Planning and Strategic Initiatives

Committee Minutes

Monday, October 30, 2023 at 2:30 P.m. - 10:00 P.m.

Council Chambers - Hybrid

City of Kitchener

200 King Street W, Kitchener, ON N2G 4G7

Present:

• Mayor B. Vrbanovic
• Councillor S. Davey
• Councillor D. Schnider
• Councillor J. Deneault
• Councillor C. Michaud
• Councillor A. Owodunni
• Councillor P. Singh
• Councillor B. Ioannidis
• Councillor M. Johnston
• Councillor D. Chapman
• Councillor A. Clancy

Staff:

• D. Chapman, Chief Administrative Officer
• M. May, General Manager, Community Services and Deputy Chief Administrator
• V. Raab, General Manager, Corporate Services
• J. Readman, General Manager, Development Services
• J. Lautenbach, Chief Financial Officer, Financial Services
• D. McGoldrick, General Manager, Infrastructure Services
• R. Bustamante, Director, Planning
• B. Cronkite, Director, Transportation Services
• G. Stevenson, Manager, Development Review
• N. Goss, Manager, Policy & Research
• T. Seyler, Senior Planner
• C. Dumart, Senior Planner
• J. Zunic, Senior Planner
• J. Vieira, Heritage Planner
• C. Mussleman, Senior Environmental Planner
• R. Chowdhury, Co-op Student Planner
• D. Saunderson, Deputy Clerk
• M. Blake, Committee Administrator
• M. Mills, Committee Administrator

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1.

MEETING PART ONE - 2:50 p.m. - 4:40 p.m.

2.

Commencement

The Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee held a meeting this date commencing at 2:50 p.m.

3.

Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof

3.1

Councillor A. Owodunni - Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434

Councillor A. Owodunni declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434 as he teaches at Conestoga College, an institution located on land being considered in the Lower Doon Land Use Study. Accordingly, Councillor A. Owodunni did not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter.

3.2

Councillor J. Deneault - Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434

Councillor J. Deneault declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434 on the agenda this date as a member of his family teaches at Conestoga College, an institution located on land being considered in the Lower Doon Land Use study. Accordingly, Councillor J. Deneault did not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter.

4.

Consent Items

Pursuant to Chapter 25 (Procedure) of the Municipal Code, a motion was brought forward by Councillor D. Chapman to discuss Consent item 4.4 listed on the agenda, which was voted on and was Carried.

4.1

Private Street Naming – 1198 Fischer-Hallman Road, 1274 Bleams Road, and 264 Erinbrook Drive, DSD-2023-409

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-409, dated September 6, 2023, regarding the private street naming, which will merge three properties on title, within a multiple residential development located at 1198 Fischer-Hallman Road, 1274 Bleams Road, and 264 Erinbrook Drive. 

• On motion by Councillor A. Clancy

  it was resolved:

  "That the City of Kitchener acknowledge that Activa Holdings Inc. intends to name three private streets as “Scherlwood Drive”, “Jonagold Drive” and “Ridgewater Trail”, within a multiple residential development, which will merge three properties on title, located at 1198 Fischer-Hallman Road, 1274 Bleams Road, and 264 Erinbrook Drive, as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-409; and further,

  That the City’s Legal Services Division be directed to proceed with the required advertising, preparation, and registration of the necessary By-law for the naming of “Scherlwood Drive”, “Jonagold Drive” and “Ridgewater Trail”."

  Carried

4.2

Private Street Naming - 30-40 Margaret Avenue, DSD-2023-394

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-394, dated August 29, 2023, regarding the private street naming, within a multiple residential development located at 30-40 Margaret Avenue. 

• On motion by Councillor A. Clancy

  it was resolved:

  "That the City of Kitchener acknowledge that Activa Holdings Inc. intends to name a private street: “Augustine Crescent” within a multiple residential development located at 30-40 Margaret Avenue, as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-394; and further,

  That the City’s Legal Services Division be directed to proceed with the required advertising, preparation, and registration of the necessary By-law for the naming of “Augustine Crescent”."

