Planning and Environment Committee

Comité de l’urbanisme et de l’environnement

Minutes 16 / Procès-verbal 16

Tuesday, 11 September 2007, 9:30 a.m.

le mardi 11 septembre 2007, 9 h 30

Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West

Salle Champlain, 110, avenue Laurier ouest

Present / Présent : Councillor / Conseiller P. Hume (Chair / Président)

Councillor / Conseillère P. Feltmate (Vice-Chair / Vice-présidente)

Councillors / Conseillers M. Bellemare, S. Desroches, C. Doucet,
J. Harder, D. Holmes, G. Hunter, B. Monette, S. Qadri

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

DÉCLARATIONS D’INTÉRÊT

No declarations of interest were filed.

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Ratification dU procÈs-verbaL

Minutes 15 of the Planning and Environment Committee meeting of Tuesday, 28 August 2007 were confirmed.

STATEMENT REQUIRED UNDER THE PLANNING ACT

Chair Peter Hume read a statement required under the Planning Act, which advises that anyone who intends to appeal the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment listed as Item 2 on today’s agenda 3must either voice their objections at this public meeting or submit their comments in writing prior to the amendment being adopted by City Council on 26 September 2007. Failure to do so may result in the Ontario Municipal Board dismissing all or part of the appeals.

PUBLIC WORKS AND SERVICES

TRAVAUX PUBLics

INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES

SERVICES D’INFRASTRUCTURE

1. Britannia Village – Ottawa river flood protection Revised Petition

VILLAGE DE BRITANNIA – PÉTITION MODIFIÉE CONCERNANT LA LUTTE CONTRE LES INONDATIONS DE LA RIVIÈRE DES OUTAOUAIS

ACS2007-PWS-INF-0007 BAY/BAIE (7)

Wayne Newell, Director of Infrastructure Services provided a Power Point presentation, which is on file with the City Clerk. Bruce Reed, Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA), accompanied him.

The following written correspondence was received:

· Email in opposition from Jane and Konrad Lewinski, dated September 7, 2007.

· Email from George and Marilyn Fox (on behalf of Concerned Britannia Residents), dated 6 September, seeking deferral of the matter.

· Email in opposition from Wayne Harper dated August 17, 2007.

· Petition in support from the Britannia Village Community Association dated September 6 to 10, 2007.

The Committee heard from the following delegations.

Omid McDonald spoke in opposition, specifically objecting to the change of process from a local improvement to a special services levy, which changes the require support from two thirds to 50 percent plus one. He suggested the lower threshold is divisive and inadequate. Mr. McDonald also noted that staff is preparing a report to Committee and Council on the whole issue of special services and local improvement levies. He urged the Committee to defer this matter until that report is presented.

Peter Duncan spoke in support of the proposal, noting that the costs are reasonable to protect the safety and property of residents.

Sheila Burpee Duncan also spoke in favour of the recommendation as the issue and solutions have been studied. She recalled the flooding faced by Winnipeg when she resided in that City. Ms. Burpee Duncan indicated there was no need to delay and expressed confidence with the work undertaken by the City and the RVCA.

Wendy Hough-Eyamie, President, Britannia Village Community Association read from a written statement, which is held on file with the City Clerk. Ms. Hough-Eyamie spoke in support and presented petitions in that regard. She reviewed the process and asked Committee and Council to move forward with the flood protection measures to protect the well-being and property of residents.

In response to questions from Councillor Hunter, Ms. Hough-Eyamie and Councillor Cullen confirmed that the City does undertake sandbagging each spring in the area and barriers are also installed. She also noted that new homes have been constructed and have followed all the requirements imposed by the RVCA and the City.

Simon Fuller indicated that his entire property (2781 Rowe Street) has been flood proofed due to work undertaken at the owner’s expense. He asked to be removed from the benefiting area as his property is already protected. He also argued that he represents a disproportionate share of the assessment value.

Mr. Reed stated that the benefiting area is determined by assessing whether access to Rowatt Street would be guaranteed through the flood protection measures.

In response to a question from Councillor Cullen, Tim Marc, Senior Legal Counsel, Legal Services explained that Council has the authority to determine which properties are within the benefiting area. Chair Hume also added that Council could proceed with such a project without any requirement for support from the affected residents.

