07 13 2017 Development Services Committee Meeting MinutesThe Township of Oro-Medonte
Development Services Committee Minutes
Townshipp of
Pronnd Heritage, Exciting Future
Thursday, July 13, 2017
Present: Mayor H.S. Hughes
Deputy Mayor Ralph Hough
Councillor Barbara Coutanche
Councillor Scott Macpherson
Councillor John Crawford
Councillor Scott Jermey
Regrets: Councillor Phil Hall
Council Chambers
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Staff Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services; Todd Weatherell, Intermediate
Present: Planner; Janette Teeter, Supervisor, Clerk's Services/Deputy Clerk
1. Opening of Meeting:
Deputy Mayor Hough assumed the Chair and called the meeting to order.
2. Agenda Approval:
a) Motion to Approve the Agenda.
Motion No. DSC170713-1
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended that the agenda for the Development Services Committee meeting of
Thursday, July 13, 2017 be received and approved; and that
- correspondence dated July 5, 2017 from Robert Brown re: Item 8b);
- correspondence dated July 11, 2017 from Yvonne Klima re: Item 8a);
- correspondence dated July 12, 2017 from Rosa MacLellan re: Item 8a);
- correspondence dated July 12, 2017 from Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division;
re: Item 8d)
be received.
Carried.
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3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest:
None declared.
4. Approval of Minutes:
a) Minutes of Development Services Committee meeting held on Wednesday, June 7,
2017.
Motion No. DSC170713-2
Moved by Jermey, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended that the draft minutes of the Development Services Committee
meeting held on Wednesday, June 7, 2017 be received and approved as printed and
circulated.
Carried.
5. Public Meetings:
a) Notice of Receipt of a Complete Application, Notice of Particulars and Public Access
and Notice of Public Meeting for Proposed Amendments to the Official Plan and
Zoning By-law of the Township of Oro-Medonte, Part of Lot 40 Concession 1
(E.P.R.), formerly in the Township of Oro, now in the Township of Oro-Medonte,
3239 Penetanguishene Road (County Road 93), Applications 2017-OPA-01 & 2017-
ZBA-05 (Costellos of Craighurst Inc. c/o Bill Player).
Deputy Mayor Hough called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. and explained the public
meeting is being is being held in accordance with Sections 17, 22 and 34 of the
Planning Act, to obtain public comment with respect to a proposed Official Plan
Amendment Application and proposed Zoning Amendment Application. The purpose of
Applications 2017-OPA-01 and 2017-ZBA-05 are to amend the Official Plan and Zoning
By-law to permit the development of a Tim Horton's Restaurant with a Drive-Thru
component, as well as an expansion to the existing mixed-use commercial/residential
building on the subject lands.
Notice of the Public Meeting was circulated to the appropriate `Agencies and posted on,
the Township's website on or before June 16, 2017.
The following correspondence was received: ;Enbridge Gas Distribution dated June 21,
2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated.June 30, 2017; Betty Veitch received
July 5, 2017; County of Simcoe, Planning Department dated July7, 2017; County of
Simcoe, Transportation and Engineering Department dated July 13, 2017; Lynette &
Dave Mader dated July 11, 2017; Doug Telek dated July 12, 2017.
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Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendments. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Jamie Robinson, MHBC Planning Limited, on behalf of the applicant, presented an
overview. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
The following public persons offered verbal comments with respect to the proposed
amendment:
Sheila Craig provided comments on the number of exceptions being granted, setting a
precedent, conflict with County of Simcoe and Township plans, welcoming the
sidewalks, traffic concerns, scheduling of traffic analysis, volume of cars through the
drive-through when backed up, rain water/drainage concerns including water overflow,
questioned plan with Horseshoe sewage water, and parking management.
Carolyn Sugg provided comments regarding extra water usage, potential impact on her
shared well, potential issues of well drying and remedy, and questioned if there was
plan to build a fence for privacy for her backyard to the parking lot.
Betty Veitch provided comments with respect to the application not fitting in with the
character of Craighurst, the two sufficient locations that serve coffee, concerns of
residents picking up their mail at the post boxes on the edge of the proposed site, traffic
concerns with taking a different route with respect to the post office boxes, the number
of exceptions to what is already in the Plan.
Derek Watson provided comments with resect to design of stormwater management,
septic, urban site plans vs. rural site plans, wells vs. septic, no area for fire service,
space concerns, application being more designed for city, property elevation
differences, water flow concerns, not opposed to plan but wants it done right.