  Carried

4.3

Private Street Naming - 67-71 Nelson Avenue, DSD-2023-444

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-444, dated October 2, 2023, regarding the private street naming within a vacant land condominium located at 67 and 71 Nelson Avenue. 

• On motion by Councillor A. Clancy

  it was resolved:

  "That the City of Kitchener acknowledge that 2415274 Ontario Inc. intends to name a private street, “Luna Crescent” within a vacant land condominium located at 67 and 71 Nelson Avenue, as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-444; and further,

  That the City’s Legal Services Division be directed to proceed with advertising, preparation, and registration of the necessary By-law for the naming of “Luna Crescent”."

  Carried

4.4

Environmental Improvement Grant Funding Consolidation, DSD-2023-431

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-431, dated October 13, 2023, recommending that the Environmental Stewardship Capital Account currently allocated to the Community Environmental Improvement Grant program be reallocated to the Neighbourhood Development Office to be consolidated with the funding offered through the Love My Hood Matching Grant; that Council Policy I-590 (Grant Program – Community Environmental Improvement) be repealed; and, that Council Policy FIN-GRA-525 (Community Investment) be amended to remove Section 8.1 Community Environmental Improvement Grants (CEIG). C. Mussleman was in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.

• On motion by Councillor A. Clancy

  it was resolved:

  "That the Environmental Stewardship Capital Account currently allocated to the Community Environmental Improvement Grant program be reallocated to the Neighbourhood Development Office to be consolidated with the funding offered through the LoveMyHood Matching Grant, as outlined in Development Services Department report DSD-2023-431; and,

  That Council Policy I-590 (Grant Program – Community Environmental Improvement) be repealed; and further,

  That Council Policy FIN-GRA-525 (Community Investment) be amended to remove Section 8.1 Community Environmental Improvement Grants (CEIG)."

  Carried

5.

Discussion Items

5.1

2023 Downtown Vision Decision, DSD-2023-425

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-425, dated October 10, 2023, recommending endorsement of the downtown vision and principles, as prepared by the Downtown Community working Group (DCWG); and, that staff use the vision and principles to develop an action plan for Downtown Kitchener, and inform new and ongoing City initiatives that include or are about the downtown.

J. Readman and Franklin Solimano, Downtown Community Working Group (DCWG) presented the 2023 Downtown Kitchener vision and principles, highlighting the three key principles identified in the engagement process, including: radiating vibrancy, cultivating connection and belonging. J. Readman and F. Solimano then responded to questions from the Committee.

In response to questions regarding key messages emerging from the engagement process, J. Readman noted improved access to affordable housing and green space was identified as an integral part of the success of downtown, and stated these principles should be incorporated into future City decision-making. 

In response to further questions, J. Readman stated the Working Group data collected will be used to inform the Action Plan and Budget. 

• On motion by Mayor B. Vrbanovic

  it was resolved:

  "That the downtown vision and principles, prepared by the Downtown Community Working Group (DCWG) in direct collaboration with the project consultant, and staff be endorsed, as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-425; and,

  That staff be directed to use the vision and principles to develop an action plan for Downtown Kitchener, and inform new and ongoing City initiatives that include or are about the downtown."

  Carried

6.

Public Hearing Matters under the Planning Act (Advertised)

This is a formal public meeting to consider applications under the Planning Act.  If a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City of Kitchener before the proposed applications are considered, the person or public body may not be entitled to appeal the decision to the Ontario Land Tribunal and may not be added as a party to a hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal.

6.1

Official Plan Amendment Application OPA21/004/COK/AR, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA21/040/K/NG, City Wide Lodging House Review, DSD-2023-446

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-446, dated October 17, 2023, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA21/004/COK/AR; and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA21/040/K/NG, for lodging houses city-wide. 

Councillor M. Johnston and Councillor C. Michaud left the meeting at this time.  

R. Chowdhury, Student Planner presented the City Wide Lodging House Review, noting the importance of lodging houses in filling important gaps in the provision of housing in the City, including increasing affordable housing options, providing a diverse range of housing and contributing to stronger neighborhoods. R. Bustamante, N. Goss and H. Fylactou were also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee. 

