Planning and Housing Committee

Minutes

Meeting #:

11

Date:

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Time:

9:30 A.m. - 3:30 P.m.

Location:

Champlain Room, 110 Laurier Avenue West, and by electronic participation

Present:

• Chair: Councillor Jeff Leiper, 
• Vice-chair: Councillor Glen Gower, 
• Councillor Riley Brockington, 
• Councillor Cathy Curry, 
• Councillor Laine Johnson, 
• Councillor Theresa Kavanagh, 
• Councillor Clarke Kelly, 
• Councillor Catherine Kitts, 
• Councillor Wilson Lo, 
• Councillor Tim Tierney, 
• and Councillor Ariel Troster 

Absent:

• Councillor Laura Dudas 

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1.

Notices and meeting information for meeting participants and the public

Notices and meeting information are attached to the agenda and minutes, including: availability of simultaneous interpretation and accessibility accommodations; in camera meeting procedures; information items not subject to discussion; personal information disclaimer for correspondents and public speakers; notices regarding minutes; and remote participation details.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available, upon request.

Except where otherwise indicated, reports requiring Council consideration will be presented to Council on June 28, 2023 in Planning and Housing Committee Report 11.

The deadline to register by phone to speak, or submit written comments or visual presentations is 4 pm on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, and the deadline to register to speak by email is 8:30 am on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

The Chair read the following statement at the outset of the meeting pursuant to the Planning Act:

This is a public meeting to consider the proposed Comprehensive Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments listed as Item(s) 4.2 and 4.4 - 4.8 on today’s Agenda.

For the item just mentioned, only those who make oral submissions today or written submissions before the amendments are adopted may appeal the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal. In addition, the applicant may appeal the matter to the Ontario Land Tribunal if Council does not adopt an amendment within 90 days of receipt of the application for a Zoning By-law Amendment and 120 days for an Official Plan Amendment.

To submit written comments on these amendments, prior to their consideration by City Council on June 28, 2023, please email or call the Committee or Council Coordinator.

2.

Declarations of Interest

2.1

L. Johnson - Applications to alter 233 Argyle Avenue and 330 McLeod Street, properties designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act

2.2

L. Johnson - Zoning By-Law Amendment – 233 Argyle Avenue and 330 McLeod Street

2.3

L. Johnson - Zoning By-law Amendment - 15 and 17 des Oblats Avenue

3.

Confirmation of Minutes

3.1

PHC Minutes 10 – Wednesday, June 7, 2023

• Carried

4.

Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development Department

4.1

Applications to alter 233 Argyle Avenue and 330 McLeod Street, properties designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act

ACS2023-PRE-RHU-0024 - Somerset (14) 

• L. Johnson declared a conflict on this item.

The Committee considered items 4.1 and 4.2 concurrently.

Councillor Johnson declared interest on Item 4.1 and 4.2 and did not participate in discussions or vote.

The following Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development Department were present and available to respond to questions:

• Andrew McCreight, Manager Development Review – Central
• Greg MacPherson, Planner II, Heritage Planning Branch
• Erik Forhan, Planner II

The Applicant/Owner as represented by Lisa Dalla Rosa, Fotenn, were present and responded to questions.

Following discussion on this item, the Committee carried the report recommendations as presented.

• Report Recommendation(s)

  That the Planning and Housing Committee recommend that Council:

  1. Approve the application to alter 233 Argyle Avenue according to plans prepared by Woodman Architect and Associates Limited, dated October 18, 2022, conditional upon:
     1. The applicant providing final details of conservation and restoration work to be undertaken at 233 Argyle Avenue for approval by Heritage Staff prior to the issuance of a building permit
  2. Approve the application to alter 330 McLeod Street according to plans prepared by Woodman Architect and Associates Limited, dated December 15, 2022;
  3. Delegate the authority for minor design changes to the General Manager, Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development Department;
  4. Approve the issuance of the heritage permits for each application with a two-year expiry date from the date of issuance unless otherwise extended by Council.
  Carried

4.2

Zoning By-Law Amendment – 233 Argyle Avenue and 330 McLeod Street

ACS2023-PRE-PS-0032 - Somerset (14)

• L. Johnson declared a conflict on this item.

