AGENDA - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20160912Heritage
Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 12, 2016
7 p.m.
Holland Room
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
September 6, 2016
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Monday, September 12, 2016
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
1. Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
2. Approval of the Agenda
Recommended:
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
3. Receipt of the Minutes
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2016
Recommended:
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 11, 2016, be
received for information.
4. Delegations
5. Matters for Consideration
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1. HAC16-009 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
68 Temperance Street
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC16-009 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a) That the property located at 68 Temperance Street be considered for
removal from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage
Value or Interest; and
b) That future building elevations are subject to approval of Planning
Staff to ensure the proposed new dwelling will maintain the heritage
character of the area.
2. HAC16-010 – Heritage Permit Application
40 Maple Street
File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-16-06
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC16-010 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a) That the demolition of the existing detached garage be approved; and
b) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-06 be approved to
permit the construction of a 45m2 accessory structure; and
c) That the dormer on the front elevation of the garage be removed from
the proposed design.
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6.Informational Items
3.HAC16-012 – Doors Open Aurora 2016 – Event Summary Report
Recommended:
1.That Report No. HAC16-012 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee extend a thank you to the following
individuals and groups for their support of Doors Open Aurora 2016:
a.All site owners/operators; and
b.All volunteers and site staff; and
c.The Auroran newspaper; and
d.The Mayor, Members of Council, and supporting Town staff.
4.Memorandum from Planner
Re: Additional Information Re: Conservation and Watering Practices for
Established “Heritage” Trees
Recommended:
1.That the memorandum regarding Additional Information Re: Conservation
and Watering Practices for Established “Heritage” Trees be received for
information.
5. Extract from Council Meeting of June 14, 2016
Re: Motion for Which Notice Has Been Given (c) Councillor Mrakas
Re: Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory
Recommended:
1.That the Extract from Council Meeting of June 14, 2016, regarding Motion
for Which Notice Has Been Given (c) Councillor Mrakas, Re: Cultural
Heritage Landscapes Inventory, be received for information.
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6. Extract from Council Meeting of August 9, 2016
Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2016
Recommended:
1. That the Extract from Council Meeting of August 9, 2016, regarding the
Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 11, 2016, be
received for information.
7. New Business
8. Adjournment
TOWN OF AURORA
HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MEETING MINUTES
Date: Monday, July 11, 2016
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Jeff Thom (Chair), Councillor Wendy Gaertner
(Vice Chair), Barry Bridgeford, James Hoyes, and Martin
Paivio
Member(s) Absent: Carol Gravelle, John Kazilis, and Bob McRoberts (Honorary
Member)
Other Attendees: Councillor Tom Mrakas, Marco Ramunno, Director of
Planning and Development Services, Jeff Healey, Planner,
and Samantha Yew, Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
1.DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
2.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
THAT the agenda as circulated by Legal and Legislative Services, with the
following additions, be approved:
Delegation (a) Sharon Vattay, Associate/Heritage Specialist, Goldsmith, Borgal &
Company Ltd. Architects
Re: Item 2 – Memorandum from Planner; Re: Request for Feedback – The Red
House, 16003 Yonge Street
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Item 9 – Memorandum from Planner, Re: 45 Mosley Street
CARRIED
3.RECEIPT OF THE MINUTES
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 13, 2016
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Martin Paivio
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 13, 2016, be
received; and
THAT the words “mold and asbestos” be replaced with “primarily asbestos,
and mold”.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
4.DELEGATIONS
(a)Sharon Vattay, Associate/Heritage Specialist, Goldsmith, Borgal &
Company Ltd. Architects
Re: Item 2 – Memorandum from Planner; Re: Request for Feedback –
The Red House, 16003 Yonge Street
The Committee consented to allow the delegation of Sharon Vattay an additional two (2)
minutes.
Ms. Vattay, on behalf of the property owner, gave a brief overview of the Red
House, and proposed two options for relocating the House to preserve and
incorporate it into the future development of the property. She noted that a
formal planning application has not yet been submitted.
Moved by Martin Paivio
Seconded by James Hoyes
THAT the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 2.