Mr. Newell added that even if only a portion of the site is within the floodplain, the entire property is assessed for the purposes of the benefiting area.

Councillor Hunter questioned the fairness of determining the benefiting area through the use of mapping, as conditions and properties have been subject to changes and new development. Mr. Reed agreed that the process should look at the current situation on the ground in order to refine the benefiting area.

Councillor Hunter suggested that if work has been done previously at the owner’s expense that improved flood proofing in the area, these property owners should be entitled to some sort of credit for new works. Mr. Marc noted that no such provision exists under Section 326. Councillor Hunter suggested the rules of fairness should apply.

John Riordan spoke in support and asked Committee to move ahead with the proposed flood protection measures.

Jonathan Morris also supported the recommendation noting flood issues have been on-going for decades. He urged Committee to proceed forthwith, noting the benefits of doing so (health, property protection, development rights). Mr. Morris noted that the property value of homes in a floodplain is higher. He added that the costs to implement flood protection measures was minimal compared to the cost related to a 100-year flood.

Christine Bailey expressed her support, noting she has experienced flooding twice in 1991 and 2003.

Jane Agnew spoke in opposition. She referenced the change from a local improvement to a special services levy. She has invested important sums to ensure her property is adequately flood proofed. Ms. Agnew objected to the berm as it would significantly impact her yard and reduce the property value. She suggested the City investigate other measures, such as a portable berm. She also suggested many mature trees would be negatively impacted or destroyed with the construction of the berm. In closing, she requested that the matter be deferred.

Responding to questions from Councillor Hunter, Ms. Agnew noted that her property is raised and stands at the required 60.8 feet. Mr. Reed noted that the berm, when detail design and construction are complete, would vary in width and height depending on existing grading.

Councillor Harder asked staff to clarify, prior to Council consideration, how or if a property owner can receive a credit or be excluded from the benefiting area.

Rick Domokos, Sunset Point Home Association, provided a detailed submission in opposition, which is held on file with the City Clerk. Speaking on behalf of other concerned residents, he asked that Committee defer this item. He spoke to issues on the process and stated it would be prejudicial to proceed now as staff is preparing a report on special services levies. Mr. Domokos also suggested the City should pay for 100 percent of the work. He also asked for a new community vote and changes to the assessed benefiting property formula.

Mr. Reed clarified that even if the flood protection measures do proceed, it will not impact or change the rules to be enforced by the RVCA with regard to development. Projects will be able to proceed if it is deemed that safe access is provided in the event of a 100-year flood.

Matilda Hahn, a member of the Community Association, spoke in support. She stated that she is not in the benefiting area but volunteered to be. She spoke to the benefits of proceeding with the work for all residents in the area. She suggested the cost is reasonable and touched on the many meetings organized by the Community Association and Councillor Cullen to inform residents and move this issue forward.

Councillor Cullen endorsed the measures proposed by the RVCA and City staff. He noted he has worked on this issue since 2004 with many meetings and studies. He reiterated the crux of the issue, which is that the measures provide for safety and access to 97 homes, 57 of which have signed a petition in support. He also indicated that the berm would protect the City’s only route to the Britannia Filtration Plant, an important piece of City infrastructure. He also noted that the City would cover 50 percent of the cost and any overruns. The Councillor touched on the spring sandbagging efforts to protect the community and urged Committee to proceed.

Responding to a question from Vice-Chair Feltmate, Mr. Marc noted that the City bears no liability should the process not proceed after receiving 57 expressions of support from those affected property owners.

Councillor Desroches wondered if property owners would benefit through insurance coverage. Mr. Newell indicated that the issue has not been researched but a potential might exist. Mr. Marc stated that flood insurance is not available in Canada.

Councillor Monette spoke in support of the departmental recommendation. He objected to providing credits, noting the complexity of determining who would be eligible and who would not.

Councillor Holmes stated that it is a mistake to allow for residential development in floodplains. She suggested not allowing this in the future and expressed support for the proposed measures.