The Committee considered items 4.1 and 4.2 concurrently.

Councillor Johnson declared interest on Item 4.1 and 4.2 and did not participate in discussions or vote.

• Report Recommendation(s)

  1. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 233 Argyle Avenue, as shown in Document 1, to permit a three-storey residential addition to an existing office (heritage) building, with site-specific zoning provisions, as detailed in Document 2.
  2. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 330 McLeod Street, as shown in Document 1, to permit a four-storey addition to an existing rooming house, with site-specific zoning provisions, as detailed in Document 2.
  3. That Planning and Housing Committee approve the Consultation Details Section of this report be included as part of the ‘brief explanation’ in the Summary of Written and Oral Public Submissions, to be prepared by the Office of the City Clerk and submitted to Council in the report titled, “Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023 subject to submissions received between the publication of this report and the time of Council’s decision.
  Carried

4.3

Request for Development Charge Credit Transfer - Nokia Canada Inc.

ACS2023-PRE-EDP-0028 - Kanata North (4)

• Report Recommendation(s)

  That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve a development charge credit transfer between two adjoining properties for the demolition of an existing building at 600 March Road and the construction of a replacement building at 540 March Road.  

  Carried

4.4

Zoning By-law Amendment – Part of 3265 Jockvale Road

ACS2023-PRE-PS-0073 - Barrhaven West (3)

The Applicants, as represented Paul Black, Fotenn and Carl Furney, Minto were present in support, and available to answer questions. The Applicants advised that they did not need to address the Committee if the item carried.

The Committee carried the report recommendations as presented.

• Report Recommendation(s)

  1. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for part of 3265 Jockvale Road, as shown in Document 1, to permit a planned unit development comprised of 604 stacked dwelling units, as detailed in Document 2.
  2. That Planning and Housing Committee approve the Consultation Details Section of this report be included as part of the ‘brief explanation’ in the Summary of Written and Oral Public Submissions, to be prepared by the Office of the City Clerk and submitted to Council in the report titled, “Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023” subject to submissions received between the publication of this report and the time of Council’s decision.
  Carried

4.5

Zoning By-law Amendment - 15 and 17 des Oblats Avenue

ACS2023-PRE-PS-0074 - Capital (17)

• L. Johnson declared a conflict on this item.

Councillor Johnson declared interest on this item and did not participate in discussions or vote.

John Bernier, Planner II, Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development (PRED), presented an overview of the report recommendations and answered questions from the Committee.  Andrew McCreight, Manager Development Review – Central was also present and responded to questions.  A copy of the slide presentation is filed with the Office of the City Clerk.

The Applicant/Owner as represented by Patricia Warren and Lisa Dalla Rosa, Fotenn, provided an overview of the Application and responded to questions from Committee.  A copy of the slide presentation is filed with the Office of the City Clerk.

Also present to respond to questions were the following:

• Vimal Lad, Forum 
• Andrew Harte, CGH Transportation 
• Bob Woodman Woodman Architects 
• Juan Gomez, Woodman Architects

The Committee heard from the following delegations:

• Adriana Beaman expressed concerns with no parking available for future residents, the development being a poor fit within the city’s existing plans and the inappropriate design of the addition and categorization of the fifth floor amenity space.  
• Ron Rose, Old Ottawa East Community Association, although pleased with the development offering semi affordable housing, repurposing a building in the community and providing a mid-block connection, there are significant concerns with the density of the development, residential parking and the location of the amenity space.
• James McPhee noted it is somewhat unrealistic to develop a building offering no parking spaces to tenants when residents will have cars which will add to the current traffic and on street parking issues in the area.

The following written submissions were received by, and are filed with, the Office of the City Clerk, and distributed to Committee Members:

• Email dated June 11, 2023 from Scott Rousseu
• Email dated June 12, 2023 from Donna Walsh

S. Menard, Ward Councillor for the area, was present and participated in the discussion and questions of the delegation and Staff.

Following discussion on this item, the Committee carried the report recommendations as presented.

