North York Community Council
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NY26.1amended
Refusal Report - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - 12 to 24 Leith Hill Road
This report reviews and recommends refusal of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-laws for the lands at 12 to 24 Leith Hill Road to permit three blocks of townhouse units, containing 48 dwelling units, at the western limit of the site, and an 11-storey residential building, proposed with 121 dwelling units, to the east of the existing 16-storey apartment building. The existing 16-storey apartment building, containing 221 dwelling units, and 2-storey block of townhouse units, containing a total of 6 townhouse units, at 12 to 24 Leith Hill Road are proposed to be retained as part of the application. An application for Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion under Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act (Chapter 667 of the Municipal Code) has been filed to permit the demolition of one (1) existing 1-bedroom rental dwelling unit in the existing 16-storey apartment building. This application will be reviewed under delegated approval. The proposed development is not consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and does not conform with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020). The proposal sets out inappropriate development standards that do not allow for the orderly development of the lands. The proposal fails to conform with the policies of the City of Toronto Official Plan, including the Sheppard East Subway Corridor Secondary Plan, and does not appropriately respond to the Tall Building Guidelines, including inadequate setbacks, separation distances and scale of development.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to bring forward a report to the November 23, 2021 North York Community Council meeting which attaches the draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendments to implement the proposed development. 2. City Council direct that notice for the statutory public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act. 3. City Council direct the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to work with the applicant, in consultation with the local councillor, to negotiate the provision of facilities, services and matters pursuant to section 37 of the Planning Act in the amount of $1.5 million to be allocated to improvements to Fairview Public Library and Oriole Community Centre.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council refuse the application for Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendments at 12 to 24 Leith Hill Road for the reasons as set out in this report, from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District, dated February 1, 2021. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate staff, to appear before the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application, in the event that the application is appealed to the LPAT. 3. In the event that the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal approves the applications in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal withhold its Order(s) approving the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments applicable to the subject lands until such time as the City Solicitor confirms that: a. the final form and content of the Official Plan Amendment(s) and Zoning By-law Amendment(s) are satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor, in consultation with the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, and other appropriate Divisions; b. a Section 37 Agreement securing facilities, services and matters satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor has been executed and registered on title to the lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; c. the owner has, at the owner's sole expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report including confirmation of water and fire flow, sanitary and storm water capacity, Stormwater Management Report and Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report (the "Engineering Reports") to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, in consultation with the General Manager, Toronto Water; ii. secured the design and the provision of financial securities for any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure and/or new municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports to support the development, all to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services should it be determined that improvements or upgrades and/or new infrastructure are required to support the development; iii. has made satisfactory arrangements with the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services for the construction of new infrastructure or any improvements to the municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that new infrastructure and/or upgrades/improvements are required to the existing infrastructure to support this development, and that the applicant has entered into a financially secured agreement to pay for and construct any necessary municipal infrastructure; iv. submitted a revised Traffic Impact, Parking and Loading Study acceptable to, and to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Transportation Services and that such matters arising from such study, be secured if required; and v. secured, in one or more agreements, the following rental housing matters and improvements to the existing rental housing: a. new indoor amenity space in the proposed building for new tenants, including a party room, fitness room and theatre room; b. Outdoor amenity areas including improved landscape treatments, amenity and play areas and seating areas for all tenants; and c. outdoor bicycle parking spaces in front of the proposed 11-storey building for all tenants. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
NY26.2amended
At its meeting of July 16, 17 and 18, 2019, City Council approved a community recreation centre accommodating a twin-pad arena/multi-sport indoor courts, gymnasium with walking track, an aquatic centre, and community and program space, co-located with a large community park at 844 Don Mills Road (the former Celestica lands) to serve the communities along Don Mills Road, from York Mills Road to Flemingdon Park. In order to implement this approval, City Council directed staff to initiate an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to modify zoning permissions for 966 Don Mills Road, located one kilometre north of 844 Don Mills Road, which had been previously approved to accommodate a community recreation centre. City Council further directed that staff undertake a review of other public and community uses that may be accommodated at 966 Don Mills Road through the execution of a Public and Community Needs Scan of the Broader Don Mills Catchment Area (the "Scan") to determine if any service gaps will exist following the completion of the recommended community recreation centre at 844 Don Mills Road. The purpose of the Scan was to assist in determining future public/community use(s) for the lands at 966 Don Mill Road. This amendment implements City Council's direction by recommending the removal of provisions related to the construction of a community recreation centre previously approved at 966 Don Mills Road included in current site specific official plan policies, zoning by-law provisions and a Section 37 agreement for the Shops at Don Mills. This report also details the results of the Scan. The subject site, 966 Don Mills Road (the "Site"), is to be conveyed to the City of Toronto, as secured in the existing Section 37 Agreement, dated February 22, 2011. Terms of this agreement are proposed to be revised through this amendment process to implement City Council's direction. However, the conveyance of the Site to the City of Toronto, including applicable environmental remediation requirements, will still take place. The proposed revisions to the site-specific Official Plan, Zoning By-law, and Section 37 agreement for the Site would allow for Section 37 funds to be redirected to the larger, integrated community recreation centre at 844 Don Mills Road that would continue to serve the Don Mills Road and Lawrence Avenue East community as well as the significantly growing population along the Don Mills corridor. In particular, the community recreation centre at 844 Don Mills Road would serve the Don Mills Road and Eglinton Avenue East area, which is in proximity to high-order rapid transit and equity-deserving neighbourhoods. This facility will reflect current design excellence for community recreation facilities and offer greater programmatic opportunities to serve the area. Further, the revisions are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020), conform with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020), meets the intent of the North York Official Plan, and conforms to the Toronto Official Plan. This report reviews and recommends approval of the City-initiated Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, and recommends staff be directed to revise the Section 37 agreement applying to the Site.