Planning and Environment Committee

Report

Meeting #:The 13th Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee
Date:
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Location:
Council Chambers
PRESENT:
  • Councillors A. Hopkins (Chair),
  • M. Cassidy,
  • S. Turner,
  • and Mayor E. Holder
ABSENT:
  • J. Helmer
  • and P. Squire
ALSO PRESENT:
  • Councillors S. Lewis, J. Morgan, E. Peloza, M. van Holst and P. Van Meerbergen; I. Abushehada, M. Almusawi, G. Bailey, G. Barrett, G. Blazak, M. Campbell, B. Debbert, M. Elmadhoon, M. Feldberg, J.M. Fleming, K. Gonyou, M. Henderson, P. Kokkoros, G. Kotsifas, J. Lee, C. Lowery, H. Lysynski, H. McNeely, L. Mottram, B. O'Hagan, M. Pease, L. Pompilii, D. Popadic, C. Saunders, C. Smith, J. Smolarek, L. Snyder, S. Spring, M. Sundercock, M. Tomazincic, S. Wise and P. Yeoman

     

     

    The meeting was called to order at 3:05 PM


  • That it BE NOTED that no pecuniary interests were disclosed.



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That Items 2.1 to. 213, 2.15, 2.17 to 2.19, inclusive, BE APPROVED.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That the 6th Report of the Trees and Forests Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on June 25, 2019 BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That the 6th Report of the Advisory Committee on the Environment, from its meeting held on July 3, 2019 BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 7th Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee, from its meeting held on June 20, 2019:

     

    a)         the following actions be taken with respect to the election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the term ending November 30, 2019:

     

    i)   notwithstanding section 4.12 of the General Policy for Advisory Committees, S. Levin BE ELECTED as Chair; and,

    ii)   S. Hall BE ELECTED as Vice-Chair;

     

    b)        the Working Group comments appended to the 7th Report of the Environmental and Ecological Planning Advisory Committee, relating to the One River Master Plan Municipal Class Environmental Assessment BE FORWARDED to the Civic Administration for consideration;

     

    c)          R. Trudeau and K. Moser BE APPOINTED as the representative and alternate, respectively, to the Trails Advisory Group for Environmentally Significant areas; and,

     

    d)    clauses 1.1, 1.2, 3.1 to 3.4, inclusive, 4.2 and 5.2 BE RECEIVED for information.



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Sarah Stevens, relating to a portion of the lands located at 9345 Elviage Drive, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of a portion of the subject lands FROM a Holding Agricultural (h-2•AG2) Zone TO an Agricultural (AG2) Zone to remove the h-2 holding provision for this site.  (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Rockwood Homes, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to exempt Block 57, Plan 33M-699 from the Part-Lot Control provisions of subsection 50(5) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. P. 13, for a period not exceeding three (3) years.   (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Speyside East Corporation, relating to the property located at 3270 Raleigh Crescent, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a holding Residential R5/Residential R6/Community Facility/Convenience Commercial Special Provision (h*h-53*h-56*h-91*R5-2/R6-4/CF3/CC(13)) Zone TO a Residential R5/ Residential R6/Community Facility/Convenience Commercial Special Provision (R5-2/R6-4/CF3/CC(13)) Zone.   (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by 2568401 Ontario Inc., relating to the property located at 1509 Fanshawe Park Road West, the proposed, revised, attached, by-law  BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a Holding Restricted Service Commercial (h-17*RSC2/RSC5) Zone TO a Restricted Service Commercial (RSC2/RSC5) Zone to remove the h-17 holding provision.  (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the staff report dated July 22, 2019 entitled "Final Decision (OMB) Draft Plan of Subdivision, Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment - Barvest Reality Inc. - 58 Sunningdale Road" BE RECEIVED for information.   (2019-D09/D12)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with respect to implementing program guidelines for a Downtown Façade Uplighting Grant Program, the proposed by-law amendment appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend By-law C.P.-1467-175, as amended, being "A by-law to establish financial incentives for the Downtown Community Improvement Project Areas", to adopt the Downtown Façade Uplighting Grant Program as Schedule 2; it being noted that funding for the program is  being accommodated within the existing Downtown Small Scale Projects fund. (2019-F11A)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the staff report dated July 22, 2019 entitled "Register of Cultural Heritage Resources" BE RECEIVED for information.  (2019-R01)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by 2670040 Ontario Inc., relating to the properties located at 1229 and 1265 Wharncliffe Road South, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a Holding Restricted Service Commercial Special Provision(h*h-11*h-63*h-95*h-100*h-104*h-138*RSC1/RSC2/RSC3(16) /RSC4(14)/RSC5(16)) Zone TO a Holding Restricted Service Commercial Special Provision (h-138*RSC1/RSC2/RSC3(16)/RSC4(14)/RSC5(16)) Zone to remove the h, h-11, h-63, h-95, h-100, and h-104 holding provisions.   (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Sunningdale Golf and Country Club Ltd., relating to the property located at 379 Sunningdale Road West, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a Holding Residential R9 Special Provision (h*h-53*h-100*R9-7(27)) Zone, a Holding Residential R5/R6 Special Provision (h*h-53*h-100*R5-3(19)/R6-5(53)) Zone and a Holding Residential R5/R6 Special Provision/ Office (h*h-53*h-100*R5-3(19)/R6-5(53)/OF1) Zone TO a Holding Residential R9 Special Provision (h-53*R9-7(27)) Zone, a Holding Residential R5/R6 Special Provision (h-53*R5-3(19)/R6-5(53)) Zone, a Holding Residential R5/R6 Special Provision/ Office (h-53*R5-3(19)/R6-5(53)/OF1) Zone, a Residential R9 Special Provision (R9-7(27)) Zone, and a Residential R5/R6 Special Provision (R5-3(19)/R6-5(53)) Zone to remove the h., h-53 and h-100 holding provisions.  (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Forest Park (Sherwood Glen), relating to the property located at 7 Annadale Drive, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a Holding Residential R6 Special Provision (h-5/R6-3(8)) Zone TO a Residential R6 Special Provision (R6-3(8)) Zone to remove the h-5 holding provision from these lands.  (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Sifton Properties Limited, relating to lands located at 2835 Sheffield Place, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM a Holding Residential R6 Special Provision (h•h-100•h-159•R6-2(11) Zone TO a Residential R6 Special Provision (R6-2(11)) Zone to remove the h, h-100 and h-159 holding provisions.   (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, in response to the letter of appeal to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal, dated May 27, 2019, and submitted by Eliott Pityn, relating to the minor variance application concerning 585 Colborne Street, the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal BE ADVISED that: 

