Toronto and East York Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 85 items in the clerk’s order. Each carries the city’s own words: the staff recommendation, what the body decided, and its status. Nothing below is written by us.
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TE9.1adopted
This report recommends that the name "Michelle Senayah Lane" be approved to identify an existing public lane located North of Bloor Street West, extending between Margueretta Street and Brock Avenue. This naming proposal complies with the City of Toronto Street Naming Policy which can be found at https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/street-naming/ This naming proposal is in alignment with the objectives of the Guiding Principles for Commemoration in the Public Realm.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the name "Michelle Senayah Lane" for a public lane located North of Bloor Street West, extending between Margueretta Street and Brock Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Engineering and Construction Services and Economic Development and Culture recommend that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approve the name "Michelle Senayah Lane" for a public lane located North of Bloor Street West, extending between Margueretta Street and Brock Avenue.
TE9.2adopted
Naming of a Public Lane East of Saint Paul Street, Extending southerly of North Star Way
This report recommends that the name "Henry Box Brown Lane" be approved to identify an existing public lane located east of St Paul Street, extending southerly of North Star Way. This naming proposal complies with the City of Toronto Street Naming Policy which can be found at https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2022/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-228155.pdf This naming proposal is in alignment with the objectives of the Guiding Principles for Commemoration in the Public Realm.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the name "Henry Box Brown Lane" for an existing public lane located east of St Paul Street, extending southerly of North Star Way.
Staff recommendation as filed
Engineering and Construction Services and Economic Development and Culture recommend that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approve the name "Henry Box Brown Lane" for an existing public lane located east of St Paul Street, extending southerly of North Star Way.
TE9.3adopted
This report recommends that the name "Chan Lane" be approved to identify an existing Public Lane located north of Danforth Avenue, extending between Donlands Avenue and Caithness Avenue. This naming proposal complies with the City of Toronto Street Naming Policy which can be found at https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2022/ex/bgrd/backgroundfile-228155.pdf This naming proposal is in alignment with the objectives of the Guiding Principles for Commemoration in the Public Realm.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the name "Chan Lane" for an existing Public Lane located north of Danforth Avenue, extending between Donlands Avenue and Caithness Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
Engineering and Construction Services and Economic Development and Culture recommend that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approve the name "Chan Lane" for an existing Public Lane located north of Danforth Avenue, extending between Donlands Avenue and Caithness Avenue.
TE9.4adopted
2760 Dundas Street West - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This application proposes to construct a new 6 storey mixed-use building at 2760 Dundas Street West with 28 dwelling units and 114 square metres of commercial space at grade. One level of underground parking with a total of 16 parking spaces is also proposed. 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). This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law. The mixed-use building is an appropriate scale for the site, fits within the existing and planned context and is an example of high quality design that will set a positive precedent for future development in the area.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 2760 Dundas Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. submit a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and b. enter into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the accepted Functional Servicing Report by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 2760 Dundas Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the owner to: a. submit a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and b. enter into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the accepted Functional Servicing Report by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required.
TE9.5adopted
This application proposes to construct a new 11 storey mixed-use building at 403 Keele Street and 48-50 Heintzman Street with 280 rental dwellings units and 265 square metres of commercial space at grade. One level of underground parking with a total of 23 parking spaces is also proposed. 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). This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law. The mixed-use building is an appropriate scale for the site, provides an appropriate transition to the lower scaled Neighbourhoods along Heintzman Street and is of example of high quality design that will set a positive precedent for future development in the area.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 403 Keele Street and 48-50 Heintzman Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 403 Keele Street and 48-50 Heintzman Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.6adopted
209 Mavety Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013, to permit a Community Health Centre at 209 Mavety Street through an interior retrofit and renovation of the existing building. In 2021, City Council authorized the City to enter into a Community Space Tenancy lease with Four Villages Community Health Centre for the City-owned space located at 209 Mavety Street. The Four Village Community Health Centre is a not-for-profit organization that delivers a range of health services and health promotion programs to residents living in Toronto West such as the Roncesvalles, Swansea, Bloor West, and the Junction Area communities. The services and programs offered by the organization focus on the needs of seniors, newcomers, families with children, and youth. The recommended Zoning By-law Amendment is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2020), conforms with the Growth Plan (2020), and represents an appropriate use within the existing and planned context of the neighbourhood.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 209 Mavety Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (October 27, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 209 Mavety Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.7adopted
This application proposes to remove the holding symbol ("H") implemented through Zoning By-law 943-2015 (OMB) for a portion of the larger 158 Sterling Road site known as 150 Sterling Road (Block 3B), to permit the development of a 14-storey mixed-use building with non-residential uses including a 36 space child care facility on the first and second floors. This report outlines the status of the conditions to remove the holding symbol, and recommends approval of the application to amend the zoning by-law and that the amending by-law be brought forward to Council for enactment.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law 943-2015 (OMB), for the lands municipally known as 150 Sterling Road, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 2 to the report (October 26, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law 943-2015 (OMB), for the lands municipally known as 150 Sterling Road, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 2 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.8forwarded without recommendation
8-18 Camden Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a 19-storey (58.15 metres including the mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building with 191 dwelling units and 308 square metres of retail space on the ground floor. The proposed development would result in a built form that fits within the existing and planned context.
