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AGENDA - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20171113Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 7 p.m. Holland Room Aurora Town Hall Public Release November 8, 2017 Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Date: Monday, November 13, 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 October 16, 2017 Recommended: That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of October 16, 2017, be received for information. 4. Delegations (a) Owen R. Scott, Brutto Consulting Re: Item 1 – HAC17-024 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 14288 Yonge Street Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Page 2 of 4 (b) Bowen Sun, representing Jiancheng Zheng, Pingqing Zhang Re: Item 2 – HAC17-025 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 86 Temperance Street 5. Matters for Consideration 1. HAC17-024 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest 14288 Yonge Street Recommended: 1. That Report No. HAC17-024 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That the property located at 14288 Yonge Street be removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and (b) That the portion identified as the “1-½-storey Main House” be reconstructed and modified in accordance with recommendations outlined in the submitted Conservation Plan, together with an addition, all to be located on Lot 11 to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Building Services; and (c) That a financial contribution to the Heritage Reserve Fund be provided to the Town; and (d) That an addition to the home be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory Committee in a future meeting; and (e) That the Owner’s heritage consultant submit a photographic report of a controlled demolition of the Cannon Farmhouse to determine the building’s construction date for education purposes. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Page 3 of 4 2. HAC17-025 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest 86 Temperance Street Recommended: 1. That Report No. HAC17-025 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That the property located at 86 Temperance Street be removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest upon issuance of a demolition permit for the property; 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; and (c) That the Black Walnut tree located in the southwest corner of the lot be preserved. 6. Informational Items 3. HAC17-026 – Wood Plaque Application 101 Temperance Street Recommended: 1. That Report No. HAC17-026 be received for information. 4. Extract from Council Meeting of October 24, 2017 Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2017, and Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-09 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Page 4 of 4 Recommended: 1. That the Extract from Council Meeting of October 24, 2017, regarding the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of September 11, 2017, and Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-09, be received for information. 7. New Business 8. Adjournment Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Date: Monday, October 16, 2017 Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall Committee Members: Councillor Wendy Gaertner (Chair), Councillor Jeff Thom (Vice Chair) (arrived 7:12 p.m.), Neil Asselin, Barry Bridgeford, James Hoyes, Bob McRoberts (Honorary Member), Martin Paivio, and Ken Turriff Member(s) Absent: John Kazilis Other Attendees: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services, Jeff Healey, Planner, and Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Secretary The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. 1. Approval of the Agenda Moved by Martin Paivio Seconded by Bob McRoberts 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 September 11, 2017 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Minutes Page 1 of 6 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 2 of 6 Moved by James Hoyes Seconded by Neil Asselin That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of September 11, 2017, be received for information. Carried 4. Delegations (a) Joanne Russo, Owner Re: Item 1 – HAC17-022 – Heritage Permit Application, 29 Mark Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-15 Ms. Russo provided an overview of the details and intent of the proposed second storey-addition, and responded to questions from the Committee. Moved by Barry Bridgeford Seconded by Bob McRoberts That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1. Carried 5. Matters for Consideration 1. HAC17-022 – Heritage Permit Application, 29 Mark Street File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-15 Staff provided a brief overview of the application and provided details of the proposed second-storey addition. The Committee discussed various aspects of the proposed addition including roof height, the typology of design, the impact of the structure on the neighbourhood, and inquired about required variances that would be addressed at Committee of Adjustment. Moved by Neil Asselin Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That Report No. HAC17-022 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Minutes Page 2 of 6 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 3 of 6 (a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-15 for a 118.8 m2 second-storey addition and a 3 