    a)    the Municipal Council supports the decision of the Committee of Adjustment to refuse the minor variance; and,

    b)    the City Solicitor and Managing Director, Development and Compliance Services and Chief Building Official BE DIRECTED to provide legal and planning representation at the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Hearing to support the decision of the Committee of Adjustment.   (2019-D13)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That the Building Division Monthly Report for the month of May, 2019 BE RECEIVED for information. (2019-A23)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by Foxhollow North Kent Developments Inc., relating to the property located at 2650 Buroak Drive, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the Zoning of the subject lands FROM a Holding Residential R6 (h.*h-54*h-71*h-95*h-100*R6-5)) Zone TO a Residential R6 (R6-5) Zone to remove the h., h-54, h-71, h-95 and h-100 holding provisions.   (2019-D09)



    Motion Passed
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal decision relating to the properties located at 3234, 3263, and 3274 Wonderland Road South:

     

    a)            the staff report dated July 22, 2019 entitled “Local Planning Appeal Tribunal Decision for Southside Group – 3234, 3263 and 3274 Wonderland Road South” BE RECEIVED for information; and,

     

    b)            the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019, which reflects the decision of the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal to approve commercial floor area on the subject lands and also implements the Urban Design policies of the Southwest Area Secondary Plan on the subject lands, BE ENDORSED, and BE FORWARDED to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal for Approval.  (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (3)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 1)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the proposed regulations for Bill 108, the More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019:

     

    a)         the staff report dated July 22, 2019, entitled “Information Report – Proposed Regulations for Bill 108 – More Homes, More Choice Act, 2019” BE RECEIVED for information; and,

     

    b)         the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to submit the responses outlined in the above-noted report to the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing postings before August 5, 2019.  (2019-D04)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, the following actions be taken with respect to the property located at 660 Sunningdale Road East:

     

    a)   on the recommendation of the City Clerk, the report dated July 22, 2019 and entitled “Request for Council Resolution, under section 45(1.4) of the Planning Act, 1990 – 660 Sunningdale Road East” BE RECEIVED for information; and,

     

    b)   the Managing Director, Development Services and Compliance and Chief Building Official BE AUTHORIZED to accept a Minor Variance application by M. Clawson, Clawson Group Inc., on behalf of Extra Realty Limited, for the property located at 660 Sunningdale Road East;

    it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee heard a verbal delegation from P. Hinde, on behalf of the Clawson Group Inc., with respect to this matter.    (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (3)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, and A. Hopkins
    Nays: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 1)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That, the following actions be taken with respect to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage, from its meeting held on July 10, 2019:

     

    a)            on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the application under Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act seeking retroactive approval for previously completed alterations to the property located at 117 Wilson Avenue, within the Blackfriars/Petersville Heritage Conservation District, BE APPROVED with the following terms and conditions:

     

    •              the existing gable cladding be painted;

    •              the existing glass lite of the existing front door be replaced with a plain glass lite as proposed in Appendix C, as appended to the staff report dated July 10, 2019, and the door be painted; and,

    •              the existing porch be constructed of wood, with a wooden guard/railing with top and bottom rail and wooden square spindles set between, as per the drawings in Appendix C, as appended to the staff report dated July 10, 2019, and all exposed wood be painted;

     

    it being noted that the presentations appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, K. Strybosch and W. Pol, with respect to this matter, were received;

     

    b)         on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, with respect to the request for designation of the heritage listed property at 2442 Oxford Street West (Kilworth United Church), the following actions be taken:

     

    i)             notice BE GIVEN under the provisions of Section 29(3) of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O. 18, of Municipal Council’s intention to designate the property to be of cultural heritage value or interest for the reasons outlined in Appendix D of this report; and,

    ii)            should no appeals be received to Municipal Council’s notice of intention to designate, a by-law to designate the property at 2442 Oxford Street West to be of cultural heritage value or interest for the reasons outlined in Appendix D of this report BE INTRODUCED at a future meeting of Municipal Council immediately following the end of the appeal period;

     

    it being noted that should an appeal to Municipal Council’s notice of intention to designate be received, the City Clerk will refer the appeal to the Conservation Review Board;

     

    it being further noted that the presentation appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner and the photographs submitted by B. Moyer, with respect to this matter, were received;

     

    c)         on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, with respect to the request for the demolition of the heritage listed property at 567 King Street, the following actions be taken:

     

    i)             the property owner BE REQUESTED to salvage any elements or artifacts from the building appropriate for reuse;

    ii)            the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that Municipal Council consents to the demolition of the building on this property; and,

    iii)           the property at 567 King Street BE REMOVED from the Register;

    it being noted that the presentation appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, as well as a verbal delegation from J. O’Neil, with respect to this matter, were received;

     

    d)         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 construct an addition and alterations to the existing building located at 10 Napier Street, within the Blackfriars/Petersville Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED as submitted in the drawings included in Appendix C, as appended to the staff report dated July 10, 2019 with the following terms and conditions:

     

    •              all exposed wood and the doors be painted;

    •              the Heritage Planner be circulated on the applicant’s Building Permit application drawings to verify compliance with the submitted design prior to issuance of the Building Permit; and,

    •              the Heritage Alteration Permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed;

     

    it being noted that the presentation appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

     

    e)         the following actions be taken with respect to the Archaeology Sub-Committee Report, as appended to the agenda:

     

    i)             the above-noted Archaeology Sub-Committee Report appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage BE FORWARDED to the Civic Administration as part of the review of the wording of the H-18 Holding Provision; and,

    ii)            the Civic Administration BE REQUESTED to circulate the revised H-18 Holding Provision to the London Advisory Committee on Heritage at a future meeting for review;

     

    f)          the Civic Administration BE ADVISED that the London Advisory Committee on Heritage (LACH) supports the Heritage Places 2.0 document, as appended to the agenda;

     

    it being noted that the LACH recommends that the above-noted document be reviewed every five years;

     

    it being further noted that the presentation appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from L. Dent, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

     

    g)         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 alter the porch of the building located at 25 Blackfriars Street, within the Blackfriars/Petersville Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED as submitted in the proposed alteration drawings in Appendix C, as appended to the staff report dated July 10, 2019, with the following terms and conditions:

     

    •              no decorative brackets be installed;

    •              the existing dentil details be restored;

    •              turned, painted wood spindles be spaced no greater than 3” apart on centre;

    •              all exposed wood be painted; and,

    •              the Heritage Alteration Permit be displayed in a location visible from the street until the work is completed;

     

    it being noted that the presentation appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received;

     

    h)        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 seeking retroactive approval to alter the porch of the building located at 783 Hellmuth Avenue, within the Bishop Hellmuth Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED; it being noted that the presentation appended to the 7th Report of the London Advisory Committee on Heritage from K. Gonyou, Heritage Planner, with respect to this matter, was received; and,

     

    i)             clauses 1.1 to 1.3, 2.5, 3.1 to 3.6, 4.1, 5.4 and 5.5 BE RECEIVED for information;