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, Central Don Mills Secondary Plan, for the lands at 966 Don Mills Road, substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment at Attachment 5 of this report. 2. City Council amend North York Zoning By-law No. 7625, as amended, for the lands at 939 Lawrence Avenue East, 966, 1030 and 1090 Don Mills Road, and 49 and 75 The Donway West, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment at Attachment 6 of this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and/or draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the owner to revise the existing Section 37 agreement for Don Mills Centre or enter into a new agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor as follows: a. the indexed $17 million provided for in the Don Mills Centre Section 37 Agreement shall be utilized for the construction and outfitting of the Celestica community recreation centre. The money shall be paid to the City prior to the earlier of: i. condominium registration for building B2 or D at the Shops of Don Mills; ii. the issuance of any building permit for 169 the Donway West; iii. the issuance of any building permit for Buildings E or G at the Shops at Don Mills; or iv. the "Land Exchange" as described below; b. the owner will be entitled to convey the lands at 966 Don Mills to the City in exchange for the Civitan Arena lands (the "Land Exchange"). In the event the owner triggers the Land Exchange, the lands at 966 Don Mills shall be cleaned by the owner at its sole expense in accordance with the City's Policy for Accepting Potentially Contaminated Lands, prior to conveyance of the Civitan Arena lands to the owner; c. the Land Exchange may be triggered by the owner at its sole discretion provided that the owner provides the City with 12 months' notice. In any event, the Land Exchange shall occur no more than 12 years after the registration of the revised section 37 agreement for the Don Mills Centre development unless otherwise agreed to between the parties. In the event that the owner triggers the Land Exchange prior to the end of the 2022 to 2023 winter hockey season, the owner will continue to permit the City to operate the Civitan Arena for ice hockey purposes following the Land Exchange, until May 15, 2023, in order to accommodate the completion of the 2022 to 2023 winter hockey season; d. at any time prior to the Land Exchange and after May 15, 2023 the City may give the Owner 12 months' notice and the owner will be required to demolish the Civitan Arena, remove all the demolition debris, restore the site to a safe condition to the City's satisfaction and enclose the site with fencing, all at no cost to the City. If the City requires the demolition prior to the Land Exchange, then following demolition, the owner may be entitled to use the site for parking and/or construction staging upon execution of any lease or licence required by the City which will require, among other things, market value fees to be paid; e. until the completion of the Land Exchange, the Civitan Arena will be utilized by the City at its discretion, for the purposes of a hockey arena, or other community oriented uses, such as arts, crafts, social, charitable and educational activities, as well as recreational purposes and recreational programming, seniors services, and other community uses as agreed to by the Parties; and f. the owner shall have a right of first refusal to purchase the 966 Don Mills Road lands in the event the City elects to dispose of the lands within 20 years of acquiring them (the "ROFR"). The ROFR will not apply to any transfer or leasing of the 966 Don Mills Road lands to any federal, provincial or municipal governmental or quasi-governmental agency, board, commission or other body or the transfer of small amounts of the 966 Don Mills Road lands for road widenings, easements, or similar transactions. 5. City Council direct that Confidential Attachment 1 to the supplementary report (September 1, 2021)from the City Solicitor remain confidential in its entirety as it contains advice or communications that are subject to solicitor-client privilege and pertains to litigation or potential litigation.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, Central Don Mills Secondary Plan, for the lands at 966 Don Mills Road, substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment at Attachment 5 of this report. 2. City Council amend North York Zoning By-law No. 7625, as amended, for the lands at 939 Lawrence Avenue East, 966, 1030 and 1090 Don Mills Road, and 49 and 75 The Donway West, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment at Attachment 6 of this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and/or draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the owner to revise the existing Section 37 agreement for Don Mills Centre or enter into a new agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor as follows: a. the indexed $17 million provided for in the Don Mills Centre Section 37 Agreement shall be utilized for the construction and outfitting of the Celestica community recreation centre. The money shall be paid to the City prior to the earlier of: i. condominium registration for building B2 or D at the Shops of Don Mills; ii. the issuance of any building permit for 169 the Donway West; iii. the issuance of any building permit for Buildings E or G at the Shops at Don Mills; or iv. the "Land Exchange" as described below; b. the owner will be entitled to convey the lands at 966 Don Mills to the City in exchange for the Civitan Arena lands (the "Land Exchange"). In the event the owner triggers the Land Exchange, the lands at 966 Don Mills shall be cleaned by the owner at its sole expense in accordance with the City's Policy for Accepting Potentially Contaminated Lands, prior to conveyance of the Civitan Arena lands to the owner; c. the Land Exchange may be triggered by the owner at its sole discretion provided that the owner provides the City with 12 months' notice. In any event, the Land Exchange shall occur no more than 12 years after the registration of the revised section 37 agreement for the Don Mills Centre development unless otherwise agreed to between the parties. In the event that the owner triggers the Land Exchange prior to the end of the 2022 to 2023 winter hockey season, the owner will continue to permit the City to operate the Civitan Arena for ice hockey purposes following the Land Exchange, until May 15, 2023, in order to accommodate the completion of the 2022 to 2023 winter hockey season; d. at any time prior to the Land Exchange and after May 15, 2023 the City may give the Owner 12 months' notice and the owner will be required to demolish the Civitan Arena, remove all the demolition debris, restore the site to a safe condition to the City's satisfaction and enclose the site with fencing, all at no cost to the City. If the City requires the demolition prior to the Land Exchange, then following demolition, the owner may be entitled to use the site for parking and/or construction staging upon execution of any lease or licence required by the City which will require, among other things, market value fees to be paid; e. until the completion of the Land Exchange, the Civitan Arena will be utilized by the City at its discretion, for the purposes of a hockey arena, or other community oriented uses, such as arts, crafts, social, charitable and educational activities, as well as recreational purposes and recreational programming, seniors services, and other community uses as agreed to by the Parties; and f. the owner shall have a right of first refusal to purchase the 966 Don Mills Road lands in the event the City elects to dispose of the lands within 20 years of acquiring them (the "ROFR"). The ROFR will not apply to any transfer or leasing of the 966 Don Mills Road lands to any federal, provincial or municipal governmental or quasi-governmental agency, board, commission or other body or the transfer of small amounts of the 966 Don Mills Road lands for road widenings, easements, or similar transactions.