m2 rear addition be approved. Carried 2. HAC17-020 – Request to Designate under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, 49 Wells Street “Town Park” Staff provided an overview of the report and provided details on the historical and associative value of Town Park, and advised that a designation by-law would be brought forward to Council to designate Town Park under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The Committee discussed the specific heritage attributes and their significance, and agreed to amend the Summary of Heritage Attributes. Moved by Barry Bridgeford Seconded by Neil Asselin 1. That Report No. HAC17-020 be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That the Town Park located at 49 Wells Street be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act as a property of cultural heritage value or interest; and (b) That the Town Clerk be authorized to publish and serve Council's Notice of Intention to Designate as per requirements of the Act; and (c) 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 (d) That the following amendments to the Summary of Heritage Attributes be included: • The overall park setting, including the natural landscape of the existing park; • The presence of a bandshell; • The presence of a baseball diamond; and • A playground. Carried as amended Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Minutes Page 3 of 6 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 4 of 6 3. HAC17-023 – Doors Open Aurora 2017 – Event Summary Report Staff gave an overview of the Doors Open Aurora 2017 event and noted the efforts of volunteers, summer students and staff. The Committee commended the efforts of all those involved in making this a successful event. Moved by Ken Turriff Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That Report No. HAC17-023 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 2017: (a) All site owners/operators; (b) All volunteers and site staff; (c) The Auroran newspaper; and (d) The Mayor, Members of Council, and supporting Town staff. Carried 4. Memorandum from Acting Manager of Parks Re: Tree Removal Permit Application #064 for 52 Centre Street Staff provided an overview of the application and gave details about the tree in question. The Committee inquired about the process for contracted arborists to operate in the Town and the methods to inform home owners of the Tree By-law regulations, specifically within the Heritage District. Staff noted that the development of suitable communication measures to residents is in progress. Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Councillor Thom 1. That the memorandum regarding Tree Removal Permit Application #064 for 52 Centre Street be received; and 2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a) That Tree Removal Permit Application #064 for the removal of one black walnut tree at 52 Centre Street be approved. Carried Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Minutes Page 4 of 6 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 5 of 6 6. Informational Items 5. Extract from Council Meeting of September 12, 2017 Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of July 17, 2017 Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Martin Paivio 1. That the Extract from Council Meeting of September 12, 2017, regarding the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of July 17, 2017, be received for information. Carried 6. Extract from Council Meeting of September 12, 2017 Re: Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-08 Moved by Bob McRoberts Seconded by Martin Paivio 1. That the Extract from the Council Meeting of September 12, 2017, regarding Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-08, be received for information. Carried 7. New Business The Chair welcomed Ken Turriff to the Committee. Staff provided an update regarding the archaeological excavation at the Aurora United Church site. Staff provided an update on the Collis Leather factory site at 45 Tyler Street. Staff provided an update on the status of the Brookland Avenue culvert and road reconstruction work, stating that work was delayed and will be completed, weather permitting. Staff provided an update on the site construction at 32 Wellington Street East, and displayed plans of the proposed construction. Staff provided an update on the 32 Wells Street reconstruction, stating that the lot coverage is within required provisions. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Minutes Page 5 of 6 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, October 16, 2017 Page 6 of 6 Staff noted that the business signage on a Mosley Street residential property is under investigation. Staff informed that the light armoured vehicle (LAV) will be installed at Aurora’s War Memorial Peace Park in time for Remembrance Day. The Committee inquired about the inventory of architectural attributes of existing Heritage properties on Yonge Street, and staff noted that they are in the process of gathering information and a report will be brought to the Committee at a future meeting. The Committee inquired about the status of the grade separation at Wellington Street by Metrolinx, and staff provided clarification. 8. Adjournment Moved by Neil Asselin Seconded by James Hoyes That the meeting be adjourned at 8:27 p.m. Carried Committee recommendations are not binding on the Town unless otherwise adopted by Council. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Minutes Page 6 of 6 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Delegation (a) Page 1 of 1 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Delegation (b) Page 1 of 1 Town of Aurora Heritage Advisory Committee Report No. HAC 17-024 Subject: Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest 14288 Yonge Street Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner/Heritage Planning Department: Planning and Building Services Date: November 13, 2017 Recommendation 1.That Report No. HAC17-024 be received; and 2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council: (a)That the property located at 14288 Yonge Street be removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest; and (b)That the portion identified as the “1 ½ storey Main House” be reconstructed and modified in accordance with recommendations outlined in the submitted Conservation Plan, together with an addition, all to be located on Lot 11 to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Building Services; and (c)That a financial contribution to the Heritage Reserve Fund be provided to the Town; and (d)That an addition to the home be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory Committee in a future meeting; and (e)That the Owner’s heritage consultant submit a photographic report of a controlled demolition of the Cannon Farmhouse to determine the building’s construction date for education purposes. 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 14288 Yonge Street from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 1 Page 1 of 50 November 13, 2017 -2 -Report No. HAC17-024 •The structure was likely constructed circa 1875 and can described as a 1 ½ storey Ontario House and is also known as “The Cannon Farmhouse” •A second structure located on the subject lands was constructed circa 1980 and can be described as a 2 storey rectangular framed structure •A Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment Report was prepared for the subject lands, by Unterman McPhail Associates, dated March 2010, updated April 2013 •A Conservation Plan for the Cannon Farmhouse was prepared by CHC Limited, dated April 7 2017. •Further justification for removal of the home has been provided by CHC Limited •The owners have submitted a conceptual perspective drawing for a new single detached dwelling, however staff are of the opinion that Background The agent representing the owner of the property located at 14288 Yonge 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 September 21, 2017. Location The subject property is located on the west side of Yonge Street between the CNR Railway Bridge and Ridge Road (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 an Ontario House. The original building was likely constructed c. 1875, but may be constructed as early as the 1860’s. The builder of the main structure is unknown. 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). Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 1 Page 2 of 50 November 13, 2017 -3 -Report No. HAC17-024 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. Analysis History of the Property The history of the property was compiled from a Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by Unterman McPhail Associates, dated April 2013 and the Conservation Plan prepared by CHC Limited, dated April 2017. 14288 Yonge Street formed part of a much larger tract of farmland owned by the Cannon family. By 1844, Michael Cannon owned all 200 acres of land on Lot 74, Concession 1. By 1853, the railway to Machell’s Corners was constructed, which ran through the centre of the former concession lot (Lot 74, Conc 1). Michael lived with his wife Philadelphia and his 8 children in a one storey frame house on the property. Between 1870 and 1875 it is likely the subject dwelling was constructed on the lands to accommodate the growing family. After Michael Cannon’s death in the 1880’s, the property continues to be inhabited by his widow Philadelphia and her children. By 1907, the lands located west of the railway tracks were severed and sold. The property remained under the ownership of the Cannon family until 1945 when the lands were sold to Doris Rushworth. In 1953, Ms. Rushworth severed the lands east of the railway tracks to Catherine Bunn and retaining the lands containing the Cannon Farmhouse for herself. By 1956, the lands containing the Cannon Farmhouse was sold to Elva Miller. There is evidence to suggest that an older wood frame structure lies underneath the walls of the existing structure. Should the building be demolished, a controlled demolition should be undertaken to determine an exact construction date. Heritage Features of the Existing Building The Cannon Farmhouse can be described as a 1 ½ storey structure, rectangular shaped, with a one storey brick clad tail wing. Overall, the building can be considered a good example of an Ontario House Design. The roof is a side gabled roof including a centre gable with a 1 over 2 double hung sash window, a classic feature of Ontario House design. The original building is cladded with beige Aurora brick, however the second storey of the front elevation has covered the brick with vinyl siding. The first floor of the front façade displays one 1 over 2 double-hung window and a 3 over 6 picture window. The house is founded on fieldstone mixed with red brick, there is a full basement underneath the original home, and no basement under the addition. A 1 storey rear addition was likely