AGENDA - Heritage Advisory Committee - 20170410Heritage
Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 10, 2017
7 p.m.
Holland Room
Aurora Town Hall
Public Release
April 5, 2017
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Date: Monday, April 10, 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 March 6, 2017
Recommended:
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 6, 2017, be
received for information.
4. Delegations
(a) Igor and Brittany Momot, Owners
Re: Item 2 – HAC17-008 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora
Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest, 32 Wells
Street
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5. Matters for Consideration
1. HAC17-007 – Heritage Permit Application
31 Catherine Avenue
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-07
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-007 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 with respect to
the front door be approved subject to the following conditions:
i. That the front door be comprised of wood; and
ii. That the design of the front door be amended to be in keeping
with the Gothic Revival Architecture of the home; and
(b) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 with respect to
the replacement of the side window (west elevation) be denied.
2. HAC17-008 – Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
32 Wells Street
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-008 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That the property located at 32 Wells Street be removed from the
Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest;
and
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(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.
3. HAC17-009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
Applications
Aurora United Church
15186 Yonge Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street
55, 57 and 57A Temperance Street
Files: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-009 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That the Heritage Advisory Committee provide feedback on the
proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application and existing heritage
buildings; and
(b) That the Heritage Advisory Committee be notified of any additional
archaeological findings on the subject lands; and
(c) That the site plan application be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory
Committee at a future meeting.
4. HAC17-010 – Revised Submission Heritage Permit Application
36 Mark Street
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-010 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
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(a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-02 be approved to
permit the construction of two (2) detached structures, subject to the
following conditions:
i. That the final building elevations are subject to approval of
Planning Staff.
6. Informational Items
5. HAC17-004 – Heritage Permits Approved Under Delegated Authority
Recommended:
1. That Report No. HAC17-004 be received for information.
6. Memorandum from Planner
Re: Closing Historic Schools – CHOnews Article
Recommended:
1. That the memorandum regarding Closing Historic Schools – CHOnews
Article be received for information.
7. Extract from Council Meeting of March 28, 2017
Re: Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2017,
and March 6, 2017
Recommended:
1. That the Extract from Council Meeting of March 28, 2017, regarding the
Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 13, 2017, and
March 6, 2017, be received for information.
7. New Business
8. Adjournment
Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date: Monday, March 6, 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, Bob McRoberts
(Honorary Member), Carol Gravelle, James Hoyes, and John
Kazilis
Member(s) Absent: Martin Paivio
Other Attendees: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Development
Services, Jeff Healey, Planner, and Samantha Kong,
Council/Committee Secretary
The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
1.Declaration of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
2.Approval of the Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Bob McRoberts
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services, with the following additions,
be approved:
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• Delegation (a) Ian Ding, representing the Owner; Re: Item 1 – HAC17-003 –
Heritage Permit Application, 41 Centre Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-01
• Delegation (b) Chris Pretotto, Architect, and Kevin Vanderpost, Owner; Re: Item
2 – HAC17-006 – Heritage Permit Application, 82 Catherine Avenue, File
Number: NE-HCD-HPA-17-04
• Delegation (c) Sasan Saadat, Owner; Re: Item 3 – HAC17-005 – Heritage
Permit Application, 36 Mark Street, File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
• Delegation (d) Mark Kolb, Owner, Hidden Live Game; Re: Web Application to
Celebrate History and Heritage of Aurora
Carried
3. Receipt of the Minutes
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2017
Moved b y Carol Gravelle
Seconded by John Kazilis
That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 13, 2017, be
received for information.
Carried
4. Delegations
(a) Ian Ding, representing the Owner
Re: Item 1 – HAC17 -003 – Heritage Permit Application, 41 Centre Street,
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-01
Mr. Ding provided background information on the application and was present
to answer questions of the Committee.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Bob McRoberts
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 1.
Carried
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(b) Chris Pretotto, Architect, and Kevin Vanderpost, Owner
Re: Item 2 – HAC17-006 – Heritage Permit Application, 82 Catherine
Avenue, File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-17-04
Mr. Pretotto provided a brief overview of the application and presented new
elevation drawings.
Moved by John Kazilis
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 2.
Carried
(c) Sasan Saadat, Owner
Re: Item 3 – HAC17-005 – Heritage Permit Application, 36 Mark Street,
File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
Mr. Saadat provided a brief overview of the application and was present to
answer questions of the Committee.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by Barry Bridgeford
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to Item 3.
Carried
(d) Mark Kolb, Owner, Hidden Live Game
Re: Web Application to Celebrate History and Heritage of Aurora
Mr. Kolb provided an overview of the free web application Hidden Live and
proposed that the Town could utilize it to celebrate the history and heritage of
Aurora. He expressed interest in collaborating with the Committee to create
content for the application in order to create a historical walking tour, as well as
prizes and sponsorship.
Moved by Councillor Thom
Seconded by James Hoyes
That the comments of the delegation be received and referred to staff.
Carried
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5. Matters for Consideration
1. HAC17-003 – Heritage Permit Application, 41 Centre Street
File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-17-01
Staff provided a brief overview of the property and indicated that the building is
not considered to be a heritage building within the district as it does not
contribute architecturally. He stated that the proposed design would provide a
more appropriate style to the Heritage District.
The Committee expressed support and inquired if the proposed designs
required any zoning changes or minor variances. Staff stated that the owners
appear to meet the provisions of the zoning by-law. The Committee requested
that staff indicate that the Committee did not receive any reports on minor
variance, should this application proceed to the Committee of Adjustment.
Moved by Carol Gravelle
Seconded by Neil Asselin
1. That Report No. HAC17-003 be received; and
2. That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a) That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-01 be approved
for the demolition of the existing structure; and
(b) That the submitted plans and building elevations be approved
to permit the construction of a 308m2 structure; and
(c) That the owner be encouraged to incorporate Landscaping in
keeping with Section 9.7 of the District Plan.
Carried
2. HAC17-006 – Heritage Permit Application, 82 Catherine Avenue
File Number: NE-HCD-HPA-17-04
Staff provided a brief history of the property and stated that the building depicts
an arts and craft style home within the district very well. Staff noted that the
major changes presented in the application pertain to the rear addition and
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noted that staff support the minor changes to the front elevation. The
Committee expressed support for the design of the proposed building.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by John Kazilis
1.That Report No. HAC17-006 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a)That the demolition of the existing 11.6m2 rear addition be
approved; and
(b)That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-04 be approved
to permit the construction of a 60m2 rear addition and expansion of
the front dormer as shown on the submitted plans; and
(c)That the existing side door be retained.
Carried
3.HAC17-005 – Heritage Permit Application, 36 Mark Street
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
Staff provided a brief overview of the property and indicated that the owner is
willing to work with staff in regards to the design and architecture. Staff read the
comments received from the design review panel.
