Request to Amend the Heritage Designation By-law for 64 King Street, York (the Tyrell House) Pursuant to Section 30.1 of the Ontario Heritage Act - by Councillor Frances Nunziata, seconded by Councillor Ana Bailão

The designation By-law 2970-78 for this property was passed by Council in 1978. By-law 2970-78 complied with the provisions of the Ontario Heritage Act at that time. The Ontario Heritage Act has been amended since 1978, and it now requires that designation By-laws include a statement explaining the cultural heritage value or interest of the property and a description of the property's heritage attributes. By amending the designation By-law for this property, its heritage values and attributes will be confirmed. This will support both the City and the Provincial requirement to conserve significant heritage resources. This Motion is urgent because an application is being submitted to the Committee of Adjustment to sever the lot at 64 King Street, York. The Weston community values the significance of the property, as it acts as a historical and cultural anchor in the community. An amendment to the designation By-law will clarify the cultural heritage value of the property that is required to be conserved as part of the Committee of Adjustment Application.