Councillor Hunter asked questions of staff with respect to Mr. Fuller’s property and the work undertaken to flood proof. Staff also confirmed that private property easements would be negotiated once detailed design work is underway. Mr. Reed also clarified that the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources would be involved but did not anticipate considerable involvement from the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

Councillor Hunter expressed concern with the City picking up the tab for any cost overruns. He also suggested that Mr. Fuller’s property should be excluded from the benefiting area. Councillor Cullen clarified that Council previously approved the cost sharing and that the City would be responsible for costs associated with overruns. The ward councillor also suggested that the RVCA and affected property owner should sort out any disputes with regard to the benefiting area.

Councillor Doucet spoke against development in floodplains, speaking to the biodiversity and beauty of the natural environment. He suggested that in future it must be protected and stated that he would be voting in support of the recommendation.

Chair Hume congratulated Councillor Cullen on his approach to this issue by using innovative mechanisms to allow for the municipality to resolve this long-standing issue.

Mr. Newell confirmed that $450,000 is earmarked for this project. He is confident that the project can be accomplished within existing monies. He confirmed that staff would return to Committee and Council if overruns exceeded the authority.

Councillor Hunter moved the following amendments. Councillor Holmes spoke in opposition.

Moved by G. Hunter:

That the Planning and Environment Committee and Council approve an amendment to the departmental recommendation to make the approval conditional subject to more detailed study of the work and information on the total cost of the project.

LOST

YEAS (1): G. Hunter

NAYS (9): M. Bellemare, S. Desroches, C. Doucet, J. Harder, D. Holmes, B. Monette, S. Qadri, P. Feltmate, P. Hume

Moved by G. Hunter:

That Planning and Environment Committee and Council approve that the property on the North side of Rowe Street (2781) be excluded from the benefiting area.

LOST

YEAS (1): G. Hunter

NAYS (9): M. Bellemare, S. Desroches, C. Doucet, J. Harder, D. Holmes, B. Monette, S. Qadri, P. Feltmate, P. Hume

That Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve the implementation of the proposed Ottawa River 100-year flood protection measures in Britannia Village, as identified in the June 2006 report ACS2006-PWS-INF-0005, based on the revised petition of interest having received support from at least 50%+ 1 of the owners of non-City properties within the flood plain limits defined by the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority.

CARRIED

PLanning, TranSIT and thE EnVIRONMENT

urbanisme, transport en commun et environNement

PLANNING BRANCH

APPROBATION DES DEMANDES D’URBANISME

2. ZONING - 199 AND 200 KENNEVALE DRIVE, 155 PREM CIRCLE, 755 COBBLE HILL DRIVE, 300, 309 AND 350 MOFFATT POND COURT AND 674 LIMERIDGE CIRCLE

ZONAGE - 199 ET 200, PROMENADE KENNEVALE, 155, CERCLE PREM, 755, PROMENADE COBBLE HILL, 300, 309 ET 350, COUR MOFFATT POND ET 674, CERCLE LIMERIDGE

ACS2007-PTE-APR-0155 Barrhaven (3)

The following written correspondence was received by the Committee Coordinator and is held on file with the City Clerk:

· Andrea Steenbakkers, Executive Director, Barrhaven BIA, dated 10 September 2007.

· Bill Holzman, dated 10 September 2007

Moved by Vice-Chair Feltmate:

That the meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee move In Camera pursuant to Section 13(1) f) of the Procedure By-law to receive advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose.

CARRIED

The meeting resumed in open session with Vice-Chair Feltmate in the Chair.

Karen Currie, Manager of Development Approvals East/South and Dhaneshwar Neermul, Planner provided an overview of the report and history of the file through a PowerPoint presentation, which is held on file with the City Clerk.

In response to questions from Councillors Harder, Desroches and Hunter, Mr. Neermul confirmed the following:

· Staff is recommending approval by order of the Ontario Municipal Board. Planning staff stands by their original position on the Official Plan Amendment.

· The proposed zoning would allow for a mix of residential types.

· A local transit route only serves the site.

· The departmental recommendation to reject the Official Plan amendment was carried on consent and the applicant did not attend or speak to the application.

· The Market Study undertaken by DCR Phoenix was only presented at the Ontario Municipal Board.

