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MINUTES - Public Planning - 20130327 TOWN OF AURORA SPECIAL COUNCIL – PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING MINUTES Council Chambers Aurora Town Hall Wednesday, March 27, 2013 ATTENDANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS Mayor Dawe in the Chair; Councillors Abel (arrived 7:02 p.m.), Gaertner, Gallo, Pirri, and Thompson MEMBERS ABSENT Councillors Ballard, Buck, and Humfryes OTHER ATTENDEES Director of Planning and Development Services, Manager Development Planning, Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk, Director of Planning and Development Services, Planner, and Council/Committee Secretary Mayor Dawe called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. II APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT the agenda as circulated by the Customer and Legislative Services Department be approved. CARRIED III PLANNING APPLICATIONS Mayor Dawe outlined the procedures that would be followed in the conduct of the public meeting. The Deputy Clerk confirmed that the appropriate notice had been given and that signs had been posted on the subject properties in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Planning Act. The Director of Planning and Development Services introduced the Town Planner and noted that staff has been working diligently with the developers on both of these proposals. Planning Staff Marty Rokos, Planner, advised on the proposed developments by Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. and Luvian Homes (Aurora) Ltd. that encompass two plans of Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Page 2 of 5 subdivision with a total of 63 single detached lots, 10 residential part lots, a future development block, and two open space blocks. He noted that the owner of Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. is proposing a Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By- law Amendment to allow for the development of 33 single detached lots, 10 future residential blocks, a future use block, and an open space block. He noted that the draft plan includes the extension of Van Allen Way as well as a new municipal road to connect with the abutting proposed subdivision. Mr. Rokos explained that the owner is also proposing that the lands be rezoned form Rural (RU) to Detached Dwelling Second Density Residential (R2-XX) Exception Zone and Environmental Protection (EP) Zone, however, he noted that clarification is required with respect to zoning for Block 44. Mr. Rokos advised that for the Luvian Homes (Aurora) Inc. property development, the owner is proposing a Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By- law Amendment which would allow for the development of 30 single detached dwellings, and an open space block with a municipal road to connect with the abutting subdivision. He noted that the owner is also proposing to rezone the lands from Rural (RU) to Detached Dwelling Second Density Residential Holding (H)(R2-XX) Exception Zone, as well as rezoning Block 33 to an Environmental Protection (EP) Zone. He indicated that the Luvian Homes (Aurora) Inc. development is dependent upon approval of the Edenbrook (Aurora) Ltd. applications, and that matters that have been identified through the review process will need to be addressed by the applicants before the reports go forward for Council’s consideration. Mr. Rokos advised that the Planning staff will continue to work with the applicants to finalize all of the outstanding matters and comments received from the public before comprehensive reports with recommendations and options are presented to Council at a future General Committee meeting. 1. PL13-017 – Draft Plan of Subdivision, File D12-06-12 Zoning By-law Amendment, File D14-15-12 Edenbrooke (Aurora) Inc. Applicant/Agent Murray Evans, Planning Consultant for Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc., advised that the proposed development would complete this component of the area with compatible property design and zoning to match and integrate with the surrounding community. He noted that one-third of the property is planned open space and will be conveyed to the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority as environmentally protected land. Mr. Evans indicated that extensive environmental work has been completed and that Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. will be working with Town staff and the Developers’ Group to ensure that all concerns and issues are addressed. Public Comments Paul Styles, resident of 19 Field’s Court, expressed concern regarding increased traffic in front of the area school, as well as the route construction vehicles will be using. Gino Sagrafena, resident of 22 Van Allen Way, advised that this area has been under construction for an extended period of time with construction vehicles along Van Allen Way. He advised of garbage issues in the proposed development area, and wanted to know a time frame for the completion of this project. Sharmilee Patel, resident of 31 Van Allen Way, noted that there is a deep ditch behind her home and inquired if this would be filled in the near future. Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Page 3 of 5 Faraz Chaudrey, resident of 54 Cosford Street, raised concerns regarding the destruction of existing trees, and requested that as many trees as possible are left standing. Suzanne Perdeaux, resident of 27 Hill Drive, asked for consideration and protection for the environmental features particularly the trees and green space. Applicant/Agent Mr. Evans responded to the above-noted concerns and advised that they will all be considered and addressed as the development progresses. He indicated that an alternative route for construction traffic could be investigated with Town staff. Mr. Evans noted that one-third of the property is planned as protected open space and that a tree planting program or compensation to the Town will be implemented or utilized. He advised that all comments will be considered and that all provincial, regional, and municipal requirements will be met. Mr. Murray noted that Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. is eager to commence with the development and will progress as quickly as possible. Main Motion Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT report PL13-017 for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. Files: D12-06-12 and D14-15-12 be received; and THAT comments presented at the Public Planning Meeting be addressed by the Planning and Development Services Department in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future General Committee Meeting. Amendment Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT comments presented at the Public Planning Meeting be addressed by the Planning and Development Services Department in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future Public Planning Meeting. CARRIED Main Motion as Amended Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Councillor Pirri THAT report PL13-017 for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. Files: D12-06-12 and D14-15-12 be received; and THAT comments presented at the Public Planning Meeting be addressed by the Planning and Development Services Department in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future Public Planning Meeting. CARRIED 2. PL13-018 – Draft Plan of Subdivision, File D12-04-12 Zoning By-law Amendment, File D14-12-12 Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Page 4 of 5 Applicant/Agent Rob Russell, Planning Consultant for Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited, noted that the summaries provided by Town staff and Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc., covered many of the aspects of the proposed development as they are similar in nature. He advised that this development is dependent on approval of the Edenbrook (Aurora) Inc. proposal as the Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited development is land-locked. Mr. Russell advised on lots sizes and that any potential traffic concerns cannot be addressed by Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited as they have no control with respect to how they will be addressed. He noted that they have completed a natural heritage study. Public Comments Faraz Chaudrey, resident of 54 Cosgrove Street, noted that the proposed lot sizes seem smaller and he indicated that a tree replacement program does not maintain the nature of the community and requested that the developer look at retaining the larger trees along the lot line. Gino Sagrafena, resident of 22 inquired about the lot sizes and noted that the mail-out he received did not show this detail. Applicant/Agent Mr. Russell responded that the lot sizes are similar to surrounding lot sizes however, different in shape. He advised on the ecological aspect of tree retention as opposed to tree replacement but noted that Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited would address any issues as required. Main Motion Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT report PL13-018 for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited Files: D12-04- 12 and D14-12-12 be received; and THAT comments presented at the Public Planning Meeting be addressed by the Planning and Development Services Department in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future General Committee Meeting. Amendment Moved by Councillor Gallo Seconded by Councillor Gaertner THAT comments presented at the Public Planning Meeting be addressed by the Planning and Development Services Department in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future Public Planning Meeting. CARRIED Motion as Amended Moved by Councillor Thompson Seconded by Councillor Abel THAT report PL13-018 for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment applications by Luvian Homes (Aurora) Limited Files: D12-04- 12 and D14-12-12 be received; and Special Council – Public Planning Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Page 5 of 5 THAT comments presented at the Public Planning Meeting be addressed by the Planning and Development Services Department in a comprehensive report outlining recommendations and options at a future Public Planning Meeting. CARRIED IV READING OF BY-LAW Moved by Councillor Pirri Seconded by Councillor Gallo THAT the following confirming by-law be given first, second, and third readings and enacted: 5498-13 BEING A BY-LAW to Confirm Actions by Council Resulting from Special Council – Public Planning meeting on March 27, 2013 CARRIED V ADJOURNMENT Moved by Councillor Abel Seconded by Councillor Thompson THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:32 p.m. CARRIED GEOFFREY DAWE, MAYOR CINDY JANZEN, DEPUTY CLERK THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL – PUBLIC PLANNING MEETING OF MARCH 27, 2013 RECEIVED FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON APRIL 9, 2013.