There being no further comments or questions, the meeting adjourned at 6:16 p.m.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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6. Public Hearings:
a) Report No. DS2017-088, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-30 by Wanda and Donald Miller, 9 Mohawk Heights.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated June 29, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30,
2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated July 11, 2017; Dave Antaya
dated July 12, 2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Donald and Wanda Miller, applicants, were present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments:
Bob Turner provided concerns of the potential number of cars being parked at the
location, fire hydrantlemergency vehicles access concerns, not in agreement with the
application, questioned control for rentals at the top level of the dwelling.
Michael Trubashnik provided comments regarding traffic concerns, safety of children
and domestic pets, setting a precedent, frontage concerns, parking concerns for three
vehicles, detrimental effect on residents.
Wanda Miller provided reply comments of selecting tenants and experience with rental
properties.
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Motion No. DSC170713-3
Moved by Macpherson, Seconded by Coutanche
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-088, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re:
Minor Variance Application 2017-A-30 by Wanda and Donald Miller, 9 Mohawk
Heights be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-30 by Donald and Wanda Miller, specifically
to permit an accessory apartment within the existing dwelling under construction with
a maximum floor area of the apartment being 97.87 square metres (1053.42 sq. ft.),
be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.4 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed addition
shall otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed apartment on the property be substantially and proportionally
in conformity with the dimensions as set out on the application and sketches
submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained only after
the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the
Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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b) Report No. DS2017-082, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-31 by Sandy Atkinson, 1721 Line 10 North.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated June 29, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30,
2017; Adam Pullbrook & Christina Terry dated July 6, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Building Division dated July 11, 2017.
Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Sandy Atkinson, applicant, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-4
Moved by Jermey, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-082, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-31 by Sandy Atkinson, 1721 Line 10 North be received
and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-31 by Sandy Atkinson, specifically to
construct an addition to be used as an accessory apartment with a maximum floor
area of the apartment being 128.76 square metres (1386.0 sq. ft.), be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.4 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed addition
shall otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed addition/apartment on the property be substantially and
proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on the application and
sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained only after
the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the
Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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c) Report No. DS2017-089, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-32, Karrie Lee Semple, 30 Bay Street.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated June 29, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30,
2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Homer Frank, on behalf of applicant, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-5
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-089, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-32, Karrie Lee Semple, 30 Bay Street be received and
adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-32 by Karrie Lee Semple, specifically to
permit a detached accessory building with a gross floor area of 175.8 square metres
(1,892 square feet) and a maximum height of 4.57 metres (15 feet) on lands located
on Part of Lot 6, Plan 486, known as 30 Bay Street, be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.1.4 and Section 5.1.6 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the
proposed detached accessory building shall otherwise comply with all other
applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping on the property be
substantially and proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on
the application and sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate, Engineering Lot Grading Plan and
Building Permit be obtained from the Township only after the Committee's
decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the Planning Act
R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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d) Report No. DS2017-075, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-33 (Wiggins), 2195 Line 5 North (Oro); and Report No. DS2017-076,
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance Application 2017-A-34
(Wiggins), 2195 & 2207 Line 5 North (Oro).
The following correspondence was received for the two applications: Township of Oro-
Medonte, Manager, Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-
Medonte, Building Division dated June 27, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated June 29, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30,
2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Michele O'Sullivan and Doug Hutchinson, on behalf of applicant, were present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-6
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-075, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-33 (Wiggins), 2195 Line 5 North (Oro) be received and
adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-33 by Richard Stephen Wiggins, specifically
to permit an agricultural lot size of 1.0 hectares (2.47 acres) for a property located at
2195 Line 5 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved.
3. That, notwithstanding Table B4 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the severed lot shall
otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By -Law;
4. That, notwithstanding Section 6.0 — Definitions (Hobby Farm), on the severed lands
the keeping of horses is prohibited.
5. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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Motion No. DSC170713-7
Moved by Macpherson, Seconded by Coutanche
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-076, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-34 (Wiggins), 2195 & 2207 Line 5 North (Oro), be
received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-34 by Richard Stephen Wiggins, specifically
to permit an agricultural lot size of 1.0 hectares (2.47 acres) for a property located at
2195 & 2207 Line 5 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved.
