MINUTES - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20200203
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date: Monday, February 3, 2020
Time and Location: 7 p.m., Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Jeff Lanthier (Chair), Hoda Soliman (Vice Chair), Neil
Asselin, John Green, Councillor Sandra Humfryes (arrived
7:08 p.m.), Matthew Kinsella, Bob McRoberts
Members Absent: None
Other Attendees: Carlson Tsang, Planner, Linda Bottos, Council/Committee
Coordinator
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
1. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by John Green
Seconded by Hoda Soliman
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved, with the
exception that Item 4 be considered prior to consideration of Item 3.
Carried
2. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
3. Receipt of the Minutes
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of December 9, 2019
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Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Neil Asselin
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of December 9, 2019, be
received for information.
Carried
4. Delegations
None
5. Matters for Consideration
1. HAC20-001 – Major Heritage Permit Application
15032 Yonge Street (Elmwood Lodge: The Reuben J.
Kennedy House), File: HPA-2019-07
Staff provided a brief overview of the report noting staff’s recommendation to
defer the application pending review of a damage assessment report on the
condition of the existing shutters on a designated building.
The Committee inquired about various aspects of the shutters, offered
suggestions regarding restoration assistance, and expressed support for
staff’s recommendation to defer the application.
Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Hoda Soliman
1. That Report No. HAC20-001 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee‘s comments regarding Major
Heritage Permit Application File: HPA-2019-07 be received and referred to
staff for consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
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2. HAC20-002 – Minor Heritage Permit Application
80 George Street, File: HPA-2019-06
Staff gave a brief overview of the report noting staff’s support of the proposed
replacement of five windows and one side entrance door as it would not
adversely affect the original heritage character of the building.
The Committee inquired about the wraparound porch and staff agreed to
investigate whether it was part of the original elements in relation to the
heritage designation.
Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Neil Asselin
1. That Report No. HAC20-002 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee‘s comments regarding Minor
Heritage Permit Application File: HPA-2019-06 be received and referred to
staff for consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
3. HAC20-003 – Draft Terms of Reference for the Review of the Town’s
Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
Staff provided a brief overview of the report and draft Terms of Reference
regarding the proposal to retain a consultant to conduct a comprehensive
review and update of the Town’s Register, including the prioritization of listed
properties for potential designation.
The Committee inquired about various aspects of the proposed Terms of
Reference including the process phases, roles and responsibilities, and interim
progress reporting, and staff provided clarification. The Committee suggested
that the Aurora Museum & Archives and Regional information be included as
resources for data collection and that the consultant submit all phase-based
deliverables. The Committee further suggested that the Town’s heritage
conservation district properties be prioritized in the review and that an interim
process for building permit requests be implemented to protect listed heritage
properties until the review is completed. The Committee also expressed
interest in participating on the proposed steering committee.
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Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Hoda Soliman
1. That Report No. HAC20-003 be received; and
2. That the Committee comments on the Draft Terms of Reference for the
comprehensive review of the Town’s Register of Properties of Cultural
Heritage Value or Interest be received and referred to staff for
consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
6. Informational Items
4. Memorandum from Planner
Re: Alterations to a Listed Heritage Property – 46 Mosley Street
The Committee consented to allow the applicant to speak to the Committee.
Staff gave a brief overview of the memorandum regarding a building permit
application for an existing dwelling that is a listed, non-designated property.
The Committee inquired about the process for its input on listed heritage
properties and expressed concern regarding the absence of a review by the
evaluation working group. Staff provided clarification on the requirements of
the Ontario Heritage Act and advised that Committee input is being sought
prior to heritage staff providing comments on the application to Building
Services.
The applicant assured the Committee that they are working within the
appropriate guidelines and are willing to work with staff to protect the building’s
heritage and compatibility within the neighbourhood.
The Committee agreed to provide comments on the design of the proposal to
staff via email for consideration by staff and the applicant prior to approval of
the building permit application.
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Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by John Green
1. That the memorandum regarding Alterations to a Listed Heritage Property
– 46 Mosley Street be received for information.
Carried
7. Adjournment
Moved by Matthew Kinsella
Seconded by Neil Asselin
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:29 p.m.
Carried