12 02 2020 Development Services Committee MinutesA^� The Township of Oro-Medonte
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Electronic Meeting
Proud Heritage, Exciting Future
Wednesday, December 2, 2020 5:36 p.m.
Present: Mayor H.S. Hughes
Deputy Mayor Ralph Hough
Councillor Ian Veitch
Councillor Tammy DeSousa
Councillor Cathy Keane
Councillor Shawn Scott
Councillor Randy Greenlaw
Staff Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services; Andy Karaiskakis, Senior
Present: Planner (a portion); Janette Teeter, Supervisor, Clerk's Services/Deputy
Clerk; Harold Daynard, Manager, Information Technology (IT)
All Council and staff participated via Zoom platform.
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. DSC201202-1
Moved by Keane, Seconded by Greenlaw
It is recommended that the agenda for the Development Services Committee meeting of
Wednesday December 2, 2020 be received and approved.
Carried.
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3. Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest:
Councillor Scott declared a conflict of interest on Item 6g) DS2020-158, Andria Leigh,
Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-64, Brenda
Houben, 2024 Line 6 North as he has had a previous business relationship with
Hardwood Ski & Bike (and their clients) in the past and may again in the future. This
variance application on an adjoining property will benefit Hardwood Ski & Bike.
Councillor Scott exited his seat and did not participate in the discussion or vote of this
item.
4. Approval of Minutes:
a) Minutes of Development Services Committee meeting held on Wednesday, November 4,
2020.
Motion No. DSC201202-2
Moved by DeSousa, Seconded by Hughes
It is recommended that the draft minutes of the Development Services Committee
meeting held on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 be received and approved as printed
and circulated.
Carried.
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5. Public Meetings:
a) Notice of Receipt of a Complete Application, Notice of Particulars and Public
Access, Notice of Public Meeting for Proposed Amendment to the Zoning By-law of
the Township of Oro-Medonte, 101 Eady Station Road and described as Part West
Part Lot 13, Concession 11 (Medonte), 2020-ZBA-18, Lacey Robson, Michael Van
Muyen and Lynda Whiston [Refer to Items 7b) below and 5a) 12 02 2020 Council
Agenda].
Deputy Mayor called the hearing to order and explained the public meeting is being held
in accordance with the provisions of the Planning Act to obtain public comments with
respect to the proposed Application by proposed application by Lacey Robson, Michael
Van Muyen and Lynda Whiston.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated November 12, 2020; Enbridge Gas Inc. dated November 13, 2020;
Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager, Development Engineering dated November 13,
2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated November 16, 2020.
Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner, explained the purpose and effect of the proposed
amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Lacey Robson, one of the applicants, was present.
Staff commented that no additional public registrations were received.
Staff confirmed that no additional correspondence from the public was received during
this meeting.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Item 7b) was dealt with at this time.
Item 7a) was dealt with at this time.
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6. Public Hearings:
a) DS2020-149, Danielle Waters, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-58, Chris
and Jackie Sweet, 2440 Foxmead Road.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Operations Division dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated November 16, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
The applicant was not present.
Staff commented that no additional public registrations were received.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC201202-3
Moved by Hughes, Seconded by DeSousa
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-149, Danielle Waters, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-
58, Chris and Jackie Sweet, 2440 Foxmead Road be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-58 by Chris and Jackie Sweet, specifically
for permission to permit a detached accessory building with an increase in height to
5.0 metres (16.4 feet) on the lands municipally known as 2440 Foxmead Road,
Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved, subject to the conditions as outlined in
DS2020-149.
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) DS2020-153, Catherine McLean, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-53, Lilia
& Sergiu Razmerita, 259 Shoreline Drive.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Operations Division dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated November 16, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
The applicant was not present.
Staff commented that no additional public registrations were received.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC201202-4
Moved by Scott, Seconded by Veitch
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-153, Catherine McLean, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2020-
A-53, Lilia & Sergiu Razmerita, 259 Shoreline Drive be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-53 by Lilia & Sergiu Razmerita, specifically
for permission to enlarge the deck at the rear of the single detached dwelling with a
reduced rear yard setback of 17.44 metres (57.2 feet) from the average high water
mark of Lake Simcoe, on lands municipally known as 259 Shoreline Drive, Township
of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2020-153.
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) DS2020-157, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2020-A-60 (Jmourko), 17 Shewchenko Road (Oro).