CARRIED
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5. MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. HAC16-006 – Request to Designate under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage
Act, 220 Old Yonge Street, “The Parteger House”
Staff gave a brief history of the subject property, and noted that the style is
not typical of the houses built at that time (c.1875). Staff mentioned that this
House was the location of the Aurora Readiness Centre and received a
perfect score on the Historical component of the Heritage Building Evaluation
Scoresheet.
The Committee expressed appreciation, and extended thanks to the
homeowners for their application.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by James Hoyes
THAT Report No. HAC16-006 be received; and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
THAT the House located at 220 Old Yonge Street be designated under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage
value or interest; and
THAT the Town Clerk be authorized to publish and serve Council’s
Notice of Intention to Designate as per requirements of the Act; and
THAT the designation by-law be brought before Council for passing if no
objections were received within the thirty (30) day objection period as
per requirements of the Act; and
THAT the owners of 220 Old Yonge Street be thanked for their support
of the designation of the subject heritage property.
CARRIED
2. Memorandum from Planner
Re: Request for Feedback – The Red House, 16003 Yonge Street
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Staff gave a brief overview of the property. The Committee provided
feedback, and inquired about soil studies and soil stability, tree removal,
visibility of the house from Yonge Street, and the possibility of leaving the
house in its current location were addressed.
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
THAT the memorandum regarding Request for Feedback – The Red House,
16003 Yonge Street, be received; and
THAT the feedback of the Heritage Advisory Committee be provided to the
Owners of 16003 Yonge Street.
CARRIED
6. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
3. HAC16-007 – Conservation and Watering Practices for Established
“Heritage” Trees
Staff gave an overview of the report, noting that currently there are three
properties in Aurora that have heritage tree status, and that a watering
program for established heritage trees has not been developed at this time.
The Committee inquired about various aspects of heritage tree designation,
and municipal and regional tree watering programs.
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Martin Paivio
THAT Report No. HAC16-007 be received; and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to the
Committee on the possibility of providing watering options for
property owners to ensure the long-term sustainability of heritage
trees.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
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4.HAC16-008 – Offences and Restoration Costs of the Ontario Heritage
Act
Staff provided an overview of the report. The Committee inquired about
enforcement of provisions regarding offences as outlined in the Ontario
Heritage Act.
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Martin Paivio
THAT Report No. HAC16-008 be received for information.
CARRIED
5.Memorandum from Planner
Re: The Allen Brown House, 158 Carisbrooke Circle
Staff provided a brief update and noted that the property owners have
committed to restoring the House and are no longer pursuing a demolition
request.
Moved by Martin Paivio
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the memorandum regarding The Allen Brown House, 158 Carisbrooke
Circle, be received for information.
CARRIED
6.Memorandum from Planner
Re: Cultural Precinct Plan Update
Staff gave an overview of the Update, and the Committee discussed various
aspects of the proposed Plan.
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
THAT the memorandum regarding Cultural Precinct Plan Update be received
for information.
CARRIED
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7.Memorandum from Planner
Re: Aurora Public School – York Culture Magazine
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by James Hoyes
THAT the memorandum regarding Aurora Public School – York Culture
Magazine be received for information.
CARRIED
8. Extract from Council Meeting of June 28, 2016
Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 13, 2016
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Martin Paivio
THAT the Extract from Council Meeting of June 28, 2016, regarding the
Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 13, 2016, be received
for information.
CARRIED
9.Memorandum from Planner
Re: 45 Mosley Street
Staff detailed the original demolition application and provided a timeline of
events that led to the demolition of the first floor of the house at 45 Mosley
Street.
The Committee inquired about the demolition permit process, and aspects of
enforcement, prosecution, and penalty in respect to the demolition of listed
and designated Heritage properties.
Moved by Martin Paivio
Seconded by James Hoyes
THAT the memorandum regarding 45 Mosley Street be received; and
THAT staff investigate options for potential legal action in respect to the
demolition of the first floor of the house at 45 Mosley Street.
CARRIED AS AMENDED
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7.NEW BUSINESS
None
8.ADJOURNMENT
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Martin Paivio
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:17 p.m.