NY26.3amended
This application proposes to amend both the former City of North York Zoning By-law 7625 and City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit a private school and existing day nursery in a standalone building at 3072, 3078 and 3080 Bayview Avenue. There is no construction or alterations to the existing buildings proposed as part of the application. The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and conforms with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020) and the City of Toronto's Official Plan. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-laws. The proposal would permit a private school as-of-right, whereas a private school is currently permitted as a legal non-conforming use under Zoning By-law 569-2013. The permissions for the day nursery would permit the existing day nursery which is located in a standalone building. Day nurseries are permitted in both Zoning By-laws 7625 and 569-2013 provided it's within a building with another use, including a public school, private school, place of worship, community centre, or library. The application seeks to maintain the existing scale of these uses as there is no construction proposed that would increase the scale or intensity. The proposed institutional uses are recognized in the Official Plan for playing an important role in the rhythm of daily life in Neighbourhoods.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the former City of North York Zoning By-law 7625, as amended, for the lands at 3072, 3078 and 3080 Bayview Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 6 to this report, from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 3072, 3078 and 3080 Bayview Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 7 to this report, from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required. 4. City Council request the applicant establish an ongoing Community Liaison Committee to address ongoing community concerns and challenges.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend the former City of North York Zoning By-law 7625, as amended, for the lands at 3072, 3078 and 3080 Bayview Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 6 to this report, from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 3072, 3078 and 3080 Bayview Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 7 to this report, from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required.
NY26.4adopted
Final Report - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - 241 to 243 Finch Avenue East
This application proposes to amend the City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 and the former City of North York Zoning By-law No. 7625 to permit a three-storey townhouse development within one block containing eight units at 241 to 243 Finch Avenue East. The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and conforms to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020), the Official Plan and the Central Finch Area Secondary Plan. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the zoning by-laws for the site. The proposal represents an appropriate level of intensification along Finch Avenue East as contemplated by the Central Finch Area Secondary Plan, while providing a transition to the existing lower scaled residential neighbourhood to the south.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law No. 7625, as amended, for the lands at 241 to 243 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to this report. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 241 to 243 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law No. 7625, as amended, for the lands at 241 to 243 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to this report. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 241 to 243 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendments as may be required.
NY26.5adopted
This application proposes to amend the City of Toronto Official Plan and Map 21-8 of the Yonge-Eglinton Secondary Plan to redesignate the lands at 20 Castlefield Avenue, 565 Duplex Avenue and 567 Duplex Avenue from Neighbourhoods to Parks and Open Space. The subject lands are currently being operated as a surface pay-parking lot by the Toronto Parking Authority (TPA) and contains 163 pay parking spaces. The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020),conforms with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020) and is consistent with the general intent of the Official Plan and Yonge Eglinton Secondary Plan This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and the Yonge Eglinton Secondary Plan. This is aligned with the direction given by City Council in January 2020 to redesignate the subject lands to Parks and Open Space Areas. The redesignation of the subject lands to Parks and Open Space Areas will provide the Yonge-Eglinton Area with additional park and open space.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 20 Castlefield Avenue, 565 Duplex Avenue and 567 Duplex Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to this report. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 20 Castlefield Avenue, 565 Duplex Avenue and 567 Duplex Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 6 to this report. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment as may be required.
NY26.6adopted
An application for a Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion permit under Chapter 667 of the Municipal Code has been filed for the residential and commercial properties at 1894, 1898-1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West. This Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion application proposes to demolish ten (10) existing residential rental units and replace them on-site as part of a new development. The proposed development includes all properties from 1886-1920 Eglinton Avenue West and would result in a 9-storey residential building with one-hundred and ninety-four (194) purpose-built rental dwelling units, inclusive of the replacement of the ten rental replacement units. This report reviews and recommends approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code. The report also provides recommendation to exempt the proposed development from By-law No. 3102-95 of the former City of York and to issue Demolition Permits under By-law No. 3102-95 of the former City of York, and allow for the demolition of the non-rental residential units and commercial units under Section 33 of the Planning Act, and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application File 20 198558 NNY 08 RH in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 which allows for the demolition of ten (10) existing rental dwelling units located at 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, subject to the following conditions: a. The owner shall provide and maintain ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each replacement rental dwelling unit is first occupied and, during which time, no application may be submitted to the City for condominium registration, or for any other conversion to a non-rental housing purpose, or for demolition without providing for replacement during , at minimum, the 20 year period; the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units shall be comprised of five (5) one-bedroom units, three (3) two-bedroom units, and two (2) three-bedroom units, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City Planning Division dated June 2, 2021, attached as Attachment 3 to this report. Any revision to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; b. The owner shall, as part of the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a above, provide all ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units at affordable rents, as currently defined in the City's Official Plan, all for a period of at least 10 years beginning from the date of first occupancy of each unit; c. The owner shall provide and maintain all new residential dwelling units as new secured rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each new secured rental dwelling unit is first occupied, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City Planning Division dated June 2, 2021, attached as Attachment 3 to this report. Any revision to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; d. The owner shall provide an acceptable tenant relocation and assistance plan for all Eligible Tenants of the ten (10) existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished at 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the replacement rental dwelling units at similar rents and other assistance to mitigate hardship. The tenant relocation and assistance plan shall be developed in consultation with, and to the satisfaction of, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; e. The owner shall provide tenants of all ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units with access to, and use of, all indoor and outdoor amenities in the proposed nine-storey mixed-use building at no extra charge. Access to, and use of, these amenities shall be on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the building without the need to pre-book or pay a fee, unless specifically required as a customary practice for private bookings; f. The owner shall provide and maintain a common laundry room on the 2nd floor of the proposed mixed-use building, which shall be equipped with at least three (3) washers and three (3) dryers, and to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; g. The owner shall provide central air conditioning in each of the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units within the proposed mixed-use building on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed mixed-use building and to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; h. The owner shall provide and make available for rent a minimum of four (4) vehicle parking spaces to tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units; i. The owner shall provide tenants of the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units with access to all bicycle and visitor parking on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed mixed-use building; j. The owner shall provide ten (10) storage lockers to tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units to the satisfaction of, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and k. The owner shall enter into, and register on title 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, one or more agreement(s), to secure the conditions outlined in Recommendations 1.a. through 1.j. above, including an agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division. 2. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 for the demolition of the ten (10) existing rental dwelling units located at 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West after all the following have occurred: a. All conditions in Recommendation 1 above have been fully satisfied and secured; b. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or their designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; c. The issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permit) for the approved development on the site; d. The owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant; and e. The execution and registration of an agreement pursuant to Section 45(9) of the Planning Act securing Recommendations 1.a. through 1.k. above 3. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 2 above. 4. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 2 above, which may be included in the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 pursuant to section 6.2 of Chapter 363, on condition that: a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition; b. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building; c. The owner erects the proposed mixed-use building on the site no later than four (4) years from the date that the demolition of such building commences, subject to the timeframe being extended to the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and d. Should the owner fail to complete the proposed mixed-use building within the time specified in Recommendation 4.c. above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector's roll, as with municipal property taxes, an amount equal to the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) per dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such amount shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the Residential Demolition Permit is issued. 5. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take such actions as are necessary to implement City Council's decision, including execution of the Section 111 Agreement and other related agreements. 6. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing buildings at 1886 to 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, pursuant to By-law No. 3102-95 as amended, of the former City of York without the owner entering into a beautification agreement with the City and without any conditions. 7. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act, By-law No. 3102-95 as amended, of the former City of York and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code which allows for the demolition of two (2) non-rental residential units and ten (10) commercial units for 1886, 1890, 1892, 1896, 1910 and 1912 Eglinton Avenue West, on condition that: a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition; b. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or their designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; c. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building; and, d. The owner erects the proposed mixed-use building on the site no later than four (4) years from the date that the demolition of such building commences, subject to the timeframe being extended to the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition Application File 20 198558 NNY 08 RH in accordance with Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 which allows for the demolition of ten (10) existing rental dwelling units located at 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, subject to the following conditions: a. The owner shall provide and maintain ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each replacement rental dwelling unit is first occupied and, during which time, no application may be submitted to the City for condominium registration, or for any other conversion to a non-rental housing purpose, or for demolition without providing for replacement during , at minimum, the 20 year period; the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units shall be comprised of five (5) one-bedroom units, three (3) two-bedroom units, and two (2) three-bedroom units, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City Planning Division dated June 2, 2021, attached as Attachment 3 to this report. Any revision to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; b. The owner shall, as part of the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a above, provide all ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units at affordable rents, as currently defined in the City's Official Plan, all for a period of at least 10 years beginning from the date of first occupancy of each unit; c. The owner shall provide and maintain all new residential dwelling units as new secured rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each new secured rental dwelling unit is first occupied, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City Planning Division dated June 2, 2021, attached as Attachment 3 to this report. Any revision to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; d. The owner shall provide an acceptable tenant relocation and assistance plan for all Eligible Tenants of the ten (10) existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished at 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the replacement rental dwelling units at similar rents and other assistance to mitigate hardship. The tenant relocation and assistance plan shall be developed in consultation with, and to the satisfaction of, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; e. The owner shall provide tenants of all ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units with access to, and use of, all indoor and outdoor amenities in the proposed nine-storey mixed-use building at no extra charge. Access to, and use of, these amenities shall be on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the building without the need to pre-book or pay a fee, unless specifically required as a customary practice for private bookings; f. The owner shall provide and maintain a common laundry room on the 2nd floor of the proposed mixed-use building, which shall be equipped with at least three (3) washers and three (3) dryers, and to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; g. The owner shall provide central air conditioning in each of the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units within the proposed mixed-use building on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed mixed-use building and to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; h. The owner shall provide and make available for rent a minimum of four (4) vehicle parking spaces to tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units; i. The owner shall provide tenants of the ten (10) replacement rental dwelling units with access to all bicycle and visitor parking on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed mixed-use building; j. The owner shall provide ten (10) storage lockers to tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units to the satisfaction of, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and k. The owner shall enter into, and register on title 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, one or more agreement(s), to secure the conditions outlined in Recommendations 1.a. through 1.j. above, including an agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division. 2. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, to issue Preliminary Approval of the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 for the demolition of the ten (10) existing rental dwelling units located at 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West after all the following have occurred: a. All conditions in Recommendation 1 above have been fully satisfied and secured; b. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or their designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; c. The issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permit) for the approved development on the site; d. The owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant; and e. The execution and registration of an agreement pursuant to Section 45(9) of the Planning Act securing Recommendations 1.a. through 1.k. above 3. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 2 above. 4. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 1894, 1898 to 1908, 1914 to 1918, and 1920 Eglinton Avenue West after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given Preliminary Approval referred to in Recommendation 2 above, which may be included in the Rental Housing Demolition Permit under Chapter 667 pursuant to section 6.2 of Chapter 363, on condition that: a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition; b. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building; c. The owner erects the proposed mixed-use building on the site no later than four (4) years from the date that the demolition of such building commences, subject to the timeframe being extended to the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and d. Should the owner fail to complete the proposed mixed-use building within the time specified in Recommendation 4.c. above, the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector's roll, as with municipal property taxes, an amount equal to the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) per dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that such amount shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the Residential Demolition Permit is issued. 5. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take such actions as are necessary to implement City Council's decision, including execution of the Section 111 Agreement and other related agreements. 6. City Council approve the application to demolish the existing buildings at 1886 to 1920 Eglinton Avenue West, pursuant to By-law No. 3102-95 as amended, of the former City of York without the owner entering into a beautification agreement with the City and without any conditions. 7. City Council authorize the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to issue a Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act, By-law No. 3102-95 as amended, of the former City of York and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code which allows for the demolition of two (2) non-rental residential units and ten (10) commercial units for 1886, 1890, 1892, 1896, 1910 and 1912 Eglinton Avenue West, on condition that: a. The owner removes all debris and rubble from the site immediately after demolition; b. The issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or their designate, pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; c. The owner erects solid construction hoarding to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building; and, d. The owner erects the proposed mixed-use building on the site no later than four (4) years from the date that the demolition of such building commences, subject to the timeframe being extended to the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division.
NY26.7adopted
This application proposes to lift the Holding (H) symbol for the lands municipally known as 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West. This amendment would allow for the development of a 10-storey mixed-use building with 134 Residential units and 427 square metres of commercial space at grade. The existing site-specific Zoning By-law contains a Holding (H) symbol due to existing sanitary capacity issues. A solution for the sanitary capacity issues has been identified and the contract for the works has been awarded. As such, the Chief Engineer and Executive Director of Engineering and Construction Services is satisfied that the works will be completed before occupancy of this project and is satisfied that the Hold can be lifted. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to lift the Holding (H) Symbol for the lands at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West. The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020) and conforms with A Place to Grow: Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe (2020). The redevelopment proposal is in keeping with the Official Plan and the Sheppard West/Dublin Secondary Plan. By lifting the hold the Council-approved development can proceed.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 4 to this report (August 20, 2021) from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District. 2. City Council amend former City of North York Zoning By-No. 7625, as amended, for the lands at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to this report (August 20, 2021) from the Acting Director, Community Planning, North York District. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-laws as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 4 to this report. 2. City Council amend former City of North York Zoning By-No. 7625, as amended, for the lands at 700, 702, 714 and 716 Sheppard Avenue West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-laws as may be required.
