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Proud Heritage, Exriting Future
Wednesday, March 5, 2025
The Township of Oro-Medonte
Development Services Committee Minutes
Electronic Hybrid Meeting
Present: Mayor Randy Greenlaw
Deputy Mayor Peter Lavoie
Councillor Lori Hutcheson
Councillor John Bard
Councillor David Clark
Councillor Richard Schell
Councillor Robert Young
5:31 p.m.
Staff Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services; Andy Karaiskakis,
Present: Manager, Planning Services; George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning,
Special Projects; Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner; Brianna Belcourt,
Policy & Special Projects Planner; Yubing Fan, Planner; Janette Teeter,
Supervisor/Clerk's Services/Deputy Clerk; Ryan Hill, Information
Technology Help Desk Technician (IT)
All Committee and staff participated via Zoom platform.
1. Opening of Meeting:
Deputy Mayor Lavoie assumed the Chair at the above noted time and called the
meeting to order. He then read the Township's land acknowledgement.
The Township of Oro-Medonte acknowledges that we are situated on the traditional
land of the Anishnaabek (A- nish- in- aa- beh) people, and ancestral territory of the
Huron-Wendat. The Anishnaabek include the Odawa [Oh-DAH-wah], Ojibwe [0-jib-we]
and Pottawatomi [boh-tah-WAH-toh-mee] nations, collectively known as the Three Fires
Confederacy. It continues today as the home for diverse Indigenous Peoples including
the historic Metis Community in Penetanguishene.
The Anishnaabek people continue to have an enduring relationship with this land,
specifically the Chippewas of Rama First Nation, the Chippewa Tri-Council and the
Williams Treaties First Nations. The Huron-Wendat Nation also continues to pay
respect and protect their ancestors and heritage on this land. We honour the
Indigenous history and culture that has thrived for millennia in this territory and the
Treaties that bind us together as partners in the spirit of a shared sustainable and
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prosperous future. We are all Treaty People. Our commitment begins with
acknowledging the Truth so that we can move forward together towards Reconciliation.
2. Agenda Approval:
a) Motion to Approve the Agenda.
Motion No. DSC250305-1
Moved by Bard, Seconded by Schell
It is recommended that the agenda for the Development Services Committee meeting of
Wednesday March 5, 2025 be received and approved, as amended, to revise Item 7d)
title as follows:
d) Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services re: Fees and Charges Update —
Building and Planning Divisions.
Carried.
3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest:
Councillor Hutcheson declared a conflict of interest on Item 6g) DS2025-025, Catherine
McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Application 2024-B-16 (Walker, Walker, Walker
& Butler), 343 Horseshoe Valley Road West. Councillor Hutcheson submitted the
following: Potential Conflict - I am a part owner of common lands which abut the subject
property.
4. Approval of Minutes:
a) Minutes of Development Services Committee meeting held on Wednesday, February 5,
2025.
Motion No. DSC250305-2
Moved by Greenlaw, Seconded by Bard
It is recommended that the draft minutes of the Development Services Committee
meeting held on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 be received and approved as printed
and circulated.
5. Public Meetings:
None.
Carried.
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6. Public Hearings:
a) DS2025-021, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning, Special Projects re: Minor
Variance Application 2025-A-03 (Watford and Shackleton), 2208 Highway 11 South.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Jesse Watford and Alexis
Shackleton.
The following correspondence was received: Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency
Services dated February 19, 2025; Ministry of Transportation dated February 19, 2025;
Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated February 24, 2025.
George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning Special Projects, explained the purpose and
effect of the proposed application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Jesse Watford, applicant, was present.
Staff confirmed that no additional public registrations were received and no verbal
comments were received from the public.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC250305-3
Moved by Hutcheson, Seconded by Young
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-021, George Vadeboncoeur, Manager, Planning, Special Projects re:
Minor Variance Application 2025-A-03 (Watford and Shackleton), 2208 Highway 11
South be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2025-A-03 (Watford and Shackleton) specifically to
permit:
• an accessory building to be set back 1.3 metres (4.2 feet) from the interior property line
• an accessory building with a maximum height of approximately 5.3 metres (17.5 feet),
• a maximum lot coverage for all detached accessory buildings of 5.45%
• an accessory building with a floor area of approximately 111.4.sq.m. (1,200 sq.ft.),
on lands known municipally as 2208 Highway 11 South, Township of Oro-Medonte,
be approved subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2025-021.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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b) DS2025-026, Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2025-A-04 (Sharpe), 76 Ward Avenue.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Sandra Sharpe.