CARRIED
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS ARE NOT BINDING ON THE TOWN UNLESS
OTHERWISE ADOPTED BY COUNCIL AT A LATER MEETING.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC16-009
Subject: Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
68 Temperance Street
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: September 12, 2016
Recommendation
1.That Report No. HAC16-009 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a)That the property located at 68 Temperance Street be considered for
removal from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage
Value or Interest; and
b)That future building elevations are subject to approval of Planning Staff
to ensure the proposed new dwelling will maintain the heritage character
of the area.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with direction from the Heritage Advisory
Committee regarding the request to remove the property located at 68 Temperance
Street from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest.
The structure was constructed much later than 1865, possibly as late as the
1940’s
The owner does not intend to demolish the structure, but does intend to sell the
property in the future
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Background
The owner of the property located at 68 Temperance Street submitted an Application to
request that the subject property be removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of
Cultural Heritage Value or Interest on July 27, 2016.
Provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act for delisting process
According to Section 27 of the Ontario Heritage Act, a Municipal Register of Cultural
Heritage Value or Interest may include properties that have not been designated under
the Ontario Heritage Act, but that the Council of a Municipality believes to be of cultural
heritage value or interest.
The principal implication of properties non-designated and listed on the Aurora Register
pertains to subsection 27. (3) of the Ontario Heritage Act where,
If property included in the register under subsection (1.2) has not been
designated under section 29, the owner of the property shall not demolish
or remove a building or structure on the property or permit the demolition
or removal of the building or structure unless the owner gives the council
of the municipality at least 60 days notice in writing of the owner’s
intention to demolish or remove the building or structure or to permit the
demolition or removal of the building or structure. 2006, c. 11, Sched. B,
s.11 (2).
The purpose of providing Council with 60 days to determine the Notice of Intention is to
provide time to determine whether or not the property should be designated under the
Ontario Heritage Act. According to subsection 27(1.3) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the
Council of a Municipality shall, before removing the reference to such a property from
the Register, consult with its Municipal Heritage Committee.
Location
The subject property is located on the west side of Temperance Street between Tyler
Street and Reuben Street (See Attachment 1). The property is listed and non-
designated on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
and can be described as a Georgian Confederation Cottage.
Heritage Features of the Existing Building
The existing building can be described as a 1 storey structure with side gabled roof. The
front façade displays a double hung window and a bay window with a step-up porch
located in front of the doorway. The siding of the building comprises of stucco with
aluminum trim at the base of the structure. A rear addition and a side addition has since
been added to the home. A detached garage is also located on the subject lands.
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Analysis
Determining the age of the structure
Initial research undertaken on the property in the LACAC List of Heritage Properties,
prepared in 1988, revised 1995 indicates that the building was constructed circa 1865.
Upon review of the Fire Insurance Maps prepared in 1904 and revised in 1927, the
building does not appear to exist. Early aerial photography of Aurora taken by former
WW1 pilot, Billy Bishop in 1919 further confirms that no structure existed on the subject
lands. Development at the time appears to have avoided the Tannery Creek, which runs
through the subject lands. Further review was undertaken on the 1960 Fire Insurance
map where a building and accessory structure does appear to the west of the Tannery
Creek as shown on Figure 2.
Figure 1: Insurance Map 1904 (Revised 1927), No house appears on the site.
Figure 2: Insurance Map 1960.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC16-010
Subject: Heritage Permit Application
40 Maple Street
File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-16-06
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: September 12, 2016
Recommendation
1. That Report No. HAC16-010 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a) That the demolition of the existing detached garage be approved; and
b) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-06 be approved to permit
the construction of a 45m2 accessory structure; and
c) That the dormer on the front elevation of the garage be removed from the
proposed design.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with direction from the Heritage Advisory
Committee regarding Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-06 regarding a
proposed demolition of an existing accessory structure and the construction of a new
accessory structure located at 40 Maple Street, designated under Part V of the Ontario
Heritage Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.
The construction date of the existing garage is unknown, however the garage
was likely constructed at the same time or just after the main building in the late
1920`s or early 1930`s.