NY26.8referred
This report provides information and identifies a preliminary set of issues regarding the application located at 3280 Dufferin Street and 12 to 16 Orfus Road. The application proposes to demolish the two existing commercial buildings and redevelop the site with an 8-14 storey mixed-use building with retail at grade fronting Dufferin Street. A total gross floor area of 28,892 square metres including 246 square metres of retail space, floor space index of 5.6, and 352 residential dwelling units are proposed. A total of 209 vehicle parking spaces and 304 bicycle parking spaces are proposed. A private driveway and a public park are proposed at the western and northeastern portions of the site respectively. Staff are currently reviewing the application. It has been circulated to all appropriate agencies and City divisions for comment. Staff will proceed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the application with the Ward Councillor.
North York Community Council: 1. Referred this Item back to staff for a report back once a Community Services Facilities Study as set out under Chapter 3 of the Official Plan, has been submitted to and considered by the Ward Councillor, setting out the accumulated effect of this and other area proposals in the pipeline with regards to the adequacy of community structures, such as, but not limited to: social services and infrastructure, schools, child care centres, publicly accessible meeting and community space, and public libraries.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. Staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 3280 Dufferin Street and 12 to 16 Orfus Road together with the Ward Councillor. 2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant.
NY26.9adopted
This report provides information and identifies a preliminary set of issues regarding the applications submitted at 124 Broadway Avenue. The Zoning By-law Amendment application proposes a 38-storey residential tower with 546 residential units. An associated application for Rental Housing Demolition seeks approval to demolish the existing 86 rental dwelling units, which would be replaced as part of the proposed development. Staff are currently reviewing the applications. They have been circulated to all appropriate agencies and City divisions for comment. Staff will proceed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the application with the Ward Councillor.
North York Community Council directed that: 1. Staff be directed to coordinate the review of this application with the Council-directed Midtown Zoning Review with respect to area-specific zoning directions on the block bounded by Mount Pleasant Road to the east, Broadway Avenue to the south, Redpath Avenue to the west and Erskine Avenue to the north, or for the Redpath Park Street Loop Character Area as a whole. 2. Staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 124 Broadway Avenue together with the Ward Councillor. 3. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. Staff be directed to coordinate the review of this application with the Council-directed Midtown Zoning Review with respect to area-specific zoning directions on the block bounded by Mount Pleasant Road to the east, Broadway Avenue to the south, Redpath Avenue to the west and Erskine Avenue to the north, or for the Redpath Park Street Loop Character Area as a whole. 2. Staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 124 Broadway Avenue together with the Ward Councillor. 3. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant.
NY26.10amended
This report provides information and identifies a preliminary set of issues regarding the applications located at 1 to 3 Concorde Gate and 10 to 12 Concorde Place. The Rezoning Application and associated Plan of Subdivision application propose to demolish the existing office buildings on the lands at 1 to 3 Concorde Gate and 10 to 12 Concorde Place. The applications propose to redevelop the lands with five residential and mixed-use buildings consisting of nine towers ranging in height from 40 to 52 storeys. Overall, the application proposes a total of 4,086 dwelling units, 307,004 square metres of residential space, 841 square metres of retail space, and 437 square metres of community space. The overall gross floor area proposed is 308,284 square metres, which results in an overall density of 9.95 for the lands. A Plan of Subdivision application has been submitted as the proposal includes two new public parks located at the north and south ends of the site, fronting onto Concorde Place, which will have a combined area of 3,690 square metres. Additionally, a new L-shaped public street is proposed to bisect the 10-12 Concorde Place property in a north-south direction. Staff recommend that a Focused Area Study be undertaken for the area bounded by the Don Valley Parkway to the west, the CPR rail to the north, Eglinton Avenue East to the south, and the Charles Sauriol Conservation Area to the east, as a result of the significant scale of development proposals in the area. The local area study would develop a planning framework, including a set of policies to guide development for a complete community, which supports the Mixed Use Areas, Apartment Neighbourhoods and Natural Areas designations. Staff are currently reviewing the applications. The applications have been circulated to all appropriate agencies and City divisions for comment. Staff will proceed to schedule a virtual community consultation meeting for the applications in consultation with the Ward Councillor.
North York Community Council directed that: 1. Staff schedule a virtual community consultation meeting for the applications located at 1 to 3 Concorde Gate, and 10 to 12 Concorde Place together with the Ward Councillor. 2. Notice for the virtual community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant. 3. Staff undertake a Focused Area Study of the area bound by the Don Valley Parkway to the west, the CPR rail to the north, Eglinton Avenue East to the south, and the Charles Sauriol Conservation Area to the east. 4. Direct staff to review the applications concurrently and within the context of the Focused Area Study. 5. Direct staff to consider, and report back in October 2021, on extending the boundary of the Focus Area Study to include 197, 205, and 215 Wynford Drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. Staff schedule a virtual community consultation meeting for the applications located at 1 to 3 Concorde Gate, and 10 to 12 Concorde Place together with the Ward Councillor. 2. Notice for the virtual community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant. 3. Staff undertake a Focused Area Study of the area bound by the Don Valley Parkway to the west, the CPR rail to the north, Eglinton Avenue East to the south, and the Charles Sauriol Conservation Area to the east. 4. Direct staff to review the applications concurrently and within the context of the Focused Area Study.
NY26.11amended
This report provides information and identifies a preliminary set of issues regarding the applications located at 3377 Bayview Avenue (the "Site"). These application propose 15 residential and mixed use buildings, most of which would range in height from 5 to 8 storeys, with three buildings having 12 to 20 storeys. These buildings would accommodate 1,504 residential units, of which 50% are proposed to be affordable rental, and 50% are proposed to be market rental. A total of 1,385 square metres of new non-residential gross floor area is proposed, including a daycare, restaurant, and flexible use spaces. A new public street running east-west is proposed at the south end of the site, connecting to Bayview Avenue at the existing signalized intersection, with a series of private streets throughout the balance of the site. The majority of the existing Tyndale University building is proposed to be retained, and would continue to operate. Tyndale University would continue to own the entire lands, including the proposed residential. Staff are currently reviewing these applications. They have been circulated to all appropriate agencies and City divisions for comment. Staff will proceed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the application with the Ward Councillor.