3. That, notwithstanding Table B4 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the severed lot shall
otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By -Law;
4. That, notwithstanding Section 6.0 — Definitions (Hobby Farm), on the severed lands
the keeping of horses is prohibited.
5. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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e) Report No. DS2017-085, Deborah -Ann Liske, Planner re: Minor Variance Application
2017-A-35 Jeff & Sharene Williams, 646 Moonstone Road West.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated June 27, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division dated
June 29, 2017; Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority dated June 30, 2017;
Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30, 2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Jeff Williams, applicant, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-8
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-085, Deborah -Ann Liske, Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-35 Jeff & Sharene Williams, 646 Moonstone Road West be
received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-35 by Jeff and Sharene Williams
specifically to permit a detached accessory building with a reduced setback of 5
metres from the Environmental Protection Zone on lands located on CON 5 S PT
LOT 16 RP 51 R8920 PART 1, known as 646 Moonstone Road West, Township of
Oro-Medonte, be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.27 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed
detached accessory building shall otherwise comply with all other applicable
provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping on the property be
substantially and proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on
the application and sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained from the
Township only after the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as
provided for within the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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f) Report No. DS2017-086, Deborah -Ann Liske, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2017-A-
36 David & Melanie Kearns, 5417 Line 8 North.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Bell Canada dated June 29, 2017;
Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division dated June 29, 2017; Nottawasaga Valley
Conservation Authority dated June 30, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated
June 30, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated July 11, 2017; Severn
Sound Environmental Association dated July 11, 2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
David and Melanie Kearns, applicants, were present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-9
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-086, Deborah -Ann Liske, Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-36 David & Melanie Kearns, 5417 Line 8 North be received and
adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-36 by David & Melanie Kearns
specifically to permit a detached accessory building with a reduced setback of 7 metres
from the Environmental Protection Zone and a reduced setback of 17 metres (55.7 feet)
from a Watercourse on lands located on CON 9 PT LOT 15 RP 51 R32591 PART 1,
known as 5417 Line 8 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.27 and Section 5.32 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the
proposed detached accessory building shall otherwise comply with all other
applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping on the property be
substantially and proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on the
application and sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the applicant satisfy any permits and/or approvals from the Nottawasaga Valley
Conservation Authority;
d) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained from the
Township only after the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as
provided for within the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's website.
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g) Report No. DS2017-090, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-37 by Christine Lang, 63 Raikes Street.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated June 27, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division dated
June 29, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30, 2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Ronald Lang, on behalf of applicant, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-10
Moved by Jermey, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-090, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-37 by Christine Lang, 63 Raikes Street be received and
adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-37 by Christine Lang, specifically to permit
an addition to increase the gross floor area of a detached accessory building from
113 square metres (1,216.3 square feet) to 128 square metres (1,377 square feet)
on lands located on Part of Lot 2, Range 2, known as 63 Raikes Street, be
approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.1.6 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed
detached accessory building shall otherwise comply with all other applicable
provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping on the property be
substantially and proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on
the application and sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained from the
Township only after the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as
provided for within the Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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h) Report No. DS2017-087, Deborah -Anne Liske, Planner re: Minor Variance Application
2017-A-38, Thomas Tampold, 11 Pine Point.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated June 29, 2017; Janet & Dennis Donaghey dated June 30, 2017; Simcoe
County District School Board dated June 30, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Manager, Development Engineering dated July 4, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Building Division dated July 5, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Environmental Services
Division dated July 6, 2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Thomas Tampold, applicant, and John Foster, agent on behalf of applicant, were present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments:
Dennis Donaghey referred to his submitted correspondence, questioned the height,
variance measurement and other lots in the Township, erosion concerns, slope stability
issues, tree removal concerns, the possibility of leaving the application unfinished.
Janet Donaghey questioned purpose of Regulation and granting exceptions,
consideration of "minor".
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Motion No. DSC170713-11
Moved by Macpherson, Seconded by Coutanche
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-087, Deborah -Anne Liske, Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-38, Thomas Tampold, 11 Pine Point be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-38 by Thomas Tampold
specifically to permit the construction of a single detached dwelling with an
encroachment of 1.5 metres into Top of Bank on Lot 87, Plan M11, known as 11
Pine Point, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.31 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed single
detached dwelling shall otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of
the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping on the property be
substantially and proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on
the application and sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate, Engineered Lot Grading Plan, and
Building Permit be obtained from the Township only after the Committee's
decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the Planning Act
R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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Report No. DS2017-083, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-39 by Rob Love, Robin Reynolds, Elyse Chazan, Martin
Vanderwoude, 10028 Highway 12.