• Report Recommendation(s)

  1. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 15 and 17 des Oblats Avenue as shown in Document 1, to permit the adaptive re-use of a former convent building into a residential use building, with a four-storey addition on the northwest side of the property, as detailed in Document 2.
  2. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve the Consultation Details Section of this report be included as part of the ‘brief explanation’ in the Summary of Written and Oral Public Submissions, to be prepared by the Office of the City Clerk and submitted to Council in the report titled, “Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023, subject to submissions received between the publication of this report and the time of Council’s decision.

  Carried with Councillor C. Kelly dissenting.

  Carried

4.6

Zoning By-law Amendment - 211 Armstrong Street

ACS2023-PRE-PS-0077 - Kitchissippi (15)

Andrew McCreight, Manager Development Review - Central, Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development, was present and responded to questions from Committee.

The Applicant/Owner as represented by Jack Billen and Erik Brien-Wright from Lion Trade Ltd, were present and responded to questions from Committee.

The Committee heard from the following delegation:

• Cheryl Parrott, Hintonburg Community Association (HCA) commended the applicant and planner for responding to comments from the HCA, although expressed disappointment that the applicant is unwilling to increase bicycle parking given there is limited parking in the area. Bicycle parking should be increased to one space per unit with indoor protected parking available as well.

The following written submissions were received by, and are filed with, the Office of the City Clerk, and distributed to Committee Members:

• Email dated June 20, 2023 from Linda Hoad

Following discussions and questions of staff the Committee carried the report recommendations as presented.

• Report recommendation(s)

  1. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 211 Armstrong Street, as shown in Document 1, to permit a three-storey low-rise residential apartment building containing 12 dwelling units as detailed in Document 2.
  2. That Planning and Housing Committee approve the Consultation Details Section of this report be included as part of the ‘brief explanation’ in the Summary of Written and Oral Public Submissions, to be prepared by the Office of the City Clerk and submitted to Council in the report titled, “Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023” subject to submissions received between the publication of this report and the time of Council’s decision.
  Carried

4.7

Zoning By-law Amendment - 2420 Don Reid Drive 

ACS2023-PRE-PS-0082 - Gloucester-Southgate (10)

• Report Recommendation(s)

  1. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 2420 Don Reid Drive, as shown in Document 1, to permit a pharmacy, as detailed in Document 2.
  2. That Planning and Housing Committee approve the Consultation Details Section of this report be included as part of the ‘brief explanation’ in the Summary of Written and Oral Public Submissions, to be prepared by the Office of the City Clerk and submitted to Council in the report titled, “Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023,” subject to submissions received between the publication of this report and the time of Council’s decision.
  Carried

4.8

Zoning By-law Amendment - 1125 & 1149 Cyrville Road

ACS2023-PRE-PS-0088 - Beacon Hill-Cyrville (11)

The Applicant, as Peter Hume, HPUrban, was present in support, and available to answer questions. The Applicants advised that they did not need to address the Committee if the item carried.

The Committee carried the report recommendations as amended.

• Report Recommendation(s)

  1. That Planning and Housing Committee recommend Council approve an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 1125 and 1149 Cyrville Road, as shown in Document 1, to permit a mid-rise and a high-rise residential use building, containing a total of 366 dwelling units as detailed in Document 2.
  2. That Planning and Housing  Committee approve the Consultation Details Section of this report be included as part of the ‘brief explanation’ in the Summary of Written and Oral Public Submissions, to be prepared by the Office of the City Clerk and submitted to Council in the report titled, “Summary of Oral and Written Public Submissions for Items Subject to the Planning Act ‘Explanation Requirements’ at the City Council Meeting of June 28, 2023” subject to submissions received between the publication of this report and the time of Council’s decision.
  Carried as amended
• Amendment:
  Motion No. PHC 2023-11-01

  WHEREAS report ACS2023-PRE-PS-0088 seeks approval of an amendment to Zoning By-law 2008-250 for 1125 and 1149 Cyrville Road, to permit a mid-rise and a high-rise residential use building, containing a total of 366 dwelling units; and 
  WHEREAS a technical amendment is required to correct one error in Document 2 of the report. 