The proposed accessory structure meets the policies of the Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District Plan provided minor alterations are made to the
front façade.
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Background
The owners of the property located at 40 Maple Street submitted Heritage Permit
Application NE-HCD-HPA-16-06 on August 17, 2016. The existing house was built circa
1927 and can be described as a two and a half storey, Foursquare House with an off-
set front gable roof.
The owners propose to demolish an existing accessory structure on the subject lands
and replace with a proposed 45m2 accessory structure to serve as a garage.
The subject property was designated in 2006 under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act
as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. Section 42 of the Act
states that,
No owner of property situated in a heritage conservation district that has
been designated by a municipality under this Part shall do any of the
following, unless the owner obtains a permit from the municipality to do
so: “1. Alter, or permit the alteration of, any part of the property, other
than the interior of any structure or building on the property; 2. Erect,
demolish or remove any building or structure on the property or permit
the erection, demolition or removal of such a building or structure.
The Heritage Permit Application was deemed complete by staff on August 18 2016.
Council has 90 days to respond to the Application or else the Application is
automatically approved.
Analysis
On August 18 2016, staff issued a Notice of Receipt on behalf of Council as per By-law
5365-11 (being a By-law to delegate certain assigned Council authority under the
Ontario Heritage Act regarding the power to consent to alterations of designated
heritage properties).
Since the house is designated under Part V of the Act any alterations should be in
compliance with the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan (the
Plan). Several policies were considered in reviewing the application. Sketches and
location of the proposed addition were provided by the owner are shown in Attachment
4.
In 2003, prior to the establishment of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation
District, the former owners of 40 Maple Street constructed a 30m2 rear addition to the
main building. A portion of the garage was demolished in order to accommodate the
building addition. The garage at the time measured 63m2 in area. The former owners
also proposed the construction of a new one story accessory garage, however the
garage was never constructed. As the Heritage Conservation District was established in
2006, the construction of the new garage now requires a heritage permit and review of
the proposal under the Northeast old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan.
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Existing Accessory Structure
The existing accessory structure can be described as a 1 storey wood structure with a
hipped roof. The existing garage measures approximately 45m2 in area.
Data from the Town’s Building Services Division identifies the construction of the garage
as 1931. Unfortunately, this construction date cannot be verified by the Fire Insurance
Maps as the subject property was omitted from the 1960 edition and only the southern
half of the subject property is featured in the 1913 and 1927 editions. It is likely that the
garage was constructed at the same time as the main building or a few years afterward.
Proposed Accessory Structure
Policy 9.1.2.6 of the Plan speaks of Accessory Structures and states that “Since the
district was always relatively urban in character, rear-yard garages and outbuildings are
generally reflective of this in terms of overall design and are relatively modest in terms
of scale and height”. The proposed accessory structure features a hip roof with a
dormer above the garage door as shown on Attachment 4. The proposed structure
measures a total height of approximately 4.5 metres. The proposed work is in
agreement with this policy as the proposed accessory structure is meets the height
requirements and design characteristics of the District Plan.
Policy 9.1.2.6 of the Plan also speaks to appropriate rooflines for accessory structures.
The owner is proposing a hipped for the garage, which is in keeping with the roof types
of the District Plan. The owner is also proposing a Board and Batten dormer at the front
of the garage, which is not a typical design for accessory structures within the District
Plan. Staff have advised the owner of this change to the design of the garage.
Policy 9.1.2.1 of the Plan speaks to traditional spacing and driveway placement within
the District. It is a guideline of the District Plan to “preserve traditional spacing of
buildings, new garages for new or existing houses shall be separate rear or flankage
outbuildings”. The proposed accessory structure is located to the north of the main
building and has a driveway access onto Spruce Street. The proposed work is in
agreement with this policy as the proposed accessory structure will cover a near exact
footprint of the existing accessory garage and is located an appropriate distance from
the main historic building.
Section 9.8.1 of the Plan identifies appropriate materials to be used for additions within
the District .The applicant is proposing board and batten siding on the building addition.
The owners propose that the colour and materials will closely mimic the board and
batten material used on the rear building addition. Staff have requested that the garage
doors match a carriage house design. The proposed material is considered to be
appropriate within the District.
