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Minutes - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20170508 Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Date: Monday, May 8, 2017 Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner (Chair), Councillor Jeff Thom (Vice Chair), Neil Asselin, Barry Bridgeford, Carol Gravelle, John Kazilis, Bob McRoberts (Honorary Member), and Martin Paivio Member(s) Absent: James Hoyes Other Attendees: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Jeff Healey, Planner, Sarah Murray, Council/Committee Secretary, and Linda Bottos, Council/Committee Secretary The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda Moved by John Kazilis Seconded by Barry Bridgeford That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved. Carried 2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. 3. Receipt of the Minutes Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of April 10, 2017 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, May 8, 2017 Page 2 of 5 It was noted that recommendation clause 2.(a) of Item 3, HAC17-009, should be corrected to include “Tyler Street” following the number 12, to read “12 Tyler Street.” Moved b y Councillor Thom Seconded by Carol Gravelle That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of April 10, 2017, as amended, be received for information. Carried 4. Delegations (a) Marcos Krasnoyarsky, Owner Re: Item 1 – HAC17-011 – Heritage Permit Application, 16 Maple Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-09 The owner presented a brief overview of the application which proposes to replace an existing one-storey rear addition with a new two-storey rear addition and demolish an existing structure. He advised that he intends to maintain the historic significance of the home, as is reasonably possible. Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Carol Gravelle That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1. Carried 5. Matters for Consideration 1. HAC17-011 – Heritage Permit Application, 16 Maple Street, File: NE-HCD- HPA-17-09 Staff provided background including a brief overview of the proposed changes to the existing structures. The Committee expressed concerns regarding the materials for the proposed addition and made suggestions to ensure a seamless transition of the facade or create a separation between the existing structure and addition. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, May 8, 2017 Page 3 of 5 Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Bob McRoberts 1. That Report No. HAC17-011 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That the demolition of the existing 47m2 rear addition and existing accessory structure be approved; and (b) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-09 be approved to permit the construction of an 88m2 rear addition and replace existing windows as per submitted plans. Carried 2. Heritage Permit Application, Proposed Accessory Structure, 66 Wellington Street East, File Number: IV-HPA-17-10 Staff provided background to the application including a brief overview of the proposed changes to the existing footprint of the property and distributed materials speaking to this application. Staff noted that the property is zoned commercial and is adjacent to the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. Staff further noted that the proposed accessory structure would be located at the rear of the property with minimal visibility from the street. The Committee expressed concerns regarding the size of the proposed structure and staff advised that the proposed dimensions are compliant with all applicable regulations. Moved by Carol Gravelle Seconded by Neil Asselin 1. That Report No. HAC17-012 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That Heritage Permit Application IV-HPA-17-10 be approved to permit the construction of a 34m2 accessory structure. Carried Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, May 8, 2017 Page 4 of 5 6. Informational Items 3. Memorandum from Planner Re: Architectural Salvage Program Staff provided an overview of the items stored as part of the Architectural Salvage Program, comprised mostly of reclaimed heritage windows and doors. The Committee discussed options for long-term storage of these items and ways in which the items could be displayed and made available to the public. Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by John Kazilis 1. That the memorandum regarding Architectural Salvage Program be received; and 2. That staff be directed to investigate and report back to the Committee on options for an event or open house to showcase items from the Architectural Salvage Program. Carried as amended 4. Memorandum from Planner Re: Doors Open Aurora 2017 Staff provided a summary of participants in Doors Open Aurora 2017 and noted that more sites would be added. The Committee discussed potential participants and were encouraged to relay any further ideas to the Planning and Building Services Department. Moved by Carol Gravelle Seconded by John Kazilis 1. That the memorandum regarding Doors Open Aurora 2017 be received for information. Carried Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, May 8, 2017 Page 5 of 5 7. New Business Bob McRoberts noted his attendance at a recent Ratepayers meeting, where the GO Transit station on Wellington Street East was discussed. The Committee deliberated the merits of seeking designation of the subject property under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act which allows a municipality to designate a property, which is considered to be of cultural heritage value or interest. Staff agreed to report back with clarification. Bob McRoberts inquired about the process for Part IV designation, and staff agreed to report back at a future meeting. Councillor Gaertner inquired about the designation of Town Park, and staff agreed to provide a follow-up report. Councillor Thom distributed commemorative Canada 150 pins to the Committee members, acknowledging the Hon. Kyle Peterson, MP Newmarket-Aurora, and the Hon. Leona Alleslev, MP Aurora-Oak Ridges-Richmond Hill, who contributed the pins. 8. Adjournment Moved by Carol Gravelle Seconded by Neil Asselin That the meeting be adjourned at 8:33 p.m. Carried Committee recommendations are not binding on the Town unless otherwise adopted by Council at a later meeting.