AGENDA - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20170911Heritage
Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Monday, September 11, 2017
7 p.m.
Holland Room
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
September 6, 2017
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Monday, September 11, 2017
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
1.Approval of the Agenda
Recommended:
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
3.Receipt of the Minutes
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 17, 2017
Recommended:
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 17, 2017, be
received for information.
4.Delegations
5.Matters for Consideration
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6. Informational Items
1. HAC17-019 – Heritage Conservation District Designation Process
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-019 be received for information.
2. HAC17-021 – Wood Plaque Applications
41 Kennedy Street West, 56 Spruce Street & 83
Temperance Street
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-021 be received for information.
3. Heritage Advisory Committee Pending List
Recommended:
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee Pending List be received for
information.
4. Extracts from Council Meeting of July 11, 2017
Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 8, and June
12, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Extracts from Council Meeting of July 11, 2017, regarding the
Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 8 and June 12,
2017, be received for information.
5. Extract from Council Meeting of July 11, 2017
Re: Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-06
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Recommended:
1.That the Extract from the Council Meeting of July 11, 2017, regarding
Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-06, be
received for information.
6.Extract from Council Meeting of July 11, 2017
Re: Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-07
Recommended:
1.That the Extract from the Council Meeting of July 11, 2017, regarding
Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-07, be
received for information.
7.New Business
8.Adjournment
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date: Monday, July 17, 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, James Hoyes
(arrived 7:10 p.m.), Bob McRoberts (Honorary Member), and
Martin Paivio
Member(s) Absent: John Kazilis
Other Attendees: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services,
Jeff Healey, Planner, and Linda Bottos, Council/Committee
Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following addition,
be approved:
Delegation (b) Andrew and Marina Tadrouss, Owners of 46 Tyler Street; Re:
Item 3 – HAC17-017 – Proposed Addition – Sunroom and Garage – to a Listed
Heritage Property, 46 Tyler Street
Carried
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
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3. Receipt of the Minutes
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 12, 2017
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Martin Paivio
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 12, 2017, be
received for information.
Carried
4. Delegations
(a) Matthew and Tracey Kinsella, Owners of 23 Mosley Street
Re: 23 Mosley Street Renovation
Mr. and Mrs. Kinsella presented new elevation drawings and provided an
explanation regarding the revised plan, grade issues, and construction of the
revised roof line. The Owners responded to questions from the Committee.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Neil Asselin
That the comments of the delegation be received for information.
Carried
(b) Andrew and Marina Tadrouss, Owners of 46 Tyler Street
Re: Item 3 – HAC17-017 – Proposed Addition – Sunroom and Garage – to
a Listed Heritage Property, 46 Tyler Street
Mr. and Mrs. Tadrouss provided background information and a brief overview of
the application, and responded to questions from the Committee.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Martin Paivio
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 3.
Carried
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(c) Patrick O’Mahony, Contractor, on behalf of the Owner
Re: Item 2 – HAC17-016 – Heritage Permit Application, 64 Catherine
Avenue, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-12
The Committee consented on a two-thirds vote to allow the addition of Delegation (c).
Mr. O’Mahony provided a brief overview of the application and responded to
questions from the Committee.
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 2.
Carried
5. Matters for Consideration
1. HAC17-012 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
34, 38, 42 and 46 George Street
Staff provided a brief overview of the previous discussions on this item at the
June 12, 2017 meeting, and reviewed the process for delisting the subject
properties.
The Committee noted that the demolition proposals have not yet been
submitted for the subject properties.
Motion to defer
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That Report No. HAC17-012 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora
Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 34, 38, 42 and 46
George Street, be deferred until complete demolition permit applications have
been received.
Motion to defer
Carried
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2. HAC17-016 – Heritage Permit Application
64 Catherine Avenue, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-12
The Committee consented to consider Item 2 prior to Item 1.
Staff provided background to the application and a brief overview of the
proposed construction. Staff agreed to ensure that the final drawings include
the missing details respecting the second-floor windowed room and gable.