The following correspondence was received: Jan Heydon dated June 5, 2017;
Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager, Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017;
Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division dated June 29, 2017; Nottawasaga
Valley Conservation Authority dated June 30, 2017; Simcoe County District School
Board dated June 30, 2017.
Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Martin Vanderwoude, one of the applicants, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-12
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-083, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-39 by Rob Love, Robin Reynolds, Elyse Chazan,
Martin Vanderwoude, 10028 Highway 12 be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-39 by Rob Love, Robin Reynolds, Elyse
Chazan, Martin Vanderwoude, specifically to construct an addition to be used as an
accessory apartment with a maximum floor area of the apartment being 121.0
square metres (1302.4 sq. ft.), be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.4 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed addition
shall otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed addition/apartment on the property be substantially and
proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on the application and
sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained only after
the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the
Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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j) Report No. DS2017-084, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-40 by Claudia Brabazon and John Lavigne, 881 Woodland Drive
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated June 29, 2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30,
2017; Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority dated July 7, 2017; Ken Taylor
received July 13, 2017.
Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Claudia Brabazon and John Lavigne, applicants, and Jeff Waring, agent on behalf of
applicants, were present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
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Motion No. DSC170713-13
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-084, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-40 by Claudia Brabazon and John Lavigne, 881
Woodland Drive be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-40 by Claudia Brabazon and John Lavigne,
specifically to construct a new single family dwelling with a minimum rear yard
setback from Lake Simcoe of 17.0 metres (55.77 feet) to the dwelling and 13.6
metres (44.61 feet) to an open deck; be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Table B1 and Section 5.7 a) of Zoning By-law 97-95, the
proposed detached dwelling and open deck shall otherwise comply with all other
applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law.
b) That the proposed detached dwelling on the property be substantially and
proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on the application and
sketches submitted and approved by the Committee.
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate and Building Permit be obtained only after
the Committee's decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the
Planning Act R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
d) That an Ontario Land Surveyor verify by pinning the foundation wall of the
detached dwelling and verifying in writing by way of survey/real property report,
prior to the pouring of the footing and if no footing, the foundation, that the
detached dwelling is located no closer than 1.5 metres (4.92 feet) from the
interior lot lines and 17.0 metres (55.77 feet) from the high water mark of Lake
Simcoe.
e) That the applicant satisfy any permits and/or approvals required from Lake
Simcoe Region Conservation Authority.
4. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
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k) Report No. DS2017-081, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Consent Application
2017-B-19 (Storey), 2191 Line 2 North Con. 3, North Part Lot 7.
The following correspondence was received: G. and Helen Wellnhofer dated June 14,
2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager, Development Engineering dated June 26,
2017; Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30, 2017; Steve & Sandra
Rehling dated July 5, 2017.
Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Allan Storey, applicant, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments:
G. Wellnhofer provided concerns regarding the number of severances allowed, house
that is currently on the property for a number of years to be fixed up or torn down,
intention of 8 applications for solar farm, clear cutting of lots, extensive use of hobby
farm definition, concerns that land will not be farmed, financial incentive comments,
information request on building to be built, closeness to their property concerns, can lot
be sold undeveloped, circular driveway and with new pavement traffic and speeding
concerns, entrance location concerns.
Steve Rehling provided weather/crop damage/drainage concerns, septic system
comments, history of property, number of severances, questioned plan for derelict
dwelling.
Motion No. DSC170713-14
Moved by Jermey, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-081, Todd Weatherell, Intermediate Planner re: Consent
Application 2017-B-19 (Storey), 2191 Line 2 North Con. 3, North Part Lot 7 be
received and adopted.
2. That the Development Services Committee approve Consent Application 2017-B-19,
subject to the following conditions:
a) That one copy of a Registered Reference Plan for the subject lands indicating the
severed parcel be prepared by an Ontario Land Surveyor and be submitted to
the Secretary -Treasurer;
b) That the applicant's solicitor prepares and submit a copy of the proposed
conveyance for the parcel severed, for review by the Municipality;
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c) That the applicant pays $ 2,000.00 to the Township for the retained lot created as
cash -in -lieu of a parkland contribution;
d) That all municipal taxes be paid to the Township of Oro-Medonte;
e) That the applicant signs the Township's Memorandum of Understanding by
which the applicant acknowledges the requirements and timing of matters that
may include; payment of development charges, payment of cash in lieu of
parkland, detailed design of a building or septic system, engineered lot grading,
and water and sanitary servicing, on either the vacant severed or vacant retained
parcel;
f) That the applicant applies for and obtains approval of a Minor Variance to permit
a minimum lot area of 1.5 hectare (3.7 acres) for a hobby farm on the severed
parcel;
g) That the applicant applies for and obtains approval of a driveway entrance permit
on the severed lands;
h) That the conditions of consent imposed by the Committee be fulfilled within one
year from the date of the giving of the notice.
3. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
Motion No. DSC170713-15
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended that Rule 14.21 a) of Procedural By-law No. 2015-203 be suspended
in order to allow the meeting to proceed past the 4 hour adjournment requirement.
Carried.
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1) Report No. DS2017-091, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Consent
Application 2017-B-20 by Gordon Rankin, 3750 Line 10 North.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated June 26, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated June 27, 2017; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division dated
June 29, 2017; Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority dated June 29, 2017;
Simcoe County District School Board dated June 30, 2017.
Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services, explained the purpose and effect of the
application. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Josh Morgan, Morgan Planning & Development, on behalf of applicant, was present.
The following public persons offered verbal comments: None.
Motion No. DSC170713-16
Moved by Hughes, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended that Consent Application 2017-B-20 by Gordon Rankin, 3750 Line 10
North be deferred at the request of the applicant's agent.
Carried.
A digital recording of the meeting is available for review through the Township's
website.
7. Deputations:
a) John Birch, re: Consent Application 2017-B-18, John and Marilyn Birch, 4 Black Forest
Lane [refer to Item 8a)].
Motion No. DSC170713-17
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended that the correspondence received July 4, 2017 and presented by
John Birch re: Consent Application 2017-B-18, John and Marilyn Birch, 4 Black Forest
Lane be received and considered in conjunction with Item 8a).
Carried.
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b) Denise Osborne & Justin Laquerre, re: Consent Application 2016-B-01 and Zoning By-
law Amendment Application 2016-ZBA-02 by 1748290 Ontario Ltd., 257 Moonstone
Road E., West Part of Lot 15, Concession 9 (Medonte) [Refer to Item 8d)].
Motion No. DSC170713-18
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended that the correspondence dated July 4, 2017 and PowerPoint
presentation presented by Denise Osborne & Justin Laquerre re: Consent Application
2016-B-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2016-ZBA-02 by 1748290
Ontario Ltd., 257 Moonstone Road E., West Part of Lot 15, Concession 9 (Medonte) be
received and considered in conjunction with Item 8d).
Carried.
c) John LaRose & Marianna Rallis, re: Minor Variance Application 2017-A-29 (LaRose &
Rallis), 22 Green Mountain Court. [Refer to Item 8b)].
Picture correspondence was distributed to members of Committee and staff.
Motion No. DSC170713-19
Moved by Jermey, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended that the correspondence dated July 5, 2017 and picture
correspondence submitted by John LaRose & Marianna Rallis, re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-29 (LaRose & Rallis), 22 Green Mountain Court be received and
considered in conjunction with Item 8b).
Carried.
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8. Reports of Municipal Officers:
a) Report No. DS2017-063, Deborah -Ann Liske, Planner re: Consent Application 2017-6-
18 John and Marilyn Birch, 4 Black Forest Lane [Deferred from June 7, 2017 meeting].
The Committee consented to allow Ed Merkur to speak to the item.
Motion No. DSC170713-20
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-063, Deborah -Ann Liske, Planner re: Consent Application
2017-B-18 John and Marilyn Birch, 4 Black Forest Lane, be received and adopted.