It is noted that in 2003, the former owners received approval for minor variances
comprising of reductions in exterior side yard setback for the garage from 6.0 metres to
4.0 metres and an increase in height of the accessory structure from 3.5 metres to 4.27
metres.
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Financial Implications
There are no financial implications.
Communications Considerations
No Communication Required.
Link to Strategic Plan
The conservation of heritage resources supports the Strategic Plan goal of Supporting
an Exceptional Quality of Life for All through its accomplishment in satisfying
requirements in objective Celebrating and Promoting our Culture.
Alternatives to the Recommendation
None.
Conclusions
The house located at 40 Maple Street is a designated heritage property under Part V of
the Ontario Heritage Act and Council approval is required for any demolition and
construction of a structure that may affect its cultural heritage value or interest.
Once a heritage permit application is received, Council has ninety (90) days from the
date of issuing a Notice of Receipt to: consent to the application with or without terms
and conditions, or refuse the application.
It is recommended to approve the Heritage Application Permit, with minor modifications
as the application is in compliance with the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation
District Plan.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No. HAC16-012
Subject: Doors Open Aurora 2016 – Event Summary Report
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: September 12, 2016
Recommendation
1. That Report No. HAC16-012 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee extend a thank you to the following
individuals and groups for their support of Doors Open Aurora 2016:
a. All site owners/operators;
b. All volunteers and site staff;
c. The Auroran newspaper;
d. The Mayor, Members of Council, and supporting Town staff.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide the Heritage Advisory Committee with a
summary of the Doors Open Aurora 2016 event, which took place on Saturday, August
20, 2016 and to seek Council authorization for registration of the 2017 Doors Open
Aurora event with the Ontario Heritage Trust.
The Town of Aurora held its 11th annual Doors Open Aurora event on August 20,
2016 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., which attracted 2,254 site visitors to 14 participating
sites and walking tours.
The completed visitor surveys indicate that 63% of visitors to the Doors Open
Aurora event were from outside of Aurora.
The most used method to gain awareness of the Doors Open Aurora event were
through the Doors Open Ontario brochure and local newspaper articles.
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The event was advertised through printed material, newspaper articles,
public/community engagement at the Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair,
social media and website pages.
Background
The Town of Aurora held its 11th annual Doors Open Aurora event on August 20, 2016
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with visitors touring sites of local, natural, historic or architectural
significance. Doors Open Aurora is part of the Doors Open Ontario event, which ha s
been hosted by the Ontario Heritage Trust since 2002.
Doors Open Aurora 2016 Participating Sites
The Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair located in Town Park served as the Doors
Open Aurora headquarters from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. At this location, visitors were able to
pick up printed materials such as the Doors Open Aurora 2016 Brochure. The Doors
Open Aurora headquarters also served as the meeting location for one of the walking
tours.
The following 14 sites and walking tours participated in Doors Open Aurora 2016:
Hillary House and Koffler Museum of Medicine, 15372 Yonge Street;
The Patrick House Art Studio & Gallery, 58 Temperance Street;
Theatre Aurora, 150 Henderson Drive;
Vic’s Shoe Repair, 15243 Yonge Street;
Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge Street;
Aurora Cultural Centre, 22 Church Street;
Cultural Precinct Walking Tour, 22 Church Street;
Trinity Anglican Church, 79 Victoria Street;
The Rising Sun Masonic Lodge, 57 Mosley Street;
The Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair, Town Park, 49 Wells Street;
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Block 11: Aurora’s Haunted Precinct Walking Tour, Town Park, 49 Wells Street ;
Aurora Armoury, 89 Mosley Street;
Charles Henry Sheppard House and Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area , 93
Industrial Parkway South; and
Merlin’s Hollow, 181 Centre Crescent.
The Patrick House Art Studio & Gallery, Theatre Aurora, the Cultural Precinct Walking
Tour, and the Block 11: Aurora’s Haunted Precinct Walking Tour were new participating
sites and walking tours in Doors Open Aurora this year.