The Committee requested staff circulate the comments of the design review
panel within the report or as an additional item.
Moved by John Kazilis
Seconded by Carol Gravelle
1.That Report No. HAC17-005 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
(a)That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-02 be approved
for the demolition of the existing structure; and
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(b)That the Owner submit revised elevations that demonstrate
greater conformity with the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District Plan; and
(c)That the revised plans be reviewed by the Heritage
Advisory Committee at a future meeting.
Carried
6. Informational Items
4.Extract from Council Meeting of February 14, 2017
Re: Memorandum from Mayor Dawe, Re: Correspondence from The
Honourable Peter Van Loan, MP, York-Simcoe – Proposed Private
Member’s Bill C-323
Staff provided an overview of the memorandum presented at Council and the
Committee expressed support.
Moved by Bob McRoberts
Seconded by Councillor Thom
1.That the Extract from Council Meeting of February 14, 2017, regarding the
Memorandum from Mayor Dawe, Re: Correspondence from The
Honourable Peter van Loan, MP, York-Simcoe – Proposed Private
Member’s Bill C-323, be received for information.
Carried
7.New Business
Bob McRoberts informed the Committee that he would be absent at the next
meeting.
Councillor Gaertner inquired if the Committee was interested in designating Town
Park. The Committee expressed support.
Councillor Thom inquired if the buildings on Yonge Street are listed or designated,
and if it was feasible to undertake a project to review all the buildings on Yonge
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Street to ensure those worthy of designation are protected from development. Staff
indicated that some buildings are designated such as the Clock tower.
8.Adjournment
Moved by Neil Asselin
Seconded by James Hoyes
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:35 p.m.
Carried
Committee recommendations are not binding on the Town unless otherwise adopted by
Council at a later meeting.
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Heritage Committee - Meeting of April 10th, 2017
32 Wells Street - Owner to Discuss Plans to Remove Property from Heritage Registry and construction due to wheelchair access requirements
Igor Momot and Brittany Momot
We have submitted elevation drawings and floor plans to the Heritage Committee for 32
Wells Street in order to have the property removed from the heritage registry. We would
like to speak to the committee with regards to the plan for the property and answer any
questions with regards to the submitted materials.
✔
Jeff Healey 03/16/17
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC17-007
Subject: Heritage Permit Application
31 Catherine Avenue
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-07
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: April 10, 2017
Recommendation
1.That Report No. HAC17-007 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a)That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 with respect to
the front door be approved subject to the following conditions:
i.That the front door be comprised of wood; and
ii.That the design of the door be amended to be in keeping with
the Gothic Revival Architecture of the home; and
b)That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 with respect to
the replacement of the side window (west elevation) be denied
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with direction from the Heritage Advisory
Committee regarding Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 regarding
proposed alterations to 31 Catherine Avenue, designated under Part V of the Ontario
Heritage Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.
•The house is historically known as “The Reynolds House” was constructed circa
1886
•The alterations as proposed are found to not meet policies of the Northeast Old
Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan
•The owner has submitted previous Heritage permits, which were approved at
under Staff review
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Background
The owner of the property located at 31 Catherine Avenue submitted Heritage Permit
Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 on March 16, 2017. The house can be described as a
one and a half storey, Ell Shaped Gothic Revival home.
The subject property was designated in 2006 under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act
as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. Section 42 of the Act
states that,
No owner of property situated in a heritage conservation district that has
been designated by a municipality under this Part shall do any of the
following, unless the owner obtains a permit from the municipality to do
so: “1. Alter, or permit the alteration of, any part of the property, other
than the interior of any structure or building on the property; 2. Erect,
demolish or remove any building or structure on the property or permit
the erection, demolition or removal of such a building or structure.
The Heritage Permit Application was deemed complete by staff on March 23, 2017.
Council has 90 days to respond to the Application or else the Application is
automatically approved.
Location
The subject property is located on the south side of Catherine Avenue, between Yonge
Street and Spruce Street (See Attachment 1). The District Plan has identified this block
of Catherine Avenue to have “a very high heritage value”.
Heritage Features of the Existing Building
The existing building can be described as a 1 ½ storey structure with a front gable roof.
The building is finished with brick cladding. The building features double-hung windows,
including a 3-bay window on the front elevation and the east elevation. A pale-green
wood corner verandah leads up to the front entrance, comprised of six wood columns
and wood railings. The building is ordained in decorative trim under the gable roof, also
coloured in pale-green. Overall, the building appears to be an excellent example of
Gothic Revival architecture and is considered a contributing building within the Heritage
Conservation District.
Analysis
On March 23 2017, staff issued a Notice of Receipt on behalf of Council as per By-law
5365-11 (being a By-law to delegate certain assigned Council authority under the
Ontario Heritage Act regarding the power to consent to alterations of designated
heritage properties).
Photos provided by the applicant identify the rear addition as a one storey wood frame
structure, sided with wood board and batten. Unfortunately there are no Fire Insurance
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Plans to verify the construction date of the addition. It is noted that a new detached
garage was constructed on the lands (approved by Heritage Permit) in 2010.
Proposed Alterations
Upon speaking to the owners in advance of submission of the heritage permit
application, it was identified that the proposed changes are to increase the amount of
sunlight within the home. The owners are proposing the following changes to the home:
• Remove the existing front door and transom and replace with a fully glazed steel
front door
• Remove the existing window on the west elevation and replace the window with
a modern heritage window design
Since the house is designated under Part V of the Act any additions or alterations
should be in compliance with the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District
Plan (the District Plan). Several policies were considered in reviewing the Application.
With respect to the door Section 9.2.4 and 9.2.4.1 of the District Plan identify
appropriate and inappropriate style of doors. The owners propose a fully glazed steel
door as the main entrance for the home. The District Plan states that modern door
designs are not appropriate in heritage buildings, even when tricked up as “heritage”
items. Metal is not considered an appropriate material for doors within the District Plan.
It is noted that the owners are willing to incorporate a wood door with the same design.
With respect to the Transom, it is noted that Section 9.3.1 of the District Plan that “new
construction should not damage or conceal heritage features” and “new construction
should consider restoration of heritage features that have been lost or concealed by
previous renovations”. Although the side window is not original to the home, the window
has become a heritage attribute to the home over time. Staff recommend that the
existing transom be restored or replaced with a new transom, which is in keeping with
the design of the new front door.
The height of the front door is proposed at 2.3 meters (7 feet, 8 inches). The proposed
height of the front door is too tall, therefore is out of scale and proportion with the rest of
the home. Section 9.2.4 of the District Plan further emphasizes the necessity for
transoms and doors which are scaled appropriately with the main building. Staff
recommend that a transom be incorporated in the design of the new front door.
