Planning and Environment Committee

Comité de l’urbanisme et de l’environnement

Minutes 26 / Procès-verbal 26

Tuesday, 22 February 2005 9:30 a.m.

le mardi 22 février 2005 9 h 30

Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West

Salle Champlain, 110, avenue Laurier ouest

Present / Présent : Councillor / Conseiller P. Hume (Chair / Président)

Councillor / Conseillère P. Feltmate (Vice-Chair / Vice-présidente)

Councillors / M. Bellemare, A. Cullen, J. Harder, D. Holmes G. Hunter, H. Kreling

Absent / Absent : Councillor / Conseiller G. Bédard (Regrets / excuses)

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

DÉCLARATIONS D’INTÉRÊT

No declarations of interest were filed.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Ratification dES procÈs-verbaUX

Minutes 25 of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting held on Tuesday, 8 February 2005 were confirmed.

At the start of the meeting, Chair Hume read a statement required under the Planning Act, which advises that anyone who intends to appeal the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments listed as Items 13-14, must either voice their objections at the public meeting, or submit their comments in writing prior to the amendment being adopted by City Council. Failure to do so could result in refusal/dismissal of the appeal by the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB).

REFERRALS/deferrals

RENVOIS/reports

1. ZONING - 1213 Vancouver Avenue

ZONAGE - 1213, avenue vancouver

ACS2004-DEV-APR-0249

Deferred from 14 dec. 2004 meeting RIVER (16)

Mr. Doug James, Planner, presented the report to Committee and responded to questions of clarification from the ward Councillor, Maria McRae.

The following individuals then appeared before the Committee:

Ms. Visna Beg, on behalf of Mr. Steve Bersenic, her father, an adjoining property owner opposed to the zoning application. Ms. Beg cited issues such as the proximity of her father's property to the car lot, the fact that vehicles do not use the Bank Street entrance but use his driveway to access the lot, and that his property has a garden and a patio and is maintained as a residential property as reasons for refusing the zoning application.

Mr. Philippe Asselin, has resided in the area for 18 years and is opposed to the re-zoning. Mr. Asselin spoke of having experienced how re-zonings change the quality of life, by generating extreme amounts of traffic on Bank Street and resulting in cars being parked illegally throughout the year. Local residents are concerned for the safety of children under those conditions.

Ms. Carol Schwartz, Ridgemont Community Association, spoke in opposition to the re-zoning, saying that property owners have been traumatized by developers in this area. The speaker felt that the staff report was not accurate, in that the proposed uses for the subject property do not meet "the local, everyday needs of the residents..." and she refuted the points presented in support of the zoning application, such as limiting the maximum number of vehicles to10, and allowing an office accessory unit on the ground floor of the subject property.

Mr. Ray Boss, of 1275 Vancoucer Avenue, spoke in opposition, noting that changes will have an adverse effect on residents. He said he had selected the Ridgemont area because of its quiet, residential nature and he expressed his desire to keep it as the happy place it is.

Mr. Clair Merkley, has lived on Nottinghill Avenue for fifty-four years. The community has grown to over 400 dwellings, with two schools, and residents have experienced the usual problems in trying to maintain a safe place to live. He commented on the easy access to commercial facilities, the good transportation system and the affordability of properties in the area. Mr. Merkley spoke about the fact that City Council has stated the need for affordable housing and he expressed the hope that Council would recognize the need to retain the existing zoning. He said he failed to see how expanding the car lot would be good for the applicant.

Mr. Norman Payne, a resident of Vancouver Avenue, spoke about the "domino effect" of commercial creep in residential neighbourhoods. He said that the adjacent owner is already inconvenienced by the car dealership, and that expanding it will bring pressures on all adjoining properties. With respect to the proposed dwelling unit, Mr. Payne posited the upstairs is not livable, as it has no washroom, kitchen and other amenities, and he asked that the application be denied.

Mr. Frank Licari, Chair, Ridgemont Community Association, noted that the Board had voted unanimously to pursue the rejection of the zoning request and is prepared to go to the Ontario Municipal Board if required. Mr. Licari cited a number of other applications he is aware of for future acquisitions, i.e. on Kitchener Avenue, St Paul Street, Foxbar Street and Surrey Street and he called these threats of commercialization. He posited that a "commercial line" was not viable, and he asked that Committee and Council send a strong message by rejecting the application.