Returning community favourites to Doors Open Aurora included the Hillary House and
Koffler Museum of Medicine, Aurora Public Library, Aurora Cultural Centre, Aurora
Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair, Charles Henry Sheppard House and Sheppard’s
Bush Conservation Area and Merlin’s Hollow.
Doors Open Aurora 2016 Volunteers
Preparation for and execution of the Doors Open Aurora 2016 event involved Site
Operators, Town staff and community volunteers. These individuals dedicated their time
and efforts to make Doors Open Aurora 2016 a success. Their efforts in helping to
encourage the appreciation for sites of local, natural, historic and architectural
significance are greatly appreciated.
Analysis
Doors Open Aurora Event Date – August 20
This year, Doors Open Aurora was the only Doors Open Ontario event taking place in
August. While the event was well attended by members of the community, as the event
is held in the summer it should be noted that many residents are on vacation or out of
town. It is recommended that the Heritage Advisory Committee take this into
consideration when planning the date for the 2017 event.
Participating Sites and Site Visits
This year, there were 14 participating sites, a decrease from the 16 sites that
participated in Doors Open Aurora 2015.
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A total of 2,254 site visits were recorded amongst the 14 participating sites and walking
tours, a decrease from the 2,724 site visits recorded in 2015. The majority of the sites
and walking tours were located within walking distance from each other in the historic
core and Southeast Old Aurora community. The close proximity of participating sites
created a centralized area of activity and lessened the need for parking spaces at each
participating site.
It should be noted that the Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair experienced a large
volume of visitors, in part due to the Community Corn Roast which took place during
the Doors Open Aurora operating hours. It should be noted that Doors Open Aurora
generates tourism, as over 63% of visitor survey respondents resided outside of Aurora.
Visitor’s Survey
The Town distributed surveys to each participating site of Doors Open Aurora 2016 to
obtain visitors’ feedback for the event. Key questions included whether the visitor was a
resident of Aurora or from another community, the municipality the visitor was coming
from and how the visitor heard about the Doors Open Aurora 2016 event. The survey
was made available in a hardcopy format. In total, 60 surveys were returned. Key
information collected from the surveys is summarized in Attachment 2.
Signage
Doors Open signage is routinely posted on the day of the event. Each site displays a
Doors Open Aurora sign with a corresponding number to the map guide contained in
the Doors Open Aurora 2016 brochure. Additionally, for sites which are not in easily
accessible locations, directional arrow signs were provided. The signs provide greater
visibility and acknowledge that the site is participating in the Doors Open Aurora event.
T-Shirts
Each Doors Open Aurora volunteer received a free t-shirt displaying the Doors Open
Aurora logo. These t-shirts make volunteers easily identifiable to visitors and are a way
of thanking volunteers. Additional Doors Open T-shirts will not be required until 2019.
Financial Implications
A registration fee of $1,695.00, including applicable taxes, was paid to the Ontario
Heritage Trust for the Doors Open Aurora 2016 event.
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A total of $2,062.95 was spent to facilitate the Doors Open Aurora 2016 event, which
included a registration fee paid to the Ontario Heritage Trust for the Doors Open Aurora
2016 event, t-shirts with the Doors Open Aurora, brochures for each participating Doors
Open Aurora 2016 site, brochures containing a Map Guide and brief information about
each Doors Open Aurora site and gift cards for completed visitors surveys and
volunteer appreciation.
A registration fee of $1,695.00, including applicable taxes, will be required to register for
a Doors Open Aurora 2017 event with the Ontario Heritage Trust.
Communications Considerations
No communication is required as a result of this Report.
Advertising Materials
Printed materials for the event included a brochure for the whole event, individual
brochures for each participating site, posters and display boards for each participating
site. It is recommended that the Committee continue to direct Town staff in advertising
through social media, the Town of Aurora website, public/community engagement at the
Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair and to work in co-operation with local news
media. Additionally, it is recommended that the Committee continue to direct Town staff
in ordering printed materials for future Doors Open Aurora events.
Furthermore, it is recommended that brochure for the whole event, individual brochures
for each participating site, and display boards for each participating site be prepared two
weeks in advance of the event so that each Doors Open site has the opportunity to
promote themselves with the advertising materials provided.