Staff recognize the design “F” under Section 9.2.4 identified as “Fully-Glazed Wood
Door” as an appropriate style of door within the Heritage District. However, staff are of
the opinion that a fully-glazed door is not in keeping with the Gothic Revival Architecture
of the home. Staff recommend that the owners propose a new front door design which
incorporates less glazing. Glazing consistent with the existing front door on the home is
recommended. Upon speaking with the owners with regards to the front door, the
owners are willing to use a ¾ glazed wood door with no changes to the height.
With respect to the window proposed to be removed and replaced on the west elevation
can be described as a three pane, wood framed, box window. The window does not
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appear to be original to the home, but was likely installed in the 1920’s or 1930’s. It is
noted that Section 9.3.1 of the District Plan states that “new construction should not
damage or conceal heritage features” and “new construction should consider restoration
of heritage features that have been lost or concealed by previous renovations”.
Although the side window is not original to the home, the window has become a
heritage attribute to the home over time.
The proposed replacement is to match the window with a modern heritage designed
window located to the north on the west elevation. The proposed window design is not
desirable as the design reflects a modern heritage design and does not attempt to retain
the look or appearance of the existing window. It is recommended that the side window
be retained and restored on the property.
Recent Heritage Permits Approved by Staff
Heritage Permit application NE-HCD-HPA-16-07 was approved by Staff on September
16, 2016. The permit involved the installation of a new double hung window on the west
elevation of the structure, located at the north-west corner of the building.
Heritage Permit application NE-HCD-HPA-17-03 was approved by Staff on February 16,
2017. This permit requested the removal of existing vents underneath the front gable
and side gable roofline on the front and west elevation, to be replaced with windows.
The second component of the heritage permit was the installation of a new sunroof on
the east facing roof.
Alterations Not Subject to a Heritage Permit
In addition to the proposed changes, the owners propose to repaint the pale green trim
and verandah to “off-black”. Although there is no heritage permit required for repainting
a heritage building, the owners are encouraged to review the practices and procedures
for painting heritage homes identified in Section 9.3.4.8 of the District Plan.
Board and batten siding was installed on the rear elevation of the home and mudroom
on the east elevation. Staff do not have prior record of board and batten siding installed
at these locations. The owners have stated that this was installed prior to their
ownership.
New patio windows were installed on the rear elevation of the home and an existing
window was replaced with a new window was at the south west corner of the building.
The size of the window on the south west corner was increased considerably compared
to the original window. The patio windows new window at the south west corner are out
of view from the street, therefore do not require a heritage permit.
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Design Review Panel
Not required.
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
It is recommended that Heritage Permit application NE-HCD-HPA-17-07 for the property
located at 31 Catherine Avenue be amended to address staff comments. The design of
the front door requires further review to incorporate a design that is in keeping with the
Gothic Revival Architectural style of the home. With respect to the side window, it is
recommended that the existing window be retained and restored as the window serves
as a heritage attribute to the home. Once a Heritage Permit Application is received,
Council has ninety (90) days from the date of issuing a Notice of Receipt to: consent to
the application with or without terms and conditions, or refuse the application.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC17-008
Subject: Request to Remove a Property from the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest
32 Wells Street
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: April 10, 2016
Recommendation
1.That Report No. HAC17-008 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a)That the property located at 32 Wells Street be removed from the
Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest;
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.
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 32 Wells Street from
the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest.
•The structure was constructed circa 1880 and can described as a 1 ½ storey
Ontario House
•A Heritage Impact Statement was prepared for the subject lands, prepared by
Bray Heritage with Letourneau Heritage Consulting Inc and Amy Barnes
Consulting, dated February 2017
•The owners have submitted conceptual elevations for a new single detached
dwelling
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Background
The owner of the property located at 32 Wells 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 March 16, 2017.
Location
The subject property is located on the west side of Wells Street between Wellington
Street East and Mosley 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 Ontario House. The building was constructed c. 1880, 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
The land parcel for 32 Wells Street was sold by John Mosley to William Edwards,
general labourer in 1869. By 1870, Long’s Box Factory was constructed at the
northwest corner of Wells Street and Mosley Street and occupies up the west side of
Wells Street to the southern property line of 32 Wells Street. The factory would exist
until circa 1900 with new home construction by 1920. The house was constructed circa
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1880, presumably under the ownership of William Edwards. The lands would be sold in
succession as follows- 1910- 1912 Albert Machell, builder; 1912-1920 Agnes
Williamson; 1920-1930 Rosella Holder, widow; 1930-1945 David Ellis, tanner; 1945-
1972 Walter Cole, dairyman. Victor Priestly briefly owns the property from 1972 to 1973.
Other owners of the property are Noel and Earmanna Crossman, William Simpson and
Denise O’Sullivan. For more information on the history of the property please find the
Heritage Impact Statement prepared by Bray Heritage with Letourneau Heritage
Consulting Inc and Amy Barnes Consulting, dated February 2017 (see Attachment 4).
Heritage Features of the Existing Building
The existing building can be described as a 1 ½ storey structure with a side gabled roof
including a centre gable with a 1 over 1 double hung sash window with a semi-circular
fixed design. The building displays a front porch comprised of slab-on-grade concrete,
supported by four metal columns ordained with metal railings. The front façade displays
two 1 over 1 double-hung windows on the first floor. The building was originally sided
with wood clapboard, but has since been covered with yellow aluminum siding. A 1
storey rear addition was added onto to the home, likely shortly after the construction of
the main building. A consistent trait on the home are the 1 over 1 double hung
windows. The windows on the second storey and on the side elevations of the first
storey appear to be original to the home. The property does not contain any accessory
structures, however the Owner’s Heritage Consultant has identified a previous
accessory structure which existed during the mid-20th Century.
A site visit was conducted on March 24 2016. The interior of the building appears to
have been heavily modified in the 1970’s. The building has been converted into a
duplex, with one unit on the ground floor and a second unit on the second floor. Very
few original heritage elements remain within the home. It must also be noted that the
house is currently sinking in multiple locations.
The neighbourhood comprises of Listed Heritage Properties
Wells Street, between Wellington Street East to the north and Mosley Street to the
south, encompasses a total of fifteen (15) properties, twelve (12) of which are listed on
the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest.
This portion of Wells Street contains a wide variety of architectural styles including,
Georgian Confederation Cottages, Arts and Crafts, Ontario House and Edwardian/
Foursquare architectural styles. It is noted that 32 Wells Street is located within close
proximity of three (3) properties Designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act.
The designated properties are as follows:
• 40 Wells Street- De La Haye House
• 65 Wellington Street East- The George W. Graham House
• 69 Wellington Street East- The Carpenter’s House
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Southeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District
Between 2013 and 2014, Wells Street and the surrounding neighbourhood was
considered as part of a potential Heritage Conservation District. As there is no Heritage
Conservation District in place, the property must be evaluated under O. Regulation
09/06.