     

    it being pointed out that the Planning and Environment Committee heard a verbal presentation from D. Dudek, Chair, London Advisory Committee on Heritage, with respect to these matters.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by 1635 Richmond (London) Corporation, relating to the property located at 1631-1649 Richmond Street:

     

    a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend the Official Plan BY AMENDING policies 3.5.25 and 3.5.26 of the Specific Policies for Residential Areas;

     

    b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in part a) above), BY AMENDING the Residential R9 Special Provision/Convenience Commercial Special Provision (R9-7(20)/CC4(3)) Zone and Residential R9 Special Provision (R9-7(23)) Zone; and,

     

    c)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "C" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019, to amend The London Plan BY AMENDING specific policies 823_ and 825_ of the Transit Village Place Type; 

    it being noted that the amendments will come into full force and effect concurrently with Map 1 and Map 7 of The London Plan;

     

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

     

    it being further 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 in-force policies of The London Plan;

    •              the recommended amendment conforms to the in-force policies of the 1989 Official Plan; and,

    •              the recommended amendment conforms to the Richmond Street-Old Masonville Master Plan and Urban Design Guidelines.   (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:E. Holder
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, City Planning and City Planner, with the advice of the Heritage Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the request for the demolition of the heritage listed property located at 567 King Street:

    a)    the property owner BE REQUESTED to salvage any elements or artifacts from the building appropriate for reuse;

    b)    the Chief Building Official BE ADVISED that Municipal Council consents to the demolition of the building on this property; and,

    c)  the property located at 567 King Street BE REMOVED from the Register;

    it being noted that no individuals spoke at the public participation meeting associated with this matter.    (2019-R01/P10D)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Grosvenor Development Corporation, relating to the property located at 124 St. James Street:

    a)          the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend the 1989 Official Plan by changing the policies of Section 3.5.3 ii) – St. George/Grosvenor Neighbourhood – Multi-family, Medium Density Residential, to permit the use of a portion of 124 St. James Street contiguous with 112 St. James Street, having an approximate frontage of 12.9 metres along St. James Street and an approximate area of 574 square metres, for high density residential uses only in conjunction with the development of a high rise apartment building on lands described as 112 St. James Street;

    b)          the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend The London Plan by changing policy 1022_ – St. George/Grosvenor Neighbourhood – Medium Density Residential, to permit the use of a portion of 124 St. James Street that is contiguous with 112 St. James Street, having an approximate frontage of 12.9 metres along St. James Street and an approximate area of 574 square metres, for a high-rise, high density apartment building, only in conjunction with the development of a high rise apartment building on lands described as 112 St. James Street; and,

    c)          the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "C" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the 1989 Official Plan as amended in part a) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Residential R8 (R8-4) Zone, TO a Residential R9 (R9-7∙H45) Zone;

     

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

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

     

    •              the recommended Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014;

    •              the recommended 1989 Official Plan amendment will provide policies to facilitate the addition of the subject lands to a property that is already zoned for high density residential development, providing for the direct alignment of the private driveway servicing the development with the terminus of Talbot Street where it meets St. James Street, supporting Official Plan policies and City standards for the alignment of access locations on development sites. The marginal increase in the number of units to be accommodated as part of the proposed development at 112 St. James Street will not cause a cumulative impact on the ability to develop the site or on the surrounding neighbourhood. The amendment conforms to the general intent of the Official Plan;

    •              the recommended amendment to The London Plan will provide policies to facilitate the addition of the subject lands to a property that is already zoned for high density residential development, providing for the direct alignment of the private driveway servicing the development with the terminus of Talbot Street where it meets St. James Street, supporting City standards for the alignment of access locations on development sites. The marginal increase in the number of units to be accommodated as part of the proposed development at 112 St. James Street will not cause a cumulative impact on the ability to develop the site or on the surrounding neighbourhood. The amendment conforms to the general intent of the in-force policies of The London Plan; and,

    •              the recommended amendment to Zoning By-law Z.-1 will conform to the 1989 Official Plan and The London Plan as recommended to be amended and provide for seamless development of the site with an appropriate access location and safe traffic control.   (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Vote:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:E. Holder
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Sunningdale Golf and Country Club, relating to the property located at 600 Sunningdale Road West (legally described as RCP 1028 PT Lot 16 RP 33R13891, PT Part 1  RP 33R16774 Parts 3 to 10 IRREG), located on the south side Sunningdale Road West, between Wonderland Road North and Richmond Street: 

     

    a)            the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject lands FROM an Urban Reserve (UR3) Zone, a Holding Urban Reserve (h.2*UR3) Zone and an Open Space (OS4) Zone TO:

     

    i)             a Holding Residential R1 (h*h-18*R1-9) Zone, to permit single detached dwellings with a minimum lot frontage of 18.0 metres, a minimum lot area of 690m²;

    ii)            a Holding Residential R4 Special Provision (h*h-18*R4-4 (_)) Zone, to permit street townhouses to a maximum density of 35 units per hectare and maximum height of 10.5 metres; and,

    iii)        an Open Space (OS5) Zone to permit conservation lands and passive recreational uses;

     

    b)         the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that no issues were raised at the public meeting with respect to the application for Draft Plan of Subdivision by Sunningdale Golf and Country Ltd., relating to the property located at 600 Sunningdale Road West; and,

     

    c)         the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports issuing Draft Approval of the proposed plan of residential subdivision, submitted by Sunningdale Golf and Country Ltd. (File No. 39T-18501), prepared by Callon Dietz Inc., Terry Dietz OLS., as revised, which shows 108 single detached lots, two (2) residential multi-family blocks, two (2) walkway blocks, two (2) road widening blocks, five (5) open space blocks and several 0.3m reserve blocks all served by three (3) new local street, SUBJECT TO the conditions contained in Appendix “39T-18501” appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019;

     

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

     

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

     

    •           the proposed revised draft plan is consistent with the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c. P.13, including but not limited to Section 51 (24);

    •              the recommended revised draft plan and zoning amendments are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), 2014, which promotes a compact form of development in strategic locations to minimize land consumption and servicing costs and provide for a range of housing types and densities to meet projected requirements of current and future residents. The recommended draft plan and amendments also supports efficient and resilient development patterns, accommodating an appropriate range and mix of housing and protects the Natural Heritage feature;

    •              the proposed revised draft plan and Zoning By-law amendment conforms to the in-force policies of The London Plan, including but not limited Section 1688;

    the proposed revised draft plan conforms to the policies of the (1989) Official Plan, including but not limited to the Low Density Residential” and “Open Space designation policies;

    •              the recommended Zoning By-law amendments encourage the development of plan of subdivision that includes an appropriate mix of residential uses that support pedestrian oriented development; and,

    •              the draft plan design is appropriate for the site, compatible with abutting land uses and makes efficient use of the existing services and infrastructure available in this area.    (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:E. Holder
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by 731675 Ontario Ltd., relating to the property located at 3080 Bostwick Road:

     

    a)         The Urban Design Guidelines for 3080 Bostwick Road appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “A” BE ADOPTED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 by resolution of City Council;

     

    b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “B” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend section 1716 of The London Plan by ADDING the Urban Design Guidelines for 3080 Bostwick Road to the list of Council approved guideline documents;

     

    c)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “C” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend section 1565_5 of The London Plan, List of Secondary Plans - Southwest Area Secondary Plan, by ADDING a policy to section 20.5.9.2.iv) – “Bostwick Residential Neighbourhood – High Density Residential”;

     

    d)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “D” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend section 1565_5, List of Secondary Plans - Southwest Area Secondary Plan by ADDING a portion of the subject site to the list of Locations of Convenience Commercial and Service Station uses in section 20.5.17.3.3.6.5.vi); to permit Convenience Commercial Uses;

     

    e)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “E” BE INTRODUCED at the  Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend section 19.2.2 of the 1989 Official Plan by ADDING the Urban Design Guidelines for 3080 Bostwick Road to the list of Council approved guideline documents;

     

    f)          the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “F” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend section 20.5 of the 1989 Official Plan, List of Secondary Plans - Southwest Area Secondary Plan, by ADDING a policy to section 20.5.9.2.iv) – “Bostwick Residential Neighbourhood – High Density Residential”; and,

     

    g)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “G” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend section 20.5, List of Secondary Plans - Southwest Area Secondary Plan, by ADDING a portion of the subject site to the list of Locations of Convenience Commercial and Service Station uses in section 20.5.17.3.3.6.5.vi); to permit Convenience Commercial Uses;

     

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

     

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

     

    •                    the proposed amendment is consistent with the policies of the Provincial Policy Statement, 2014 as the Urban Design Guidelines promote well-designed built form and a sense of place;

    •                    the proposed amendment conforms to the in-force policies of the 1989 Official Plan, including but not limited to Chapter 19 which governs the use and adoption of Guideline Documents;

    •                    the proposed amendment conforms to the policies of the Southwest Area Secondary Plan and will guide the design for 3080 Bostwick Road in the Bostwick Residential Neighbourhood;

    •                    the proposed amendment conforms to the in-force policies of The London Plan including but not limited to Our Tools and the Key Directions to build strong, healthy and attractive neighbourhoods for all; and,