The following correspondence was received: Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency
Services dated February 18, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division
dated February 19, 2025; Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority dated February
21, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated February 24, 2025.
Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Bobbi Leppington, agent on behalf of applicant, was present.
Staff confirmed that no additional public registrations were received and no verbal
comments were received from the public.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC250305-4
Moved by Clark, Seconded by Greenlaw
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-026, Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2025-A-04 (Sharpe), 76 Ward Avenue be received and
adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2025-A-04 (Sharpe) specifically to construct a new
single detached dwelling with a reduced setback from the average high water mark
of Bass Lake of 13.85 metres (45.4 feet) and 14.25 metres (46.7 feet) to the
dwelling and 12.7 metres (41.6 feet) to the wood deck stairs, on lands municipally
known as 76 Ward Avenue, Township of Oro-Medonte, be deferred to provide the
applicant the opportunity to address Building Staff comments contained in DS2025-
026
3. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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c) DS2025-027, Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2025-A-06 (Evans), 69 Lakeshore Road West.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Dave and Tanya Evans.
The following correspondence was received: Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency
Services dated February 18, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated
February 24, 2025.
Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
David Evans, applicant, was present. Matt Pryce, agent on behalf of applicant, was
present.
Staff confirmed that no additional public registrations were received and no verbal
comments were received from the public.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC250305-5
Moved by Schell, Seconded by Clark
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-027, Andy Karaiskakis, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2025-A-06 (Evans), 69 Lakeshore Road West be received and
adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2025-A-06 (Evans) specifically to permit an
increased total footprint of the boathouse and rooftop deck combined totaling 80.2
sq.m (864.0 sq.ft.), on lands municipally known as 69 Lakeshore Road West,
Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to the conditions as outlined in
DS2025-027.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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d) DS2025-030, Yubing Fan, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2025-A-07 (Wicks
& Brouillette), 1899 Ridge Road West.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Janet Wicks & Lory Brouillette.
The following correspondence was received: Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency
Services dated February 18, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division
dated February 19, 2025; Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority dated February
20, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated February 24, 2025.
Yubing Fan, Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the proposed application. A
PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Justin Sherry, agent on behalf of applicant, was present.
Staff confirmed that no additional public registrations were received and no verbal
comments were received from the public.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC250305-6
Moved by Young, Seconded by Hutcheson
It is recommended
1 That DS2025-030, Yubing Fan, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2025-A-07
(Wicks & Brouillette), 1899 Ridge Road West be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2025-A-07, specifically for permission to construct
a boathouse with an increased height of 8.7 metres (28.5 feet) above the elevation
of the Average High Water Mark of Lake Simcoe on lands municipally known as
1899 Ridge Road West, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to the
conditions as outlined in DS2025-030.
3. That the applicants be advised of Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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e) DS2025-024, Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Applications 2025-B-
01, 2025-B-02 and 2025-B-03 and Minor Variance Application 2025-A-08 (Beatty &
Beech), 3324 Line 4 North, 4346-010-002-30033 & 4346-010-002-30032.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Brian Beatty & Paula Beech.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Fire and
Emergency Services dated February 19, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated February 24, 2025.
Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the proposed
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
The applicant was not present.
Staff confirmed that no additional public registrations were received and no verbal
comments were received from the public.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
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Motion No. DSC250305-7
Moved by Greenlaw, Seconded by Young
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-024, Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Applications
2025-B-01, 2025-B-02 and 2025-B-03 and Minor Variance Application 2025-A-08
(Beatty & Beech), 3324 Line 4 North, 4346-010-002-30033 & 4346-010-002-30032
be received and adopted.
2. That Consent Application 2025-B-01 (Beatty & Beech), to permit a boundary
adjustment having a lot frontage of approximately 10.84 metres (35.6 feet), an
irregular lot depth and a total area of approximately 0.15 hectares (0.35 acres) to be
added to the property located at Concession 5 Part Lot 1 Part Road Allowance
Reference Plan 51 R44465 Part 1 (Oro), Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved
subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2025-024.