Newspaper Articles
Articles were published in the Auroran for 5 weeks (July 13 to August 17) leading up to
the Doors Open Aurora 2016 event. After the event, a full page event summary was
featured in the August 25 edition of the Auroran.
Social Media
The Doors Open Aurora event was featured on the Town of Aurora Twitter and
Facebook pages for two weeks leading up to the event. A follow up to the event was
featured in the September 2016 edition of Snapd. It is recommended that promotion for
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Doors Open Aurora begin a month before the event to raise awareness to residents of
Aurora and within the Greater Toronto Area.
Websites
The Doors Open Aurora event was featured on the Town of Aurora website
(http://www.aurora.ca/doorsopen), which included a Virtual Tour map to provide an
interactive experience for visitors to the Town’s Doors Open Aurora website. The Doors
Open Aurora event was also featured on Doors Open Ontario website
(http://www.doorsopenontario.on.ca/Events/Aurora.aspx).
Public/Community Engagement
To increase the number of Doors Open Aurora site visitors, Town staff set up a booth at
the Aurora Farmers’ Market and Artisan Fair from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, August
6, 2016 and Saturday, August 13, 2016. The booth displayed Doors Open Aurora and
Doors Open Ontario Signage as well as a Map Guide for the participating sites of Doors
Open Aurora 2016. Town staff also handed out Doors Open Aurora brochures.
Link to Strategic Plan
The conservation of heritage resources supports the Strategic Plan goal of Supporting
an Exceptional Quality of Life for All through its accomplishment in satisfying
requirements in objective Celebrating and Promoting our Culture.
Alternative(s) to the Recommendation
None.
Conclusions
The Town of Aurora held its 11th annual Doors Open Aurora event on August 20, 2016
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., which attracted 2,254 site visits to 14 participating sites and
walking tours. The majority of visitors to the Doors Open Aurora event were from
outside of Aurora. The most used method to gain awareness of the Doors Open Aurora
event were through the Doors Open Ontario brochure and local newspaper articles.
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Memorandum
DATE: September 12, 2016
TO: Heritage Advisory Committee
FROM: Jeff Healey, Planner
CC: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services
RE: Additional Information Re: Conservation and Watering practices for
Established “Heritage” Trees
Recommendation
THAT the memorandum regarding the Additional Information Re: Conservation and
Watering practices for Established “Heritage” Trees be received for information.
Background
On July 11, 2016, the Heritage Advisory discussed findings from report HAC16-007 and
provided the following motion:
THAT Report No. HAC16-007 be received; and
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to the Committee on the
possibility of providing watering options for property owners to ensure the long-term
sustainability of heritage trees.
Planning Staff have discussed options for tree watering on private property with Parks and
Recreation Staff. Once fully mature, many native tree species do not require additional
watering. The roots of mature trees grow deep into the soil in order to acquire sufficient
water for survival. Watering from humans may be beneficial for a young tree, especially in
the summer or a dry period.
Furthermore, current Staff and equipment resources cannot accommodate the inclusion of
watering services for private trees. Council would need to consider hiring additional staff
and trucks to accommodate a tree watering service.
Attachments
None.