    •                    the proposed amendment provides more specific direction for the preparation and review of planning and development proposals in this area.    (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:E. Holder
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, based on the application by 2648822 Ontario Inc., relating to the property located at 1076 Gainsborough Road, the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Holding Business District Commercial (h-17*BDC) Zone TO a Business District Commercial Special Provision (BDC*H15.5*D90(_)) Zone;

     

    it being noted that the following site plan matters have been raised during the public participation process:

     

    i)             outdoor garbage storage (central location and not along the western property line); and,

    ii)            landscaping along westerly property line to help provide additional privacy to abutting rear yards;

     

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

     

    it being further 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 is consistent with the City of London Official Plan policies and the in-force policies of The London Plan including, but not limited to, the Main Street Place Type policies;

    •              the recommended amendment facilitates the redevelopment of an underutilized site and encourages an appropriate form of development; and,

    •              the subject lands are located in a location where intensification can be accommodated given the existing municipal infrastructure, location on and near arterial roads and close proximity amenities and transit services.   (2019-D09)

     


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application by Beco Developments, relating to the property located at 447 Old Wonderland Road:

     

    a)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the following issues were raised at the public meeting with respect to the application for Site Plan Approval to permit the construction of a 4 storey, 41 unit apartment building: 

     

    i)             garbage storage being maintained on site;

    ii)            lighting concerns;

    iii)           privacy concerns for the neighbouring condominium complex;

    iv)           noise, including air conditioning units;

    v)            designated smoking areas;

    vi)           snow storage; and,

    vii)         parking;

     

    b)   the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the Site Plan Application to permit the construction of a 4 storey, 41 unit apartment building at 447 Old Wonderland Road;

     

     

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters.   (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That, on the recommendation of the Managing Director, Planning and City Planner, the following actions be taken with respect to the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Plan: 

     

    a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to designate the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Project Area; 

     

    b)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “B” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to adopt the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Plan; 

     

    c)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “C” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to establish financial incentive programs for the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Project Area;

     

    d)         the proposed by-law amendment appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “D” BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend the 1989 Official Plan by adding Section 14.2.2 ii) Lambeth Village Core and Wharncliffe Road Corridor to the list of commercial areas eligible for community improvement under Section 14.2.2 ii), and adding the Lambeth Village Core and Wharncliffe Road Corridor to Figure 14-1 to recognize the commercial areas eligible for community improvement; and, 

     

    e)         the proposed by-law amendment appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix “E” BE INTRODUCED at a future Municipal Council meeting to amend the Official Plan, 2016, The London Plan at such time as Map 8 – Community Improvement Project Areas is in full force and effect by ADDING the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Project Area;

    it being noted that the Civic Administration will consider the action items and initiatives included in the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Plan in any planning design, and budgeting of future municipal capital investments within the Lambeth Area CIP Project Area; and, that the funding for the financial incentive programs is accommodated within the existing budget;

     

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

     

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

     

    Through the project process, it was illustrated that the Lambeth Area meets the test for community improvement as defined under the Planning Act.  Like many communities, the Lambeth Area is undergoing change which is impacting its existing form and function (e.g. residential development, infrastructure projects).  The Lambeth Area CIP can be used as a tool to help move the community forward through this transition.  Specifically, issues and needs in the areas of: businesses and the local economy; community and connections; mobility and safety; public realm and recreation opportunities; cultural heritage; and, natural heritage were identified by stakeholders as priorities for action.  The Goals, Objectives and Action Items of the Lambeth Area CIP were developed to address these issues, and are within the scope of CIPs as defined by the Planning Act.  The adoption of the Lambeth Area Community Improvement Plan and the approval of the requested Official Plan Amendment is also consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS) and supported by the policies in the Southwest Area Plan (SWAP), the 1989 Official Plan and The London Plan.    (2019-D19)


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • That it BE NOTED that the Planning and Environment Committee was unable to reach a majority decision with respect to the application by Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd., relating to the properties located at 3334 and 3354 Wonderland Road South and pursuant to Section 19.3 of the Council Procedure By-law, the matter is hereby submitted to the Municipal Council for its disposition;

     

    it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee reviewed and received  a communication dated July 16, 2019, from D. Speller, 3225 Singleton Avenue;

     

    it being pointed out that at the public participation meeting associated with these matters, the individuals indicated on the attached public participation meeting record made oral submissions regarding these matters.   (2019-D09)



  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:A. Hopkins

    The application by Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd., relating to the property located at 3334 and 3354 Wonderland Road South BE DEFERRED to the August 12, 2019 Planning and Environment Committee, to allow for comment to be provided by First Nations communities.