The Committee suggested that the exterior finish of the proposed field stone
chimney at the western end of the addition instead be finished with red brick to
match the two existing brick chimneys.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by James Hoyes
1. That Report No. HAC17-016 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-12 be approved to
permit the construction of a 44.5 m2 rear addition; and
(b) That the doorway on the proposed addition facing Catherine Avenue be
amended to include less glazing; and
(c) That the existing façade of the house not be changed.
Carried as amended
3. HAC17-017 – Proposed Addition – Sunroom and Garage – to a Listed
Heritage Property, 46 Tyler Street
The Committee consented to consider Item 3 following Item 2.
Staff provided a brief overview of the application, including a review of the
Design Review Panel comments.
The Committee discussed various aspects of the proposal including concerns
regarding the metal panelling, dark colour and tone of the addition, the exterior
transition from deck to garage, and garage door style.
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Moved by Barry Bridgeford
Seconded by Martin Paivio
1. That Report No. HAC17-017 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That staff be directed to continue working with the owner on the type of
materials, colour, and architecture to be more reflective of the heritage
period and existing structure.
Carried
6. Informational Items
4. HAC17-018 – Wood Plaque Application, 41 Kennedy Street West
The Committee consented to consider Item 4 following Item 3 and prior to Item 1.
Staff provided a brief history of the property and noted that the current owners
have requested a new plaque with an alternative name to replace the previously
installed wood plaque.
The Committee discussed options and requested further information regarding
local municipal practices respecting heritage plaques.
Motion to refer
Moved by Barry Bridgeford
Seconded by Martin Paivio
That Report No. HAC17-018 be referred to staff for further information on a
heritage plaque policy and report back at the Heritage Advisory Committee
meeting of September 11, 2017.
Motion to refer
Carried
7. New Business
The Committee inquired about whether proposed renovations of non-designated
listed properties could be considered by the Heritage Advisory Committee. Staff
advised that the required two-week turnaround period would preclude this process.
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The Committee discussed Council’s deferral of the Tree Removal Permit
Application respecting 81 Catherine Avenue, which had been considered by the
Heritage Advisory Committee at its June 12, 2017 meeting.
The Committee and staff discussed the heritage permit application process, and
staff agreed that future applications would require additional detailed information.
The Committee requested that large-scale drawings be available for review at
meetings and that any revised plans be submitted in advance to allow time for
Committee review.
The Committee suggested that staff take steps toward designation of the former De
La Salle College and Monk’s Walk in the Yonge Street and Bloomington Road West
area. Staff advised that, as there is an active planning application involving the
former De La Salle College, further discussion regarding the heritage status of this
building would be required at a future meeting.
New Business Motion No. 1
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Martin Paivio
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That staff be directed to take steps toward designation of Monk’s Walk.
Carried
The Committee inquired about a pending list for outstanding Heritage Advisory
Committee issues, and staff agreed to provide the pending list at a future meeting.
The Committee and staff discussed aspects of the Town’s heritage resource area,
site plan control, Sign By-law, Aurora Promenade guidelines, and the heritage
conservation district process.
New Business Motion No. 2
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Martin Paivio
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That staff be directed to research the steps for Part IV and Part V
designation of various properties along the Yonge Street downtown
core and report back to the Heritage Advisory Committee.
Carried
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8. Adjournment
Moved by James Hoyes
Seconded by Councillor Thom
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Carried
Committee recommendations are not binding on the Town unless otherwise adopted by
Council.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC17-019
Subject: Heritage Conservation District Designation Process
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner/ Heritage Planning
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: September 11, 2017
Recommendation
1. That Report No. HAC17-019 be received for information.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide the Heritage Advisory Committee information
with respect to the general process to implement a Heritage Conservation District as
prescribed in the Ontario Heritage Act. This process will designate properties under
Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Background
Aurora presently has one Heritage Conservation District (HCD) “Northeast Old Aurora
Heritage Conservation District” that was established in 2006. Since its establishment,
the District has proven to be a successful and fair tool for guiding development and new
construction in the historic neighbourhood.