2. That the Development Services Committee grant provisional consent to Application
2017-B-18 to convey a parcel having an area of approximately 0.4 hectares (1 acre),
a lot frontage of approximately 48 metres (157 feet) and lot depth of approximately
96 metres (314 feet) located on Range 1 Part Lot 2, Lot 7 Plan 51 M191, Township of
Oro-Medonte, known as 4 Black Forest Lane, subject to the following conditions:
a) That the applicant signs the Township's Memorandum of Understanding by
which the applicant acknowledges the requirements and timing of matters that
may include: payment of development charges, payment of cash in lieu of
parkland, detailed design of a building or septic system, engineered lot grading,
and water and sanitary servicing, on either the vacant severed or retained parcel;
b) That the applicant dedicate to the Municipality a fee of $2000 as a parkland
contribution for each new lot created for residential purposes as cash -in -lieu of a
parkland contribution pursuant to By-law 2006-50 under the authority of
subsection 53(13) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c. P. 13;
c) That one copy of a Registered Reference Plan of the subject lands prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor be submitted to the Committee Secretary -Treasurer
which conforms substantially with the application as submitted;
d) That the applicant's solicitor prepare and submit a copy of the proposed
conveyance for the parcel severed, for review by the Municipality and for use for
the issuance of the certificate of consent;
e) That all municipal taxes be paid to the Township of Oro-Medonte;
f) That the Certificate of Consent be issued utilizing Form 2, Section 53 (42) of the
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990; and
g) That the conditions of consent imposed by the Committee be fulfilled within one
year from the date of the giving of the notice.
3. And that the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's
decision under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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b) Report No. DS2017-073, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-29 (LaRose & Rallis), 22 Green Mountain Court. [Deferred from June
7, 2017 meeting].
Motion No. DSC170713-21
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-073, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-29 (LaRose & Rallis), 22 Green Mountain Court, be
received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-29 by John Larose and Marianna Rallis,
specifically to permit a detached accessory building in the front yard on lands
located at 22 Green Mountain Court be denied for the reasons that the proposed
development does not conform to the general intent of the Zoning By-law, is not
appropriate for the desirable development of the lot and is not minor.
3. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Defeated.
Motion No. DSC170713-22
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Jermey
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-073, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor
Variance Application 2017-A-29 (LaRose& Rallis), 22 Green Mountain Court be received.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-29 by John Larose and Marianna Rallis,
specifically to permit a detached accessory building in the front yard on lands
located at 22 Green Mountain Court, be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.1.3 a) of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed
accessory building shall otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of
the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping, especially the evergreen
tree screen, on the property be substantially and proportionally in conformity and
maintained with the dimensions and landscaping as set out on the application
and sketches submitted and approved by the Committee;
c) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate, Engineered Lot Grading Plan and
Building Permit be obtained from the Township only after the Committee's
decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the Planning Act
R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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c) Report No. DS2017-077, Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-26, Colin & Tammy Dennis, 590 Lakeshore Road East.
Motion No. DSC170713-23
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-077, Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner re: Minor Variance
Application 2017-A-26, Colin & Tammy Dennis, 590 Lakeshore Road East, be
received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2017-A-26 by Colin & Tammy Dennis, specifically to
permit the construction of a second storey addition and a rear addition to a single
detached dwelling with a new front porch, back deck and carport with a reduced
setback from the limits of the Environmental Protection Zone of 7.77 metres (25.49
feet) to the carport and 14.4 metres (47.2 feet) to the porch, a reduced setback from
the watercourse of 6.83 metres (22.40 feet) to the carport and 13.8 metres (45.2
feet) to the porch, and a reduced interior side yard setback (north) of 1.4 metres (4.5
feet) on lands known as 590 Lakeshore Road East to facilitate the second storey
and rear additions, be approved.
3. That the following conditions be imposed on the Committee's decision:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.27, Table B1 and Section 5.32 of Zoning By-law
97-95, the proposed additions to the single detached dwelling shall otherwise
comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed buildings/structures and landscaping on the property be
substantially and proportionally in conformity with the dimensions as set out on
the application and approved by the Committee;
c) That an Ontario Land Surveyor verify by pinning the foundation wall of the
proposed additions (including the porch and carport) in writing by way of
survey/real property report, prior to the pouring of the footing and if no footing,
the foundation, that the additions are in conformity with Committee's decision;
d) That an Erosion Hazard Analysis be undertaken by a qualified professional
demonstrating how the erosion hazard of Bradens Creek will be addressed or
alternatively that the owner shall agree to register on title a provision stating that any
riparian works required for erosion protection shall be undertaken by the landowner;
e) That the owner obtain a permit from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation
Authority prior to any site alteration or development on the property in accordance
with Ontario Regulation 179/06 under the Conservation Authorities Act;
f) That the appropriate Zoning Certificate, Engineered Lot Grading Plan and
Building Permit be obtained from the Township only after the Committee's
decision becomes final and binding, as provided for within the Planning Act
R.S.O. 1990, c.P. 13.
