The Chair requested staff to advise on the manner of giving notice for the proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments and Draft Plan of Subdivision. He also asked staff to briefly describe the proposal and summarize the correspondence, if any, received to date.
Mr. Walker confirmed that the required notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act and circulated to each owner of land within 120 metres, and that two signs were posted on the subject property. He summarized the application, explaining that it proposes to permit a mixed use residential and commercial plan of subdivision consisting of between 845 to 1,035 residential units total. The proposed future development of the subject land includes low and medium density residential development (singles, semis, townhouse and ‘multiple attached’ units); general commercial uses; institutional uses (a school); and open space properties (parks, stormwater management facilities, and natural corridors); serviced by a number of new municipal roads, shown on a conceptual Master Plan. Upon further review, consistency with the Provincial Policy Statement, conformity to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and the respective Official Plans should be achieved by the applications. Mr. Walker summarized the comments received to date, as detailed in his report, noting that subsequent to the writing of the report additional comments were received from the following individuals:
- Ashley Yearwood;
- Ana Mena;
- Leslie and Mark Fallaise;
- Jenn Kilborn;
- Don Holbrook;
- Rob MacPherson;
- Karen K.;
- Carl Ekin;
- Donna Campbell and Paul Hill;
- Jim D.;
- Kyle Dubourdieu;
- Carl Winski;
- Cindy Baldree;
- Joe and Maureen McColl;
- Verna Curtin;
- Moti Tahiliani;
- Deanne Preece;
- Bill Charlton;
- Ivan and Tara Reynolds; and
- Laura Fisher.
Mr. Walker noted that all of the above comments related to opposition to the proposed vehicular connections between the subdivision, and David Drive and Richard Avenue, and confirmed that the comments have been received and heard. Staff are recommending that the application be referred back to staff for further review and processing until such time as all City, agency and public comments and concerns have been addressed.
The Chair inquired if the applicant wished to speak to the application.
Jeff Solly of Tribute (Lindsay 1) Ltd. thanked Mr. Walker for his presentation, and noted that since he had already provided an overview of both applications in Item 3.2, he would make himself available for any questions at this time.
The Chair inquired if anyone wished to speak to the application.
Leslie Fallaise spoke in opposition to vehicular connections of David Drive and Richard Avenue to the Tribute subdivision, stating that a connection could damage the heritage attributes of the quiet, close-knit neighbourhood. She proposed foot and bike paths to allow connections to schools and trails. Further, she noted that should the connections proceed, that a pause on the final connection be implemented until 95% of the build out of the subdivision is complete, and an additional traffic study could be completed for further public review.
Donna Campbell spoke in opposition to vehicular connections of David Drive and Richard Avenue to the Tribute subdivision, stating that there are many alternative connections proposed, and that there didn't need to be so many. She proposed walkway connections similar to proposals brought forward by the previous developer, and invited the developers to meet with the community.
Paul Hill spoke in opposition to vehicular connections of David Drive and Richard Avenue to the Tribute subdivision, stating that these streets do not need exits. He also addressed issues of dust and noise from nearby developments, and recommended that Tribute make a philanthropic outreach to the community.
Joe and Maureen McColl spoke in opposition to vehicular connections of David Drive and Richard Avenue to the Tribute subdivision, stating that there are 8 proposed street connections with two being within 100m, and that David Drive and Richard Avenue current condition are less than acceptable for the connections. Overall, they wanted to emphasize their traffic safety concerns.
No other persons spoke to the application.
The Chair permitted Mr. Solly to respond to the comments brought forward today, and Mr. Solly confirmed that they have heard the message from everyone today.
The Public Meeting concluded at 2:49pm.