added immediately after the construction of the main building and is sited in a somewhat unusual pattern comparted to other 1 storey additions constructed in this period. A number of unsympathetic alterations have occurred on the dwelling. There is no front porch on the house, however wood pilasters are featured around the front entrance of Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 1 Page 3 of 50 November 13, 2017 -4 -Report No. HAC17-024 the home, which is inappropriate to the home. The front door is not original to the home nor, complementary to the house. None of the windows on the home appear to be original and the replacement windows are incorrect to the period and style of the home. Inappropriate wood window shutters are located on the front elevation. Two chimneys are located on the home, one chimney made of brick, is located on the north side of the structure and another chimney made of poured concrete is located on the west side. Both chimneys are not original to the home. An aluminium clad shed/ outbuilding constructed in the mid-20th Century is located at the north end of the property. The outbuilding contains no heritage value. A second dwelling is located to the northwest of the Cannon Farmhouse. The building can be described as a 2 storey rectangular wood frame building, constructed circa 1980. The second dwelling contains no heritage value. A site visit was conducted on October 25 2017. Beyond the brick repointing & mortar repair on the main structure and chimney and the complete replacement of the roof shingles, the building appears to be in a good structural condition. The interior of the building has been heavily modified, with the hardwood flooring and an original door in the living room as the remaining notable items. Conservation of the Existing Building A Conservation Plan was prepared for the Cannon Farmhouse, prepared by CHC Limited dated April 7, 2017. The Conservation Plan outlines methods to repair and save the home, including but not limited to: repointing & rebuffing the damaged bricks, replacement of all exterior door and windows with period-appropriate windows and doors, remove or repair the chimneys and repair the roof on the rear addition. Neighbourhood Context Yonge Street, between the CNR Railway Bridge to the north and Ridge Road to the south, encompasses a total of fifteen (15) properties, five (5) of which are listed or designated on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. This portion of Yonge Street was historically rural in character. Historical buildings along this section of Yonge Street primarily comprise of, Ontario House architectural styles and homes comprising of fieldstone exterior cladding constructed circa 1920-1945. It is noted that 14288 Yonge Street is located within close proximity of one (1) property Designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, being the Keeper’s House and the Dead House, both located at the Aurora Cemetery (14253 Yonge Street). It is also noted that the Pet Cemetery, which is anticipated to be Designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, is located approximately 300 metres northwest of the subject building. The owner’s heritage consultant has identified that the removal of the Cannon Farmhouse will have no impact on the heritage resources at the Aurora Cemetery. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 1 Page 4 of 50 November 13, 2017 -5 -Report No. HAC17-024 Building Evaluation The Evaluation Working Group met to perform an objective evaluation of the subject property on Wednesday October 26, 2017 (See Attachment 3). The Evaluation Criteria for assessing the cultural heritage value of cultural heritage resources have been developed by the Town in consultation with its Municipal Heritage Committee. As per Section 13.3 e) of the Official Plan, Priority will be given to designating all Group 1 heritage resources in the Register. The purpose of the Evaluation is to identify the design/physical value, historical/associative value, and contextual value of the property as per Ontario Regulation 9/06, which outlines the criteria for determining cultural heritage value or Interest under the Ontario Heritage Act in order to conserve significant heritage resources. The Evaluation found the subject property to score in the middle of Group 2, suggesting that the property is “significant, worthy of preservation”. According to the Heritage Evaluation Guide for buildings scored within Group 2: •The designation of the building pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act will be encouraged; •The retention of the structure in its existing location is encouraged; •Any development application affecting such a structure should incorporate the identified building; and •Appropriate alternative uses for the building will be encouraged when necessary to ensure its preservation. •A Letter of Credit may be required to ensure the protection and preservation of the building in connection with a redevelopment application. The conservation of remaining physical attributes of the property would require formal designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, making it necessary for owners to obtain Heritage Permits for proposed work. The Ontario Heritage Act provides criteria for determining cultural heritage value or interest with Ontario Regulation 9/06. This Regulation requires that a building must exhibit significant design/physical, or associative, or contextual value to warrant designation. The Evaluation working group found the final weighted score for 14288 Yonge Street to be 57.8/100. Proposed Concept Plan The owner proposes to remove the property from the Aurora Register as a non- designated ‘listed’ property with the intention of demolishing the existing structure on the subject property to construct a new building. A concept drawing of the proposed building type were provided by the owner are shown in Attachment 4. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 1 Page 5 of 50 November 13, 2017 -6 -Report No. HAC17-024 The applicant is proposing to build a new single detached residence. The new design can be described as a two storey building, designed in a contemporary style with some elements derived from Second Empire styles. The owner’s propose the new structure to be clad with stone on the first floor and stucco on the second floor. A double car attached garage is proposed on the north side of the building, slightly setback from the front verandah. The proposed home forms part of a Plan of Subdivision which is currently under review by Planning Staff. The proposed home is expected to meet site- specific zoning provisions, which will be finalized at a later date. Heritage staff are of the opinion that there is an opportunity to construct a new home in the image of the original Cannon Farmhouse. The portion of the house identified as the “1 ½ storey main house” can be reconstructed in the image of the original Cannon Farmhouse, together with a complementary addition located on Lot 11 of the current Draft Plan of Subdivision. Similar examples of this technique have been approved by the Heritage Advisory Committee at 14726 Bayview Avenue (The Colyton Farmhouse) and 939 St. John’s Sideroad (The Enos Lundy House). A contribution to the Heritage Reserve Fund will also be requested to the satisfaction of the Director of Planning and Building Services. It must be noted that the owners are proposing a residential block, located east of the proposed building, which may obscure the view of the proposed building from Yonge Street. There is no proposal to construct a unit on the block as part of the current Plan of Subdivision application. Design Review Panel The Design Review Panel will review any reconstruction plan for the Cannon Farmhouse. 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. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 1 Page 6 of 50 November 13, 2017 -7 -Report No. HAC17-024 Alternatives to the Recommendation 1.Refuse the application and recommend that the property remain listed on the Aurora Registrar of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. 2.Refuse the application and recommend Designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. Conclusions The subject building was evaluated using the Town of Aurora Heritage Building Evaluation Guide and was rated in Group 2, which encourages the retention of the building as well as designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. Staff have reviewed the Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment Report, Conservation Plan and the letter in support to remove the property from the heritage registrar. In each report, the consultants have identified that the Cannon House was found not to meet the criterion of Regulation 09/06 and is not considered to be a property of cultural heritage value or interest. Although staff agree with the consultant’s opinions regarding the building not meeting the criterion of Regulation 09/06, the building has an opportunity to be reconstructed. The owners/developers are to reconstruct the existing home, together with a complementary addition. As Michael Cannon purchased the property in 1844, the house may have been constructed much earlier than its existing presumed date of 1875. Therefore it is recommended that upon demolition a photographic report of the Cannon Farmhouse be prepared determine whether there is an earlier construction date. Commemoration for the Cannon family will be provided in a future trail system in the adjacent Coutts development. As such, staff recommend the Heritage Advisory Committee remove of 14288 Yonge Street from the Aurora Registrar of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. 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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 86 Temperance Street from the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. •The structure was constructed circa 1924 and can described as a 1 ½ storey bungalow •The house was originally owned by James and Evelyn Black •The owners have submitted conceptual elevations for a new single detached dwelling Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 2 Page 1 of 22 November 13, 2017 -2 -Report No. HAC17-025 Background The owner of the property located at 86 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 September 22, 2017. 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 an Arts and Crafts bungalow. The building was constructed c. 1924, the builder of the main structure is unknown. 