MINUTES - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20200914 1
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Monday, September 14, 2020
7:00 p.m.
Video Conference
Committee Members: Jeff Lanthier (Chair)
Neil Asselin
Matthew Kinsella
Bob McRoberts
Councillor Sandra Humfryes
Members Absent: John Green
Hoda Soliman (Vice Chair)
Other Attendees: Carlson Tsang, Planner
Ishita Soneji, Council/Committee Coordinator
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1. Procedural Notes
This meeting was held electronically as per Section 19. i) of the Town's
Procedure By-law No. 6228-19, as amended, due to the COVID-19 situation.
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:11 p.m.
2. Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Councillor Humfryes
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, including the following
additional item, be approved:
• Delegation 5.2 - Rebecca Beaton, Resident; Re: Aurora Train Station Building
Carried
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3. 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.
4. Receipt of the Minutes
4.1 Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of June 1, 2020
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Neil Asselin
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of June 1,
2020, be received for information.
Carried
5. Delegations
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Neil Asselin
That delegation 5.1 be allowed to speak at their respective agenda item prior to
the consideration of item 6.2.
Carried
5.1 Nick Racanelli, Racanelli and Associates Inc., Re: Item 6.2 - HAC20-
010 - Major Heritage Permit Application File HPA-2020-01, 31
Catherine Avenue
Mr. Racanelli provided an overview of the history of the property and
presented details of the proposed additions to the existing property,
highlighting details of the design noting that the addition will match the
existing roof line, proposed attached garage addition, overall building
depth, and responded to questions.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 6.2.
Carried
5.2 Rebecca Beaton, Resident; Re: Aurora Train Station Building
Ms. Beaton provided an overview of the history of the Aurora Train Station
building noting its heritage significance in the Town and the Province. She
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expressed concerns regarding the condition of the building noting that
efforts towards restoration and repair must be made and emphasized to
Metrolinx to preserve the heritage aspects of the building. The Committee
requested staff to provide an update at an upcoming meeting regarding
Metrolinx's next steps regarding the property.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Neil Asselin
That the comments of the delegation be received.
Carried
6. Matters for Consideration
6.1 HAC20-009 - Heritage Designation for 28 Wellington Street
West “Alfred Love House”
Staff provided an overview of the report and provided details of the
heritage building evaluation, design, historical and contextual value of the
property. The Committee expressed support for the heritage designation
of the property, under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
1. That Report No. HAC20-009 be received; and
2. That the comments regarding the heritage designation for 28
Wellington Street West be received and referred to staff for
consideration.
Carried
6.2 HAC20-010 - Major Heritage Permit Application File HPA-2020-01, 31
Catherine Avenue
Staff provided an overview of the report highlighting the details of the
proposed additions noting the overall footprint will exceed the
requirements highlighted in the Heritage Conservation District plan and a
minor variance application will be required for the minimum side yard
setback for Committee of Adjustment's consideration.
The Committee inquired about the permitted lot coverage with respect to
the zoning of the property, the finish of the board and batten and the
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materials to be utilized for the addition, and the applicant and staff
provided clarification.
The Committee discussed about the proposed attached garage addition,
the permitted limits and expressed concerns about the additional building
depth. The Committee acknowledged that the proposed addition is
considered compatible with the original one-storey building and matches
the architectural appearance of the building from the front elevation
mitigating the visual impact to the surrounding streetscape. However, it
was noted that the additional building depth may result in a built form that
is not in keeping with the surrounding homes.
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Bob McRoberts
1. That Report No. HAC20-010 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee’s comments regarding Heritage
Permit Application File: HPA-2020-01 be referred to staff for
consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
6.3 HAC20-011 - Amendments to the Conditions of Delisting 1625-1675
St. John’s Sideroad
Staff provided a brief overview of the report and the Committee was in
support of the amendments to the conditions imposed by Council for
delisting the subject property.
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Bob McRoberts
1. That Report No. HAC20-011 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee’s comments regarding
amendments to the conditions imposed by Council on May 15, 2019
for the delisting of 1625-1675 St. John’s Sideroad be referred to staff
for consideration and action as appropriate.
Carried
6.4 Memorandum from Manager, Parks and Fleet; Re: Tree Removal
Permit Application - 53 Metcalfe Street
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Staff provided a brief overview of the tree removal permit application
highlighting the details on the applicant's intent for removing the tree. The
Committee expressed support for the tree removal and expressed their
appreciation to the applicant for submitting a re-planting plan.
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
1. That the memorandum regarding Tree Removal Permit Application –
53 Metcalfe Street be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee provide comment with respect
to the proposed Tree Removal Permit Application for 53 Metcalfe
Street.
Carried
6.5 Memorandum from Manager, Parks and Fleet, Re: Tree Removal
Permit Application - 126 Temperance Street
Staff provided a brief overview of the tree removal permit application. The
Committee sought clarification on the details of the condition of the tree
and evaluations from the Parks department, and staff provided clarification
noting the tree is declining. The Committee expressed support for the tree
removal request.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
1. That the memorandum regarding Tree Removal Permit Application –
126 Temperance Street be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee provide comment with respect
to the proposed Tree Removal Permit Application for 126 Temperance
Street.
Carried
7. Informational Items
7.1 Memorandum from Planner; Re: Alterations to a Listed Heritage
Property – 95 Metcalfe Street
Staff provided an overview of the memorandum and Council's process in
seeking the Committee's input for any proposed alterations to listed
properties. Staff provided details of the heritage evaluation conducted by
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the working group suggesting that as per the evaluation, the property is
moderately significant, worthy of documentation and preservation but not
designation. The Committee expressed support for the proposed
alterations for the subject property.
Moved by Councillor Humfryes
Seconded by Bob McRoberts
1. That the memorandum regarding Alterations to a Listed Heritage
Property – 95 Metcalfe Street be received for information.
Carried
7.2 Memorandum from Planner; Re: Ontario Barn Preservation Letter
Staff provided an overview of the memorandum and provided details of
the letter received from the Ontario Barn Preservation that offers
recommendations to better protect barns across the Province. Staff noted
that the suggestions will be considered as part of the ongoing Official Plan
review process.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
1. That the memorandum regarding the Ontario Barn Preservation Letter
be received.
Carried
8. Adjournment
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Matthew Kinsella
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:51 p.m.
Carried