Mr. Ed Hand, a member of the Board of Directors, Ridgemont Community Association, pointed out that this zoning application was similar to one for 16 Anna Street, where a child care centre was to be built: concerns in both areas centre on increased traffic and parking problems. He requested that City staff more closely examine limited uses in residential areas. He also pointed out that other car dealerships exist on Bank Street, and he questioned staff's assertion that precedent has no place in determining future applications.

Mr. Bani Bouassali, the applicant, said he could not comment on the other businesses, such as the health clinic, and the traffic problems it generates. He provided additional details about his application, which deals with increasing parking for 10 vehicles. He highlighted the fact that the subject site is close to Bank Street, and that vehicles use his lot, as well as 1213 Vancouver, to make U-turns. He asked that the Committee examine all aspects of the problem before making a decision.

Having heard all presenters, the Committee turned to consideration of the matter.

Councillor Diane Holmes spoke against approval of the application, stressing the need to protect the edges and retaining the residential uses of the property.

The ward Councillor, Maria McRae, urged the Committee to reject the application. She agreed that people can run a business, but she noted that the community is under siege. She spoke about the proximity of a school for handicapped children and the impact of traffic, speeding and parking problems on that facility, as well as on neighbourhood residents, some of who have lived in the area for fifty years. Councillor McRae also felt that a piece of affordable housing should not be lost. She pointed out this was not a case of NIMBY, neither for herself nor for the neighbours, and she posited that the imaginary commercial line would create real problems in the future.

The Committee the considered the report recommendation:

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former City of Ottawa Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 1213 Vancouver Street from Residential R1J to a Residential R1J exception zone, as detailed in Document 3 and shown in Document 1.

LOST

Planning and GROWTH MANAGEMENT

URBANISME ET GESTION DE LA CROISSANCE

PLANNING AND INFRASTRUCTURE APPROVALS BRANCH
DIRECTION DE L’APPROBATION DES DEMANDES

D’URBANISME ET D’INFRASTRUCTURE

2. OFFICIAL PLAN AND ZONING - 4401 FALLOWFIELD ROAD

plan officiel et zonage - 4401, chemin fallowfield

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0054 bell south Nepean (3)

Councillor Jan Harder proposed deferral of this item, noting that new information has come to light that has a significant impact on the application, from the community's perspective.

Messrs Brad Lockwood and Chris Fleming, of Fleming Developments, were present and, having been consulted, agreed to a deferral, but requested it be to a specific date. Councillor Harder suggested that the matter be brought back to Committee in April 2005.

Moved by Jan Harder

That consideration of this item be deferred to the 12 April 2005 meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee.

CARRIED

3. OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENTs - 3584 JOCKVALE ROAD

Plan officiel - 3584, chemin jockvale

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0053 bell south Nepean (3)

The Committee approved the recommendation contained in departmental report dated 2 February 2005. A letter dated 16 November 2004 from Peter Ludwig, expressing his concern with the proposed Official Plan Amendment, was circulated and is held on file with the City Clerk.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend that Council:

1. Approve an amendment to the former City of Nepean Official Plan as it relates to the properties on the west side of Jockvale Road, to add a Secondary Plan for Area 13, the Jockvale Golf Community as detailed in Document 2.

2. Approve an amendment to the City Council Adopted Official Plan Volume 2-A Secondary Plans as it relates to the properties on the west side of Jockvale Road, and to add a Secondary Plan for Area 13, the Jockvale Golf Community as detailed in Document 2.

CARRIED

4. Official Plan and ZONING - 105 Main Street

Plan official et ZONAGE - 105, rue main

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0045 Capital (17)

Mr. Michael Smit, Program Manager, Development Review, and Mr. Gordon Harrison, Planner, gave a PowerPoint presentation and responded to questions of clarification from Committee members. A copy of the presentation is on file with the Coordinator.