Paul Knowlton, Corporate Research Group Ltd discussed a retail market survey his firm undertook on behalf of the Barrhaven Business Improvement Area. He advised that the study did not look at this site in particular, but rather focussed on the area as a whole examining size, spending potential, as well as retail types present and needed. He noted that Barrhaven’s population would nearly double by 2011. Retail investment has mushroomed by 500% since the early nineteen nineties. Barrhaven’s population represents 6% of the population and 5% of retail space. Retail types that are required are service-type industries, office, automotive and other retail services. He noted that supermarkets are well represented with six active full service supermarkets. He explained that supermarket opportunities are limited for the next 5 years.

In response to questions from Councillor Harder, Mr. Knowlton confirmed that his study covers all of Barrhaven in comparison to the market study commissioned by the applicant, which did not include the area north of Strandherd. It is also more recent, completed in February 2007.

Chair Hume resumed the Chair for the remainder of the meeting.

Gerry Clarke, whose family has farmed and owned land in the area for generations, spoke to planning initiatives dating back to the former City of Nepean. He noted that planning for Barrhaven and South Nepean began in the nineteen nineties and focussed on creating a vibrant and economically viable town centre. He stated this proposal diverts from longstanding planning for the area and is too close to the town centre, which will be impacted. He asked that Committee reject the proposal.

Councillor Harder thanked Mr. Clarke for his participation in planning for growth for this area, noting his family’s long history with Barrhaven and Nepean, dating back to settlement in 1839.

Responding to questions from Councillor Hunter, Mr. Clarke noted that bad planning decisions have been made in the past. He warned Committee not to do so in this instance as approval would weaken the town centre, the central planning feature for the area. He suggested that planning decisions must not be made in piece meal fashion.

Janet Bradley, on behalf of the applicant referred to the Ontario Municipal Board decision and noted that under the Planning Act, zoning must conform to the Official Plan. She suggested this proposal is good planning for the following reasons:

1. The Barrhaven Town Centre is vibrant and economically viable and does not require special protection at this time.

2. South Nepean is growing rapidly and residents require other facilities closer to home.

3. When secondary planning occurred in 1999, it was decided that although a town centre would act as the retail node, other smaller neighbourhood shopping centres, such as small grocery stores, would be located throughout the community to cater to residents. The Business Park is not likely to be serviced or developed until 2012.

4. Strandherd has the capacity to accommodate a commercial zoning at this location and provides good access as a major arterial.

5. Most people who live in this community take the 416 to go to work and this site will allow them to access shopping close to home. She cited the OMB decision: “the subject site is excellent for a shopping centre to serve primarily the daily and weekly needs of the surrounding residential area.”

Ms. Bradley noted that allowing this zoning makes good planning sense and is not necessarily popular. She suggested that the question of land use has already been heard and ruled on by the OMB. She went further noting that an appeal could be construed as an abuse of the Board’s process.

In response to a question from Councillor Hunter with respect to finding some middle ground and compromise, Ms. Bradley stated that she believes that efforts in that regard are always useful. She added that the proposed grocery store would be 20,000 square feet in comparison to the current Loblaws store of 100,000 square feet.

Councillor Harder questioned whether the store could be expanded later should it be constructed. Ms. Bradley confirmed that a 60,000 square foot is allowed under the requested zoning.

Steven Hollett, a resident of the new development at Cedarview and Strandherd, spoke in support of the proposal, suggesting that it is much needed by the community. He noted residents could walk to the stores. He stated that the nearest grocery store is three kilometres away and the closest service station is at Fallowfield and Moodie. He suggested making good use of Strandherd Drive and noted that the grocery store has nowhere to grow.

Councillor Harder commented that two gas stations are easily accessible at Jockvale/Strandherd and Fallowfield/Strandherd. She suggested that many residents who purchased near by are outraged as they were not aware that a commercial plaza would be constructed. Mr. Neermul confirmed that complaints were received in that regard.

Andy Haydon clarified that he was speaking on his own behalf and not in his role as advisor to Mayor O’Brien. He recalled secondary planning for the area as former Mayor and Reeve of Nepean and Chair of the Region of Ottawa-Carleton. He spoke of the importance of creating town centres as nodes for business with access to transportation systems. With respect to Standherd Drive, he suggested that it would act as the de facto ring road once the Strandherd/Armstrong Bridge is built by linking the 417 and 416. He suggested that the number of access points on Strandherd should be limited to allow for good flow of traffic. He suggested that Strandherd should not become like Merivale Road.