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 32 Wells
Street to be 49.3/100.
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Architectural Salvage
A site visit of the subject lands occurred on Wednesday March 24, 2017. The site visit
identified items which could be salvaged as part of the Aurora Architectural Salvage
Program. A series of items considered for salvage are identified below:
• Closet Door
• Basement Door
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 4.
The applicant is proposing to build a new single detached residence. The new design
can be described as a bungalow, designed in a contemporary style with elements
derived from Arts and Crafts styles. The owner’s propose the new structure to be clad
with brick. A double car attached garage is proposed on the south side of the building,
setback from the front verandah. The proposed home is expected to meet all provisions
of the zoning by-law with the exception of Lot Coverage, which is proposed at 38% (the
zoning by-law permits a maximum of 35%).
Staff have requested amendments to the design of the proposed home to reduce the
impact of the garage on the front elevation to be in keeping with the surrounding
neighbourhood. Planning Staff will work with the applicant on detailed aspects of the
building during the building permit process.
Design Review Panel
The application was reviewed by the Design Review Panel on March 31, 2017. The
Panel finds the proposed one storey building a refreshing example of scale within an
established heritage neighbourhood. The Panel has requested the following changes to
the design of the homes:
• Recommendation to recess the garage approximately 4 or 5 feet from the front
face of the building to reduce the perception of the garage, this will result in a
minor change to the corresponding floor plans
• Consideration to incorporate an archway in front of the garage with the garage
setback
• Request for cedar shingles under the dormers on the front elevation
• Request to review a grading plan to compare existing vs. proposed drainage
Financial Implications
There are no financial implications.
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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.
Conclusions
The subject was evaluated using the Town of Aurora Heritage Building Evaluation
Guide and was rated in the low end of Group 2, which encourages the retention of the
building as well as designation under the Ontario Heritage Act. It is recommended that
the proposed elevations are subject to approval of Planning Staff to ensure a future new
dwelling will maintain the heritage character of the area. Staff recommend the Heritage
Advisory Committee remove of 32 Wells Street from the Aurora Registrar of Properties
of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest.
Attachments
Attachment #1 – Location Map
Attachment #2 – Heritage Resource Brief (2010)
Attachment #3 – Evaluation Working Group Score, 32 Wells Street
Attachment #4 – Photos of 32 Wells Street (2017)
Attachment #5 – Proposed Design- 32 Wells Street
Attachment #6 – Heritage Impact Statement prepared by Bray Heritage with Letourneau
Heritage Consulting Inc and Amy Barnes Consulting, dated February
2017
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC17-009
Subject: Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment
Applications
Aurora United Church
15186 Yonge Street, 12 & 16 Tyler Street
55, 57 & 57A Temperance Street
File: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
Prepared by: Marco Ramunno, Director
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: April 10, 2017
Recommendation
1.That Report No. HAC17-009 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a)That the Heritage Advisory Committee provide feedback on the proposed
Zoning By-law Amendment application and existing heritage buildings;
and,
b)That the Heritage Advisory Committee be notified of any additional
archaeological findings on the subject lands; and,
c)That the site plan application be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory
Committee at a future meeting.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with direction from the Heritage Advisory
Committee regarding the request to demolish all buildings and structures located at
15186 Yonge Street, 12 & 16 Tyler Street 55, 57 & 57A Temperance Street. It is noted
that 15186 Yonge Street was removed from the Aurora Register of Properties of
Cultural Heritage Value or Interest in July 2014 after the removal of the former church
due to fire. The remaining properties are currently Listed on the Aurora Register of
Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. The request to remove the buildings
forms part of a greater application to construct a 2 storey Place of Worship and a 9
storey Retirement Residence on the subject lands.
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• 12 Tyler Street was constructed circa 1875 and can be described as a 1 ½ storey
Worker`s House
• 16 Tyler Street was constructed circa 1911 and can be described as a 2 ½ storey
Foursquare House
• 55 Temperance Street was constructed circa 1870 and can be described as a 1
½ storey Georgian Confederation Cottage
• 57 Temperance Street was constructed circa 1950 and can be described as a 2
storey front gable-roofed residence
• 57A Temperance Street can be described as a 1 ½ storey frame structure, the
construction date is uncertain, possibly 1904
• A Heritage Impact Statement was prepared for the subject lands, prepared by
Bray Heritage with Letourneau Heritage Consulting Inc and Amy Barnes
Consulting, dated December 2016
Background
In December 2016, the owner submitted an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-
law Amendment to the Town for the subject lands. The owner is proposing to construct
a two (2) storey place of worship and a nine (9) storey retirement residence on the
subject lands. The existing proposal does not incorporate the existing heritage
resources on the property. The owners have not submitted a site plan application at
this time, however a site plan application is anticipated to be submitted in 2017.
Location
The subject lands are bound by Yonge Street to the east, Tyler Street to the south and
Temperance Street to the west (see Attachment 1). The total lot size of the subject
lands is approximately 1.12 acres. 15186 Yonge Street is currently vacant, with the
northern portion of the lands currently being used for municipal parking. 12 Tyler Street,
16 Tyler Street and 55 Temperance Street each contain one single detached dwelling.
57 and 57A Temperance Street contains two detached dwellings, although are located
on one contiguous lot.
Analysis
The owner has submitted a Heritage Impact Statement for the subject lands, prepared
by Bray Heritage with Letourneau Heritage Consulting Inc and Amy Barnes Consulting.
Staff have reviewed the Heritage Impact Statement and have provided comments to the
owner to address. Property pages are provided in Attachment 2.
Architectural Value
12 Tyler Street
12 Tyler Street can be described as a 1 ½ storey Ell-Shaped Worker’s House. The
building was constructed circa 1880, likely by William Atkinson. The building comprises
of a front gable roofline facing Tyler Street. The first floor comprises of a wrap-around
front verandah and a projecting 3-bay window. The bay window contains three 2 over 2
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double hung windows. A dingle 2 over 2 double hung window is located on the second
storey. The building is cladded with a shiplap vinyl siding, which covers the original
wood siding underneath. Historical photography of the structure from circa 1910
features a functional balcony on top of the front verandah with wood quoining at the
corners of the building.
16 Tyler Street
16 Tyler Street can be described as a 2 ½ storey Foursquare House. The building has a
hipped roof with centre dormer facing Tyler Street. The front façade displays a frame
shed roofed porch with a second floor balcony. The first storey of the front elevation
features a single front door, 1 double hung window and a small two pane coloured art
glass window. The building has been cladded with red brick siding on all four elevations.
Double hung windows appear prominent on the west elevation facing Temperance
Street. A second balcony is located on the rear elevation. The property contains a
mature coniferous tree on the front lawn facing Tyler Street. The building’s interior
contains many original elements including a fireplace, wood panelling and staircase.