In 2011 a Heritage Conservation District Study for the Southeast Old Aurora
neighbourhoods was initiated. However, following the completion of the Phase 1
component of the Study, Council resolved to discontinue the Study in 2014.
A heritage district is a special area made up of buildings, streets, open spaces, and
natural features that are of historical or architectural significance to a community. These
areas are unique places and are different than other parts of our community. A district is
created using Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act, and managed using a Heritage District
Plan. Heritage district designation provides enforceable tools for the municipality to use
to protect special areas and guide development within designated boundaries.
Designation of a Heritage Conservation District is one of the most effective tools not
only for historic conservation but for good urban design and sound planning.
Given Aurora’s rich history and wide variety of historical architecture, there continues to
be neighborhoods which may warrant the establishment of a Heritage Conservation
District.
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Heritage Conservation Districts in Ontario
Municipalities across Ontario have established heritage conservation districts. To date
there are 125 HCDs in the Province with the earliest designations dating back to 1980.
The City of Toronto contains 20 Heritage Conservation Districts. York Region contains
11 Heritage Conservation Districts (Vaughan-4, Markham-4, Richmond Hill-1,
Newmarket-1 and Aurora-1). The size of existing heritage districts in Ontario can range
from as low as 6 properties to over 1,000. Aurora’s existing Heritage District contains
173 properties.
What is a Heritage Conservation District?
The Ontario Ministry of Culture has defined a Heritage Conservation District (HCD) as
an area with a concentration of heritage resources with special character or historical
association that distinguishes it from its surroundings. The Ministry of Culture has also
stated that the significance of a HCD often extends beyond its built heritage, structures,
streets, landscapes and other physical and special elements to include important vistas
and views between buildings and spaces within the district.
It is important to note that heritage district designation does not prevent change. It is a
tool for guiding change to ensure that it is compatible. Heritage districts have been
successful tools for communities and municipalities to use to protect those elements
that are significant about an area and to ensure that new works are respectful of that
character. Heritage districts can be successful in residential neighbourhoods as well as
commercial areas.
Provisions of the Official Plan
Section 13.5 of the Official Plan contains policies on the implementation of new Heritage
Conservation Districts. Policies include assessing the feasibility of establishing an HCD,
including the determination of character, appearance and cultural heritage significance;
determining geographic boundaries; establishing content of a Heritage Conservation
District Plan; and implementing updates to the Town’s Official Plan or Zoning by-law
where required. The Official Plan states that HCD’s may only be implemented within
areas located within the Heritage Resource Area, located on Schedule “D” of the Plan.
Analysis
HCD Designation Process
The Ministry of Tourism Culture and Sport has identified a 13 step process for
implementing a Heritage Conservation District. The following is a brief summary of this
process:
Step 1- Request to Designate
The request to Designate a HCD can be initiated by a Heritage Committee, citizen
organization a private resident or a local business. As part of Town process, any
request for an HCD requires a letter addressed to the Town. Following consultation with
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the Heritage Advisory Committee, Council makes a decision whether to proceed with
proceeding with a heritage designation. With direction from Council, a district study
would be established in order to research the heritage significance of the
neighbourhood.
Step 2- Consultation with the Heritage Advisory Committee (or Sub-Committee)
The Ontario Heritage Act requires that Council consult with the Heritage Advisory
Committee about any area being considered as a heritage conservation study area. The
Heritage Advisory Committee has the ability to create goals and objectives for an HCD.
Alternatively, a sub-committee may be formed comprising of Councillors, Heritage
Advisory Committee members and local residents within the study area. It is noted that
a sub-committee was formed during the District Study of the Southeast Old Aurora
neighbourhood. During this step, a Heritage consultant may be retained pending the
scope of the study area.
Step 3 Official Plan Provisions
The Ontario Heritage Act requires Official Plans to contain provisions related to the
establishment of a Heritage Conservation District. Depending on the scope of an HCD,
the Official Plan may require an amendment. Aurora’s Official Plan policies for HCD’s
are identified in Section 13.5 of the Plan.