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
L4G 6J1
Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4349
Email:jhealey@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Planning and Building Services
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10.NOTICES OF MOTION/MOTIONS FOR WHICH NOTICE HAS BEEN GIVEN
(ii)Motions for Which Notice Has Been Given
(c)Councillor Mrakas
Re: Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory
Main motion as amended
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
WHEREAS some types of cultural heritage landscapes have been
conserved for years in various municipalities through designation of
heritage conservation districts under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act;
and
WHEREAS the Provincial Policy Statement defines cultural heritage
landscape as “...a defined geographical area of heritage significance
which has been modified by human activity and is identified as being
cultural heritage value or interest by a community, including an
aboriginal community…Such an area is valued by a community, and is of
significance to the understanding of the history of a people or place”; and
WHEREAS the Provincial Policy Statement states (S. 2.6.1) “Significant
built heritage resources and significant cultural heritage landscapes shall
be conserved.”; and
WHEREAS the Town of Aurora Inventory of Heritage Buildings and
Register does not include criteria, policy or evaluations for cultural
heritage landscapes; and
WHEREAS by identifying and assessing cultural heritage landscapes
which are valued for the role they play in defining and illustrating the
history of the Town, there is an opportunity to encourage good
stewardship of the identified land, sites, and structures to ensure the
unique character of our community is preserved; and
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WHEREAS the Town is currently reviewing the Official Plan and there is
an opportunity to include the development of a cultural heritage
landscapes inventory/policies in the Town’s new Official Plan;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the Town of
Aurora develop the program, policy and/or criteria for identifying and
evaluating Cultural Heritage Landscapes (CHL) and the subsequent
creation of a Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the CHL assessment and inventory
be incorporated into the Official Plan review; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the CHL Inventory be referred to
the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC) for consideration at the next
HAC meeting; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff report back to Council with the
program, policy and/or criteria for identifying and evaluating Cultural
Heritage Landscapes (CHL) and the inventory of landscapes identified at
the September 12, 2016 Heritage Advisory Committee meeting for
approval at the General Committee meeting of September 20, 2016;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Aurora Town Council rename the
“Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value” as the “Aurora
Register of Properties and Landscapes of Cultural and Heritage Value or
Interest” and add the Cultural Heritage Landscapes Inventory to the
newly renamed Register.
On a recorded vote the main motion
CARRIED AS AMENDED
YEAS: 8 NAYS: 1
VOTING YEAS: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes,
Kim, Mrakas, Thom, Thompson, and
Mayor Dawe
VOTING NAYS: Councillor Pirri
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9.CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
12.Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 11, 2016
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Thom
THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 11, 2016, be
received; and
1.HAC16-006 – Request to Designate under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act, 220 Old Yonge Street, “The Parteger
House”
THAT the House located at 220 Old Yonge Street be designated under
Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage
value or interest; and
THAT the Town Clerk be authorized to publish and serve Council’s
Notice of Intention to Designate as per requirements of the Act; and
THAT the designation by-law be brought before Council for passing if
no objections were received within the thirty (30) day objection period
as per requirements of the Act; and
THAT the owners of 220 Old Yonge Street be thanked for their support
of the designation of the subject heritage property.
3.HAC16-007 – Conservation and Watering Practices for Established
“Heritage” Trees
THAT staff be directed to investigate and report back to the Committee
on the possibility of providing watering options for property owners to
ensure the long-term sustainability of heritage trees.
CARRIED
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Public Release
September 12, 2016
Town of Aurora
Additional Items to
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting
Monday, September 12, 2016
7 p.m.
Holland Room
Delegation (a) Tom Boddy, Resident
Re: Item 1 – HAC16-009 – Request to Remove a Property from
the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value
or Interest, 68 Temperance Street
Delegation (b) Susan Morton-Leonard, Resident
Re: Item 4 – Memorandum from Planner, Re:Additional Information
Re: Conservation and Watering Practices for Established
“Heritage” Trees
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DELEGATION REQUEST
This Delegation Request form and any written submissions or background information for
consideration by either Council or Committees of Council must be submitted to the Clerk’s office by
the following deadline:
4:30 P.M. ON THE BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO THE REQUESTED MEETING DATE
COUNCIL/COMMITTEE/ADVISORY COMMITTEE DATE: 12/09/2016
SUBJECT: Heritage Trees
NAME OF SPOKESPERSON: Susan Morton-Leonard
NAME OF GROUP OR PERSON(S) BEING REPRESENTED (if applicable):
BRIEF SUMMARY OF ISSUE OR PURPOSE OF DELEGATION:
Property tax relief or funding assistance for heritage property as per request of Councillor Gaertner
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:
Have you been in contact with a Town staff or Council member
regarding your matter of interest? YES ☐ NO ☐
IF YES, WITH WHOM? Councillor Gaertner, Dan Elliot (June
2016), Paul Dillman (Oct. 2015) DATE:
☒I acknowledge that the Procedural By-law permits five (5) minutes for Delegations.
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