55 Temperance Street
55 Temperance Street was constructed circa 1870 and can be described as a 1 ½
storey Georgian Confederation Cottage . The building features a side gable roof, which
extends to the rear elevation of the building. The building is cladded with vinyl siding,
which covers the original wood siding underneath. There is a single storey hip-gable
porch facing Temperance Street, which accesses the main entrance. The front elevation
features a single 2 over 2 double hung window. On the south elevation, a single 2 over
2 double hung window is featured under the gable on the second storey. The property
contains a number of mature coniferous and deciduous trees.
57 Temperance Street
57 Temperance Street is described as a 2 storey front gable-roofed residence
constructed circa 1950. The building is cladded with stucco. The front elevation
comprises of one 1 over 1 double hung window on the first storey and two 1 over 1
windows on the second storey. A deck protrudes towards Temperance Street. The
main entrance is accessed from the north face of the building. Irregular shaped windows
are featured on the north elevation.
57A Temperance Street
57A Temperance Street is described as a 1 ½ storey concrete frame structure with a
gabled roof and a large central dormer. The building is cladded with a wood board and
batten siding, which is not original to the home. The front elevation features a triple
window and main entrance. The dormer features two 1 over 1 double hung windows.
The construction date of 57A Temperance is unknown, however upon review of Fire
Insurance Maps dated 1904, a frame building appears to be present. The Owner’s
Heritage Consultant has identified that the frame building was replaced with a concrete
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block auto body shop prior to the 1960 Fire Insurance plan. The auto body shop was
later converted into a residence.
Historical Value
The following is a brief overview of ownership of each of the listed heritage properties
located on the subject lands. For more information, please reference the Heritage
Impact Statement (see Attachment 3).
12 Tyler Street
As previously mentioned, 12 Tyler Street was likely constructed by William Atkinson
between 1870 and 1885. Notable owners of the property include Charles Thom,
blacksmith, who lived in the home from 1888 to 1902. The house was sold to Robert
Reynolds, bank clerk, in 1904. Mr. Reynolds lived in the home from 1904 to 1914 and
continued to own the home until 1921 (the home was rented during this time). The next
owner was Edward Carson, blacksmith, who owned the home from 1921 to 1961. From
1961 to 2014, the home transferred in and out of ownership of the Aurora United
Church. The home currently serves as community space for the United Church.
16 Tyler Street
16 Tyler Street was constructed in 1911. The home was originally owned by Robert
Reynolds, however the first occupant of the home was Henry Reynolds, Robert’s
brother. Henry does not appear to have lived in the home as he died sometime before
1911. Henry’s wife Susie Reynolds indeed lived in the home from 1911 to 1942,
possibly as long as 1953. In 1925, Susie Reynolds married John Locke, who was a
minister at the Aurora United Church. The property remained under the ownership of
the Reynolds family until 1976.
55 Temperance Street
55 Temperance Street was likely constructed in 1870. The property was acquired in
1890 by William J. Anderson, a “w and core maker” (likely at the Fleury foundry).
William Anderson would own the home until 1937, where the home was transferred to
his daughter Rachel K Anderson. By 1953, John Bodfish is identified as living in the
home with his wife. It is likely that Rachel Anderson married John Bodfish as the
ownership name changes to Rachel K Bodfish. John Bodfish worked as an electrician.
Between 1927 and 1960, a rear wing of the building was removed. By 1965 the home
was divided into two dwelling units. The home has since re-merged into one dwelling
unit. After a series of varied ownership, the Aurora United Church purchased the
property in 1996.
57 Temperance Street
In 1947, Edward Carson (owner of 12 Tyler Street), sold a parcel of land to John
Bodfish of 55 Temperance Street for $500. By the time the lot was sold in 1950 to
Carrol and Minnie Taylor, the property sold for $10,000, which suggests that a building
had been constructed by this time. Carol Taylor was identified as an electrician. The
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Taylors would own the home until 1959, where it was transferred to Norman E. and
Shirley Weller as joint tenants.
57A Temperance Street
57A Temperance Street was first identified on the fire insurance maps in 1904. 57A
Temperance was originally described as a frame shed or out-building. By 1960, the
building contained a concrete block foundation and identifies “Central Auto Body” as a
use. The building would continue to function under various commercial uses. The
building appears to have been converted into a residence by 1981, which it remains as
today.
Neighbourhood Context
The subject lands have frontage on Yonge Street, which is connected with the historic
Downtown Core of Aurora. Yonge Street contains a variety of shops, offices and
residential uses. On the west side of the property, the context changes into a residential
setting, containing a number of established historic homes constructed between the
mid-19th and early-20th Centuries. The existing buildings are contextually linked to the
surrounding residential buildings on Temperance Street and Tyler Street.
Archaeology
It must be noted that the Town has received a Stage 1 and Stage 2 Archaeological
Assessment for the subject lands. Findings from the Stage 2 Assessment have
uncovered over 1,500 artifacts on the subject lands. Materials uncovered in the Stage 2
assessment include nails, glass, ceramics, foodware and bricks (see Attachment 6).
Investigation is ongoing to determine whether there are any buried remains from the
former cemetery or any former church structures located at 15186 Yonge Street. A
Stage 3 Archaeological Assessment will be required as part of a future submission.
Proposed Concept Plan
The owner proposes to demolish all four listed properties and construct a two storey
church and a nine storey retirement residence on the property (see Attachment 7). The
applicant has submitted a draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law which are
currently under review by staff. The Owner proposes to amend the Official Plan to allow
an increase in height to a maximum of twenty-eight (28) metres over the entirety of the
subject lands. As the lands are located within the Aurora Promenade, additional
consideration will be given its status within the Official Plan. The following is a table to
compare the existing zone requirements on the subject lands and the proposed
Institutional (I-XX) Exception Zone:
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Existing C2
Commercial
Zone
Requirement
Existing I
Institutional Zone
Requirement
Proposed “I-XX”
Exception Zone
Lot Area
(minimum)
230 m2 460m2 4,643m2
Lot Frontage
(minimum)
10 m 30 m 53.5 m
Front yard
(minimum)
N/A 10 m
0.83 m*
Rear Yard
(minimum)
7.5 m 15 m 2.75 m*
Interior Side yard
(minimum)
N/A ½ the height of the
building and in no
case less than 4.5
m
0.0 m*
Exterior Side
yard (minimum)
N/A 10 m 0.45 m*
Lot Coverage
(maximum)
N/A 35% 38%*
Height
(maximum)
3 storeys (5
storeys with
setback)
28 m 27.97 m
* Denotes exception to the Zoning By-law.