Step 4- The Area of Study and Interim Control
This step begins establishing the scope of an HCD Study. The study shall
• Examine the character and appearance of the area including buildings,
structures and other property features;
• Examine and recommend area boundaries;
• Consider and recommend objectives of designation and content of an HCD plan;
and,
• Recommend changes to the Official Plan, Zoning By-law and Property
Standards By-law where necessary
Subsection 40(2) Ontario Heritage Act
Additional criteria to establish the scope of an HCD may be required in order to meet
unique circumstances within the municipality.
Once Council decides to initiate a study, Council has the option to establish a formal
Heritage Conservation Study Area or an Interim Control By-law. Both options limit
development within a defined area for a period of one (1) year while the district study is
underway. Both options are not required for a District Study process, but are effective
tools when a neighbourhood is under threat from development.
During this step the District Study can begin in earnest. Initial preparation for the study
involves historical research, field studies and initial public participation.
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Step 5- Evaluation of Cultural Heritage Resources
An evaluation of all heritage resources within the District Study Area is required. The
evaluation of heritage resources should reveal the broad historical, architectural and
cultural trends within the District Study.
Step 6- Delineation of the boundary of the HCD
Some HCD boundaries are more definitive than others. Finalized boundaries should be
established upon findings of district study research and public participation.
Step 7- Public Consultation
Public consultation is critical to the implementation of a HCD. The Ontario Heritage Act
requires only one (1) Public Meeting prior to Council passing a by-law, however multiple
Public Meetings, open houses and stakeholder meetings are recommended throughout
the process in order to understand the objectives of the HCD and obtain feedback from
affected residents.
Step 8- Preparation of the HCD Plan and Guidelines
Upon conclusion of the District Study findings, Council provides a direction to initiate a
HCD Plan or to not continue the Designation process.
The development of the HCD Plan includes a Statement of Objectives of the HCD plan,
a Statement of the District’s Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, a Description of
Heritage Attributes, Policy Statements and Urban Design Guidelines. Much of the
development of the Plan will be determined on findings from the District Study and
community consultation.
Step 9- Passing the Designation By-law and adoption of the HCD Plan
Once an HCD Plan is prepared, the Town must notify the public and host a public
meeting to receive questions, comments or objections. After the public meeting, Council
may choose to pass a By-law initiating the HCD and the HCD Plan. The HCD and the
HCD plan are subject to an appeal period. Any appeals are referred to the Ontario
Municipal Board.
Step 10- Registration of By-law on Title
After the appeal period is completed, the Town’s Legal Services includes the
Designation on the title of all properties located within the District.
Step 11- Notification of Passing of the By-law to the Ontario Heritage Trust
A municipal process to provide all relevant documents to the Ontario Heritage Trust for
inclusion on the Provincial Registrar.
Step 12- Implementation of Official Plan or Zoning By-laws
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This step is required only if a change to the Official Plan or the Zoning By-law is
identified during Step 4 of the process.
Step 13- Implementing the District Plan
The HCD is in full force and effect. Heritage Permits are required for specific work as
identified in the HCD Plan.
Timing of the HCD Designation Process
There are no prescribed timelines under the Ontario Heritage Act for establishing a
HCD. Depending on the time to prepare an HCD Study, conduct several public
meetings and develop an HCD Plan, will take between 1 and 3 years to implement.
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.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC17-021
Subject: Wood Plaque Applications
41 Kennedy Street West, 56 Spruce Street & 83 Temperance
Street
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner/ Heritage Planning
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: September 11, 2017
Recommendation
1. That Report No. HAC17-021 be received for information.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide the Heritage Advisory Committee information
with respect to a Wood Plaque Applications for 56 Spruce Street and 83 Temperance
Street and a follow-up in regards to 41 Kennedy Street West
• New proposed wording for the wood plaque at 41 Kennedy Street West has been
provided
• 56 Spruce Street was constructed in 1882 by William Rowland
• The date of construction for 83 Temperance Street is unknown, a construction
date of 1865 is likely, however the building may have been constructed much
earlier
Background
As per By-law 5365-11 being a By-law to delegate certain assigned Council authority
under the Ontario Heritage Act to staff whereby, “The Manager is authorized to approve
the application for, and order the creation of, interpretive wood plaques for heritage
properties as part of the Heritage Advisory Committee education initiative.”