4. And that the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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d) Report No. DS2017-092, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Consent
Application 2016-B-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2016-ZBA-02 by
1748290 Ontario Ltd., 257 Moonstone Road East [Refer to Item 5c) 07 13 2017 Council
Agenda].
The Committee consented to allow Jessie Coughlin, Jennifer Coughlin, Mark Coughlin
and Steven Osborne to speak to the item.
Motion No. DSC170713-24
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Hughes
It is recommended that Consent Application 2016-B-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment
Application 2016-ZBA-02 by 1748290 Ontario Ltd., 257 Moonstone Road East, be
deferred to allow the applicant the opportunity to consider a revised application with
respect to the driveway from the Moonstone Road.
Defeated.
Motion No. DSC170713-25
Moved by Jermey, Seconded by Crawford
It is recommended
1. That Report No. DS2017-092, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re:
Consent Application 2016-B-01 and Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2016-
ZBA-02 by 1748290 Ontario Ltd., 257 Moonstone Road East, be received and
adopted.
2. That the Development Services Committee grant provisional consent, together with
an easement for Bell Canada purposes, to Application 2016-B-01 to convey a parcel
of land having an area of 0.2 hectares (0.49 acres) and a lot frontage of
approximately 5.8 metres (19.0 feet), located on Part of Lot 15, Concession 9
(Medonte), Township of Oro-Medonte, known as 257 Moonstone Road East, subject
to the following conditions:
a) That the severed lands be rezoned to a Residential One Exception 278 (R1 *278)
Zone, to permit residential use with a reduced lot frontage of 5.8 metres and a
reduced driveway setback of 1 metre, to the satisfaction of the Township of Oro-
Medonte;
b) That the applicant verify to the satisfaction of the Building Division the location of
the on-site sewage system on the retained lands for compliance with the Ontario
Building Code required clearances from the proposed new lot line;
c) That the applicant signs the Township's Memorandum of Understanding by
which the applicant acknowledges the requirements and timing of matters that
may include: payment of development charges, payment of cash in lieu of
parkland, detailed design of a building or septic system, engineered lot grading,
and water and sanitary servicing, on either the vacant severed or retained parcel;
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d) That the applicant pay to the Municipality a fee of $2000 as a parkland
contribution for each new lot created for residential purposes as cash -in -lieu of a
parkland contribution pursuant to By-law 2006-50 under the authority of
subsection 53(13) of the Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990 c. P. 13;
e) That the applicant transfer to the County of Simcoe an approximately 5.0 metre
road allowance widening along the entire frontage of the retained lands adjacent
to County Road 19 (Moonstone Road East) as outlined in the letter dated March
24, 2016 from the County of Simcoe Transportation and Engineering
Department;
f) That one copy of a Registered Reference Plan of the subject lands prepared by
an Ontario Land Surveyor be submitted to the Committee Secretary -Treasurer
which conforms substantially with the application as submitted;
g) That the applicant's solicitor prepare and submit a copy of the proposed
conveyance for the parcel severed, for review by the Municipality and for use for
the issuance of the certificate of consent;
h) That all municipal taxes be paid to the Township of Oro-Medonte;
i) That the Certificate of Consent be issued utilizing Form 2, Section 53 (42) of the
Planning Act, R.S.O. 1990; and,
j) That the conditions of consent imposed by the Committee be fulfilled within one
year from the date of the giving of the notice;
3. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2016-ZBA-02, that would rezone a
portion of the subject lands from the Local Commercial (LC) Zone to a Residential
One Exception 278 (R1 "278) Zone to permit residential use and a reduced lot
frontage of 5.8 metres, on Schedule 'A24' to Zoning By-law No. 97-95, as amended,
be approved, as shown on Schedule 'A' of proposed By-law No. 2017-109;
4. That the Deputy Clerk bring forward the appropriate Zoning By-law Amendment for
Council's consideration;
5. And that the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's
decision under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Defeated.
9. Communications:
None.
10. Next Meeting Date:
Wednesday, September 6, 2017.
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11.Adjournment:
a) Motion to Adjourn.
Motion No. DSC170713-26
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Macpherson
It is recommended that we do now adjourn at 11:36 p.m.
Carried.
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