Building Evaluation
The Evaluation Working Group met to perform an objective evaluation of the subject
properties on Tuesday March 21, 2017 and Monday March 27, 2017 (See Attachment
4). 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 16 Tyler Street to score at the high end of Group 2, suggesting
that the property is “significant, worthy of preservation”. The Evaluation found 12 Tyler
Street and 55 Temperance Street to score at the low end of Group 2, suggesting that
the property is “significant, worthy of preservation”. The Evaluation found 57
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Temperance Street and 57A Temperance Street to score in Group 3, suggesting that
the property is “moderately significant, worthy of documentation and preservation as
part of a historic grouping”.
According to the Heritage Evaluation Guide for buildings rated 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.
The Heritage Evaluation Guide also provides the following for buildings rated within
Group 3:
• The designation of the building pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act may be
supported with an approved restoration plan, but would not necessarily be
initiated by the Town unless part of a historic grouping such as an intact
streetscape;
• Retention of the building on site is supported, particularly if part of a historic
streetscape; and
• If the building is to be demolished, a photographic record, measured drawings
and/or salvage of significant architectural elements may be required.
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 of 12 Tyler
Street to be 46.3/100, 55 Temperance Street to be 47/100, 57 Temperance Street to be
43.4/100 and 57A Temperance Street to be 28/100. The Evaluation working group
found the final weighted score of 16 Tyler Street to be 68.9/100.
Designation of 16 Tyler Street
The submitted Heritage Impact Statement has provided the following statement of
cultural heritage value or interest for 16 Tyler Street:
The house is a good representative example of early 20th century residential design
and, on its corner location, helps establish, and contributes to, the character of adjacent
streetscapes.
Heritage Attributes
• Vernacular interpretations of the Edwardian Architectural Style;
• Contextual value as a local landmark; and
• Massing and details of the façade
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As part of the Evaluation Working Group, 16 Tyler Street received a
Historical/Associative score of 67/100, an Architectural score of 80/100 and a
Contextual/Environmental score of 61/100. The building has been identified by the
Heritage Consultant to meet two of the three criteria (Design/ Physical Value and
Contextual Value) to be considered for designation under Part IV of the Ontario
Heritage Act.
Architectural Salvage
A site visit of the subject lands occurred on Wednesday March 22, 2017. The site visit
identified a number of items which could be salvaged as part of the Aurora Architectural
Salvage Program. A series of items considered for salvage are identified below:
12 Tyler Street:
• Front Door
• Original windows
16 Tyler Street:
• Front Door
• Side Door
• Interior Doors and trim
• Original windows and storm
windows
• Coloured art glass window
• Interior Wood Staircase
• Pantry
• Original Floor Boards
• Red Brick (where possible)
55 Temperance Street
• Original windows
57A Temperance Street
• Dormer windows
There are no items to be considered for salvage at 57 Temperance Street. It must be
noted that the Owners have also proposed to salvage original elements from 16 Tyler
Street to be incorporated into a common room within the proposed retirement
residence.
Impact Assessment
The Owner’s Heritage Consultant has identified in the Heritage Impact Statement, three
options for the future of the subject lands. Option 1 is to preserve 55 Temperance, 57
Temperance, 12 Tyler and 16 Tyler with the removal of 57A Temperance and the
construction of a new church/ retirement residence. Option 2 is to preserve 16 Tyler
(with a conversion into a residence or office use) and demolish 12 Tyler, 55
Temperance (with the option of relocation), 57 Temperance and 57A Temperance to
accommodate a new church/ retirement residence. Finally, Option 3 is to removal all
five structures for the creation of the proposed church/ retirement residence. The
Heritage Consultant has identified Option 2 as the preferred approach, however if that is
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not possible, Option 3 is recommended along with mitigation measures described in the
assessment.
Design Review Panel
On March 31, 2017, the Design Review Panel has provided preliminary comments with
respect to the Architectural Design of the new church and retirement home. The Panel’s
comments are as follows:
• Remove the false façade at the north east corner of the proposed building
• Remove the traffic access to Yonge Street
• There is too much glass material on the façade of the church building, the Panel
emphasized a need for balance to achieve modern architecture yet is in keeping
with the heritage character of the Historic Downtown of Aurora. The panel
suggested incorporating pillars of stone in between the glass.
• Concern with respect to the overall massing of the building, especially towards
Temperance Street
• Questions pertaining to how stormwater management will be achieved (ie.
infiltration)
The Design Review Panel will provide further comments upon receipt of a Site Plan
Application The Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan
applications will also be peer-reviewed by the Planning Partnership, the Town’s Urban
Design consultant for the Aurora Promenade. A comprehensive review of building
materials, size and massing occur when a Site Plan application is submitted.
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.HAC17-010
Subject: Revised Submission Heritage Permit Application
36 Mark Street
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: April 10, 2017
Recommendation
1.That Report No. HAC17-010 be received; and
2.That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a)That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-02 be approved to
permit the construction of two (2) detached structures, subject to the
following conditions:
i.That the final building elevations are subject to approval of
Planning Staff
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to provide Council with direction from the Heritage Advisory
Committee regarding Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-02 regarding a
proposed demolition of an existing structure and the construction of a new detached
dwelling and accessory structure located at 36 Mark Street, designated under Part V of
the Ontario Heritage Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation
District.
•The existing house was recommended for demolition from the Heritage Advisory
Committee on March 6, 2017
•The proposed new dwellings have demonstrated greater conformity with the
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District Plan
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Background
On March 6 2017, the Heritage Advisory Committee received a proposal from the
owners of 36 Mark Street with respect to the removal an existing designated, non-listed
structure and the construction two new detached buildings. The following
recommendation was provided by the Heritage Advisory Committee
1 That Report No. HAC17-005 be received; and
2 That the Heritage Advisory Committee recommend to Council:
a. That Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-02 be approved for the
demolition of the existing structure; and
b. That the Owner submit revised elevations that demonstrate greater
conformity with the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District
Plan; and,
c. That the revised plans be reviewed by the Heritage Advisory Committee at
a future meeting.
Location
The subject property is located on the north side of Mark Street, at the northwest corner
of Mark Street and Spruce Street (See Attachment 1). The property is a Designated,
non-listed property on the Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or
Interest, located within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.
Analysis
Neighbourhood Context
The property is located within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.
The existing building is contextually linked to the residential buildings on the south side
of Mark Street, as they appear to have been constructed in the same era. Existing
heritage buildings on Mark Street are located further west towards Yonge Street and are
not adjacent to the subject lands. The existing building is not considered an important
component to the heritage character of the District.
Non-Heritage Buildings within the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation
District Plan
The demolition of non-heritage buildings is identified in Section 4.4.3 of the District Plan,
which states that generally, where non-heritage buildings are supportive of the
character of the heritage conservation district, the placement building should also
support the district character.