The following persons were then heard, in opposition to the zoning:

Mr. Pierre Johnston, President, Ottawa East Community Association, noted that the subject property is in the middle of a small, commercial strip, and the community believes it is critical to maintain the commercial viability of Main Street. He posited that a residential development in this area would harm other businesses in the vicinity. He also pointed out that there are no residences next to the subject property.

Mr. Thomas Green, Architect, a resident of Evelyn Avenue, has done research on healthy housing for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation: He called the proposal a step in the wrong direction and emphasized the need for carefully crafted streetscapes. He pointed out there already exists a rich and diverse community, with concerns about achieving a vital mix, and as yet unable to achieve this. Mr. Green said he thought the community has a strong, commercial future, and he stressed the need to repair the urban, commercial fabric of Main Street. In response to a question from Councillor Jan Harder, Mr. Green could not say how long the community would keep hoping that a commercial establishment would take up the subject site. He felt that removing another commercial site could damn the area and affect commercial vitality.

Mr. Ogbit Kebreab, owner, Dixie Dairy, expressed concern about the impact of a residential development on his business. He feared he would lose his one parking space if the townhouses were built. He also said he feared losing his business and his home.

In response to questions from Councillor Holmes about minimum setback requirements, Mr. Harrison indicated that, under the current zoning, a proponent could build right up to the property line whereas the proposed zoning change includes a setback of 1.4 meters. With regard to Councillor Hunter's concern about the fire code setbacks, Mr. Smit said he believed this was a building code issue and that the requirements were being satisfied.

Ms. Jennifer D'Aoust, owner of Cycle Fit, said the need to maintain a presence on Main Street is vital for her business. The proposed development would impact in that her customers would have to access her facility through a narrow laneway through the back. This raises safety concerns, both for the owners and their clients, and the need for that area to have the appropriate lighting would be a major concern.

Ms. Kaye Fulton, presented a petition containing approximately 570 signatures from persons "opposed to the loss of a commercial designation to 105 Main Street (Peach Garden Restaurant) to accommodate a plan to build eight three-story townhouses". The petitioners further request "that the proposed adjustment be postponed and a better use of the property be considered". Ms. Fulton continued by saying that Main Street was once a healthy hub, and area residents want to participate in its rebirth. She added there is support for infill development, as long as it does not pose a threat to the adjoining neighbourhood. She circulated an analysis of the petition for the Committee's consideration, as well as sample quotes in support of revitalizing Main Street. She concluded by saying that residents have trouble finding merit in the proposed development and she expressed the hope that the momentum of discussion would continue. . In response to a query from the ward Councillor, Clive Doucet, Mr. Harrison confirmed that it would be possible to consider double zoning of the proposed site. The Petition and related documentation are kept on file with the Coordinator.

Mr. Nick Masciantonio, a resident of Marlowe Street, said that, through his participation in initiatives such as the Downtown Urban Strategy, the Bank Street Revitalization Project and the Concert Hall at 150 Elgin Street, he has detected a willingness on the part of City staff to address developing urban issues. He felt there could be some concession for ground floor commercial uses on the site. He pointed out there is some interest in converting two houses at Main and Clegg Streets to commercial uses and he asked that staff evaluate the community's needs and inputs as to uses on this site. Councillor Harder asked whether there was discussion about a ground floor commercial use in the neighbourhood.

Mr. Masciantonio said there was no unanimity about this idea, noting that the commercial nature of Main Street is the community's priority.

Ms. Jane Ironside, J.E. Ironside Consulting Ltd., representing Mr. Stan Levine, Sherbrooke Urban Developments, the proponent. Ms. Ironside pointed out there is a significant amount of Institutional and green space in the area. She noted that the proposal is in conformity with the new Official Plan, the new Main Street designation, and is one step ahead of the new Comprehensive Zoning By-law. Ms. Ironside said the proponent is aware of the community's interest in retaining commercial uses, but notes that commercial development is minimal. With regard to ground floor commercial use, the proponent is not opposed. He has approached a local coffee shop operation and was told there is insufficient pedestrian traffic to support this usage. Ms. Ironside also pointed out that the current zoning allows intense, lot line to lot line development, whereas the actual amount of ground floor development is minimal. She spoke about the setbacks, the building footprint and the glazing, saying all these comply with the Building Code. She reiterated that the applicant would be amenable to dual zoning to allow commercial uses on end units whose entrances face Main Street.