Councillor M. Johnston and Councillor C. Michaud returned to the meeting at this time. 

In response to questions from the Committee regarding the business licensing component related to lodging houses, N. Goss noted Licensing staff intend to report back to council with an updated framework for lodging houses and other short term rental accommodations early in 2024.

M. Asling, Waterloo Region Yes in My Backyard, was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation, noting that lodging homes tend to be more affordable, prevent homelessness, and improve property standards and tenant safety. 

N. Chukwuma, President, Conestoga Students Incorporated (CSI), was in attendance in support of the staff recommendation, noting the impact of permitting lodging houses on creating safer and better regulated housing for students. 

Councillor Singh left the meeting at this time, and Councillor Chapman assumed chair. 

Questions were raised regarding the existing zoning. N Goss noted that tenant rights would be managed through the Residential Tenancy Act, and stated the Building and Fire code would regulate number of units and occupancy constraints.

Councillor P. Singh returned to the meeting at this time and assumed the Chair.

A motion was brought forward by Councillor B. Ioannidis to defer the recommendation as outlined in report DSD-2023-446 to the November 6, 2023 Council meeting, to allow staff the opportunity to receive legal advice and provide additional information surrounding regional garbage collection. 

• On motion by Councillor B. Ioannidis

  it was resolved:

  "That the following motion be deferred to the November 6, 2023 Council meeting to allow an opportunity for staff to continue conversations with legal and provide additional information surrounding regional garbage collection:

  That Official Plan Amendment OPA21/004/COK/AR proposing amendments to Kitchener’s 1994 and 2014 Official Plan to permit lodging houses city-wide everywhere residential uses are permitted be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendments attached to Report DSD-2023-446 as Attachment ‘A’ and Attachment ‘B’, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and,

  That Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA21/040/K/NG be approved in the form shown in the ‘Proposed By-law to Zoning By-law 85-1’ and ‘Proposed By-law to Zoning By-law 2019-051’ attached to Report DSD-2023-446 as Attachment ‘C’ and Attachment ‘D’ respectively."

  Carried

7.

Recess and Reconvene

The Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee then recessed at 4:40 p.m. and reconvened at 6:50 p.m., chaired by Councillor P. Singh, with all members except Mayor B. Vrbanovic present.

8.

MEETING PART TWO - 6:50 p.m. - 11:11 p.m.

9.

Public Hearing Matters under the Planning Act (Advertised) (Cont'd)

This is a formal public meeting to consider applications under the Planning Act.  If a person or public body does not make oral or written submissions to the City of Kitchener before the proposed applications are considered, the person or public body may not be entitled to appeal the decision to the Ontario Land Tribunal and may not be added as a party to a hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal.

9.1

Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434

• Councillor A. Owodunni declared a conflict on this item. (Councillor A. Owodunni declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434 as he teaches at Conestoga College, an institution located on land being considered in the Lower Doon Land Use Study. Accordingly, Councillor A. Owodunni did not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter.)
• Councillor J. Deneault declared a conflict on this item. (Councillor J. Deneault declared a pecuniary interest with respect to Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, Lower Doon Land Use Study, DSD-2023-434 on the agenda this date as a member of his family teaches at Conestoga College, an institution located on land being considered in the Lower Doon Land Use study. Accordingly, Councillor J. Deneault did not participate in any discussion or vote regarding this matter.)

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-434, dated October 3, 2023, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/013/K/JZ; and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/232/K/JZ, for the Lower Doon Land Use Study.

J. Zunic provided an overview of the report and staff recommendation and responded to questions from the Committee. R. Bustamante, N. Goss, G. Stevenson, and J. Vieira were also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.

B. Thomas, R. Martin, and L. Jamieson provided comments in opposition to the report noting, the of rezoning Lower Doon to RES-5 introduces a building height requirement that is not compatible with older homes in the Lower Doon area. 

N. Chukwuma, Conestoga Students Inc. provided comments in support of the report noting, the re-zoning and gentle intensification of Lower Doon allows for further residential development and will support students in securing safe and affordable housing. 