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Revised Concept Plan
The owner wishes to demolish the designated, non-listed property and construct two
new single detached homes on the property. A severance application will be required to
sever the lands into two properties. The owner has provided revised elevations for the
proposed buildings after receiving comments from Staff and the Heritage Advisory
Committee on March 6, 2017 (see Attachment # 3).
Section 4.5.1 of the District Plan outlines the design approach for new buildings within
the Heritage Conservation District.
Design Approach: The Design of new buildings will be products of their own time, but
should reflect one of the historic architectural styles traditionally found in the District
The proposed design reflects an Edwardian architectural style, this style is supported
along Mark Street. The owner has taken suggestions from staff and the Heritage
Advisory Committee to incorporate additional Edwardian stylistic elements including 2
over 2 double hung windows on all elevations.
Design Approach: New residential buildings will complement the immediate physical
context and streetscape by: being generally the same height, width, and orientation of
adjacent buildings; having similar setbacks; being of like materials and colours; and
using similarly proportioned windows, doors, and roof shapes.
The proposed design reflects an Edwardian architectural style, incorporating brick. The
owner has revised the building materials to be in keeping with the District Plan. The
windows, doors and front porch require minor revisions to be in keeping with Edwardian
architecture.
Design Approach: New residential building construction will respect natural landforms,
drainage, and existing mature vegetation.
The owner is proposing to maintain the existing mature trees and hedgerows on the
property. One mature tree facing Mark Street will be removed.
Design Approach: The height of new residential buildings should not be less than lowest
heritage building on the same block or higher than the highest heritage building on the
same block. Historically appropriate heights for new residential buildings are considered
to be 1-½ to 2-½ storeys, subject to an actual height limit of 9 metres to the mid-slope of
the roof.
The owner has reduced the height of both structures. The proposed buildings are
measured at 2 storeys and 9.5 metres and 9.0 metres in height respectively. Both
homes have equal visual height as viewed from the street, however due to the grade
changes, 36A technically exceeds the 9 metre height limit.
Section 9.1.2.1 of the District Plan speaks to traditional spacing and driveway
placement of buildings. It is a guideline of the district “To preserve traditional spacing of
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buildings, new garages for new or existing houses shall be separate rear or flankage
outbuildings”.
The owners have proposed an attached garage, for each proposed building. The owner
has cited that topography issues prevent the ability of placing a detached garage for
each home. The attached garage is not in keeping with the policies of the District Plan.
The owner has staggered the garages for 36A.
Section 9.1.2.2 of the District Plan speaks to rear yard spacing and amenity area. This
section of the plan includes important building depth provisions to control overall
massing of structures. The maximum building depth for a two storey structure is 16.76
metres.
The proposed building depth for 36A is 16.1 metres. The proposed building depth for
36B is 16.8 metres. 36B exceeds the building depth provisions by 4 centimetres,
therefore is considered to be in keeping with this provision.
The District Plan also requests, where feasible and reasonable, to include “an inset of a
minimum of 0.3m (1ft) from the side yard and that the roof be set down a minimum of
0.3 metres (1ft) beyond the (building) depth of 12 metres (39’3’’).”
Lot 36A appears to be in keeping with this guideline, as the building indents
approximately 2 metres on the west side of the building. Lot 36B continues to not meet
this guideline and will be required to adjust the rear building height and massing
accordingly.
Design Approach: New residential building construction in the District will conform with
the guidelines found in Section 9.5.2.
The proposed building meets the setbacks of By-law 2213-78. The front yard setback of
lots 36A and 36B will be consistent with adjacent properties to the west. The owner is
keeping the existing mature trees and hedgerows on the property.
There are no proposed changes to the siting specifications for the building which were
indicated in HAC17-005.
Design Review Panel
The application was reviewed by the Design Review Panel on March 31, 2017. The
Design Review Panel acknowledges the improvements to the design of both proposed
homes. The Panel has requested the following changes to the design of the homes:
• Buildings appear tall, despite the average finished grade
• Adjust the proportion of the Double Hung windows to reflect traditional window
design (currently too thin)
• Install a new window on the 2nd floor, south east corner of unit 36B
• Increase the size of the dormers
• Reduce the roofline beyond 12 metres of building depth
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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.Deny Heritage Permit Application NE-HCD-HPA-17-02.
Conclusions
The existing home at 36 Mark Street is not considered a contributing property within the
District. Staff recommend that the Heritage Advisory Committee approve the
architectural designs for two new homes located at 36 Mark Street. Staff will work with
the owner to revise any outstanding design matters.
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Town of Aurora
Heritage Advisory Committee Report No.HAC17-004
Subject: Heritage Permits Approved Under Delegated Authority
Prepared by: Jeff Healey, Planner
Department: Planning and Building Services
Date: April 10, 2017
Recommendation
1.That Report No. HAC17-004 be received for information.
Executive Summary
The purpose of this report is to present to the Heritage Advisory Committee Heritage
Permit Applications that were approved by the Director of Planning and Building
Services under the By-law 5365-11 (being a By-law to delegate certain assigned
Council authority under the Ontario Heritage Act regarding the power to consent to
alterations of designated heritage properties).
Background
Address: 158 Carisbrooke Circle (14425 Bayview Avenue)
Approval: Heritage Permit Application - IV-HPA-15-05
Description: New cladding arrangement of Heritage House
Review: The Allen Brown House located at 158 Carisbrooke Circle was built c.
1860. The subject property is listed on the Aurora Register of Properties of
Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. Designation under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act occurred on August 14, 2007. The owner submitted
Heritage Permit Application IV-HPA-15-05 on July 31, 2015, a notice of
receipt was issued in accordance to the Act requirements. The owner
submitted drawings for the preservation of the original heritage home and
construction of a compatible rear addition and garage. The design was
based from the original design approved by the Heritage Advisory
Committee in 2012.
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Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on August 7, 2015 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
Address: 44 Fleury Street
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – NE-HCD-HPA-16-02
Description: Restoration of Existing Front Porch, Re-posting of masonry
Review: 44 Fleury Street is described as a Edwardian/Foursquare House
constructed circa 1913 The subject property was designated in 2006
under Part V of the Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District. The owner proposed to restore the existing front
porch and re-post masonry columns due to structural concerns. The porch
was to be restored to match the existing porch design.
Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on April 26, 2016 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
Address: 15342 Yonge Street
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – NE-HCD-HPA-16-04
Description: Proposed Rear Staircase and Sunroofs
Review: The Horton Place, located at 15342 Yonge Street is described as an
Italianate home was built c. 1875. The subject property is listed on the
Aurora Register of Properties of Cultural Heritage Value or Interest.
Designation under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act occurred on June 25
1987. Furthermore, the subject property was designated in 2006 under
Part V of the Act as part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage
Conservation District. The owner submitted Heritage Permit Application
IV-HPA-15-04 on June 17, 2015, a notice of receipt was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements. The sunroofs are proposed to be
located on the historic rear addition, facing south.
Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style of the home.
The sunroofs are not considered to be visible from the street due to the
existing mature vegetation and steep grade. The application was
approved on May 25, 2016 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
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Address: 40 Maple Street
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – NE-HCD-HPA-16-05
Description: Window Replacement
Review: 40 Maple Street was built circa 1927 and can be described as a two and a
half storey, Foursquare House with an off-set front gable roof. The subject
property was designated in 2006 under Part V of the Act as part of the
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. An existing window
was located at the east elevation, facing Spruce Street. The window to be
removed was not in keeping with the Heritage District Plan, the proposed
window is a double-hung window to match the windows on the existing
home.
Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on July 7, 2016 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
Address: 31 Catherine Avenue
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – NE-HCD-HPA-16-07
Description: New window- west elevation
Review: The Reynolds House located at 31 Catherine Avenue was built c. 1886,
designed in an Ell-shaped Gothic Revival architectural style. The subject
property was designated in 2006 under Part V of the Act as part of the
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. The location of the
window is located on the west elevation at the north-west corner of the
structure. The removed bricks have been retained by the owner for future
use.
Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on September 16, 2016 and a notice of consent was issued
in accordance to the Act requirements.
Address: 31 Catherine Avenue
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – NE-HCD-HPA-17-03
Description: Removal of existing vents front and side elevations and replacement with
new windows, new sunroof.
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Review: The Reynolds House located at 31 Catherine Avenue was built c. 1886,
designed in an Ell-shaped Gothic Revival architectural style. The subject
property was designated in 2006 under Part V of the Act as part of the
Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District.
Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on February 16, 2017 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
Address: 15213 Yonge Street
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – IV-HPA-17-05
Description: Clock Tower Roof replacement
Review: The Old Post Office located at 15213 Yonge Street t was built in 1915.
The subject property is listed on the Aurora Register of Properties of
Cultural Heritage Value or Interest. Designation under Part IV of the
Ontario Heritage Act occurred on July 28, 1993. The owner requested the
removal of the existing metal roof on the bell tower and replace with a new
metal roof. The new roof will replicate the colour and design of the original
roof.The owner submitted Heritage Permit Application IV-HPA-17-05 on
February 17, 2015, a notice of receipt was issued in accordance to the Act
requirements.
Status: The application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on February 24, 2017 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
Address: 62 Centre Street
Approval: Heritage Permit Application – NE-HCD-HPA-16-07
Description: Demolition of Existing Garage- Proposed New Garage
Review: The owner of 62 Centre Street submitted Heritage permit NE-HCD-HPA-
16-07 was received by the Town on February 24th 2017. The owner
proposed to remove the existing 20m2 accessory structure and construct a
17.5 m2 accessory structure. The existing accessory structure can be
described as a 1 storey brick structure with a hipped roof. The proposed
structure is described as a 1 storey wood frame structure, finished with
wood clapboard siding.
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Status: The subject property was designated in 2006 under Part V of the Act as
part of the Northeast Old Aurora Heritage Conservation District. The
application was reviewed by Planning Staff and was determined that
proposed alterations are in keeping with the heritage style. The application
was approved on March 16, 2017 and a notice of consent was issued in
accordance to the Act requirements.
Analysis
None
Design Review Panel
Not required.
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 above Heritage Permit Applications were approved by Planning Staff according to
By-law 5365-11, being a By-law to delegate certain assigned Council authority under
the Ontario Heritage Act regarding the power to consent to alterations of designated
heritage properties. The delegated authority contributes to achieving excellence in
managing and delivering quality services in an efficient and expeditious manner.
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Memorandum
Date: April 10, 2017
To: Heritage Advisory Committee
From: Jeff Healey, Planner
Copy: Marco Ramunno, Director of Planning and Building Services
Re: Closing Historic Schools – CHOnews Article
Recommendations
1. That the memorandum regarding Closing Historic Schools – CHO News Article
be received for information.
Background
The attached article on Closing Historic Schools featured in CHOnews dated Winter 2017
features examples of historic schools which have been saved or demolished since their
closure. The article looks at possible strategies for municipalities through tools such as the
Official Plan to address future school closures and the new potential uses associated with
a school site. Furthermore, protection measures should be implemented if a school is
considered significant under the Ontario Heritage Act.
Attachments
Attachment 1 – Closing Historic Schools, by Michael Seaman, CHOnews, dated Winter
2017
100 John West Way
Box 1000
Aurora, Ontario
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Phone: 905-727-3123 ext. 4349
Email:jhealey@aurora.ca
www.aurora.ca
Town of Aurora
Planning and Building Services
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5. Consent Agenda
Moved by Councillor Thompson
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
That the following Consent Agenda items be approved:
C8. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2017
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of February 13, 2017,
be received for information.
C9. Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of March 6, 2017
1. That the Heritage Advisory Committee meeting minutes of March 6, 2017, be
received for information.
Carried
5. Consideration of Items Requiring Discussion (Regular Agenda)
R2. Summary of Committee Recommendations Report No. 2017-02
Moved by Councillor Abel
Seconded by Councillor Pirri
1. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report respecting the
Canada 150 Ad Hoc Committee Meeting Minutes of March 1, 2017, be
approved, including the amended recommendation under Delegation (e) Jamie
MacDonald, Music Aurora, Re: Canada 150 Music Festival, which now reads
“That staff be directed to work with Music Aurora and report back to the Canada
150 Ad Hoc Committee.”; and
2. That the Committee recommendations contained within this report respecting the
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of February 13, 2017, and March
6, 2017, be approved.
Carried
Extract from
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Public Release
April 10, 2017
Town of Aurora
Additional Items to
Heritage Advisory Committee
Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 10, 2017
7 p.m., Holland Room
Delegation (b) Jacob Stewart, Owner
Re: Item 1 – HAC17-007 – Heritage Permit Application, 31 Catherine Avenue,
File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-07
Delegation (c) Sarah Millar, Carl Bray, Bob Murphy, representing Aurora
United Church and Southbound Developments Limited
Re: Item 3 – HAC17 -009 – Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law
Amendment Applications, Aurora United Church, 15186 Yonge
Street, 12 and 16 Tyler Street, 55, 57 and 57A Temperance
Street, Files: OPA-2016-05, ZBA-2016-13
Delegation (d) Sasan Saadat, Owner
Re: Item 4 – HAC17 -010 – Revised Submission Heritage Permit Application,
36 Mark Street, File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
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April 10th, 2017
HAC17-010 – Heritage Permit Application 36 Mark Street File: NE-HCD-HPA-17-02
Sasan Saadat
Answer any possible question(s) regarding the proposed application
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Jeff Healey April 4th, 2017
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Additional Items to
Heritage Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 10, 2017
Delegation (d)
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