The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendations.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend Zoning By-law 569-2013, for the lands at 8-18 Camden Street, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, included as Attachment No. 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.9adopted
317 Dundas Street West - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This application proposes a six-storey addition primarily in the parking area at the southeast corner of the existing Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) site. The addition has a proposed height of 48.35 metres (inclusive of two levels of mechanical penthouse) and will introduce approximately 4,600 square-metres of new gallery space for the AGO. The Grange heritage building and Grange Park make up part of the AGO property and address of 317 Dundas Street West, however these are not subject to this application or the site of any proposed changes. 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 conforms with the Official Plan. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law, as the proposal appropriately fits in its context and offers valuable additional cultural and institutional spaces in the City.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 317 Dundas Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (October 27, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 317 Dundas Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 6 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.10adopted
600 King Street West - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the construction of a 5-storey addition to an existing heritage designated building. The proposal is entirely non-residential, including a restaurant, private club, and hotel uses. The proposed building contains no vehicular parking and nine bicycle parking spaces. 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 proposal results in an appropriate built form that fits with the existing and planned context of the surrounding area, retains the heritage attributes of the site, and provides for additional economic growth.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 600 King Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 8 to the report (October 26, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. submit a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and b. enter into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the accepted Functional Servicing Report by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 600 King Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, included as Attachment 8 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the owner to: a. submit a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and b. enter into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the accepted Functional Servicing Report by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required.
TE9.11adopted
This application proposes to introduce the site into the City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, and to modify the range of permitted uses on the site at 19-21 Ossington Avenue and 19 Rebecca Street to legalize an existing 16-space commercial surface parking lot. No physical changes to the existing building are proposed. 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). This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law. Currently, the site is regulated by former City of Toronto Zoning By-law 438-86, as amended. Introducing the site into City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 will ensure the property is regulated by the most current Zoning By-law while expanding the range of permitted uses to allow for the existing commercial parking lot.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 19-21 Ossington Avenue and 19 Rebecca Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (October 26, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 19-21 Ossington and 19 Rebecca Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.12adopted
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit an 8-storey (26.53 metres, including the mechanical penthouse) residential building with 26 rental dwelling units. The proposed development would result in a built form that fits within the existing and planned context and would provide an expanded and improved public realm. This report recommends a holding provision ("H") be included in the proposed Zoning By-law, to remain in place until such time as the owner has delivered updated servicing reports, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands at 822-838 Richmond Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 5 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 822-838 Richmond Street West substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands at 822-838 Richmond Street West, substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment No. 5 to this report. 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 822-838 Richmond Street West, substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included 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 Amendment as may be required.
TE9.13adopted
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit the addition of 10 and 12 storeys to the previously approved Phases 2 and 3 of the 1-7 Yonge Street development. 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 proposal results in an acceptable built form and increases the number of affordable housing units in Phase 3.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 1-7 Yonge Street substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 10 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 249-2020 for the lands at 1-7 Yonge Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 11 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the Owner to enter into an amending Section 37 Agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; the community benefits to be provided by and at the Owner's expense, and secured through the Zoning By-law Amendment and the required Section 37 Agreement, are as follows: a. an indexed cash contribution of $3,000,000 to be paid or secured as noted below in the amending Section 37 Agreement; the total amounts are indexed upwardly in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto, calculated from the date the amending Section 37 Agreement to the date of payments and is detailed as follows: i. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit the owner shall provide an indexed cash contribution to the City in the amount of $3,000,000 to be allocated to capital improvements which will benefit the community in the vicinity of the project such as, but not limited to, local parkland improvements and/or public realm improvements, and community services and facilities in Ward 10; and ii. in the event that the cash contribution referred to in Part 4.a. above has not been used for the intended purpose within 3 years of this By-law coming into force and effect, the cash contribution may be redirected for another purpose, at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Councillor, provided that the purposes are identified in the Toronto Official Plan and will benefit the community in the vicinity of the lands.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 1-7 Yonge Street, substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 10 to this report. 2. City Council amend Zoning By-law 249-2020 for the lands at 1-7 Yonge Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 11 to this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the Owner to enter into an amending Section 37 Agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. The community benefits to be provided by and at the Owner's expense, and secured through the Zoning By-law Amendment and the required Section 37 Agreement, are as follows: a. An indexed cash contribution of $3,000,000 to be paid or secured as noted below in the amending Section 37 Agreement. The total amounts are indexed upwardly in accordance with the Statistics Canada Non-Residential Construction Price Index for Toronto, calculated from the date the amending Section 37 Agreement to the date of payments and is detailed as follows: i. prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit the owner shall provide an indexed cash contribution to the City in the amount of $3,000,000 to be allocated to capital improvements which will benefit the community in the vicinity of the project such as, but not limited to, local parkland improvements and/or public realm improvements, and community services and facilities in Ward 10; ii. In the event that the cash contribution referred to in Section (a) above has not been used for the intended purpose within 3 years of this By-law coming into force and effect, the cash contribution may be redirected for another purpose, at the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the local Councillor, provided that the purposes are identified in the Toronto Official Plan and will benefit the community in the vicinity of the lands.
TE9.15adopted
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to re-designate the lands at 310 Gerrard Street East from Neighbourhoods to Mixed Use Areas and to permit a 10-storey mixed-use building containing office, retail, and residential uses at 306-310 Gerrard Street East. The proposal includes 194 dwelling units, including affordable rental units in partnership with the City's Open Door Program.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands at 310 Gerrard Street East substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 306-310 Gerrard Street East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 7 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan, for the lands at 310 Gerrard Street East substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 6 to this report. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 306-310 Gerrard Street East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 7 to this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.16adopted
90-94 Isabella Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This report reviews and recommends approval of the Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit the construction of a 220.6-metre (69-storey plus mechanical penthouse) residential building containing 831 units at 90-94 Isabella Street. The site contains two Part IV-designated heritage buildings at 90-92 Isabella Street and 94 Isabella Street. The proposal involves the in-situ retention of the front portions of the existing heritage buildings to a depth of 10 metres and demolition of the rear portions of the buildings. A row of townhouses located at the rear of the site are not heritage-designated and are proposed to be demolished.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 90-94 Isabella Street in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 5 to the revised report (November 14, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. submit a Functional Servicing, Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Report and the Hydrogeological Review Summary Form for review and acceptance to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; b. should it be determined that improvements to private infrastructure are required and acceptable to service the development, provide confirmation that the necessary agreements have been entered into, to satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the General Manager, Toronto Water; c. should it be determined that upgrades to municipal infrastructure and road improvements are required to support the development according to the Transportation Impact Study, accepted by the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Functional Servicing Report, accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, enter into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to municipal infrastructure, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; d. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt Architects Inc. and the Heritage Impact Assessment, dated September 25, 2023 prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 3.e. below, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; e. provide a detailed Conservation Plan prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street prepared by GBCA Architects and dated September 25, 2023, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; f. withdraw their objection to the designation of the property at 94 Isabella Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and g. the owner has, registered on title, an agreement, or similar legal instrument, over 96 Isabella Street, including the City as a party, that ensures that the tower portion of the proposed residential building at 90-94 Isabella Street can achieve the equivalent of a 10-metre tower setback to the east, to contribute to achieving appropriate separation distance to the east, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 90-94 Isabella Street in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment No.5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment, as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary bills to City Council for enactment, require the owner to: a. submit a Functional Servicing, Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Report, and the Hydrogeological Review Summary Form for review and acceptance to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; b. should it be determined that improvements to private infrastructure are required and acceptable to service the development, provide confirmation that the necessary agreements have been entered into, to satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Toronto Water; c. should it be determined that upgrades to municipal infrastructure and road improvements are required to support the development according to the Transportation Impact Study, accepted by the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Functional Servicing Report, accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, enter into a Municipal Infrastructure Agreement to financially secure the construction of any improvements to municipal infrastructure, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services. d. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt Architects Inc. and the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), dated September 25, 2023 prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior. Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 3.e., to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; e. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street prepared by GBCA Architects and dated September 25, 2023, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; f. withdraw their objection to the designation of the property at 94 Isabella Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; g. the owner has, registered on title, an agreement, or similar legal instrument, over 96 Isabella Street, including the City as a party, that ensures that the tower portion of the proposed residential building at 90-94 Isabella Street can achieve the equivalent of a 10-metre tower setback to the east, to contribute to achieving appropriate separation distance to the east, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor.
TE9.17adopted
307 Sherbourne Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
On December 3, 2020, the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (LPAT) approved an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to permit a 15-storey mixed-use building at 307 Sherbourne Street resulting in Official Plan Amendment 446 and site specific Zoning By-law 1192-2020. On September 18, 2023, a Zoning By-law Amendment application was submitted to amend site specific Zoning By-law 1192-2020 to permit a privately owned and operated student residence, increase the number of permitted dwelling units, reduce minimum parking requirements, and increase the maximum permitted building height by 1 metre for the site at 307 Sherbourne Street. All other built form and massing is consistent with the December 3, 2020 LPAT approval. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a 48-metre (including mechanical penthouse) residential building containing 199 student residence dwelling units at 307 Sherbourne Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 1192-2020 for the lands at 307 Sherbourne Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the revised report (November 10, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council amend Schedule B of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to exclude the development located at 307 Sherbourne Street, and any other addresses for the development at 307 Sherbourne Street from Permit Parking Area 7A or from permit parking on Gerrard Street East and Sherbourne Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 1192-2020 for the lands at 307 Sherbourne Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council approve an amendment to Schedule B of the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to exclude the development located at 307 Sherbourne Street, and any other addresses for the development at 307 Sherbourne Street from Permit Parking Area 7A or from permit parking on Gerrard Street East and Sherbourne Street.
TE9.18adopted
383 and 387 Sherbourne Street - Rental Housing Demolition Application - Decision Report - Approval
The application proposes to demolish a 3-storey apartment building containing 44 rental units located at 387 Sherbourne Street. The 44 rental units are proposed to be replaced as part of the new 39-storey building comprised of 346 dwelling units. An adjacent 3-storey apartment building at 383 Sherbourne Street with 32 units is proposed to undergo extensive renovation and be retained on the development site. The properties are also the subject of a Zoning By-law Amendment application (21 189632 STE 13 OZ), which was appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT). The OLT issued a written decision on October 6, 2023, approving the Zoning By-law Amendment in principle, with the final Order being withheld until all outstanding matters, including the necessary agreements with the City, are secured, including the rental housing matters. This report recommends approval of the Rental Housing Demolition application under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code and the Residential Demolition Permit under Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code, subject to conditions to replace the rental housing and provide Tenant Relocation and Assistance.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the Rental Housing Demolition application (21 189637 STE 13 RH) under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to permit the demolition of forty-four (44) existing rental dwelling units at 387 Sherbourne Street, subject to the following conditions: a. the owner shall provide and maintain forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each replacement rental 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; the forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units shall collectively have a total gross floor area of at least 1,820 square metres and be comprised of twenty-two (22) studio units and twenty-two (22) one-bedroom units, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City Planning dated May 19, 2023; and any revision to these plans shall be to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the owner shall, as part of the forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a. above, provide at least fifteen (15) studio and twelve (12) one-bedroom replacement rental dwelling units at affordable rents, as currently defined in the Toronto Official Plan, all for a period of at least ten (10) years beginning from the date of first occupancy of each unit; the rents of the remaining seventeen (17) replacement rental dwelling units shall be unrestricted; c. the owner shall provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to all eligible tenants of the forty-four (44) existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished at 387 Sherbourne Street, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the replacement rental dwelling units at similar rents, and other assistance to lessen 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; e. the owner shall provide tenants of all forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units with access to, and use of, all indoor and outdoor amenities in the proposed development 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 development, 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 ensuite laundry in each replacement rental dwelling unit within the proposed development at no extra charge; g. the owner shall provide central air conditioning in each replacement rental dwelling unit within the proposed development at no extra charge; h. the owner shall provide tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units with access to bicycle and visitor vehicular parking at no charge and on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed development; i. the forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a. above shall be made ready and available for occupancy no later than the date by which seventy percent (70%) of the new dwelling units in the proposed development, exclusive of the replacement rental dwelling units, are made available and ready for occupancy; and j. the owner shall enter into and register on title to the lands at 387 and 383 Sherbourne Street an Agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, to secure the conditions outlined in Recommendations 1.a. through 1.i. above, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 2. City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning 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 forty-four (44) existing rental dwelling units at 387 Sherbourne Street after all the following have occurred: a. all conditions in Recommendation 1 above have been fully satisfied and secured; b. the Zoning By-law Amendment has come into full force and effect; c. the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; d. the issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permits) for the approved development on the site; and e. the owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant. 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 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 387 Sherbourne Street after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning 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 building no later than four (4) years from the date on which the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units commences, subject to the timeframe being extended to the discretion of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and d. should the owner fail to complete the proposed development containing the forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units 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 request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to secure through one or more agreements to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor the owner's obligation to: a. continue to provide and maintain the existing thirty-two (32) rental dwelling units at 383 Sherbourne Street as rental housing for a period of at least 20 years commencing from the date the Zoning By-law Amendment comes into force and effect, with no application for demolition or conversion from residential rental use during the 20-year period, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and b. undertake improvements to the existing rental building, at its sole expense and at no cost to tenants, at 383 Sherbourne Street, as follows: 1. interior renovations of each rental unit including: high-efficiency water upgrades with all toilets converted to low flow and shower fixtures retrofitted, ceiling fans, triple glazed windows, new kitchen appliances, cabinets and plumbing, new flooring, and in-suite laundry in all rental dwelling units; 2. exterior and interior common area renovations including: high-efficiency lighting and new carpet tile in all common areas, brick repair and tuck pointing on the south side exterior wall, front façade improvements, triple glazed windows, and repair of walls for continuous fire separations between suites; and 3. building system upgrades including: new water tank installed, heating upgrades and replacement of steam traps and condensation tank, new intercom system, new fire alarm system, central low energy cooling, new plumbing system, modernized electrical system, and direct ducting for fresh air supply in suites with heat supply; c. the owner shall provide access to new outdoor amenities, indoor amenities, and indoor bicycle parking in the proposed new building for tenants of the existing rental apartment building; and d. the owner shall provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to all Eligible Tenants of the thirty-two (32) retained rental dwelling units at 383 Sherbourne Street, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the retained rental dwelling units at similar rents, the provision of rent gap assistance, and other assistance to lessen 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. 6. 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.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto East York District recommends that: 1. City Council approved the Rental Housing Demolition application (21 189637 STE 13 RH) under Chapter 667 of the Toronto Municipal Code pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 to permit the demolition of forty-four (44) existing rental dwelling units at 387 Sherbourne Street, subject to the following conditions: a. The owner shall provide and maintain forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units on the subject site for a period of at least 20 years beginning from the date that each replacement rental 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. The forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units shall collectively have a total gross floor area of at least 1,820 square metres and be comprised of twenty-two (22) studio units and twenty-two (22) one-bedroom units, as generally illustrated in the plans submitted to the City Planning Division dated May 19, 2023. 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 forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units required in Recommendation 1.a. above, provide at least fifteen (15) studio and twelve (12) one-bedroom replacement rental dwelling units at affordable rents, as currently defined in the Toronto Official Plan, all for a period of at least ten (10) years beginning from the date of first occupancy of each unit. The rents of the remaining seventeen (17) replacement rental dwelling units shall be unrestricted; c. The owner shall provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to all Eligible Tenants of the forty-four (44) existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished at 387 Sherbourne Street, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the replacement rental dwelling units at similar rents, and other assistance to lessen 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 forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units with access to, and use of, all indoor and outdoor amenities in the proposed development 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 development, 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 ensuite laundry in each replacement rental dwelling unit within the proposed development at no extra charge; g. The owner shall provide central air conditioning in each replacement rental dwelling unit within the proposed development at no extra charge; h. The owner shall provide tenants of the replacement rental dwelling units with access to bicycle and visitor vehicular parking at no charge and on the same terms and conditions as any other resident of the proposed development; i. The forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units required in recommendation 1.a above shall be made ready and available for occupancy no later than the date by which seventy percent (70%) of the new dwelling units in the proposed development, exclusive of the replacement rental dwelling units, are made available and ready for occupancy; and j. The owner shall enter into and register on title to the lands at 387 and 383 Sherbourne Street an agreement pursuant to Section 111 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006 to secure the conditions outlined in Recommendations 1.a through 1.i above, 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 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 forty-four (44) existing rental dwelling units at 387 Sherbourne Street after all the following have occurred: a. all conditions in Recommendation 1 above have been fully satisfied and secured; b. the Zoning By-law Amendment has come into full force and effect; c. the issuance of the Notice of Approval Conditions for site plan approval by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate pursuant to Section 114 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006; d. the issuance of excavation and shoring permits (conditional or full permits) for the approved development on the site; and e. the owner has confirmed, in writing, that all existing rental dwelling units proposed to be demolished are vacant. 3. City Council authorizes the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division 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 authorizes the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building Division to issue a Residential Demolition Permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act and Chapter 363 of the Toronto Municipal Code for 387 Sherbourne Street 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 Division; c. the owner erects the proposed building no later than four (4) years from the date on which the demolition of the existing rental dwelling units 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 development containing the forty-four (44) replacement rental dwelling units 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 recommends that the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division secure through one or more agreements to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor the owner's obligation to: a. Continue to provide and maintain the existing thirty-two (32) rental dwelling units at 383 Sherbourne Street as rental housing for a period of at least 20 years commencing from the date the Zoning By-law Amendment comes into force and effect, with no application for demolition or conversion from residential rental use during the 20-year period, all to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and, b. Undertake improvements to the existing rental building, at its sole expense and at no cost to tenants, at 383 Sherbourne Street, as follows: 1. Interior renovations of each rental unit including: high-efficiency water upgrades with all toilets converted to low flow and shower fixtures retrofitted, ceiling fans, triple glazed windows, new kitchen appliances, cabinets and plumbing, new flooring, and in-suite laundry in all rental dwelling units. 2. Exterior and interior common area renovations including: high-efficiency lighting and new carpet tile in all common areas, brick repair and tuck pointing on the south side exterior wall, front façade improvements, triple glazed windows, and repair of walls for continuous fire separations between suites. 3. Building system upgrades including: new water tank installed, heating upgrades and replacement of steam traps and condensation tank, new intercom system, new fire alarm system, central low energy cooling, new plumbing system, modernized electrical system, and direct ducting for fresh air supply in suites with heat supply. c. The owner shall provide access to new outdoor amenities, indoor amenities, and indoor bicycle parking in the proposed new building for tenants of the existing rental apartment building; and d. The owner shall provide an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to all Eligible Tenants of the thirty-two (32) retained rental dwelling units at 383 Sherbourne Street, addressing the right to return to occupy one of the retained rental dwelling units at similar rents, the provision of rent gap assistance, and other assistance to lessen 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. 6. City Council authorizes 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.