As such, the Director of Planning and Building Services has processed and approved
the Application for Wood Plaques at 56 Spruce Street and 83 Temperance Street.
Approval for a Heritage Plaque was previously provided for 41 Kennedy Street West on
July 17, 2017.
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41 Kennedy Street West
From the July 17 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting, Committee members
requested a single name be used for the new plaque at 41 Kennedy Street West.
Ernest Bonisteel and the Bonisteel family was the first to live within the home, the
following wording for the wood plaque at 41 Kennedy Street West is recommended:
ERNEST BONISTEEL
Foreman
c.1925
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56 Spruce Street
On May 17, 2017, the Owners of 56 Spruce Street submitted an Application to receive a
Wood Plaque.
The property located at 56 Spruce Street is a Listed and designated property on the
Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. The property is
located within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. The Register
describes the property as being constructed circa 1882. The house was constructed in a
Late-Victorian architectural style (Attachment 1).
According to research prepared by the Aurora Historical Society (Attachment 2), the
home was constructed by carpenter, William Rowland. William and his wife Elizabeth
Rowland continued to own the home until 1899. By 1898, William’s son, William
Rowland Jr. would be a tenant within the home.
Between 1899 and 1903, the home was be owned by William Conover and Eliza
Coulter. At this time, John Rice, a high school teacher was identified as a tenant living in
the home.
The next long-standing owner was Sarah Sprague who owned the home from 1905 to
1948. Ms. Sprague was identified as widowed by 1906. By 1949, the home appears to
be tenanted by Aurthur and Edith Leek.
83 Temperance Street
On July 1, 2017, the Owner of 83 Temperance Street submitted an Application to
receive a Wood Plaque.
The property located at 83 Temperance Street is a Listed (non-designated) property on
the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. The Register
describes the property as being constructed circa 1870. The house was constructed in a
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Georgian Confederation architectural style (Attachment 1). The current owner claims
that the building was constructed in the 1860’s.
Registrar information provided by the owner begins in 1870. Jaqueline Stewart has
attempted to decipher the registrar information but notes the quality of the Registrar
document is too poor to accurately identify successive owners (See Attachment #3).
The first owner of the home identified in the Registrar is Mary Ann Ireland and her son’s
Harry Nicholls Ireland and Alfred William Ireland. The Irelands were carpenters, who
assisted in the construction of the Aurora Armoury Drillshed in 1874. The Irelands would
own the property from 1873 to 1880.
Another notable family who lived in the home were the Patrick’s. George Patrick (1873–
1930) and his wife, Charlotte or Lottie (1882–1965) and their family would own 83
Temperance for twenty-three years. George Patrick is identified as a “labourer” in
census returns and assessment rolls, and the 1921 census indicates that at that time he
worked at the tannery, not very far away on Tyler Street.
In 1937, the property passed into the hands of Stewart G. Patrick (1907/08-1992), one
of the children of George and Charlotte. Stewart Patrick was a butcher by trade, and
later he owned and operated a dance hall on Musselman’s Lake in Whitchurch-
Stouffville. Stewart joined the fire department (then a volunteer body) in 1924, aged
sixteen, and eventually rose to be deputy fire chief, from 1968 until 1973. He served for
eight terms on the town council, two of them in the position of deputy reeve and for one
term as reeve (who, in addition to being a councillor, served as the town’s
representative on the county council). While he was a volunteer firefighter while still
living on Temperance Street, he and his family had left the house long before he
became deputy chief and before his election to municipal office.
Probably almost as well known in Aurora was the next owner of the house, Robert
Moore (1875–1957). He and his wife, Grace, purchased 83 Temperance in 1945.