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that, with respect to report ACS2023-PRE-PS-0088 Planning and Housing Committee, amend Document 2 by:

  • Document 2: 
    • Replace 2(c)(i) – Over 6 storeys, the setback: 12 metres with Over 6 storeys, the western setback: 7.0 metres
    • Replace 2(c)(ii) – Minimum setback from the western-most lot lines: 7.0 metres with Maximum Building Height: 61 metres
    • Remove 2(c)(iii) – Maximum building height: 20 storeys

  AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that pursuant to subsection 34(17) of the Planning Act, no further notice be given.

   

  Carried (11 to 0)

5.

In Camera Items

There were no in camera items.

6.

Motions of Which Notice has been Previously Given

6.1

Motion – Official Plan Amendment - 3809 Borrisokane Rd

ACS2023-OCC-CCS-0086 - Barrhaven West (3) 

• WHEREAS, the New Official Plan designates the lands at 3809 Borrisokane Rd as Industrial and Logistics; and

  WHEREAS these lands have direct access to municipal services; and

  WHEREAS Barrhaven and rural South Ottawa would significantly benefit from additional economic activity should the exclusion lands begin development; and,

  WHEREAS it is important to create economic development opportunities, especially ones that are within walking and biking distance of residents;

  WHEREAS the New Official Plan includes item 5.6.2.1 (10)prescribes these lands be included in the CDP for the residential expansion lands to the south, and that the development of these lands can not proceed until the the CDP and associated studies  have been approved; and,

  WHEREAS Staff have identified that future development of these lands may be influenced by the need for watermain looping or enhanced infiltration of Stormwater

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council staff be directed to initiate an Official Plan Amendment to amend 5.6.2.1(10) to enable development to proceed on 3809 Borrisokane Rd in advance of the CDP for the residential expansion lands to the south, and to ensure that adequate measures are taken to protect for watermain looping and enhanced stormwater infiltration.

  Withdrawn

7.

Notices of Motions (For Consideration at Subsequent Meeting)

7.1

Motion - Miracle League and Jays Care Field Ground Sign

Moved by Councillor Kitts.

• Motion No. PHC 2023-11-02

  That the following motion be added for consideration as an additional item at the June 21, 2023 meeting of Planning and Housing Committee, pursuant to Subsection 89 (3) of the Procedure By-law.

  WHEREAS The Miracle League of Ottawa is proposing the installation of an additional ground sign, at Notre-Dame-des-Champs Park, 3659 Navan Road; and

  WHEREAS The Miracle League of Ottawa is a registered non-profit charity helping very special dreams come true by providing a facility in partnership with the City of Ottawa that meets the unique needs of players either on the baseball field or playground; and

  WHEREAS on July 8, 2015, City Council approved that the baseball field at Notre-Dame-des-Champs Park be named the Jays Care Field in recognition of a funding contribution from the Jays Care Foundation towards the development of the project; and 

  WHEREAS The Miracle League of Ottawa, the Jays Care Foundation and the City of Ottawa have signed a Naming Rights Agreement dated June 18, 2015, and have agreed that the baseball field shall be exclusively named the Jays Care Field for the term of the agreement ending on December 31, 2030; and 

  WHEREAS the proposed sign will provide much needed identification of the Jays Care Field and wayfinding for the facility; and

  WHEREAS The Miracle League has received a donation for fabrication and installation of the proposed signage; and

  WHERAS the proposed signage does not comply with the Permanent Signs on Private Property By-law; and 

  WHERAS it is recommended to allow this request beyond the general application process for minor variances found in the delegation of authority provisions By-law 2016-326

  WHEREAS Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department and Planning, Real Estate and Economic Development staff do not object to the application; and 

  THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT committee recommends that council approve an exemption to Sections 114 and 121 Table 1A, of the Permanent Signs on Private Property By-law (2016-326), as amended, to allow:

  1. The installation of an additional identification ground sign within 30 m of an existing ground sign on the same premises and on the same street frontage; and
  2. Permit a combined sign face area of the two ground signs beyond the maximum allowable 5m2, but not exceeding 7.35m2.

   

8.

Inquiries

There were no Inquiries.

9.

Other Business

There was no other business.

10.

Adjournment

Next Meeting

Wednesday, July 5, 2023.

The meeting adjourned at 12:00 p.m.