North York Community Council directed that: 1. Staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 3377 Bayview Avenue together with the Ward Councillor. 2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within the boundaries bound by Steeles Avenue to the north, the hydro corridor to the south, Maxome Avenue to the west, Leslie Street to the east, including the Bluffwood community at Steeles Avenue of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant. 3. Staff establish a Community Working Group to address the issues identified in the Community Consultation Meeting, to be comprised of City staff, representatives for the application, and community group representatives, in consultation with the local Councillor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. Staff schedule a community consultation meeting for the application located at 3377 Bayview Avenue together with the Ward Councillor. 2. Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the application site, and to additional residents, institutions and owners to be determined in consultation with the Ward Councillor, with any additional mailing costs to be borne by the applicant.
NY26.12adopted
Allen East District Public Art Strategy
The purpose of this staff report is to seek City Council approval of the Allen East Public Art Strategy. The plan, which is included as Attachment 1 of this report, outlines the method by which the owner will commission public art. The Public Art Strategy provides a framework and description of the commissioning of public art including: introduction and background; project team; development context; site context; project objectives; public art typologies; public art opportunities; art selection process; maintenance provision for public artworks; funding and implementation; conclusion; and next steps. The attached plan meets the objectives of the City's Percent for Public Art Guidelines and is supported by the Toronto Public Art Commission (TPAC).
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the Allen East Public Art Strategy as attached (Attachment 1) to the report dated August 18, 2021 from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council approve the Allen East Public Art Strategy as attached (Attachment 1) to the report dated August 18, 2021 from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning.
NY26.13adopted
Accessible Parking Space - Deloraine Avenue
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of an on-street accessible parking space on the north side of Deloraine Avenue.
North York Community Council: 1. Designated an on-street accessible parking space in effect at all times on the north side of Deloraine Avenue, between a point 20 metres west of Ridley Boulevard/Jedburgh Road and a point 5.5 metres further west.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council designate an on-street accessible parking space in effect at all times on the north side of Deloraine Avenue, between a point 20 metres west of Ridley Boulevard/Jedburgh Road and a point 5.5 metres further west.
NY26.14adopted
Accessible Parking Spaces - Whitmore Avenue
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of on-street accessible parking spaces on both sides of Whitmore Avenue, east of Jimmy Wisdom Way. The accessible parking spaces will alternate from one side of the street to the other with the existing alternate side parking.
North York Community Council: 1. Designated an accessible parking space to operate from the 16th day of each month to the last day of each month, April 1st to November 30th on the north side of Whitmore Avenue, between a point 40.5 metres east of Jimmy Wisdom Way and a point 5.5 metres further east. 2. Designated an accessible parking space to operate from the 1st day of each month to the 15th day of each month, April 1st to November 30th and December 1st to March 31st on the south side of Whitmore Avenue, between a point 47.5 metres east of Jimmy Wisdom Way and a point 5.5 metres further east.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council designate an accessible parking space to operate from the 16th day of each month to the last day of each month, April 1st to November 30th on the north side of Whitmore Avenue, between a point 40.5 metres east of Jimmy Wisdom Way and a point 5.5 metres further east. 2. North York Community Council designate an accessible parking space to operate from the 1st day of each month to the 15th day of each month, April 1st to November 30th and December 1st to March 31st on the south side of Whitmore Avenue, between a point 47.5 metres east of Jimmy Wisdom Way and a point 5.5 metres further east.
NY26.15forwarded without recommendation
Construction Staging Area - 1408 to 1420 Bayview Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Bayview Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. 1414 Bayview Dev Gp Inc. is constructing an eight-storey condominium with ground floor retail at 1408 to 1420 Bayview Avenue. The site is located on the west side of Bayview Avenue between Balliol Street and Merton Street. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close the west sidewalk and a portion of the southbound curb lane on Bayview Avenue for a period of 12 months (i.e. October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022) to accommodate a construction staging area. Pedestrian operations on the west side of Bayview Avenue will be maintained in a 1.5 metre-wide covered and protected walkway within the closed portion of the existing lane. The construction staging area on Bayview Avenue will result in the loss of one southbound traffic lane. There will still be one 3.3 metre-wide southbound lane for traffic and there will be no impact on the two northbound lanes for traffic.
North York Community Council: 1. Forwarded the item to City Council without recommendation.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk and the southbound curb lane on Bayview Avenue, between a point 26 metres south of Balliol Street and a point 49 metres further south, from October 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022. 2. City Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Bayview Avenue, between a point 26 metres south of Balliol Street and a point 49 metres further south. 3. City Council rescind the existing no stopping regulation in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the west side of Bayview Avenue, between a point 26 metres south of Balliol Street and a point 49 metres further south. 4. City Council rescind the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation, in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, on the west side of Bayview Avenue, between a point 26 metres south of Balliol Street and a point 49 metres further south. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Bayview Avenue, between a point 26 metres south of Balliol Street and a point 49 metres further south. 6. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkways have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 9. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety is considered at all times. 10. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 13. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 14. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 15. City Council direct that Bayview Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
NY26.16referred
Construction Staging Area - 146 to 150 Laird Drive
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Laird Drive, City Council approval of this report is required. Maystar General Contractors Inc. is constructing an eight-storey retirement home at 146 to 150 Laird Drive. The site is located on the west side of Laird Drive between McRae Drive/ Wicksteed Avenue and Commercial Road. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close the west sidewalk on Laird Drive for a period of 39 months (i.e. October 1, 2021 to December 31, 2024) to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the west side of Laird Drive abutting the site will be restricted and pedestrians will be directed to the east side sidewalk of Laird Drive. In addition, Transportation Services is requesting approval to close a portion of the southbound curb lane on Laird Drive for a period of 24 months (i.e. October 1, 2021 to October 1, 2023) to accommodate a construction staging area. The contractor may be required to occupy the curb lane on a daily basis beyond October 1 2023, for which daily street occupation permits would be issued. Southbound traffic will be maintained in one 3.7-metre-wide lane and there will be no impact on the two northbound traffic lanes.