TE9.19amended
410 Sherbourne Street - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit a 42-storey mixed-use building containing 473 dwelling units at 410 Sherbourne Street. The existing live music venue and four-storey office building is proposed to be demolished.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council refuse the application for a Zoning By-law Amendment in its current form, for the lands municipally known as 410 Sherbourne Street. 2. In the event the application is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal, City Council, pursuant to subsection 34(11.0.0.1) of the Planning Act, use mediation, conciliation or other dispute resolution techniques in an attempt to resolve the Zoning By-law Amendment application, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor. 3. City Council direct the City Clerk, should an appeal be filed, to notify all persons or public bodies who may have filed an appeal to this decision of City Council's intention to rely on subsection 34(11.0.0.1) of the Planning Act and the City Clerk shall provide notice to all prescribed persons or public bodies under subsection 34(11.0.0.2) of the Planning Act. 4. City Council direct the City Clerk, should an appeal be filed, to notify the Ontario Land Tribunal of City Council's intention pursuant to subsection 34(11.0.0.1) of the Planning Act, and that the Ontario Land Tribunal shall receive the record, the notice of appeal and other prescribed documents and materials seventy-five (75) days after the last day for filing a notice of appeal for this matter. 5. Should the Zoning By-law Amendment application be appealed and the dispute resolved using the alternative dispute resolution mechanism contemplated under subsection 34(11.0.0.1), and there is no appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal or the appeal to the Ontario Land Tribunal has been withdrawn, City Council direct the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District to bring forward an Approval Report to Toronto and East York Community Council for a statutory public meeting as required under the Planning Act. 6. City Council request the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District and the applicant, in consultation with City Planning, Economic Development and Culture, and any other necessary City officials, to conduct a working group meeting, in first quarter of 2023, that includes the Owners/Operators of The Phoenix Concert Hall, Stakeholders in the Performance Venue Sector of Toronto, Upper Jarvis Neighbourhood Association, Winchester Park Neighbourhood Association, local 2SLGBTQ+ community stakeholders, the City of Toronto's Music Office, the Chair of the Toronto Music Advisory Committee and the Ward Councillor to explore opportunities to preserve the culturally significant live entertainment and community space. 7. In the event Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of the final Order be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that the final form and content of the Zoning By-law Amendment are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 8. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 410 Sherbourne Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment No. 8 to this report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.20amended
184 Chatham Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
This application proposes to amend the Zoning By-Law to permit a 4-storey residential building with a height of 12.3 meters (excluding stair and elevator overruns) and 34 condominium residential units. 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). This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law. The proposal results in an appropriate built form and massing that fits with the existing and planned context of the surrounding area. The proposal provides appropriate transitions to the adjacent buildings on Chatham Avenue.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 184 Chatham Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (October 27, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, City Council require the owner to: a. submit a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and b. make satisfactory arrangements to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the accepted Stormwater Management and Site Servicing Report by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required. 4. City Council request the applicant, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, commit to the following measures in addition to the implementation of the standard City of Toronto Construction Management Plan, to the satisfaction the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, prior to the commencement of any work: a. establish a Construction Liaison Committee made up of local residents and businesses including a representative of the local Residents Associations, to the satisfaction of the local Councillor; the Committee is to meet bi-weekly at the beginning of construction; and notes from the meetings are to be shared with the members and the Councillor's office in a timely way following each meeting; b. sweep the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe; c. pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks, laneways and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe; d. ensure that the existing sidewalks and all pedestrian walkways have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night; e. consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local businesses and residents in advance of any physical road modifications; f. install appropriate signage and converging mirrors where necessary to ensure that pedestrians', cyclists' and motorists' safety is considered at all times; g. post a 24 hours a day/7 day contact number for the site superintendent on the construction hoarding; h. create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the subject site; and i. include a minimum of 75 percent of advertisement surface area on the construction hoarding to be allocated to artwork at their sole cost, in collaboration with the Steps Initiative and to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 5. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to examine and report to Toronto and East York Community Council after the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment have come into full force and effect, regarding the realignment of the applicable Permit Parking Area and the exclusion of 184 Chatham and associated addresses, from the permit parking area.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 184 Chatham Avenue substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 5 to this report. 2. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. Before introducing the necessary Bills to City Council for enactment, require the owner to: a. submit a revised Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Report, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services; and b. Make satisfactory arrangements to financially secure the construction of any improvements to the municipal infrastructure in connection with the accepted Stormwater Management and Site Servicing Report by the Chief Engineer & Executive Director, Engineering & Construction Services, should it be determined that improvements to such infrastructure are required.