A letter dated February 19, 2005, submitted by Sherbrooke Urban Developments Ltd., 43 Okanagan Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, is held on file with the Coordinator.

Several Committee members asked for details about the possibility of dual zoning, specifically how this would be realized. Mr. Harrison said he thought staff could support this approach and the dual zoning could be handled by attaching a Schedule showing that commercial uses are permitted on ground floor, end units. This would not prevent the owner from building what the Committee sees today.

Councillor Alex Cullen proposed a Motion calling for the zoning to be amended to designate the ground floor unit facing Main Street as commercial, and for staff to prepare the necessary documentation prior to this item being considered by Council.

Councillor Gord Hunter said that, while he sympathized with residents’ concerns, there is a need for this kind of development for the site. It will remove through traffic from the community and create new neighbours. He cited the example of a similar proposal in the former City of Nepean, where adjoining owners were opposed because of similar concerns but their concerns were proven to be unfounded. Councillor Hunter said he saw nothing in this proposal to offend neighbourhood residents.

The ward Councillor, Clive Doucet, stated that zoning is to protect a neighbourhood. He reiterated that there is much institutional and green pace in the area, but residents are concerned about retaining commercial uses, in light of the loss of commercial areas over the years. He expressed the belief that Councillor Cullen’s Motion would protect the commercial use for that location.

Councillor Jan Harder, having heard from staff that the last Main Street study dated back to the 1970s, posited it might be time to undertake a similar exercise for this area. She thought the proposed development would be an improvement and she suggested the community needed to give careful consideration to the vision they have for their neighbourhood.

Speaking to his Motion, Councillor Cullen called the site worthy of development, given the need for intensification. Retaining some commercial use for the ground floor is a compromise that will work.

Councillor Holmes spoke in support of the Cullen amendment, citing the need for setbacks and landscaping. She expressed the belief that it will be a challenge to find a commercial operation for this location.

The Committee Chair, Peter Hume, said he was not sure that a commercial use should be made a requirement for the site. He suggested that the community focus on extant commercial areas, such as in the vicinity of the Green Door Restaurant. He questioned a number of statements that were made about the need for services, noting that there already is on-street parking in the area.

The Committee then considered the recommendation contained in the staff report dated 21 January 2005.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council:

1. approve and adopt an amendment to Schedule A of Volume 1 of the Official Plan of the former City of Ottawa to redesignate 105 Main Street, from Neighbourhood Linear Commercial Area to Residential Area, as detailed in Document 2.

2. approve an amendment to the former City of Ottawa Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 105 Main Street from CN - Neighbourhood Linear Commercial Zone to a new R3 - Converted House/Townhouse Zone with exceptions, as shown in Document 1 and detailed in Document 4.

Moved by Councillor A. Cullen

3. That the zoning for 105 Main Street be amended to designate the ground floor unit facing Main Street as commercial requirement;

And that staff provide a revised schedule for 105 Main Street to accommodate this, to accompany the Committee recommendation to Council.

CARRIED with Councillors P. Hume and G. Hunter dissenting

PLANNING, ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE POLICY

POLITIQUES D’URBANISME, D’ENVIRONNEMENT ET

D’INFRASTRUCTURE

5. OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT - DOWNTOWN OTTAWA URBAN DESIGN STRATEGY 20/20

MODIFICATION AU PLAN OFFICIEL - STRATÉGIE DE CONCEPTION URBAINE DU CENTRE-VILLE D’OTTAWA 20/20

ACS2005-DEV-POL-0009 Rideau -Vanier (12), Somerset (14)

That Planning and Environment Committee recommend City Council approve and adopt amendments to incorporate the strategic directions and targeted strategies of the Downtown Ottawa Urban Design Strategy 20/20 into:

1. Volume 1 of the City of Ottawa Official Plan, May 2003 and Volume 1 of the Official Plan of the former City of Ottawa, as detailed in Document 2.

2. Volume 2A of the City of Ottawa Official Plan, May 2003 and Volume II of the Official Plan of the former City of Ottawa (Central Area Secondary Plan, Centretown Secondary Plan and Sandy Hill Secondary Plan), as detailed in Document 2.

WITHDRAWN

PLANNING AND INFRASTRUCTURE APPROVALS BRANCH
DIRECTION DE L’APPROBATION DES DEMANDES

D’URBANISME ET D’INFRASTRUCTURE

6. ZONING - 727 Thomas A. dolan parkway

ZONAGE - 727, promeNade thomas a. dolan

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0056 West Carleton (5)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former West Carleton Zoning By-Law 266-81 to change the zoning of 727 Thomas A. Dolan Parkway from an Extractive Industrial Zone (MX) to a Rural Zone (RU) as shown in Document 1 and as detailed in Document 2.

CARRIED

7. ZONING - Havenlea II, Phase 5 (86 and 92 Furness Way, 49, 50, 95 and 96 Selhurst Avenue)

ZONAGE - HAVENLEA II, PHASE 5 (86 ET 92, VOIE FURNESS, 49, 50, 95 ET 96, AVENUE SELHURST)

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0037 bell south Nepean (3)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former City of Nepean Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 86 and 92 Furness Way, and 49, 50, 95 and 96 Selhurst Avenue from Residential Mixed Unit Zone to Residential Mixed Unit Zone - Block 9 (RMU - Block 9) as shown in Document 1 and as detailed in Document 3.

CARRIED

8. ZONING - 1 Laser Street

ZONAGE - 1, rue laser

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0058 Bell South Nepean (3)

J. Michael Casey, owner, was present in support of the recommendation contained in departmental report dated 27 January 2005. The Committee approved the recommendation.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former Nepean Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 1 Laser Street from Industrial Park Zone Block 1 - (MP Block 1) to Industrial Park Zone Block (X) - (MP Block X) to permit "Automobile Sales Dealership" as shown in Document 1 and detailed in Document 2.

CARRIED

9. ZONING - 793 Richmond Road

ZONAGE - 793, chemin richmond

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0031 Kitchissippi (15)

Messrs John Smit, Program Manager, Development Review and Doug James, Planner, Development Approvals, were present for the item. Mr. James presented the report and answered questions of clarification from Committee members.

Councillor Alex Cullen wanted to know how significant the Sun Shadow Study had been in evaluating the proposal. Mr. Smit responded by saying the study was one factor, along with evaluating how well the building relates to the existing neighbourhood fabric. He made reference to the five Areas examined in the Planning Study, noting that the subject site is in Area 3 where staff has concluded that a few well placed higher profile buildings with smaller footprints and appropriate landscaping and spacing would provide for better land use and neighbourhood character compared to shorter, wider five-storey residential buildings and the resulting “wall” these would create along Richmond Road.

Mr. Thomas Kent, Member, Board of Governors, Unitarian House, spoke in opposition to the proposed zoning amendment. He pointed to a factual error in the staff report noting that a 65 ft, not 30 ft, corridor along the north side of the property is developable. Projects such as a respite care centre, a facility for recovering mental health patients and a childcare centre have been discussed for this area. Commenting on the findings of the Shade Study, Mr. Kent posited that the residents’ perception of shade may be different and the proposed building will deprive them of sunlight during the winter months. Mr. Kent also felt that the impact of increased traffic on Richmond Road should not be dismissed as minimal. He spoke about the precedent-setting nature of the amendment, positing that every property owner on the north side will seek the same.

Ms. Joan Hill, President, First Unitarian Congregation, said it has 600 members and 200 friends. Ms. Hill presented a report prepared by Mr. Ed. R. Cuylits, Consultant, clareydale, that addresses the issues of future development of the parcel of land, the location of easements on the adjoining church property, the zoning of the Unitarian Church campus, the impact of the proposed development on church property, and Official Plan considerations as they relate to Mainstreets and intensification. The complete text of this submission is on file with the Coordinator.