North York Community Council: 1. Referred the Item back to staff and directed the Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services to: a. report back once the developer establishes a Construction Liaison Committee with neighbourhood representatives; b. explore options to shorten the timeline for the proposed sidewalk and lane closures, with a view to prioritizing pedestrian safety and eliminating the sidewalk closure if possible; and c. work with the community and developer to establish an immediate strategy to mitigate potential traffic infiltration on nearby residential streets and improve traffic flow on Laird Drive for the duration of the lane and sidewalk closure.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk on Laird Drive, between a point 38 metres south of McRae Drive/ Wicksteed Avenue and a point 135 metres further south, from October 1, 2021 to December 31, 2024. 2. City Council authorize the closure of the southbound curb lane on Laird Drive, between a point 38 metres south of McRae Drive/ Wicksteed Avenue and a point 135 metres further south, from October 1, 2021 to October 1, 2023. 3. City Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect on Saturdays and Sundays on the west side of Laird Drive between McRae Drive/ Wicksteed Avenue and a point 173 metres south. 4. City Council rescind the existing no stopping regulation in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday to Friday on the west side of Laird Drive between McRae Drive/ Wicksteed Avenue and a point 173 metres south. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Laird Drive between McRae Drive/ Wicksteed Avenue and a point 173 metres south. 6. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 8. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrian, cyclist and motorist safety is considered at all times. 9. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 10. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 11. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 12. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 13. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 14. City Council direct that Laird Drive be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
NY26.17adopted
Pedestrian Crossing Protection - Greenfield Avenue between Yonge Street and Doris Avenue
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. As per conditions of approval for the development at 4841 to 4881 Yonge Street, 2 and 50 Sheppard Avenue East, and 2, 4 and 6 Forest Laneway, a pedestrian crossover (PXO) is to be installed on Greenfield Avenue, approximately 120 metres west of Doris Avenue, with the cost associated with the installation of the PXO to be shared by the City and the proponent. Transportation Services can support the installation of a PXO on Greenfield Avenue, approximately 120 metres west of Doris Avenue, as it will provide enhanced safety for vulnerable road users and is justified based on the assessment undertaken.
North York Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Greenfield Avenue at a point approximately 120 metres west of Doris Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. North York Community Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Greenfield Avenue at a point approximately 120 metres west of Doris Avenue.
NY26.18adopted
Right-Turn-on-Red Prohibition - Cummer Avenue and Willowdale Avenue
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Willowdale Avenue and Cummer Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval for a right-turn-on-red prohibition at all times for westbound motorists on Cummer Avenue at Willowdale Avenue. During the course of the investigation, it was noted that there is a discrepancy between posted signs and the existing regulations in Municipal Code Chapter 950. Recommendation 1 will correct this inconsistency.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit westbound right turns on a red signal at all times at the intersection of Cummer Avenue at Willowdale Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit westbound right turns on a red signal at all times at the intersection of Cummer Avenue at Willowdale Avenue.
NY26.19adopted
Flint Road East Side - No Stopping Prohibition Request
Companies operating along the west side of Flint Rd., south of Martin Ross Ave., have experienced problematic parking behaviour along Flint Rd. The lack of proper signage and regulations previously allowed drivers to park, and on instances, abandon commercial vehicles along the east side of Flint Rd. blocking access in and out of the multiple driveways servicing the addresses of 350 and 400 Flint Rd. These parked vehicles also constantly block the bike sharrows along the street. It is because of the previously highlighted reasons that a change to on-street parking regulations, along the east side of Flint Rd., was adopted by North York Community Council on September 16h, 2019 (NY8.43). The adopted on-street parking regulation gave Parking Enforcement the authority to ticket and discourage commercial vehicles from parking and abandoning commercial trailers on the road. Unfortunately, the selfish parking behaviour has continued to take place even when the vehicle owners are ticketed every month. It is because of the previously highlighted reasons that a change to on-street parking regulations, along the east side of Flint Rd., south of Martin Ross Ave., has been requested by the affected businesses and Toronto Parking Enforcement. My office is then requesting turning the No-Parking At All Times regulation into a No-Stopping At All Times prohibition. The new No-Stopping regulation will give Parking Enforcement the ability to easily tow vehicles away from the area.
North York Community Council: 1. Rescinded the parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Flint Road, between the south end of Flint Road and a point 238 metres south of Martin Ross Avenue. 2. Prohibited stopping at all times on the east side of Flint Road, between the south end of Flint Road and Martin Ross Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Pasternak recommends that North York Community Council: 1. Rescind the parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Flint Road, between the south end of Flint Road and a point 238 metres south of Martin Ross Avenue. 2. Prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Flint Road, between the south end of Flint Road and Martin Ross Avenue.
NY26.20amended
Traffic Calming - King High Avenue
King High Avenue, a residential street intersecting a major road (Wilson Ave), has and continues to face serious traffic and pedestrian safety issues in its current configuration. With a speed limit of 40 km/h, municipal sidewalks solely on the east side of the road, and a pavement width of 8.5 metres, well above City Standards, King High Avenue experiences a substantial amount of reckless and dangerous cut through traffic during peak hours on a daily basis. The residents of King High have collectively voiced their concerns for over several years now, patiently waiting for the City to address the issue as soon as possible. We have engaged City of Toronto Transportation staff, to install new all-way compulsory stop control, left turn restrictions and investigate pavement markings on King High Avenue.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit eastbound left turns Monday to Friday, between 7 am to 9 am, at the intersection of Allingham Gardens and Wilson Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Pasternak recommends that North York Community Council: 1. Authorize a study for an all-way compulsory stop control at King High Avenue and Robbie Avenue. 2. Prohibit eastbound left turns Monday to Friday, between 7 am to 9 am, at the intersection of Allingham Gardens and Wilson Avenue. 3. Request that the General Manager, Transportation Services, investigate the feasibility of using pavement markings to separate traffic travelling in opposite directions and demarcate narrow lanes on King High Avenue between Allingham Gardens and Invermay Avenue.