Councillor Harder read from a written submission raising the following arguments in opposition to the zoning application:

· The Official Plan amendment was not supported by staff and was rejected by Committee and Council on consent. Planning staff stands by their opposition to commercial uses in the area and are only recommending approval because of the previous OMB decision.

· The Committee should reject the application to preserve the integrity of community planning for Barrhaven, including the Barrhaven Town Centre.

· The Business Park will act as a gateway to the City of Ottawa from the 416. Uses and zoning have been carefully planned and must be followed.

· The market study commissioned by the Barrhaven BIA showed saturation for supermarkets and grocery stores.

· Delegated authority has been lifted for the Site Plan Control application and intersection work.

· The market study commissioned by the applicant was limited in scope by examining a small area.

· The community and residents are opposed to this applicant as evidenced by the many telephone calls and emails received.

Councillor Harder tabled the following written correspondence from constituents in opposition:

· Chris Fleming, 30 August 2007

· Michael Bremer, 4 September 2007

· K. Buck, 4 September 2007

· Peter Buffam, 4 September 2007

· Suzanne Cloutier and Greg Kenney and family, 4 September 2007

· Paul and Jane Drummond, 4 September 2007

· Jim and Debra Fraser, 4 September 2007

· Sheryl Germann, President, Havenlea Chapman Mills Community Association, 4 September 2007