Mr. Robert Blain, representing Nautilus Yachting, is the owner of a building east of Richmond Road and Cleary Avenue. He has a tunnel of light in his building and is concerned that he will lose sunlight on his building for most of the day because of the height of the proposed development. He also felt that there would not be enough parking for the building, citing the presence of a strip mall with 24 parking units in close proximity.

Mr. Werner Daechsel, spoke in support of the study for Area 3 and complimented staff for the quality of their report. He called the current proposal encouraging and a contribution to intensification that makes the best and highest use of the area along the street. Mr. Daechsel also felt this project contributed to the Smart Growth of the City. He stressed the importance of retaining as much as possible of the “vegetative strip” green space, adding that, theoretically, any reasonable development could take place in the vicinity.

Messrs Peter Vice, Ted Fobert and Doug Casey appeared before the Committee. Mr. Fobert, FoTenn Consultants, clarified that the proposed building will have 94 (11 surface and 83 interior) parking spaces. He noted that City staff has identified the entire stretch of Area 3 in the 2002 Where Will We Live? report. Mr. Fobert provided additional details about the sun shadowing on adjacent properties and he indicated that some contamination on the site would be cleaned up. Mr. Doug Casey, Charlesfort Development, agreed that his firm would pay the amount requested towards a planning exercise for the Richmond Road Corridor. He expressed the belief that the impact on the Unitarian Church would be minimal, as there already exists a large landscape buffer and the existing plant material on the site provides a lot of shade. Mr. Casey also provided information on some of the construction material that will be used, including light coloured brick that he said was very reflective.

Mr. Vice thanked the representatives from the Unitarian Church for their candor in stating that the issue of sun shading was perhaps more of a perception on the part of residents. He expressed the belief that the proposal before the Committee addresses all concerns.

The following correspondence was circulated and is held on file with the City Clerk in opposition of the re-zoning of the subject site:

· E-mail dated 21 February from Ed Cuylits

· E-mail dated 21 February from Catherine Leibe

· E-mail dated 22 February from Peter Di Gangi

Having heard all delegations, Chair Peter Hume brought the matter back to Committee.

Councillor Alex Cullen spoke of having held a public meeting in his ward, in response to concerns of constituents and those of the Woodroffe North Community Association relative to the proposed amendment. The Councillor said he was convinced that the “tall and narrow” footprint is preferable to the “low and squat” footprint for buildings in this area. He posited that sun shadowing was important in evaluating similar applications along that part of Richmond Road. With regard to the impact on the Unitarian Church, the Councillor felt that staff have done due diligence in evaluating the amendment and that the proposal meets the required criteria.

Councillor Diane Holmes did not support the amendment, expressing the belief that the building height is excessive and there are no similar developments to the west. She thought that the light reduction factor should also be a consideration for not approving the amendment.

Councillor Bellemare agreed that the building height was excessive and he stressed the need to weigh the impact of this proposal on neighbouring properties. He posited that approving the amendment would have a direct impact on any future development at Unitarian House. The Councillor was also nervous about the fact that City staff did not seem to be aware of discussions relating to a childcare centre on these lands.

In response to this comment, Mr. Smit advised that the internal circulation list would be reviewed to see whether City staff was aware of any such proposal for the Church lands.

Councillor Herb Kreling said he did not find the proposed development incompatible with the adjoining properties, nor did he feel it was at odds with what already exists in the area. He also felt that the Unitarian Church was still free to develop their land as they saw fit.

Chair Peter Hume noted that many of the concerns expressed by delegations related to how individuals in the adjoining area perceived they would be affected by the proposal. He pointed out that many people have high buildings abutting their homes, and in general, this does not contribute to an erosion of their quality of life. In addition, some childcare centres are adjacent to commercial properties such as garages. Chair Hume did not feel the City should be protecting sites for what will come in the future, and he posited there would be many more such applications, as anticipated in the Where Will We Live? report.

Councillor Jan Harder then proposed the following:

WHEREAS Planning Departmental staff have delegated authority to approve the Site Plan Control Application for 793 Richmond Road;

THEREFORE be it resolved THAT prior to Site Plan Control Approval, the applicant, Charlesfort Developments, be required to pay a sum of $3300 towards a planning exercise for the Richmond Road Corridor (Churchill to Sherbourne) that will examine future land uses and potential sites for redevelopment;

AND FURTHER THAT the scope and nature of this Planning Study be determined by the terms of reference to be set at a later date.

AND FURTHER THAT this contribution is made as part of an agreement with the other two applicants that currently have applications before the City to contribute an amount of money in order to secure sufficient funds to undertake such an exercise during 2005.

CARRIED

The Committee considered the recommendation of the staff report dated 14 January 2005 as amended.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former City of Ottawa Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 793 Richmond Road from a General Commercial CG4 F(1.0) H(13.8) zone to a General Commercial CG4 H(46.9) exception zone as shown in Document 1 and detailed in Document 3, subject to the foregoing amendment.

CARRIED as amended with Councillors D. Holmes and M. Bellemare dissenting

10. ZONING - 3201 Conroy Road

ZONAGE - 3201, chemin conroy

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0032 Gloucester-Southgate (10)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former City of Ottawa Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 3201 Conroy Road for the northerly portion of the property from IL F(1.0) - Light Industrial to CG [XXX] - General Commercial as shown in Document 1 and detailed in Document 2.

CARRIED

11. ZONING - 1180 Algoma Road (formerly 1465 Michael Street)

ZONAGE - 1180, CHEMIN ALGOMA (ANCIENNEMENT le 1465, RUE MICHAEL) Alta Vista (18)

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0049 Beacon Hill-Cyrville Ward (11)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend that Council approve an amendment to the former City of Ottawa Zoning By-law and the former Gloucester Zoning By-law for the property at 1180 Algoma Road (formerly 1465 Michael Street), to extend the Industrial General (Mg) Zone that applies to the portion of the property located within the former City of Gloucester, as shown on Document 1 and as detailed in Document 3.

CARRIED

12. ZONING - general amendments former city of gloucester zoning by-law to resolve technical anomalies and to address housekeeping amendments to 2412 cleroux crescent and st. joseph boulevard

ZONAGE - MODIFICATIONS GÉNÉRALES AU RÈGLEMENT DE ZONAGE DE L’ANCIENNE VILLE DE GLOUCESTER EN VUE DE CORRIGER DES ANOMALIES DE FORME ET DE TRAITER DES MODIFICATIONS DE NATURE ADMINISTRATIVE CONCERNANT LE 2412, CROISSANT CLÉROUX ET LE BOULEVARD ST-JOSEPH Orléans (1), Innes (2),

Gloucester-Southgate (10)

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0057 Beacon Hill-Cyrville (11)

David Porter, owner, was present in support of the recommendation contained in departmental report dated 19 January 2005. The Committee approved the recommendation.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council:

1. Approve amendments to the former City of Gloucester Zoning By-Law to correct technical anomalies as detailed in Document 3.

2. Approve an amendment to the former City of Gloucester Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 2412 Cleroux Crescent from Rd1 to Ic to recognize the existing Institutional Community use as detailed in Document 4.

3. Approve an amendment to the former City of Gloucester Zoning By-Law by adding commercial school to the list of permitted main uses within the Cm zone along St. Joseph Boulevard as detailed in Document 5.

CARRIED

13. ZONING - 528 Lang's Road

ZONAGE - 528, chemin lang's

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0046 Rideau-Rockcliffe (13)

David Bryden, Bryden Martel Architects, was present in support of the recommendation contained in departmental report dated 21 January 2005.

Correspondence was received from Laura Jackman, of Fairhaven Way, Ottawa, expressing concern about any future proposal from the Montfort Hospital for vehicular access to Lang’s Road. Staff provided assurance that any such proposal would trigger an amendment to the site plan control approval that shows no vehicular entrance/egress to Lang’s Road and indicated that the Department would consult with the community association and share all information, studies, etc.

The Committee approved the recommendation.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former City of Ottawa Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of 528 Lang's Road from R5A - Low-Rise Apartment Subzone to I2 F(1.5) - Major Institutional Zone, as shown in Document 1

CARRIED

14. ZONING - 4300 Innes Road

ZONAGE - 4300, chemin Innes

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0059 Cumberland - (19)

A Comment Sheet was submitted by Pierrette Woods and Sharon Lawrence on behalf of the Innes Re-Zoning and Development Group. This material was circulated to Committee and is held on file with the Coordinator.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to the former City of Cumberland Zoning By-Law to change the zoning of a portion of 4300 Innes Road from Community Commercial Exception CC-X1 to a dual zone, CA1-X3/CC-X1 Commercial Automotive Exception 2/ Community Commercial Exception CC-X1 as shown in Document 1 and detailed in Document 2.

CARRIED with Councillor D. Holmes dissenting

LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION ADVISORY

COMMITTEE

COMITÉ CONSULATIF SUR LA CONSERVATION DE

L’ARCHITECTURE LOCALE

15. APPLICATION FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION IN THE BYWARD MARKET HERITAGE CONSERVATION DISTRICT AT 90 GEORGE/135 RIDEAU STREET - AMENDMENT TO PREVIOUS APPROVAL

DEMANDE DE CONSTRUCTION D'UNE STRUCTURE AU 90, RUE GEORGE / 135, RUE RIDEAU, DANS LE DISTRICT DE CONSERVATION DU PATRIMOINE DU MARCHÉ BY - MODIFICATION DE L'APPROBATION DONNÉE ANTÉRIEUREMENT

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0051 Rideau-vanier (12)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve the application for new construction in the By Ward Market Heritage Conservation District at 90 George/135 Rideau Street in accordance with the plans filed by DCYSM Architecture + Design received on December 29, 2004, included as Document 2. This design will amend the previous approval by Ottawa City Council of November 8, 2000.

CARRIED

16. NOMINation OF THE OTTAWA RIVER AS A CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVER

DÉSIGNATION DE LA RIVIÈRE DES OUTAOUAIS AU TITRE DE RIVIÈRE DU PATRIMOINE CANADIEN

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0006 city-wide

Francine Portenier, Greenspace Alliance of Canada’s Capital Association, was present and submitted written documentation in support of the report recommendation. She states that the need to maintain and enhance the natural ecosystems of the Ottawa River should be of paramount concern to the City of Ottawa and be highlighted in the Official Plan, the Environmental Management Plan and the Greenspace Master Plan. A copy of her submission is on file with the Coordinator.

The Committee then approved the recommendation.

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend City Council support the Ottawa Heritage River Designation Committee in its efforts to receive approval of the nomination of the Ottawa River as a Canadian Heritage River by the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board.

CARRIED

Planning and GROWTH MANAGEMENT

URBANISME ET GESTION DE LA CROISSANCE

BUILDING SERVICES

DIRECTION DES SERVICES DU BÂTIMENT

17. SIGN BY-LAW MINOR VARIANCE - 445 kanata avenue

DÉROGATION MINEURE AU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ENSEIGNES - 445, avenue kanata

ACS2005-DEV-BLD-0003 kanata (4)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve a Minor Variance to Signs By-law 66-98, of the former City of Kanata, to allow wall signs to project 0.45 metres higher than the roofline of a building and to allow more than one sign per wall face on two facades of the building.

CARRIED

18. SIGN BY-LAW amendment - 177 Nepean street

MODIFICATION AU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ENSEIGNES - 177, RUE NEPEAN

ACS2005-DEV-BLD-0002 somerset (14)

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve a By-law Amendment to Signs By-law 36-2000, of the former City of Ottawa, to permit two non-illuminated logo wall signs on the top floor of each facade, with each having an area no greater than 6 square metres.

CARRIED

INFORMATION PREVIOUSLY DISTRIBUTED

INFORMATION DISTRIBUÉE AUPARAVANT

A. ON TIME REVIEW STATUS REPORTS

RAPPORTS D'éTAPE SUR L'EXAMEN EN TEMPS VOULU

ACS2005-DEV-APR-0067 CITY-WIDE

RECEIVED

ADJOURNMENT

LEVÉE DE LA SÉANCE

The Committee adjourned the meeting at 2:00 p.m.

Original signed by Original signed by

M.J. Beauregard Councillor P. Hume

A/Committee Coordinator Chair