NY26.21amended
Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Measures - Stanley Greene Neighbourhood
As the Stanley Greene subdivision approaches completion and the new residential units become occupied, vehicular and pedestrian traffic within the neighbourhood has rapidly increased. As a result, my office has heard from several members of the community which are requesting more effective road safety measures. The request comes after collisions and close calls became more frequent in the neighbourhood as of late. The roads and sidewalks within the Stanley Greene subdivision have yet to be assumed by the City. While we wait for the assumption process to unfold, my office believes that these pressing traffic safety issues must be addressed as soon as possible. We have engaged the current subdivision owner, Canada Lands Company, and City of Toronto Transportation staff, to install new all-way compulsory stop controls and pedestrian crossings at three heavily used intersections and to reduce the speed limits along local roads.
North York Community Council: 1. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on the following road segments: a. Caroline Carpenter Grove, between Locust Lodge Gardens and John Perkins Bull Drive; b. Frederick Tisdale Drive, between Downsview Park Boulevard and John Perkins Bull Drive; c. George Butchart Drive, between Keele Street and Downsview Park Boulevard; d. John Perkins Bull Drive, between Stanley Greene Boulevard and Frederick Tisdale Drive; e. Locust Lodge Gardens, between Stanley Greene Boulevard and Frederick Tisdale Drive; f. Sarah Jackson Crescent, between Thomas Mulholland Drive and William Duncan Road; g. Stanley Greene Boulevard, between Downsview Park Boulevard and the southerly limit of Stanley Greene Boulevard; h. Thomas Mulholland Drive, between Stanley Greene Boulevard and William Duncan Road; and i. William Duncan Road, between Downsview Park Boulevard and the southerly limit of William Duncan Road.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Pasternak recommends that North York Community Council: 1. Authorize all-way compulsory stop control at the following intersections: a. Downsview Park Boulevard and William Duncan Road; b. Downsview Park Boulevard and Frederick Tisdale Drive; and c. Frederick Tisdale Drive and Thomas Mulholland Drive. 2. Reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on the following road segments: a. Caroline Carpenter Grove, between Locust Lodge Gardens and John Perkins Bull Drive; b. Frederick Tisdale Drive, between Downsview Park Boulevard and John Perkins Bull Drive; c. George Butchart Drive, between Keele Street and Downsview Park Boulevard; d. John Perkins Bull Drive, between Stanley Greene Boulevard and Frederick Tisdale Drive; e. Locust Lodge Gardens, between Stanley Greene Boulevard and Frederick Tisdale Drive; f. Sarah Jackson Crescent, between Thomas Mulholland Drive and William Duncan Road; g. Stanley Greene Boulevard, between Downsview Park Boulevard and the southerly limit of Stanley Greene Boulevard; h. Thomas Mulholland Drive, between Stanley Greene Boulevard and William Duncan Road; and i. William Duncan Road, between Downsview Park Boulevard and the southerly limit of William Duncan Road.
NY26.22deferred
Pathway from Westgate Boulevard into Earl Bales Ravine - Naming Suggestions
There is a pathway located in the Armour Heights neighbourhood, starting at Westgate Boulevard and leading into the Earl Bales Ravine, which is an extremely important and vital public space for the local community. Over the years, the path has been paved and extended throughout Earl Bales Park becoming a popular and frequented route by residents, visitors, dog walkers, and hikers from the area. The path and its natural beauty have been and continue to be a great source of pride and inspiration for the community at large. Currently unnamed, the Summit Heights community has mobilized and gathered over 800 signatures to name the pathway after a local resident who passed away last month due to cancer. The resident, Gerald Spring, was an active member of the community and had a profound impact on his family, friends, neighbors, and the broader community. The attached petition and letters of support received by our Office attest to this fact. As a result, naming opportunities for the pathway or nearby alternatives in memory of Gerald Spring should be explored.
North York Community Council: 1. Deferred consideration of the item until the November 23, 2021 meeting of the North York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor James Pasternak recommends that North York Community Council: 1. Request the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation to consult the nearby community and report back on naming the pathway from Westgate Boulevard into the Earl Bales Ravine in memory of Gerald Spring.
NY26.23adopted
Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 171 Avondale Avenue
To obtain North York Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law, to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended. Fire Services use designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.
North York Community Council: 1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Acting Fire Chief and General Manager in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: a. 171 Avondale Avenue. 2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that: 1. North York Community Council designate that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Acting Fire Chief and General Manager in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: a. 171 Avondale Avenue. 2. North York Community Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
NY26.24adopted
Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 777 Lawrence Avenue East
To obtain North York Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law, to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended. Fire Services use designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.
North York Community Council: 1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Acting Fire Chief and General Manager in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: a. 777 Lawrence Avenue East. 2. Authorized the Acting Fire Chief and General Manager and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that: 1. North York Community Council designate that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Acting Fire Chief and General Manager in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: a. 777 Lawrence Avenue East. 2. North York Community Council authorize the Acting Fire Chief and General Manager and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
NY26.25adopted
Inclusion on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register - 22 Lytton Boulevard
This report recommends that City Council include the property at 22 Lytton Boulevard on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register for its cultural heritage value. The subject property is west of Yonge Street within the Lytton Park neighbourhood, and is situated prominently on the north side of Lytton Boulevard. It contains a one-and-a-half-storey cross-gable brick house constructed c.1913 for the contractor Albert H. Garrett, and was one of the first houses constructed within the Alexandra Gardens Subdivision. The house is a unique and representative example of the Tudor Revival style, with craftsman elements. 22 Lytton Boulevard represents the first wave of development within the Alexandra Gardens Subdivision, which was registered by Edward Bentley Stockdale in 1910 and included Lytton Boulevard, Alexandra Boulevard and Strathallan Boulevard, west of Yonge Street. It is one of the few surviving pre-World War I houses within the subdivision and the larger Lytton Park Neighbourhood, and along with nearby properties on the Heritage Register, including the Snider House at 744 Duplex Avenue and the Webster house at 42 Lytton Boulevard, the property at 22 Lytton Boulevard plays a significant role in supporting and maintaining the character of the area. A Committee of Adjustment application was submitted for this property on August 8th proposing demolition of the existing house and a replacement structure. Properties on the Heritage Register will be conserved and maintained in accordance with the Official Plan Heritage Policies.
North York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council include the property at 22 Lytton Boulevard on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion), attached as Attachment 3 to the report (August 12, 2021) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council include the property at 22 Lytton Boulevard on the City of Toronto's Heritage Register in accordance with the Listing Statement (Reasons for Inclusion), attached as Attachment 3 to the report (August 12, 2021) from the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning.