THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
PUBLIC
COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT
ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES/REPORT
The members of the Public Community & Development Advisory Committee met on January 12, 2015 in the Council Chambers, at 7:04 p.m.
PRESENT:
Chair Councillor Jamie King, Lord Mayor Pat Darte, Councillors: Maria
Bau-Coote, Jim Collard, Betty Disero, Martin Mazza, Paolo Miele,
John Wiens
REGRETS:
Councillor Terry Flynn
STAFF:
Mike Galloway Chief Administrative Officer
Sheldon Randall Director of Operations
Holly Dowd Director of Corporate Services/Town Clerk
John Henricks Director of Community and Development Services
Alex Burbidge Fire Chief
Shirley Cater Manager of Planning
Dawn McInnis Communications Coordinator
Peter Todd
Project Manager, Corporate Services
OTHERS:
MEDIA:
Suzanne Mason Sun Media
Melinda Cheevers Niagara This Week
Chair Councillor Jamie King presided and called the Public Meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Councillor Jim Collard declared a conflict of interest in relation to item 1.c)
Villas Outside of Urban Boundaries
, as he and his wife own and operate a Short Term Rental (Bed and Breakfast Establishment
1. PUBLIC MEETING
The Chair welcomed those in attendance and noted that there are three public meetings this evening. He explained the process for the meeting and read the Planning Act requirements for submission of an appeal to the Ontario Municipal Board.
At the request of the Chair, it was confirmed by the Recording Secretary that notice of the public meetings to inform the public of proposals, were complied with as per the Planning Act.
1.a) 21-25 Four Mile Creek Road - Zoning Amendment
The Chair advised that anyone wishing to receive notice should leave his or her name with the Recording Secretary.
At the request of the Chair, the Director of Community and Development Services explained the purpose of the public meeting. The Public Meeting Notice states
t
hat the proposed change is t
o remove the site specific Village Commercial (VC-1) Zone and to permit an increase in the number of mobile/modular residential units from 131 plus the existing single detached dwelling to 137, plus the existing single detached dwelling; and to convert the former shop to a common building that will be used for social gatherings for the residents of the community and office space.
The Chair asked if there was anyone present to speak in support of the proposal.
Barbara Wiens, Senior Planner and Partner at Quartek Group
89 St. Paul Street, St. Catharines
Ms. Wiens spoke in support of the proposal. She provided general information on the use of the lands on the property. She stated that Creekside Manor would no longer like to keep commercial land on the frontage of the property formally used to sell mobile homes. These lands are now proposed to have the commercial zoning removed to allow for the expansion of residential units. She noted that the former service repair shop to be transformed into a common area used for functions, offices, and public space for all individuals within the residential community.
In closing, Ms. Wiens requested Committee's consideration of the recommendation from the staff report.
The Chair asked if there was anyone present to speak in opposition of the proposal.
No one came forward to speak in opposition to the proposal.
The public meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
1.b) 240 John Street - Zoning Amendment
The Chair advised that anyone wishing to receive notice should leave his or her name with the Recording Secretary.
At th
e request of the Chair, the Director of Community and Development Services explained the purpose of the public meeting. The Public Meeting Notice states that the proposed change is t
o permit a restaurant use in an existing winery.
The Chair asked if there was anyone present to speak in support of the proposal.
Maurizio Rogato, Solmar Development Corp.
Two Sisters Winery
Mr. Rogato spoke in support of the proposal. He provided a brief background on the opening of the winery and use of a hospitality room. Mr. Rogato noted that the winery currently operates dinning options for visitors under the permitted use of a hospitality room allowed in the current zoning by-law. The proposed change to permit the use of a restaurant is intended to provide a clear understanding of the secondary use on the property.
Mr. Rogato answered questions from committee members.
The Chair asked if there was anyone present to speak in opposition of the proposal.
No one came forward to speak in opposition to the proposal.
The public meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m
1.c) Villas Outside of Urban Boundaries - Official Plan Amendment
Councillor Jim Collard previously declared a conflict of interest, as he and his wife own and operate a Short Term Rental (Bed and Breakfast Establishment). He did not take part in any discussion.
The Chair advised that anyone wishing to receive notice should leave his or her name with the Recording Secretary.
At the request of the Chair, the Director of Community and Development Services explained the purpose of the public meeting. The Public Meeting Notice states that the purpose of the proposed change
is to add policies to the Official Plan relating to Villas located outside of urban areas. These policies were deferred as a result of comments provided by the Region of Niagara regarding Official Plan Amendment Number 55 (Cottage Rentals, Villas, Vacation Apartments). The policies are specific to issues of clarity and to ensure that rural and agricultural interests are protected in accordance with the Regional Policy Plan including:
Clarification of definitions
Consistency in wording
Inclusion of policies related to lot creation
Clarification of the number of rooms permitted in Villas outside urban areas.
The Chair asked if there was anyone present to speak in support of the proposal.
Tony Mazuka, 523 Niagara Stone Road
Mr. Mazuka spoke in support of the proposal. He noted that the operation of these Villas presents a low impact alternative for the accommodation of tourists visiting the area.
The Chair asked if there was anyone present to speak in opposition of the proposal.
No one came forward to speak in opposition to the proposal.
The public meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT:
7:46 p.m.
Lord Mayor, this concludes the Minutes/Report of the Public Community & Development Advisory Committee I Councillor ___________________ move, seconded by Councillor __________________ that the Minutes/Report of the January 12, 2015 Public Community & Development Advisory Committee Meeting be adopted.
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LORD MAYOR Pat Darte
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
PUBLIC COMMUNITY & DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES/REPORT