Mayor B. Vrbanovic entered the meeting at this time.

In response to questions from the Committee, J. Zunic noted the recommended RES-5 zoning for the Lower Doon area seeks to address a broad range of low-rise housing uses that are compatible with the existing land use designation and, the proposed RES-5 zoning aligns with Official Plan direction which seeks to direct growth to existing built-up areas.

N. Goss further advised noted the difference in building height between RES-4 zoning and RES-5 zoning is half a meter.

Councillor D. Chapman brought forward a motion to defer this matter to the November 6, 2023 Council Meeting to allow Staff additional time to provide further information regarding density impacts of RES-4 zoning versus RES-5 zoning, which was voted on and LOST.

Councillor A. Clancy brought forward a motion to approve the recommendations as outlined in Development Services Department report, DSD-2023-434.

Councillor C. Michaud brought forward an amendment to remove the proposed RES-5 zoning from all properties except those currently zoned R-6 in Zoning By-law 85-1, with or without any site-specific provisions, and be replaced with RES-4 with any necessary site-specific provisions; that 400 Doon Valley Drive be zoned RES-5 as proposed rather than R-3; and, to include an additional clause stating “That pursuant to Section 35(17) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., c P.13, as amended further notice is not required to be given in respect to Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA23/023/K/JZ.”

It was requested this matter be dealt with on a recorded vote.

Councillor C. Michaud's amendment was voted on and was Carried, on a recorded vote with Mayor B. Vrbanovic and Councillors S. Davey, D. Schnider, C. Michaud, A. Owodunni, P. Singh, B. Ioannidis, M. Johnston and J. Deneault voting in favour; and, Councillors A. Clancy and D. Chapman voting in opposition.

The following motion, as amended was voted on and was Carried unanimously, on a recorded vote.

• On motion by Councillor A. Clancy

  it was resolved:

  "That City Initiated Official Plan Amendment OPA23/013/K/JZ, for the purpose of implementing recommendations contained within the Lower Doon Land Use Study, including amendments to land uses, Specific Policy Areas, and Cultural Heritage Resources mapping and text amendments, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-434 as Attachment ‘A’, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and,

  That City Initiated Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/023/K/JZ to amend Zoning By-law 2019-051, be approved in the form shown in the “Proposed By-law” attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-434 as Attachment ‘B’ with the following amendments:

  That the proposed RES-5 zoning be removed from all properties except those currently zoned R-6 in Zoning By-law 85-1, with or without any site-specific provisions, and be replaced with RES-4 with any necessary site-specific provisions; and,

  That the property municipally addressed as 400 Doon Valley Drive be zoned RES-5 as proposed rather than R-3; and further,

  That pursuant to Section 35(17) of the Planning Act, R.S.O., c P.13, as amended further notice is not required to be given in respect to Zoning By-law Amendment ZBA23/023/K/JZ.”

  In Favour (9)	Mayor B. Vrbanovic, Councillor S. Davey, Councillor D. Schnider, Councillor C. Michaud, Councillor P. Singh, Councillor B. Ioannidis, Councillor M. Johnston, Councillor D. Chapman, and Councillor A. Clancy
  Conflict (2)	Councillor A. Owodunni, and Councillor J. Deneault

  Carried, unanimously on a recorded vote (9 to 0)

9.2

Recess and Reconvene

The Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee then recessed at 8:27 p.m. and reconvened at approximately 8:31 p.m., chaired by Councillor P. Singh, with all members present.

9.3

Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/014/F/TS, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/024/F/TS, 1198 Fischer Hallman Road, Activa Holdings Inc., DSD-2023-429

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-429, dated October 2, 2023, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/014/F/TS; and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/024/F/TS, for the property municipally addressed as 1198 Fischer Hallman Road.

T. Seyler provided an overview of the report and staff recommendation and responded to questions from the Committee. R. Bustamante and G. Stevenson were also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.

P. Chauvin, MHBC Planning provided an overview of application and responded to questions from the Committee. R. Wolff, MHBC Planning was also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.

Councillor J. Deneault left the meeting at this time and re-entered.