Robert Moore was born and raised in England, where he began his musical studies at
an early age. He embarked upon a career as a bandmaster, and emigrated to Canada
not long before the Great War. After enlisting with the Canadian Expeditionary Force in
1915 he was able to continue this work, serving in France with military bands. Following
the war he was employed as the leader of a few community bands in Ontario before
coming to Aurora in about 1937. He was released from the armed forces to become
director of music for the public school and the high school in Aurora. Here he was
Bandmaster of the Aurora Boys Band and also the long-established (and still existing)
Newmarket Citizens Band (1936-1943 and 1946-1948). After Robert’s death in 1957,
Grace Moore retained the property until 1970.
83 Temperance Street is famously pictured (see Figure 1) upon the aftermath of the
1893 Cyclone. Historic downtown Aurora can be seen in the background.
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Figure 1: 83 Temperance Street in the aftermath of the 1898 Cyclone
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
56 Spruce Street
As William Rowland built the home and continued to own the home until 1898, the
following wording for the wood plaque at 56 Spruce Street is recommended:
WILLIAM ROWLAND HOUSE
Carpenter
1882
HERITAGE ADVISORY COMMITTEE- TOWN OF AURORA
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Advisory Committee: HERITAGE ITEM NO. MEETING DATE MEETING SUBJECT ACTION ACTION DEPT. RESPONSE DATE TYPE OF RESPONSE BOLD = UPDATES August 28, 2017 Page 1 of 2 1 2007-09-10 HAC 5. PL07-103 – Future Heritage Conservation Districts and Study Areas THAT a study area boundary be established for a proposed Sheppard’s Bush /Holland River Valley Conservation District comprising all lands owned and administered by the Town, Ontario Heritage Trust and Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority in a contiguous corridor between Wellington Street in the North and Vandorf Sideroad in the south save and except the sports fields at Sheppard’s Bush; and PBS THAT a report be brought back to a future meeting of the Heritage Advisory Committee of Aurora to consider initiation of a study to evaluate the historic component of Sheppard’s Bush Conservation Area and the Holland River Valley between Wellington Street and Vandorf Sideroad for future designation as a Heritage Conservation District under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act, in consultation with the Ontario Heritage Trust, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, and the Town of Aurora (Leisure Services) Department. 3 2013-02-13 HAC Memorandum- Town Park/Armoury Designation and Southeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Study Update THAT the Program Manager, Heritage Planning proceed with the designation of the Armoury located at 89 Mosley Street and the Town Park under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. PBS 2014-04-22 Armoury Part IV Designation by Council on April 22 2014 3 2014-02-12 HAC New Business THAT staff investigate Part IV designation on 136 Wellington Street East (old Railway Hotel) and 135 Berczy Street (Train Station) and report back to the Heritage Advisory Committee at a future meeting. PBS 4 2014-04-14 HAC 1. HAC14-012 – Review of By-law Number 4952-07.R designating “The John W. Knowles House” under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act and By-law 5375-11 designating the “John W. Knowles House” under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act THAT this item be referred back to staff to consult with the current property owner, research the property history, and report back to the Heritage Advisory Committee at a future meeting. PBS Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
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Advisory Committee: HERITAGE ITEM NO. MEETING DATE MEETING SUBJECT ACTION ACTION DEPT. RESPONSE DATE TYPE OF RESPONSE BOLD = UPDATES August 28, 2017 Page 2 of 2 5 2015-10-05 HAC 2. HAC16-020 – Proposed Demolition of Existing Rear Addition and Accessory Structure to a Listed Heritage Building THAT the Heritage Advisory Committee consider the restoration of an Ontario Heritage Plaque located at 89 Mosley Street following Council’s decision regarding the future use of the Aurora Armoury. PBS 6 2017-06-12 HAC HAC17-013- Heritage Status of the Aurora Train Station 121 Wellington Street East c) That, upon the possible sale of the Aurora Train Station by Metrolinx to a private entity, steps be taken to proceed with Part IV Designation; and d) That staff prepare a report on the impact of the proposed grade separation on Wellington Street East and that the alternative of a below-grade rail corridor be explored. PBS 7 2017-06-12 HAC HAC17-014- Existing Heritage Status Historical Yonge Street within the Aurora Promenade That staff be directed to evaluate individual properties from Wellington Street West/East to Tyler Street on the west side and Mosley Street on the east side to consider designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. PBS 8 2017-06-12 HAC New Business THAT staff investigate Part IV designation of the Railway Hotel at 136 Wellington Street East and Baldwin’s at 124 Wellington Street East and report back to the Committee. PBS Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
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5. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 (with the exception of sub-items C1, C3,
R1, and R2) to C5 inclusive, be approved:
C1. General Committee Meeting Report of July 4, 2017
1. That the General Committee meeting report of July 4, 2017, be received and the
following recommendations carried by the Committee be approved:
(C8) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2017
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of May 8, 2017, be
received for information.