    Yeas: (2)A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Nays: (2)E. Holder, and M. Cassidy
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Failed (2 to 2)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Gateway Casinos and Entertainment Ltd., relating to the property located at 3334 and 3354 Wonderland Road South:

     

    a)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "A" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend the Official Plan to change the designation of the subject lands FROM Multi-Family, Medium Density Residential TO Wonderland Road Community Enterprise Corridor;

     

    b)         the proposed attached, revised, by-law (Appendix "B") BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend the Official Plan for the City of London, 1989 as it relates to the Southwest Area Secondary Plan to change the designation of the subject lands FROM Medium Density Residential TO Wonderland Road Community Enterprise Corridor;

     

    c)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "B" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend the Southwest Area Secondary Plan policies for the Wonderland Boulevard Neighbourhood by ADDING a Section 20.5.6.6, 3334 and 3354 Wonderland Road South;

     

    d)          the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "C" BE INTRODUCED at a future Municipal Council meeting to amend the Official Plan, 2016, The London Plan at such time as Map 1 is in full force and effect to change the Place Type of the subject lands FROM Neighbourhoods TO Shopping Area;

     

    e)         the proposed by-law appended to the staff report dated July 22, 2019 as Appendix "D" BE INTRODUCED at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019 to amend Zoning By-law No. Z.-1, (in conformity with the Official Plan as amended in parts a) through d) above), to change the zoning of the subject property FROM a Holding Light Industrial (h-17∙LI1/LI7) Zone and Environmental Review (ER) Zone TO a Commercial Recreation Special Provision (CR(*)) Zone and an Open Space Special Provision (OS4(*))  Zone;

    it being noted that the following Site Plan matters have been raised through the application review process for consideration by the Site Plan Approval Authority with regard to the design of the space between the Casino building and the City sidewalk as a unique space that functions as a forecourt to the building and also permits a limited amount of parking; it being further noted that the following design elements achieve the principles discussed in detail Subsection 4.1 of this report:

     

    i)             a flush surface that extends from the main north-south driveway to the City sidewalk along the Wonderland Road frontage;

    ii)            include wide pedestrian walkways, with landscaping from the City sidewalk to the building on both the north and south edges of the forecourt;

    iii)           provide continuous built form elements, such as a canopies, to delineate the forecourt space and to provide for pedestrian amenity along the walkways on north and south edges of the forecourt;

    iv)           differentiate the approach to tree planting and tree locations; pedestrian scale lighting and site furniture; and landscaping scheme; between the forecourt and the general parking field.  Include a similar level of trees that would be required through the City’s Site Plan Control By-law;

    v)            differentiate the approach to the surface treatment between the forecourt and the general parking field, either by using an alternate paving material, colour or use a combination of materials and colours; and,

    vi)           include similar elements, used in the forecourt design, in the area between the main north-south driveway up to the front building façade within the drop off area and restaurant patio;

     

    f)  the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to consult with the Oneida Nation of the Thames, the Chippewa First Nation and Munsee-Delaware Nation and to report back at the Municipal Council meeting to be held on July 30, 2019;

     

    it being noted that the Planning and Environment Committee received and reviewed a communication dated July 16, 2019, from D. Speller, 3225 Singleton Avenue, with respect to this matter;

     

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

     

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

     

    •              the recommended Official Plan Amendment and zone change are consistent with the 2014 Provincial Policy Statement (“PPS”) and will contribute to a broad range and mix of land uses within the City and the Southwest Area in the interest of long-term economic prosperity. The development of the subject lands for the proposed Casino adjacent to other developed and developing lands in the Southwest Area is an efficient use of land and infrastructure in an area intended for urban development consistent with the PPS.  The proposed Casino will function as an entertainment destination that has a City-wide or broader service area that will support sustainable tourism in the City consistent with the PPS.  The recommended zone change will protect the natural heritage features and ecological functions of the Natural Heritage System and will direct development outside of hazardous lands consistent with the PPS;

    •              the recommended Official Plan Amendment to change the current Place Type and designation on the easterly (rear) portion of the subject lands to include, and expand, the Shopping Area Place Type in The London Plan and the WRCEC designation in the 1989 Official Plan and the SWAP will not fundamentally change the land use patterns in the Wonderland Road South corridor and is a reasonable extension of the Shopping Area Place Type and the WRCEC designation;

    •              the recommended Official Plan Amendment to the Wonderland Boulevard Neighbourhood policies in the SWAP to add a site specific policy to permit parking between the proposed building and the City sidewalk would permit a specific site design that includes a forecourt that is street-oriented, pedestrian-friendly and transit supportive and conforms to the general intent of the SWAP;