Councillor P. Singh vacated the Chair at this time.

Councillor D. Chapman assumed the Chair at this time.

Councillor P. Singh brought forward a motion to defer this matter to the November 6, 2023 Council meeting, to allow an opportunity for staff to consult with the applicant regarding alternative building height configurations of the proposed development. Councillor P. Singh's motionwas voted on and was Carried.

• On motion by Councillor S. Davey

  it was resolved:​​​​

  "That the following motion be deferred to the November 6, 2023 Council meeting to allow an opportunity for staff to consult with the applicant regarding alternative building height configurations of the proposed development:

  That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/014/F/TS for Activa Holdings Inc., for the property municipally addressed as 1198 Fischer Hallman Road, requesting the addition of Special Policy Area 6 for the lands specified and illustrated as the “Area or Amendment” on Schedule ‘A’, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-429 as Appendix ‘A’, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and further,

  That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/024/F/TS for Activa Holdings Inc. be approved in the form shown in the ‘Proposed By-law’, and ‘Map No. 1’ and ‘Map No. 2’ attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-429 as Appendix ‘B’."

  Carried

9.4

Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/011/W/TS, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/018/W/TS, 20 Woolner Trail, Waterloo Catholic District School Board, DSD-2023-430

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-430, dated October 2, 2023, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/011/W/TS; and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/018/W/TSS, for the property municipally addressed as 20 Woolner Trail.

T. Seyler provided a presentation summarizing the application and recommendation for approval. B. Cronkite was also in attendance and responded to questions from the Committee. R. Bustamante and G. Stevenson were also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee. 

Councillor J. Deneault and Councillor A. Owodunni left the meeting at this time. 

K. Barisdale, GSP Group and J. Passy, Waterloo Region Catholic School Board provided a presentation and responded to questions from the Committee. In response to questions from the Committee, J. Passy stated, it is common occurrence for educational institutions of the proposed size to be located along a Regional road in order to facilitate large traffic volumes. Further, J. Passy noted there had been some engagement with the Region of Waterloo to discuss pedestrian safety and traffic calming measures however, the Region has yet to confirm measures that will be implemented. In response to further questions, it was noted a multi-use trail connection between Woolner Trail and the existing trail on Fairway Road is intended to be constructed.

Councillor J. Deneault and Councillor A. Owodunni re-entered the meeting at this time. 

E. Woolner, provided comments in opposition to the subject applications. E. Woolner stated she is the owner of a Heritage property adjacent to the proposed development site. E. Woolner expressed concerns regarding trespassing and property security, potential vandalism and increased traffic and safety concerns.

R. Giesler, G. Minter, D. Foster and R. Medic were in attendance in opposition to the staff recommendation, stating concerns regarding increased traffic congestion and pedestrian safety of children crossing or walking along Regional road, Fairway Road North.

In response to questions from the Committee, B. Cronkite noted Staff have begun consultations with the Region of Waterloo and there have been discussions regarding traffic calming measures to help lower speed limits on Fairway Road North.

Councillor D. Schnider brought forward a motion to defer to this matter to the December 11, 2023 Council meeting, or sooner, to allow an opportunity for Staff to engage with the Region of Waterloo to determine a timeline for discussions regarding pedestrian safety and traffic calming measures on Fairway Road North. Councillor D, Schinder's motion was voted on and was Carried.

• On motion by Councillor D. Schnider

  it was resolved:

  "That the following motion be deferred to the December 11, 2023 Council meeting, or sooner, to allow an opportunity for Staff to engage with the Region of Waterloo to determine a timeline for discussions regarding pedestrian safety and traffic calming measures on Fairway Road North:

  That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/011/W/TS for the Waterloo Catholic District School Board, for the property municipally addressed as 20 Woolner Trail, requesting the addition of Specific Policy Area No. 67 for the lands specified and illustrated as the “Area of Amendment” on Schedules ‘A’ and ‘B’, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-430 as Appendix ‘A’, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and further,

  That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/018/W/TS for the Waterloo Catholic District School Board be approved in the form shown in the ‘Proposed By-law’, and ‘Map No. 1’, attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-430 as Appendix ‘B’."

