Road:

a)            the application of Mike Abualhayja, for the above-noted property BE REFERRED to the Civic Administration to report back with a revised by-law that would permit the keeping of livestock as an accessory use to the abattoir;

b)            the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following through the site plan approval process:

i)          adequate perimeter fencing for the livestock facility;

ii)         tree planting encouraged for the southeast corner of the property; and,

iii)         the inclusion of a h-5 holding provision to ensure the community is included in the site plan approval process;

c)            pursuant to Section 34(17) of the Planning Act, as determined by the Municipal Council, no further notice BE GIVEN as the proposed amendments to the by-law are minor in nature and the Civic Administration will be reporting back on this matter;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters;

it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee reviewed and received the following communications, with respect to this matter;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from A. Abo-Amer;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from S. Saleh;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from B. Al-Buzoor;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from H. Abbas;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from B. Elkassem;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from A. Alshaikh, 110-261 Platt’s Lane;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from I. Rajeh;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from A. Abualhayjaa;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from W. Altoum, 1002 Jalna Boulevard;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from E. Matar;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from C. Khatib;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from T. Alnajjar;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from O. Alshaikh, 110-261 Platt’s Lane;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from B. Misk;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from M. Alawna;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from S. Alawneh;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from H. Ramadan, London Muslim Mosque;

·                     a communication dated May 15, 2017 from H. Abbas;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from M. El Najjar, 515-697 Proudfoot Lane;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from Y. I. Abu Zoar, 515-697 Proudfoot Lane;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from E. Matar;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from I. Dr. A. Almusawi;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from A. Ibrahim;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from G. Abdulrahim, 3404 Settlement Court;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from N. Daoud;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from Y.A. Hatoum;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from Alathemena;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from A. Alzobani, 101-700 Horizon Drive;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from K. Abel;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from Wheels In Motion;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from S. Basaad;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from S. Khabbaz;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from A. Alotaibl;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from Relnaji;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from R. Temraz;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from A. J. Asiri;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from K. Alsindi;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from A. Aseri;

·                     a communication dated May 18, 2017 from K. Sunba;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from S. Hamad;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from J. Bagajati;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from A. Hayek;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from E. Bu-Jadoua;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from A. Abualhayjaa;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from Gathamna;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from S. Nahas;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from T. Alkoufi;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from S. Dalal-Bachi;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from G. Rahim;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from Manar;

·                     a communication dated May 16, 2017 from Adnan;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from R. Ibrahim;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from K. Hamad;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from Hamziegfi;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from O. Batat.  (2019-D09)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (3)

NAYS: M. Cassidy, J. Helmer (2)

Voting Record:

Motion to open the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

Motion to close the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

9.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION MEETING  - Proposed Revised Sign By-law and Amendments to Current Sign and Canopy By-law

That, the following actions be taken with respect to the recommendation of the Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official’s proposed revisions to the draft Sign By-law and proposed amendments to the current Sign & Canopy By-law:

a)            the attached, revised, proposed Sign By-law (Appendix “C”) BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 30, 2017; it being noted that the Sign By-law was amended to include the Old East Village Business Improvement Area as a Special District and to require digital signs to be up to 33 square metres to comply with the Industry standard; and,

b)            the amendment to the Sign and Canopy By-law S.-3775-94 (Appendix “D”) BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 30, 2017;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters.  (2017-C01)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (6)

Voting Record:

Motion to open the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (6)

Motion to close the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (6)

10.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION MEETING - Property located at 420 Fanshawe Park Road East - (OZ-8624)

That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of 2431602 Ontario Limited, relating to the property located at 420 Fanshawe Park Road East:

a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 30, 2017 to amend the Official Plan to change the designation of the subject lands FROM a Low Density Residential designation TO a Multi-family, Medium Density Residential designation;

b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on May 30, 2017, to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan, as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Residential R1 (R1-7) Zone TO a holding Residential R1 Bonus (h-5*R1-7*B-__) Zone subject to the completion of a development agreement that substantively implements the site and building design appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Appendix “1”;

c)         the Bonus Zone shall be implemented through a development agreement to provide for an apartment building of 14.6m (48 ft) with an increased density up to 100 units per hectare in return for the provision of the following services, facilities and matters which are described in greater detail in the proposed by-law:

i)          a high quality development which substantively implements the site plan and elevations appended to the staff report dated May 23, 2017 as Appendix “1”, with minor revisions at the discretion of the Managing Director of Planning and City Planner;

ii)         a contemporary building design with a mix and articulation of building materials including brick, metal panels, concrete, wood veneer and vision and spandrel glass;

iii)         the provision of individual entrances to ground floor units on the south façade, with operable and lockable front doors, pedestrian scale features such as lighting and weather protection, and private amenity areas designed as courtyards enclosed with a combination of planters and decorative fencing;

iv)        the provision of all but 18 required parking spaces below grade generally located under the building footprint;

v)         the provision of enhanced universally accessible features such as barrier-free access to all floors, and wide routes, paths and corridors which provide adequate width for persons using wheelchairs, scooters, pushing strollers;

vi)        the location of all service and loading facilities within and behind the building and not visible from the public street;

vii)       the enhanced provision of landscaping and retention of mature trees in a park-like setting at the north of the site with a minimum 60% landscaped open space; and,

viii)       the provision of a commemorative garden and/or signage to acknowledge the historic affiliation of the property within the landscaped open space towards the north of the site;

d)         the Site Plan Approval Authority BE REQUESTED to consider the following design issues through the site plan process:

i)              the provision of privacy fencing along the east and west property boundaries;

ii)             the provision of enhanced landscaping along the east and west property boundaries for screening; and,

iii)            restrict any fencing proposed for the north boundary to wrought iron or similar visually permeable fencing material;

it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with this matter, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters;

it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee reviewed and received the following communications, with respect to this matter;

·                     a communication dated May 17, 2017 from P. Barmby, 528 Sandybrook Drive;

·                     a communication dated May 8, 2017 from W. and C. Merryweather, 1559 Phillbrook Drive; and,

·                     a communication dated May 4, 2017 from K. Sui;

it being noted that the Municipal Council approves this application for the following reasons:

·                    the recommended amendments are consistent with, and will serve to implement the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014 which encourages infill and intensification and the provision of a range of housing types, compact urban form and efficient use of existing infrastructure;

·                    the recommended Official Plan amendment is consistent with the policies of the Multi-Family Medium Density Residential designation and will implement an appropriate medium density form in accordance with the greater Official Plan policies;

·                     the subject lands are of a suitable size and shape to accommodate the development proposed, and have access to municipal infrastructure, public transit facilities, nearby commercial nodes and open space;

·                    the recommended Bonus Zone provides appropriate regulations to control the use, intensity and form of development, and will allow for a higher density in return for the provision of such bonusable features that will provide for an enhanced development which is of a compatible scale and height to the existing development in the area;

·                    the proposed development will provide a positive development which is oriented to, and enhances the character of, Fanshawe Park Road East without the use of noise walls; and,

·                    the proposed residential uses and scale of development are generally consistent with the London Plan.  (2017-D09)

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, A. Hopkins, J. Helmer, S. Turner (4)

NAYS: M. Cassidy, M. Brown (2)

Voting Record:

Motion to continue after 11:00 PM.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (6)

Motion to refer the application for the property located at 420 Fanshawe Park Road East back to the Civic Administration for further consultation with the community and the applicant.

Motion Failed

YEAS: M. Cassidy, M. Brown (2)

NAYS: T. Park, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, J. Helmer (4)

Motion to open the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (6)

Motion to close the public participation meeting.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner, M. Brown (6)

IV.

ITEMS FOR DIRECTION

11.

6th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage

That the following action be taken with respect to the 6th Report on the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, from its meeting held on May 10, 2017:

a)            on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the application under section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to build a new front porch for the building located at 882 Lorne Avenue, within the Old East Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED as described in the staff report dated May 10, 2017, subject to the following terms and conditions:

i)              a total of five full capped newel posts (of wood) – (2) at corners of the upper deck with (1) in between positioned over the lower deck column and (2) additional capped posts at bottom run on either side of porch stair;

ii)             a total of two capped partial newel posts (of wood) located at existing brick face wall at upper deck;

iii)            cornice eave and entablature profile and detailing constructed based on original porch;

iv)           wood lattice skirting beneath porch stairs;

v)            smooth wood columns with integral Tuscan capitals made of wood;

vi)           all exposed wood to be primed and painted; and,

vii)          the heritage alteration permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed;

it being noted that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage received a presentation from L. Dent, Heritage Planner related to this matter;

b)         on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council consents to the demolition of the buildings known as 345 Ridout Street North, 349 Ridout Street North and 351 Ridout Street North in the Downtown Heritage Conservation District pursuant to Section 42(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act, subject to the following terms and conditions:

i)              prior to any demolition, measured drawings and photo documentation be completed by the applicant and submitted to Planning Services of the exterior of all existing buildings known as 341, 345, 349, 351, 355 and 359 Ridout Street North and 45 King Street;

ii)             prior to any demolition activity, a conservation plan satisfactory to the Chief Building Official, be provided by the applicant to ensure the protection and structural viability of the buildings remaining on site;

iii)            the applicant be required to post a bond or provide a certificate of insurance as a guarantee that the buildings remaining on site will be protected during the demolition processes;

iv)           the proposed project outlined in the Heritage Impact Assessment, as appended to the staff report dated May 10, 2017, be endorsed in principle, and details be refined and submitted as part of a complete heritage alteration permit application, with approval authority delegated to the City Planner; and,

v)            the property owner be encouraged to retain and interpret historic artifacts related to the histories of the subject properties;

it being noted that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage received presentations from G. Gallagher, Nicholson Sheffield Architects Inc. and K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter;

c)         on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the heritage alteration permit application, pursuant to Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act, for the Blackfriars Bridge (2 Blackfriars Street) BE APPROVED subject to the following terms and conditions:

i)              photo and video documentation of the removal, rehabilitation and reinstatement of the Blackfriars Bridge be completed as a component of the bridge rehabilitation project and be submitted to Planning Services to contribute to the archival record of this important piece of civic infrastructure;

ii)             a protection plan be prepared and implemented as a component of the bridge rehabilitation project to ensure that heritage designated properities adjacent to the bridge rehabilitation project, including 9 Blackfriars Street, do not suffer adverse impact during the rehabilitation project;

iii)            the design of the pedestrian railing for the Blackfriars Bridge be refined in consultation with the Heritage Planner to retain as much of the original material as possible, while meeting current requirements of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code;

iv)           the Heritage Planner to provide a design that is compatible with the Blackfriars/Petersville Heritage Conservation District Plan;

v)            the design of the fencing/guards/hand railings along the Thames River within the project area for the Blackfriars Bridge rehabilitation be coordinated to match the designs for the West London Dyke Project;

vi)           the proposed Blackfriars Bridge monument/artifact be endorsed and be referred to the Culture Office for implementation;

vii)          the Highway Traffic Act signage on the bridge be minimized and all such signage and lighting be sympathetic to the on-site and neighbouring heritage resources; and,

viii)         the vehicular/cyclist guardrail design be more sympathetic to the bridge design to reduce obtrusiveness, including the colour and the material thickness;

it being noted that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage (LACH) recommends that, recognizing that the existing railing does not meet the requirements of the current Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code, as much of the existing pedestrian railing be retained as possible and that alteration to the lattice detailing, particularly its openings, would have an adverse impact on this heritage attribute of the Blackfriars Bridge;

it being further noted that the LACH received a presentation from C. Haines and C. McQueen, Dillon Consulting Ltd., with respect to this matter;

d)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to research the feasibility of publishing individual grants given by the London Endowment for Heritage Fund in the future; it being noted that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage received a communication from L. Runciman, London Community Foundation, dated April, 2017, with respect to this matter;

e)         the Municipal Council BE ADVISED that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage recommends that the vacancy rebate program be eliminated, particularly as it relates to heritage listed and heritage designated properties;

f)         consideration of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage (LACH) Terms of Reference BE DEFERRED to the June meeting of the LACH for further discussion;

g)         the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to research the feasibility of placing a "stop work order" on the demolition of the property located at 660 Sunningdale Road East as the property is listed on the Inventory of Heritage Resources; it being noted that a submission from K. Gonyou and L. Dent, Heritage Planners, with respect to various updates and events, was received; and,

h)         clauses 1, 5 to 9 and 11, BE RECEIVED.

Motion Passed

YEAS: T. Park, M. Cassidy, J. Helmer, A. Hopkins, S. Turner (5)

V.

DEFERRED MATTERS/ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

None.

VI.

ADJOURNMENT

The meeting adjourned at 11:40 PM.