· Marie Hogg, 4 September 2007

· Jane Knickle, 4 September 2007

· Ivan Mounitsyn, 4 September 2007

· John Mullin, 4 September 2007

· Siobhan Mullin, 4 September 2007

· Cathy Neville-Hunseler, 4 September 2007

· Michel Pedneault, 4 September 2007

· Wayde Reeleder, 4 September 2007

· Ross Stephen, 4 September 2007

· Ken Storen, 4 September 2007

· Rik and Karen Thiessen, 4 September 2007

· Jenny Arena and Tim Mombourquette, 5 September 2007

· J-F Bergeron, 5 September 2007

· Shawna Blanchard, 5 September 2007

· Jennifer Brabbs, 5 September 2007

· Lynn Conger, 5 September 2007

· Donna Craig, 5 September 2007

· Jeff Deavy, 5 September 2007

· Anne Delmage, 5 September 2007

· Angelo Dicerni, 5 September 2007

· Larry and Connie Drew, 5 September 2007

· Steve Durrant, 5 September 2007

· Malcolm and Jennifer Eales, 5 September 2007

· Michael Gibb, 5 September 2007

· Stewart Harris, 5 September 2007

· Brian Marshall, 5 September 2007

· Gregory and Sharon Mech, 5 September 2007

· Christopher and Jennifer Leger, 5 September 2007

· Dave and Lorna Morreau, 5 September 2007

· John Narraway, 5 September 2007

· Mary Oosterholt-Pilon, 5 September 2007

· Debbie Pinder, 5 September 2007

· Gabie Rex, 4 September 2007

· Paul Simon, Heidi Duhaime, 5 September 2007

· Gary and Gisela Smith, 5 September 2007

· Nici Sullivan, 5 September 2007

· Barry VanDyk, 5 September 2007

· Nick VanKessel, 5 September 2007

· Tina Woolford-Shaw, Michael Shaw and Family, 5 September 2007

· Virginia Balfour, 6 September 2007

· Caroline Baskerville and Stephen Best, 6 September 2007

· Dave and Angie Burchell, 5 September 2007

· Cathy Burden, 6 September 2007

· Kim Gilmour, 6 September 2007

· Elizabeth Gojkovic, 6 September 2007

· Donna and Tom Hope, 6 September 2007

· Marc Lavoie, 6 September 2007

· Denis Leduc, 6 September 2007

· Eric Leduc, 6 September 2007

· Teresa Mckenny, 6 September 2007

· Joanne Pritchard, 6 September 2007

· Michael Venasse, 6 September 2007

· Kristine Wallace, 6 September 2007

· Bill Armitage, President Stonebridge Community Association, 7 September 2007

· Denice Crampton, 7 September 2007

· Josh and Amanda Fournier, 7 September 2007

· Melanie, Tony, Megan and Sarah Genereaux, 7 September 2007

· Paulo Lengler, 7 September 2007

· Debbie Moss, 7 September 2007

· Sheila Revells, 7 September 2007

· Heather and Eustace Roberts, 7 September 2007

· Tina Lee, 8 September 2007

· Randy Wilson, 8 September 2007

· Lina Evraire, 9 September 2007

· Donald R. Halpenny, Cedarhill Community Association, 9 September 2007

· Lynden and Maline Hillier, 9 September 2007

· Brian Jay, 9 September 2007

· Tim Korosi, 9 September 2007

· Karen and Al MacKey, 9 September 2007

· Ross and Marilyn McShane, 9 September 2007

· Donna and Gino Pereira, 9 September 2007

· Esther Sangalli, 9 September 2007

· John Tyson, President, Orchard Estates Community Association, 9 September 2007

· Ken Wong, 9 September 2007

· Kim Cleevely and Adam Asiri, MD Management, 10 September 2007

· James Gilliland, President and Nancy Davis, Vice President, West Barrhaven Community Association, 10 September 2007

· Julie Gant, 10 September 2007

· Chris J. Hughes, President and Chief Executive Officer, Vangent Canada Ltd., 10 September 2007

· Linda Magnes, 10 September 2007

· Jill R. Montsion, 10 September 2007

· Colleen Olive, 10 September 2007

· Gail Sargent, 10 September 2007

· Nancy Albota, 11 September 2007

· Rob Boyd, 11 September 2007

· Julie and Kevin Crosby, 11 September 2007

· J. Getty, 11 September 2007

· Sherryl Fitzpatrick, 12 September 2007

· Barry Gregory, 11 September 2007

· Elena Harder, 11 September 2007

· Allan Johnston, 11 September 2007

· Brad Wright, 11 September 2007

Councillor Harder also referenced the following documents:

· Barrhaven South Community Design Plan, dated September 2006, Publication #3-13

· South Nepean Town Centre Community Design Plan, July 2006, Publication #03-14

Chair Hume referenced the proposed guidelines for greenfield development, noting that this plan does not meet the goals of enhancing streetscape views, building close to the street with façades oriented to the street. Ms. Currie noted that these are Site Plan Control issues and the one submitted by the applicant does not meet these objectives.

In response to questions from Councillor Holmes, Mr. Neermul confirmed that Strandherd was planned as a gateway to the City of Ottawa and development in the area should meet high design standards. Tim Marc, Senior Legal Counsel, Legal Services noted that if a developer is not willing to implement Council policy, whether an Official Plan or design guidelines, they can always appeal to the OMB. He stated that Council is entitled to bring design guidelines forward and hope that they will be implemented.

In response to further questions from Chair Hume, Mr. Marc confirmed that under new powers in the Planning Act, a municipality could impose urban design elements through the Site Plan Control process. With respect to zoning, Mr. Marc stated that Committee and Council could implement certain design elements for instance by imposing a zero front setback in order to orient development toward the street.

At Councillor Holmes request and Chair Hume’s direction, Legal Services and Planning staff will prepare a report or memorandum on how urban design guidelines can be implemented through the zoning process and Site Plan Control. John Moser, Director of the Planning Branch and City Planner added that planners use approved guidelines everyday in their work. He suggested staff have a role to play to meet these objectives, as do proponents. He stated this issue could be investigated further within the Comprehensive New Zoning By-law.

In response to comments made by Councillor Doucet with regard to the proliferation of strip malls and road widening, Ms. Currie noted that some corridors are protected but pressure continues to allow development. She stated that from a professional perspective strong diligence must be exercised to protect the integrity of original community planning for the area.

Councillors Holmes, Hunter and Harder reiterated their objection to the requested zoning.

Moved by J. Harder:

That the Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council, in order to implement an Ontario Municipal Board decision, reject an amendment to the former Nepean Zoning By-law to change the zoning of 199 and 200 Kennevale Drive, 155 Prem Circle, 755 Cobble Hill Drive, 300, 309 and 350 Moffatt Pond Court and 674 Limeridge Circle from Residential Mixed Unit - RMU Zone to Community Commercial Exception - CC Block (XX) Zone and Commercial Automotive Exception - CA1 Block (XX) Zone as detailed in Document 2 and as shown in Document 1.