  Carried

10.

Recess and Reconvene

The Planning and Strategic Initiatives Committee then recessed at 10:37 p.m. and reconvened at 10:40 p.m., chaired by Councillor P. Singh with all members present.

10.1

Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/005/K/ES, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/009/K/ES, 2934 King Street East, 2748244 Ontario Inc., DSD-2023-428

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-428, dated October 2, 2023, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA/23/005/K/ES; and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/009/K/ES, for the property municipally addressed as 2934 King Street East.

G. Stevenson provided a presentation summarizing the application and recommendation for approval. R. Bustamante was also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee.

A. Layton, Evans Planning Consultants provided a presentation in support of the staff recommendation and responded to questions from the Committee. 

• On motion by Councillor D. Schnider

  it was resolved:

  "That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA/23/005/K/ES for 2748244 Ontario Inc., for the property municipally addressed as 2934 King Street East, requesting to add Specific Policy Area 68 to Map 5 – Specific Policy Areas of the Official Plan and to add Policy 15.D.12.68 to facilitate a mixed use development having 77 residential units and 1217 square metres of commercial space with a Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 2.6, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2022-428 as Attachment ‘A’, and accordingly forwarded to the Regional Municipality of Waterloo for approval; and further,

  That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/009/K/ES for 2748244 Ontario Inc. be approved in the form shown in the ‘Proposed By-law’, and ‘Map No. 1’, attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-428 as Attachment ‘B’."

  Carried

11.

Committee Proceedings to go Beyond 11:00 p.m.

• On motion by Mayor B. Vrbanovic

  It was resolved that:

  “That pursuant to Section 25.4.16 of Chapter 25 (Council Procedure) of the Municipal Code, the Council proceedings this date shall be allowed to continue beyond 11:00 p.m. to conclude matters as listed on the agenda.”

  Carried

11.1

Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/007/K/CD, Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/011/K/CD, 417 King Street West, Vanmar Developments 417 King GP Corp, DSD-2023-299

The Committee considered Development Services Department report DSD-2023-299, dated October 4, 2023, recommending adoption of Official Plan Amendment Application OPA23/007/K/CD; and adoption of Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/011/K/CD, for the property municipally addressed as 417 King Street West.

C. Dumart provided a presentation summarizing the application and noted Staff are recommending a deferral of the application to the November 6, 2023 Council meeting to allow an opportunity for staff to engage with NAV Canada to determine best measures to mitigate any potential impacts to the runway approach for Waterloo Region International Airport.

Councillor M. Johnston left the meeting at this time and re-entered.

A. Sinclair, MHBC Planning provided a presentation in support of the staff recommendation and responded to questions from the Committee. P. Leveck, VanMar Developments Inc. was also in attendance to respond to questions from the Committee. A. Sinclair stated the applicant also has no objections with the requested deferral.

• On motion by Councillor S. Davey

  it was resolved:

  "That the following motion be deferred to the November 6, 2023 Council meeting to allow an opportunity for staff to engage with NAV Canada to determine best measures to mitigate any potential impacts to the runway approach for Waterloo Region International Airport:

  That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA/23/007/K/CD for Vanmar Developments 417 King GP Corp, for the property municipally addressed as 417 King Street West, requesting a land use designation change from ‘Innovation District’ to ‘Innovation District with Specific Policy Area No. 8’ to permit a 55-storey mixed use development on the lands specified and illustrated on Schedule ‘A’, be adopted, in the form shown in the Official Plan Amendment attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-299 as Appendix ‘A’, and accordingly forwarded to the Region of Waterloo for approval; and further,

  That Zoning By-law Amendment Application ZBA23/011/K/CD for Vanmar Developments 417 King GP Corp be approved in the form shown in the ‘Proposed By-law’, and ‘Map No. 1’, attached to Development Services Department report DSD-2023-299 as Appendix ‘B’."

  Carried

12.

Information Items

12.1

None

13.

Adjournment

On motion, this meeting adjourned at 11:11 p.m.

Marilyn Mills
Mariah Blake
Committee Administrator