    •              the proposed Casino would function as an entertainment use and the recommended zone change to permit a Casino on the subject lands, conforms to the in-force policies of The London Plan including the permitted uses that are contemplated in the Shopping Area Place Type and the WRCEC designation in the 1989 Official Plan and the SWAP. The proposed, 2-storey height of the proposed Casino conforms to the maximum building height of 4-storeys (without Bonus Zoning) contemplated in the Shopping Area Place Type in The London Plan and in the WRCEC destination in the SWAP. The gross floor area maximum or “cap” for commercial development in the WRCEC designation does not apply to entertainment uses.  The proposed form of the Casino building is consistent with the existing large format retail stores in the immediate area and thereby is a good fit and compatible with its context and conforms to The London Plan. The site design would include elements that are street-oriented, pedestrian-friendly and transit supportive and would conform to the general intent of the SWAP; and,

    •              the recommended zone change conforms to The London Plan and the 1989 Official Plan and will limit development to areas outside of natural hazards and to areas that are appropriately buffered from the natural heritage features and ecological functions of the Natural Heritage System.    (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (2)E. Holder, and M. Cassidy
    Nays: (2)A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Failed (2 to 2)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:E. Holder

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (4)E. Holder, M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (4 to 0)
  • Moved by:E. Holder
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to grant Mr. S. Allen, MHBC, an extension beyond five minutes for his delegation.


    Yeas: (3)A. Hopkins, M. Cassidy, and E. Holder
    Nays: (1)S. Turner
    Absent: (2)J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 1)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    That, on the recommendation of the Director, Development Services, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of London Quality Meat, relating to the property located at 8076 Longwoods Road:

     

    a)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the following issues were raised at the public meeting with respect to the application for Site Plan Approval to facilitate the construction of an abattoir:

     

    i)             the increase in climate change;

    ii)            the increase in land, air and water pollution from the increase in animals;

    iii)           the increase in waste flowing into rivers and streams;

    iv)           the increase in greenhouse and methane gases; and,

    v)            the loss of trees to provide grazing land for animals;

     

    b)            the Approval Authority BE ADVISED that the Municipal Council supports the Site Plan Application to facilitate the construction of an abattoir;

     

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

     

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

     

    •           the proposed Site Plan is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, which directs development to designated growth areas and that development be adjacent to existing development;

    •              the proposed Site Plan conforms to the policies of the Farmland Place Type and all other applicable policies of The London Plan;

    •              the proposed Site Plan is in conformity with the policies of the Agriculture designation of the Official Plan (1989) and will implement an appropriate form of development on the site;

    •              the proposed Site Plan conforms to the regulations of the Z.-1 Zoning By-law; and,

    •              the proposed Site Plan meets the requirements of the Site Plan Control By-law.    (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (3)M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (3)E. Holder, J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 0)

    Additional Votes:


  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to open the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (3)M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (3)E. Holder, J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    Motion to close the public participation meeting.


    Yeas: (3)M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (3)E. Holder, J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 0)
  • Moved by:S. Turner
    Seconded by:M. Cassidy

    That the demolition request for the heritage designated property at 123 Queens Avenue, located in the Downtown Heritage Conservation District, BE PERMITTED pursuant to Section 42(1) of the Ontario Heritage Act subject to the following terms and conditions:

     

    a)    prior to any demolition, the property owner BE REQUIRED to obtain final Site Plan Approval for the redevelopment of the property that includes new building(s) and/or structure(s) and submit full building permit drawings;

     

    b)    prior to any demolition, photographic documentation and measured drawings of the existing building, including the alleyway, at 123 Queens Avenue BE COMPLETED by the property owner and submitted to the satisfaction of City Planning;

     

    c)    prior to final Site Plan Approval, the recommendations of the Heritage Impact Assessment BE COMPLETED by the property owner and submitted to the City.


    Yeas: (3)M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (3)E. Holder, J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 0)
  • Moved by:M. Cassidy
    Seconded by:S. Turner

    That P. Derakhshan, Planner, Thames Village Joint Venture, BE GRANTED delegation status at the August 12, 2019 Planning and Environment Committee meeting relating to the application by Thames Village Joint Venture, with respect to the property located at Lott 66, 1738 Hamilton Road, in the Old Victoria subdivision.   (2019-D09)


    Yeas: (3)M. Cassidy, A. Hopkins, and S. Turner
    Absent: (3)E. Holder, J. Helmer, and P. Squire

    Motion Passed (3 to 0)
  • The meeting adjourned at 10:49 PM.



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