Carried
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5. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Kim
That the following Consent Agenda items, C1 (with the exception of sub-items C1, C3,
R1, and R2) to C5 inclusive, be approved:
C4. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 12, 2017
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 12, 2017, be
received for information.
Carried
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6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
R6. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-06
Moved by Councillor Mrakas
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
1. That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-06 be
received; and
2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be approved.
Carried
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1. HAC17-011 – Heritage Permit Application, 16 Maple Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-
17-09
(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.
2. Heritage Permit Application, Proposed Accessory Structure, 66 Wellington
Street East, File Number: IV-HPA-17-10
(a) That Heritage Permit Application IV-HPA-17-10 be approved to permit the
construction of a 34m2 accessory structure.
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6. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
R10. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-07
Main motion as amended by the motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Councillor Kim
1.That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-07 be
received; and
2.That the Committee recommendations contained within this report, with the
exception of Item 6 from the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting
minutes of June 12, 2017, be approved.
Carried
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2.HAC17-013 – Heritage Status of the Aurora Train Station
121 Wellington Street East
(a)That staff consult with Metrolinx with respect to a potential designation of the
Historic Train Station at 121 Wellington Street East under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act; and
(b)That staff prepare a report on the Heritage Impact Assessment to be released by
Metrolinx for proposed upgrades; and
(c) That, upon the possible sale of the Aurora Train Station by Metrolinx to a private
entity, steps be taken to proceed with Part IV Designation; and
(d)That staff prepare a report on the impact of the proposed grade separation on
Wellington Street East and that the alternative of a below-grade rail corridor be
explored.
3.Memorandum from Planner
Re: Additional Information – Architectural Salvage Program
(a) That staff make items from the Architectural Salvage Program available to the
public in the summer of 2017; and
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(b)That a notice with respect to the event be published in the local newspapers and
the Town of Aurora website.
4.HAC17-014 – Existing Heritage Status
Historical Yonge Street within the Aurora Promenade
(a) That staff be directed to evaluate individual properties along Yonge Street, from
Wellington Street West/East to Tyler Street on the west side and Mosley Street on
the east side, to consider designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
New Business Motion No. 1
(a) That staff be directed to initiate steps toward a Part IV designation of the Railway
Hotel at 136 Wellington Street East and Baldwin’s at 124 Wellington Street East
and report back to the Committee.
New Business Motion No. 2
(a) That staff be directed to advise the Heritage Advisory Committee on the works
conducted at 23 Mosley Street and advise on any recourse on the property,
including but not limited to the plans previously approved by the Heritage Advisor y
Committee and endorsed by Council.
The following item was referred back to staff for further information and report back to Council:
6.Memorandum from Acting Manager of Parks
Re: Tree Removal Permit Application – 81 Catherine Avenue
(a)That all six (6) trees as part of the Tree Permit Application at 81 Catherine Avenue
and 82 Centre Street remain in accordance with Section 4.6.2 and 5.7 of the
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan.
Motion to refer
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That Item 6 of the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 12, 2017, be
referred to staff for further information and report back to Council.
On a recorded vote the motion to refer
Carried
Yeas: 7 Nays: 2
Voting Yeas: Councillors Abel, Gaertner, Humfryes, Kim,
Mrakas, Thom, and Thompson
Voting Nays: Councillor Pirri and Mayor Dawe
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