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. Analysis History of the Property According to research prepared by Jaqueline Stuart (see Attachment 6), the land parcel for 86 Temperance Street was purchased by James Black in 1913 for $150. James Black was a teamster by profession. The house did not exist on the property until 1925, when the valuation of the land increased to $725. James lived in the home with his wife Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 2 Page 2 of 22 November 13, 2017 -3 -Report No. HAC17-025 Evelyn and five children. James Black would pass away in 1945, but the home would continue to be owned by his widow Evelyn until her death in 1972. The next owners of the house were Lawrence and Pauline Hutchinson who owned 86 Temperance for three years. Lawrence was a local photographer. After the Hutchinson’s, Margaret Eccles owned the home from 1975 until (at least) 1998. The house appears to have been vacant since 2015. Heritage Features of the Existing Building The existing building can be described as a 1½ storey structure with a side gabled roof. The building displays a wood front porch, supported by Georgian style, wood columns, raised to meet the front door of the home. The front façade displays two 1 over 1 double-hung windows. The building was likely originally sided with wood clapboard, but has since been covered with vinyl siding. The rear portion of the home appears to have been altered, constructing attic space on the northwest corner of the home, topped with a front gable roof and a shallow side gable roof. Upon review of Fire Insurance Maps and Aerial photography, this alteration likely occurred between 1960 and 1978. The property does not contain any accessory structures. A mature black walnut tree is located at the southwest corner of the lot. It is recommended that the existing tree be preserved. A site visit was conducted on October 26, 2017 (see Attachment 4). The interior comprises of a new kitchen, laminate wood floors and an updated living room. The original layout of the home remains the same, and some original doors, windows and ventilation grates are still present. There appears to be extensive raccoon and water damage within the home. The neighbourhood comprises of Listed Heritage Properties Temperance Street, between Tyler Street to the north and Reuben Street to the south, encompasses a total of twenty-seven (27) properties, twenty-two (22) of which are listed on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. This portion of Temperance Street contains a wide variety of architectural styles including, Georgian Confederation Cottages, Arts and Crafts bungalows, Worker’s Houses and Edwardian/ Foursquare architectural styles. It is noted that 86 Temperance Street is located within close proximity of three (1) property Designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The designated properties are as follows: •98 Temperance Street- The Theodore Kirkby House Furthermore, staff have recently received a request to Designate 83 Temperance Street, The Ireland-Moore House, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 2 Page 3 of 22 November 13, 2017 -4 -Report No. HAC17-025 Building Evaluation The Evaluation Working Group met to perform an objective evaluation of the subject property on Monday March, 2016 (See Attachment 3). The Evaluation Criteria for assessing the cultural heritage value of cultural heritage resources have been developed by the Town in consultation with its Municipal Heritage Committee. As per Section 13.3 e) of the Official Plan, Priority will be given to designating all Group 1 heritage resources in the Register. The purpose of the Evaluation is to identify the design/physical value, historical/associative value, and contextual value of the property as per Ontario Regulation 9/06, which outlines the criteria for determining cultural heritage value or Interest under the Ontario Heritage Act in order to conserve significant heritage resources. The Evaluation found the subject property to score in the low end of Group 2, suggesting that the property is “significant, worthy of preservation”. According to the Heritage Evaluation Guide for buildings scored within Group 2: •The designation of the building pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act will be encouraged; •The retention of the structure in its existing location is encouraged; •Any development application affecting such a structure should incorporate the identified building; and •Appropriate alternative uses for the building will be encouraged when necessary to ensure its preservation. •A Letter of Credit may be required to ensure the protection and preservation of the building in connection with a redevelopment application. The conservation of remaining physical attributes of the property would require formal designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, making it necessary for owners to obtain Heritage Permits for proposed work. The Ontario Heritage Act provides criteria for determining cultural heritage value or interest with Ontario Regulation 9/06. This Regulation requires that a building must exhibit significant design/physical, or associative, or contextual value to warrant designation. The Evaluation working group found the final weighted score for 86 Temperance Street to be 46.2/100. Proposed Concept Plan The owner wishes to remove the property from the Aurora Register as a non-designated ‘listed’ property with the intention of demolishing the existing structure on the subject property to construct a new building. Elevations of the proposed building type were provided by the owner are shown in Attachment 5. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 2 Page 4 of 22 November 13, 2017 -5 -Report No. HAC17-025 The applicant is proposing to build a new single detached residence. The new design can be described as a two storey brick building designed in a contemporary style with elements derived from Edwardian/ Foursquare styles. The owner’s propose the new structure to be clad with brick. The home is proposed to cover 16% of the lot, which is adequate in scale and size with other homes on the street. A garage is not proposed. Minor alterations to the design of the structure will be required. Planning Staff will work with the applicant on detailed aspects of the building during the building permit process. It is noted that the property is currently zoned Second Density Apartment Residential (RA2) zone under Zoning By-law 6000-17. As such, the existing building is currently in a legal non-conforming status. Once the existing home is removed, the owners will need an amendment to the zoning by-law in order to construct a new home on the lands. Staff have informed the owners of this matter. Design Review Panel The application was reviewed by the Design Review Panel on November 3rd, 2017. No comments were available at the time of writing of this report. 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 1.Refuse the application and recommend that the property remain listed on the Aurora Registrar of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. 2.Refuse the application and recommend Designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. 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Executive Summary The purpose of this report is to provide the Heritage Advisory Committee information with respect to a Wood Plaque Application for 101 Temperance Street. •101 Temperance Street was completed in 1911 by Fred Browning •The Dyke family are long-standing and notable owners who lived in the home between 1918 and 1976. 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 Plaque at 101 Temperance Street. On September 24, 2017, the Owners of 101Temperance Street submitted an Application to receive a Wood Plaque. The property located at 101 Temperance 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 1910. The house was constructed in a Worker’s House architectural style (Attachment 1). Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 3 Page 1 of 11 November 13, 2017 -2 -Report No. HAC17-026 Brief History According to research prepared by the Jaqueline Stuart (Attachment 2), the lot containing 101 Temperance Street was owned by builder George T Browning. Circa 1910, George Browning constructed a new home on Yonge Street (formerly known as the George T Browning House, demolished in 2012). The western half of the lot, which fronted onto Temperance Street was severed to construct a new home. The home would be constructed by George’s brother Fred Browning. The home appears to have been completed by 1911. After the home’s completion, the home was sold to Elinor Milgate (maiden name Dyke) who owned the property for investment purposes. The home was tenanted during her ownership. By 1918, Reverend Cornelius Dyke and his family moved into the home. Reverend Dyke was a Primitive Methodist minister. Revered Dyke passed away in 1924, but his daughter, Lillie Dyke, would continue to live in the home until her death in 1976. After 1976, the home was sold to Alan R. Trimble & Katherine Lunn who lived in the home until 1987. 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 home was constructed by Fred Browning, however Mr. Browning never lived in 101 Temperance. The first owner of the completed home was Mrs. Milgate, however she never lived in 101 Temperance. The first significant owner was the Dyke family who lived in the home between 1918 and 1976. Therefore, after consideration of the Town’s guidelines for plaque wording incorporating the name of the most significant owner, the following wording is recommended: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 3 Page 2 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 3 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 4 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 5 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 6 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 7 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 8 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 9 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 10 of 11 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017Item 3 Page 11 of 11 Page 1 of 1 5.Consent Agenda Moved by Councillor Thom Seconded by Councillor Thompson That the following Consent Agenda items—C1 (with the exception of sub-items R1 and R2), and C5—be approved: (C2) Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2017 1.That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of September 11, 2017, be received for information. (R5) Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-09 1.That Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-09 be received; and 2.That the Committee recommendations contained within this report be approved. Carried Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-09: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of September 11, 2017 1.HAC17-019 – Heritage Conservation District Designation Process (a)That staff provide an information report regarding listed, designated, and potentially historic properties on Yonge Street between Wellington Street and Kennedy Street. Extract from Council Meeting of Tuesday, October 24, 2017 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda Monday, November 13, 2017 Item 4 Page 1 of 1