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Operations Division dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated November 16, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Ivan Jmourko, applicant, was present.
Staff commented that no additional public registrations were received.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC201202-5
Moved by Greenlaw, Seconded by Scott
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-157, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2020-A-60 (Jmourko), 17 Shewchenko Road (Oro) Township of Oro-
Medonte be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-60 by Ivan Jmourko, specifically to permit a
setback of 12 metres (39.3 feet) from a water course for a detached dwelling unit,
and a setback of 2.5 metres (8.2 feet) from the interior side lot line for the driveway
on a property located at 17 Shewchenko Road be approved subject to the conditions
as outlined in DS2020-157.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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d) DS2020-163, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance Application
2020-A-61, Ingrid Tamme, 5 Trafalgar Drive.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Operations Division dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated November 16, 2020; Gail Raikes dated November 29, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Michael Heikens, on behalf of the applicant, was present.
Staff commented that no additional public registrations were received.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC201202-6
Moved by Veitch, Seconded by Keane
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-163, Derek Witlib, Manager, Planning Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2020-A-61, Ingrid Tamme, 5 Trafalgar Drive be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-61 by Ingrid Tamme, specifically for
permission for a boathouse with a maximum height of 9.0 metres (29.5 feet) and a
maximum combined boathouse/deck footprint of 145.0 square metres (1,560.8 sq.
ft.), on lands municipally known as 5 Trafalgar Drive, Township of Oro-Medonte, be
approved subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2020-163.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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e) DS2020-154, Catherine McLean, Intermediate Planner re: Minor Variance Application
2020-A-62, Tanya & Selsse Vespera, 171 Lakeshore Road West.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations
Division dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building Division dated
November 16, 2020; James Cooper dated November 18, 26 and December 2, 2020;
Gary Smockum dated November 18, 30 and December 2, 2020; Township of Oro-
Medonte, Manager, Development Engineering dated November 23 and 25, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Matt Pryce, on behalf of the applicant, was present.
The following members of the public provided comments:
James Cooper provided concerns of the setbacks on the lake side, the carport and
setting a dangerous precedent for lakeside properties.
Gary Smockum agreed with the previous comments, provided concerns regarding the
setbacks, following the rules as set out in the by-laws, the need for the dwelling to be in
line with the other dwellings and drainage concerns.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC201202- 7
Moved by DeSousa, Seconded by Hughes
It is recommended that DS2020-154, Catherine McLean, Intermediate Planner re: Minor
Variance Application 2020-A-62, Tanya & Selsse Vespera, 171 Lakeshore Road West
be deferred to allow the applicant to further review the proposed variances with
Township staff and report back to the Development Services Committee.
Defeated.
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Motion No. DSC201202-8
Moved by Scott, Seconded by Greenlaw
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-154, Catherine McLean, Intermediate Planner re: Minor Variance Application
2020-A-62, Tanya & Selsse Vespera, 171 Lakeshore Road West be received.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-62 by Tanya & Selsse Vespera specifically for
permission to build a carport attached to the single detached dwelling which encroaches
2.81 metres (9.2 feet) into the required 3.0 metres (9.8 feet) interior side yard setback and
widen the existing driveway with a setback of 0.6 metres (1.97 feet) from the interior side lot
line on lands municipally known as 171 Lakeshore Road West, Township of Oro-Medonte,
be denied on the basis 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. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-62 by Tanya & Selsse Vespera specifically for
permission -to build a rear porch that encroaches 4.97 metres (16.3 feet) into the required 20
metres (65.5 feet) setback from the average high water mark of Lake Simcoe, build a
detached accessory building with a maximum floor area of 82.0 square metres (873.5 feet)
and a front yard setback of 0.91 metres (3.0 feet) and permit a maximum lot coverage for all
detached accessory buildings on the lot of 6.2%, on lands municipally known as 171
Lakeshore Road West, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to the following
conditions:
4. The conditions are as follows:
a) That notwithstanding Section 5.9.1, Section 5.1.6, Section 5.1.3 (a) and Section 5.1.5,
the proposed single detached dwelling and detached accessory building shall otherwise
comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed single detached dwelling and detached accessory building 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 the permits and approvals required from the Lake Simcoe
Region Conservation Authority;
d) That, if required, an Ontario Land Surveyor verify by pinning the foundation wall 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 rear porch is located no closer than
15.03 metres from the average high water mark of Lake Simcoe (219.15 m G.S.0
Datum), the single detached dwelling is located no closer than 3.0 metres from the
interior side lot line, the detached accessory building is located no closer than 2.0 metres
from the interior side lot line and no closer than 0.91 metres from the front lot line.
e) That the applicants obtain an Entrance/Road Occupancy Permit from the Township's
Operation's Department;
f) That the applicants maintain the existing vegetative buffer on the front and interior
property lines, or replace with a similar vegetative buffer; and,
g) 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.
5. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision under the
Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
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f) DS2020-156, Danielle Waters, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-63, Susan
Keslick, 59 Parkside Drive.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager,
Development Engineering dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte,
Operations Division dated November 13, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated November 16, 2020; Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority dated
November 18, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Aaron Dales, on behalf of the applicant, was present.
Staff commented that no additional public registrations were received.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
Motion No. DSC201202-9
Moved by Greenlaw, Seconded by Veitch
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-156, Danielle Waters, Planner re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-
63, Susan Keslick, 59 Parkside Drive be received and adopted.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-63 by Susan Keslick specifically to permit
the construction of an addition to a single detached dwelling with a reduced setback
of 17.96 metres (58.9 feet) from the average high water mark of Lake Simcoe on
lands municipally known as 59 Parkside Drive, be approved, subject to the
conditions as outlined in DS2020-156.
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) DS2020-158, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2020-A-64, Brenda Houben, 2024 Line 6 North.
Councillor Scott declared a conflict of interest on Item 6g) DS2020-158, Andria Leigh,
Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance Application 2020-A-64, Brenda
Houben, 2024 Line 6 North as he has had a previous business relationship with
Hardwood Ski & Bike (and their clients) in the past and may again in the future. This
variance application on an adjoining property will benefit Hardwood Ski & Bike.
Councillor Scott exited his seat and did not participate in the discussion or vote of this
item.
The following correspondence was received: Township of Oro-Medonte, Building
Division dated November 16, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Manager, Development
Engineering dated November 16, 2020; Township of Oro-Medonte, Operations Division
dated November 17, 2020; Carl Darby dated November 29, 2020; Joanne Kaplinski
dated November 30, 2020.
Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services explained the purpose and effect of the
proposed amendment. A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Gareth Houben, on behalf of the applicant, was present
The following member of the public provided comments
Carly Darby provided concerns regarding how the trails were to be managed for public
use, use of salt/sand on the parking lot, the dripping of salt off the vehicles, how the
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit's guidelines were to be mandated, the Nordic
Canada cancellation of winter events, options to move the parking lot, the loss of the
view and peace of the area, opposition of a parking lot being build, noise concerns,
proposal of trail network, grooming machine lights, added traffic with snow plows,
narrowness of road, road safety concerns, circulation of comments to departments,
preference to leave in natural state and farm the property in the summer, concerns due
to his adjacent property at his back and side fence, his submission being reviewed and
questioned if there will be a locked gate on the entrance.
There was no additional correspondence from the public received during this hearing.
There being no further comments or questions, the hearing adjourned.
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Motion No. DSC201202-10
Moved by Hughes, Seconded by Veitch
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-158, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Minor Variance
Application 2020-A-64, Brenda Houben, 2024 Line 6 North be received.
2. That Minor Variance Application 2020-A-64 by Brenda Houben specifically for
permission to construct an accessory parking lot on lands municipally known as
2024 Line 6 North, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved subject to the following
conditions:
a) That notwithstanding Section 6 of Zoning By-law 97-95, the proposed parking lot
shall otherwise comply with all other applicable provisions of the Zoning By-law;
b) That the proposed parking lot be re -located to run perpendicular to Line 6 North
with revised dimensions of 60 metres (frontage on Line 6 North) and 100 metres
depth;
c) That the applicant provide an updated sketch to reflect the revised dimensions
noted in condition (b) as approved by the Committee;
d) That maintenance/clearing of the parking lot would be limited to between the
hours of 7 a.m. and 10 p.m.;
e) That no overnight parking is permitted in the parking lot;
f) That the applicants obtain an Entrance/Road Occupancy Permit from the
Township's Operation's Department;
g) That the parking lot be locked/secured when not in operation;
h) That the parking lot be permitted on a three year temporary basis until December
2023.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Development Services Committee's decision
under the Secretary -Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
Motion No. DSC201202-11
Moved by Hughes, Seconded by DeSousa
It is recommended that Rule 14.19a) as per the consolidated Procedural By-law No.