3. That Consent Application 2025-B-02 (Beatty & Beech), to permit a boundary
adjustment having a lot frontage of approximately 9.45 metres (31.0 feet), an
irregular lot depth and a total area of approximately 0.05 hectares (0.13 acres) to be
added to the property located at 3324 Line 4 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be
approved subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2025-024.
4. That Consent Application 2025-B-03 (Beatty & Beech), to permit a boundary
adjustment having a lot frontage of approximately 0.0 metres (0.0 feet), an irregular
lot depth and a total area of approximately 0.001 hectares (0.003 acres) to be
added to the property located at 3324 Line 4 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be
approved subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2025-024.
5. That Minor Variance Application 2025-A-08 (Beatty & Beech), specifically to permit
a minimum lot area of 0.5 hectares (1.2 acres) and a minimum lot frontage of 53.29
metres (174.8 feet) for 4346-010-002-30032, and permit a minimum lot area of 1.3
hectares (3.3 acres) and a minimum lot frontage of 9.45 metres (31.0 feet) for 3324
Line 4 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to the conditions as
outlined in DS2025-024.
6. That the applicants be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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f) DS2025-032, Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2025-A-11, Heritage Estates Events Inc., 421 Penetanguishene Road.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Heritage Estate Events Inc.
(Walter Vaz).
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated February 24, 2025; Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority dated
February 25, 2025; Laurie Ann Lowe and Family dated February 28, 2025; Craig Flegel
dated March 1, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services dated
March 3, 2025; Jeff Freeland dated March 3, 2025; lan Lackie dated March 3, 2025;
Ruth Howorth dated March 3, 2025; Ted Redman dated March 3, 2025; Garnet
Chappell dated March 3, 2025I Jerry Young received March 4 and 5, 2025.
Craig Mathieson, agent on behalf of applicant, was present. A PowerPoint presentation
was presented. Walter Vaz, applicant, was present. Sheeba Paul, Chris Barnett, Isaac
Drookman, on behalf of the applicant were present.
The following provided verbal comments:
Jerry Young provided opposition comments regarding noise and dust, provided noise
comments from page 5 of slide deck, provided references to the by-law and
enforcement, measurements of road, and types of material used, references to slides 9,
10, 11 including pictures of south bound view of abutting property owners and
comments regarding number of guests attending events.
Craig Flegel provided opposition comments regarding how the building is being built,
the volume of ambient noise after 11:00 p.m. and the burden of proof.
Peter McCarther provided opposition comments regarding noise, does not have an
issue with the premise of a business at the location, however, noise by-law wording,
scope of minor variance and temporary minor variance definitions, traffic and potential
accidents.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
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Motion No. DSC250305-8
Moved by Greenlaw, Seconded by Young
It is recommended that Minor Variance Application 2025-A-11, Heritage Estates Events
Inc., 421 Penetanguishene Road be deferred to allow for a draft Development
Agreement to be brought back to a future meeting.
Defeated.
Motion No. DSC250305-9
Moved by Hutcheson, Seconded by Clark
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-032, Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2025-A-11, Heritage Estates Events Inc., 421
Penetanguishene Road be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2025-A-11 by Heritage Estates Events Inc.
specifically to permit event functions within existing structures and on an existing
concrete pad on a temporary basis on lands municipally known as 421
Penetanguishene Road, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to
conditions as outlined in DS2025-032.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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g) DS2025-025, Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Application 2024-B-
16 (Walker, Walker, Walker & Butler), 343 Horseshoe Valley Road West.
Councillor Hutcheson declared a conflict of interest on Item 6g) DS2025-025, Catherine
McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Application 2024-B-16 (Walker, Walker, Walker
& Butler), 343 Horseshoe Valley Road West. Councillor Hutcheson submitted the
following: Potential Conflict - I am a part owner of common lands which abut the subject
property. Councillor Hutcheson was not present during the discussion or vote on the
item.
Deputy Mayor Lavoie called the hearing to order and explained the public hearing is
being held in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public
comments with respect to the proposed application by Anne, Ian, and Neil Walker and
Janice Butler.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated February 19, 2025; Enbridge Gas dated February 20, 2025; David and
Evelyn Pollock dated February 23, 2025; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division
dated February 24, 2025; Linda and David Myles dated February 25, 2025; Hydro One
dated February 28, 2025; County of Simcoe, Planning Department dated February 28,
2025.
Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the proposed
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Anne Walker, Janice Butler, Neil Walker, and Ian Walker co -applicants, were present.
A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Staff confirmed that no additional public registrations were received and no verbal
comments were received from the public.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public were received during
this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
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Motion No. DSC250305-10
Moved by Bard, Seconded by Schell
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-025, Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Application
2024-B-16 (Walker, Walker, Walker & Butler), 343 Horseshoe Valley Road West be
received and adopted.
2. That Consent Application 2024-B-16 (Walker, Walker, Walker & Butler), to create an
agricultural lot on the lands, consisting of a severed parcel having an area of
approximately 70.3 hectares (173.7 acres) and a frontage of approximately 618.0
metres (2,027.6 feet) on Horseshoe Valley Road West and a retained parcel having
a lot area of approximately 10.0 hectares (24.7 acres) and a frontage of
approximately 700.0 metres (2,296.6 feet), be deferred to provide the applicants
with the opportunity to address Planning Staffs comments.
3. That the applicants be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature
Carried.
7. Reports of Municipal Officers:
a) DS2025-012, Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Application 2023-B-20
(Devitt-Johannessen) 4662 Line 6 North.
Motion No. DSC250305-11
Moved by Schell, Seconded by Hutcheson
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-012, Catherine McCarroll, Senior Planner re: Consent Application
2023-B-20 (Devitt-Johannessen) 4662 Line 6 North be received and adopted.
2. That Consent Application 2023-B-20 (Devitt-Johannessen) to permit a technical
severance, consisting of a severed parcel having an area of approximately 20.2
hectares (49.9 acres) and a frontage of approximately 308.0 metres (1,010.5 feet)
on Line 5 North, and a retained parcel having a lot area of approximately 25.9
hectares (64.0 acres) and a frontage of approximately 126.0 metres (413.4 feet) on
Line 6 North, be approved subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2025-012.
3. That the applicant be advised of Development Services Committee's decision under
the Secretary Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
The Committee consented to allow the applicants to provide additional comments.
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b) DS2025-028, Brianna Belcourt, Policy & Special Projects Planner re: Line 6 North
Deviation — Road Renaming & Readdressing.
Motion No. DSC250305-12
Moved by Clark, Seconded by Greenlaw
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-028, Brianna Belcourt, Policy & Special Projects Planner re: Line 6
North Deviation — Road Renaming & Readdressing be received and adopted.
2. That the proposed road name "Warners Mill Lane" be accepted.
3. That staff bring forth the applicable draft By-law for Council's consideration.
Carried.
c) DS2025-033, Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services re: Removal of Holding
Provision, Application No. 2025-ZBA-18 (Freskiw), 10793 Highway 12 [Refer to Item 5a)
03 05 2025 Council Agenda].
Motion No. DSC250305-13
Moved by Young, Seconded by Bard
It is recommended
1. That DS2025-033, Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services re: Removal of
Holding Provision, Application No. 2025-ZBA-18 (Freskiw), 10793 Highway 12 be
received and adopted.
2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2025-ZBA-18 (Freskiw) specifically to
permit the removal of the Holding Provision applying to the lands municipally known
as 10793 Highway 12 be approved.
3. That staff bring forth the applicable draft By-law for Council's consideration.
4. That the applicant be advised of the decision under the Director, Development
Services' signature.
Carried.
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d) Brent Spagnol, Director, Development Services re: Fees and Charges Update — Building
and Planning Divisions.
Motion No. DSC250305-14
Moved by Hutcheson, Seconded by Young
It is recommended that the verbal information provided by Brent Spagnol, Director,
Development Services, re: Fees and Charges Update — Building and Planning Divisions
be received.
Carried.
8. Next Meeting Date:
April 2, 2025.
9. Adjournment:
a) Motion to Adjourn.
Motion No. DSC250305-15
Moved by Bard, Seconded by Clark
It is recommended that we do now adjourn at 9:07 p.m.
Carried.
Chair, Deputy ayor Secretary -Treasurer, Andy Karaiskakis
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