CARRIED

YEAS (10): M. Bellemare, S. Desroches, C. Doucet, J. Harder, D. Holmes, G. Hunter, B. Monette, S. Qadri, P. Feltmate, P. Hume

NAYS (0):

3. Urban Design Guidelines for Greenfield Neighbourhoods and Transit-Oriented Developments Guidelines

LIGNES DIRECTRICES SUR L'AMÉNAGEMENT URBAIN DES NOUVEAUX QUARTIERS ET LIGNES DIRECTRICES SUR L'AMÉNAGEMENT AXÉ SUR LE TRANSPORT EN COMMUN

ACS2007-PTE-POL-0053 City-wide

Councillor Doucet touched on comments submitted by the Ottawa Forests and Greenspace Advisory Committee asking for the addition of “kiss and rides” to all park and rides and major transit stations. Colin Simpson, Planner, Transportation and Infrastructure Planning noted that this element is covered under the City’s own policy for transit stations. He explained that the Transit-Oriented Developments Guidelines pertain to private property development.

Nancy Schepers, Deputy City Manager added that both policies would apply in the case of joint private/public projects.

Councillor Hunter commended Mr. Simpson and Nelson Edwards, Planner, Community Planning and Design on their work, noting implementation will depend on putting aside ward politics. He referenced Centrepointe as a good urban design example of greenfield development.

That Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council:

1. Approve the Urban Design Guidelines for Greenfield Neighbourhoods;

2. Approve the Transit-Oriented Development Guidelines.

CARRIED

4. new growth projections for 2006-2031: DRAFT REPORT FOR PUBLIC CONSULTATION

RAPPORT SUR LES NOUVELLES PROJECTIONS DE CROISSANCE POUR 2006-2031: Rapport préliminaire AUX FINS DE CONSULTATIONS publiques

ACS2007-PTE-POL-0054 City-Wide

Moved by Vice-Chair P. Feltmate:

That the Planning and Environment Committee defer this matter to the next meeting.

CARRIED

That the Planning and Environment Committee receive this report for information purposes.

DEFERRED

September 25, 2007

LOCAL ARCHITECTURAL CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

COMITÉ CONSULTATIF SUR LA CONSERVATION

DE L’ARCHITECTURE LOCALE

5. Application for new construction in the centretown heritage conservation district at 390 bank street

DEMANDE VISANT UNE NOUVELLE CONSTRUCTION DANS LE DISTRICT DE CONSERVATION DU PATRIMOINE DU CENTRE-VILLE, AU 390 DE LA RUE BANK

ACS2007-PTE-APR-0146 SOMERSET (14)

Councillor Doucet spoke in support of the proposed new construction, noting that this type of development should be encouraged. He spoke highly of the building’s articulation and setting back of upper stories, which allows for sunlight and a positive impact on the area.

Gerry LePage, Bank Street Business Improvement Area was present in support of the recommendations.

LACAC RECOMMENDATIONS

That the Local Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee recommend that Planning and Environment Committee recommend that Council:

1. Approve the demolition of the existing one storey building at 390 Bank Street.

2. Approve the construction of a new building in accordance with the plans submitted by Dennis Kane, ARC Associates, as received on July 31, 2007 and included as Documents 2-5.

3. Delegate approval of any subsequent design changes of a minor nature to the Director of the Planning Branch.

CARRIED

BUILDING SERVICES

services du bÂtiment

6. SIGN BY-LAW MINOR VARIANCE - 2075 MONTREAL ROAD

DÉROGATION MINEURE AU RÈGLEMENT SUR LES ENSEIGNES –

2075, CHEMIN MONTRÉAL

ACS2007-PTE-BLD-0012 Beacon Hill-Cyrville (11)

That Planning and Environment Committee recommend Council approve the application to vary Section 103 of Sign By-law 2005-439 to permit an illuminated identification ground sign to be located with a height of 6.4 metres, instead of 4.5 metres, to be situated at 2075 Montreal Road.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

LEVÉE DE LA SÉANCE

The meeting adjourned at 1:25 p.m.

Original signed by Original signed by

Robert Tremblay Chair P. Hume

Committee Coordinator Chair