2017-165 be suspended in order to allow the meeting to proceed past the 4 hour
adjournment requirement.
Carried.
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7. Reports of Municipal Officers:
a) DS2020-161, Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner re: Consent Applications 2020-B-23A,
2020-B-23B, & 2020-B-23C by William Finlayson, 372 Moonstone Road East
Motion No. DSC201202-12
Moved by Keane, Seconded by DeSousa
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-161, Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner re: Consent Applications 2020-
B-23A, 2020-B-23B, & 2020-B-23C by William Finlayson, 372 Moonstone Road East
be received and adopted.
2. That the Development Services Committee grant provisional consent to Applications
2020-B-23A, 2020-B-23B & 2020-B-23C to permit the creation of three (3) new
residential lots on the lands municipally known as 372 Moonstone Road East,
Township of Oro-Medonte, subject to the conditions as outlined in DS2020-161.
3. That the applicant be advised of the Committee's decision under the Secretary -
Treasurer's signature.
Carried.
b) DS2020-155, Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner re: Zoning By-law Amendment
Application 2020-ZBA-18 by Lacey Robson, Michael Van Muyen and Lynda Whiston,
101 Eady Station Road.
Motion No. DSC201202-13
Moved by DeSousa, Seconded by Greenlaw
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-155, Andy Karaiskakis, Senior Planner re: Zoning By-law Amendment
Application 2020-ZBA-18 by Lacey Robson, Michael Van Muyen and Lynda
Whiston, 101 Eady Station Road be received and adopted.
2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2020-ZBA-18 by Lacey Robson,
Michael Van Muyen and Lynda Whiston, specifically to rezone a portion of the
subject lands from the Institutional (1) Zone to Agricultural/Rural Exception 325
(A/RU*325) Zone to accurately reflect the land use that is occurring on the lands, as
well as recognizing the reduced side yard and rear yard setbacks for the existing
accessory structures, for lands located at 101 Eady Station Road, Township of Oro-
Medonte, be approved.
3. That the appropriate draft By-law be brought forward for Council's consideration.
4. That the applicants be advised of Committee's decision under the Director,
Development Services' signature.
Carried.
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c) DS2020-159, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Zoning By-law
Amendment Application 2020-ZBA-15 by Michael and Kelly Foley, 46 Boyd Crescent.
Motion No. DSC201202-14
Moved by Hughes, Seconded by Keane
It is recommended
1. That DS2020-159, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Zoning By-law
Amendment Application 2020-ZBA-15 by Michael and Kelly Foley, 46 Boyd Crescent
be received and adopted.
2. That Zoning By-law Amendment Application 2020-ZBA-15 by Michael and Kelly
Foley, specifically to rezone a portion of the subject lands from the Open Space
(OS) Zone to the Residential One Exception 107 (R1 *107) Zone for lands located at
46 Boyd Crescent, Township of Oro-Medonte, be approved.
3. That the appropriate draft By-law be brought forward for Council's consideration.
4. That the applicants be advised of Committee's decision under the Director,
Development Services signature.
Carried.
d) DS2020-160, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re: Draft Plan of Subdivision
Application 2020-SUB-01 (2639025 Ontario Inc. Oro Station Innovation Park), Part of
Lots 18 and 19, Parts 1 and 2, 51 R-39330, Con. 8 (Oro) [to be distributed].
Motion No. DSC201202-15
Moved by Scott, Seconded by DeSousa
It is recommended that DS2020-160, Andria Leigh, Director, Development Services re:
Draft Plan of Subdivision Application 2020-SUB-01 (2639025 Ontario Inc. Oro Station
Innovation Park), Part of Lots 18 and 19, Parts 1 and 2, 51 R-39330, Con. 8 (Oro)
Township of Oro-Medonte be deferred at the request of the applicant.
Carried.
8. Next Meeting Date:
Wednesday, January 6, 2021.
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9. Adjournment:
a) Motion to Adjourn.
Motion No. DSC201202-16
Moved by Veitch, Seconded by Greenlaw
It is recommended that we do now adjourn at 9:42 p.m.
An audio recording of the meeting is available through the Township's website.
Deputy
Carried.
Andria Leigh, Director, Devel ment Services
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