TE9.21amended
This application proposes to permit a 9-storey mixed-use building at 1233-1243 Queen Street East and 77 Leslie Street. The proposed development would contain 142 rental residential dwelling units with 385.8 square metres of non-residential retail/commercial space. The application includes building setbacks at grade, at the corner of Queen Street East and Leslie Street, for a commemorative public space celebrating the history of the former China Lily site. 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). This report reviews and recommends approval of the applications to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law. The proposal results in an appropriate built form that fits with the existing and planned context of the surrounding area and which meets the intent of the site specific policies for development along Queen Street East. Additionally, the proposal contributes to an overall supply and mix of available of housing units, as per Official Plan direction.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands at 1233-1243 Queen Street East and 77 Leslie Street substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 1233-1243 Queen Street East and 77 Leslie Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as revised Attachment 6 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 4. City Council request the applicant, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, commit to the following measures in addition to the implementation of the standard City of Toronto Construction Management Plan, to the satisfaction the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, prior to the commencement of any work: a. establish a Construction Liaison Committee made up of local residents and businesses including a representative of the local Residents Associations, to the satisfaction of the local Councillor; the Committee is to meet bi-weekly at the beginning of construction; and notes from the meetings are to be shared with the members and the Councillor's office in a timely way following each meeting; b. sweep the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe; c. pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks, laneways and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe; d. ensure that the existing sidewalks and all pedestrian walkways have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night; e. consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local businesses and residents in advance of any physical road modifications; f. install appropriate signage and converging mirrors where necessary to ensure that pedestrians', cyclists' and motorists' safety is considered at all times; g. post a 24 hours a day/7 day contact number for the site superintendent on the construction hoarding; h. create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the subject site; and i. include a minimum of 75 percent of advertisement surface area on the construction hoarding to be allocated to artwork at their sole cost, in collaboration with the Steps Initiative and to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 5. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to examine and report to the Toronto and East York Community Council after the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment have come into full force and effect, regarding the realignment of the applicable Permit Parking Area and the exclusion of 1233-1243 Queen Street East and 77 Leslie Street and associated addresses, from the permit parking area.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands at 1233-1243 Queen Street East and 77 Leslie Street substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to this report. 2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands at 1233-1243 Queen Street East and 77 Leslie Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment 6 to this report. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment and draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
TE9.22adopted
276-294 Main Street - Part Lot Control Exemption Application - Decision Report - Approval
This report reviews and recommends approval of the Part Lot Control Exemption application at 276-294 Main Street, to permit the division of the site into four lots and to transfer ownership into stratified parcels. The Part Lot Control Exemption application implements the site-specific Zoning By-law and Site Plan approval for the site and is associated with a Standard Condominium application for the residential component of the development. This report also recommends that the owner of the lands be required to register a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act against the lands to ensure that no part of the lands can be conveyed or mortgaged without prior consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law with respect to the lands at 276-294 Main Street, as generally illustrated on Attachment 2 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two years following enactment by City Council. 2. Prior to the introduction of the necessary bill(s) to City Council for enactment of a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, City Council require the owner to: a. provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and b. register, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to convey or charge any part of the lands described in Schedule A in Attachment 3 to the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District without the written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take the necessary steps to release the Section 118 Restriction from all or any portion of the lands in the City Solicitor's sole discretion after consulting with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, but in any event, only after the owner provides fully executed copies of a certificate from the applicant's solicitor with respect to the creation of necessary easements. 4. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title to the lands or any portion thereof against which the Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act has been registered. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law as may be required. 6. City Council authorize City staff to take necessary steps, including the execution of agreements and documents which set out the implementation of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, to give effect to City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law with respect to the lands at 276-294 Main Street, as generally illustrated on Attachment 2 to this report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two years following enactment by City Council. 2. Prior to the introduction of the necessary bill(s) to City Council for enactment of a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, City Council require the owner to: a. Provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and b. Register, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to convey or charge any part of the lands described in Schedule A in Attachment 3 to this report without the written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning or their designate. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take the necessary steps to release the Section 118 Restriction from all or any portion of the lands in the City Solicitor's sole discretion after consulting with the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, but in any event, only after the owner provides fully executed copies of a certificate from the applicant's solicitor with respect to the creation of necessary easements. 4. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title to the lands or any portion thereof against which the Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act has been registered. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law as may be required. 6. City Council authorize City staff to take necessary steps, including the execution of agreements and documents which set out the implementation of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, to give effect to the above-noted recommendations.
TE9.23adopted
219-221 Roxton Road - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Appeal Report
On April 22, 2022, an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application was submitted seeking approval to re-designate 219 Roxton Road from Neighbourhoods to Mixed Use Areas and for a 6-storey mixed-use building with retail space on the ground floor and 17 residential units above. On March 6, 2023, the applicant revised the proposal to a 12-storey mixed-use building with retail space on the ground floor and 33 residential units above. On June 1, 2023, the applicant appealed the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) due to Council not making a decision within the statutorily prescribed time frame in the Planning Act. This report recommends that the City Solicitor, with appropriate City staff, attend the OLT hearing to oppose the application in its current form and to continue discussions with the applicant to address outstanding issues.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application appeal for the lands at 219-221 Roxton Road and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold any Order on the proposed appeals until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the proposed Official Plan Amendment is in a content and form satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor; b. the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is in a content and form satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor; c. the applicant has provided confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, or the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services has determined that holding provisions are required in the Zoning By-law Amendment; and d. the owner has made satisfactory arrangements with the City and has entered into the appropriate agreement(s) for the design and construction of any improvements to municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades and/or road improvements are required to support the development, according to the accepted Engineering Reports and Traffic Impact Study accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, and the General Manager, Transportation Services. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application appeal for the lands at 219-221 Roxton Road and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request the Tribunal withhold any Order on the proposed appeals until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the proposed Official Plan Amendment is in a content and form satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor; b. the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is in a content and form satisfactory to the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor; c. the applicant has provided confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, or the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services has determined that holding provisions are required in the Zoning By-law Amendment; d. the owner has made satisfactory arrangements with the City and has entered into the appropriate agreement(s) for the design and construction of any improvements to municipal infrastructure, should it be determined that upgrades and/or road improvements are required to support the development, according to the accepted Engineering Reports and Traffic Impact Study accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, and the General Manager, Transportation Services. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
TE9.24adopted
141 Roehampton Avenue - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Appeal Report
On June 28, 2022, a Zoning By-law Amendment application was submitted to permit a 152.0-metre (48-storey excluding mechanical penthouse) residential building containing 614 dwelling units. On May 12, 2023, the applicant submitted updated materials revising the Zoning By-law Amendment application, increasing the proposed height of the building to 179.6 metres (58-storeys excluding mechanical penthouse), the proposed number of residential dwelling units to 809 units, and revising the built form and massing of the base building and tower. On May 24, 2023, the applicant appealed the Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) due to Council not making a decision within the time frame in the Planning Act. This report recommends that the City Solicitor with the appropriate City staff attend the OLT hearing to oppose the application in its current form and to continue discussions with the applicant to resolve outstanding issues.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment appeal for the lands 141 Roehampton Avenue. 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 3. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final Orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-laws are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the applicant has provided confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, or the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services has determined that holding provisions are required in the Zoning By-law amendment; and c. the applicant has addressed all outstanding issues raised by Urban Forestry, Tree Protection and Plan Review as they relate to the Zoning By-law Amendment application, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Tree Protection and Plan Review. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment appeal for the lands 141 Roehampton Avenue. 2. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 3. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final Orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-laws are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the applicant has provided confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, or the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services has determined that holding provisions are required in the Zoning By-law amendment; c. the applicant has addressed all outstanding issues raised by Urban Forestry, Tree Protection and Plan Review as they relate to the Zoning By-law Amendment application, to the satisfaction of the Supervisor, Tree Protection and Plan Review. 4. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
TE9.25adopted
On December 1, 2022, an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application was submitted to permit a 43-storey residential building with ground floor retail and 463 dwelling units. On July 7, 2023 the applicant appealed the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal due to Council not making a decision within the time frame in the Planning Act. This report recommends that the City Solicitor with the appropriate City staff attend the Ontario Land Tribunal hearing to oppose the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application in its current form and to continue discussions with the applicant to resolve outstanding issues.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal to oppose the appeal made for the current application regarding the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment respecting the land 396-398 Church Street, 73-77 McGill Street and 50 Gerrard Street East and City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeals in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan and Zoning By-law are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. should one or more existing rental units be confirmed on-site, the Owner has provided an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to address Official Plan Policies 3.2.1.12, as applicable, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and c. the Owner has, at its sole cost and expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report, Stormwater Management Report, and Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report or addendums ("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 provision of financial securities for any upgrades or required improvements to the existing 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 and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the accepted Engineering Reports, accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the General Manager, Toronto Water; and iii. ensured the implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-laws or any such required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-laws, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure as may be required. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal to oppose the appeal made for the current application regarding the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment respecting the land 396-398 Church Street, 73-77 McGill Street, and 50 Gerrard Street East and authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeals in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advices that: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan and Zoning By-law are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. should one or more existing rental units be confirmed on-site, the Owner has provided an acceptable Tenant Relocation and Assistance Plan to address Official Plan Policies 3.2.1.12, as applicable, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; c. the Owner has, at its sole cost and expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report, Stormwater Management Report, and Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report or addendums ("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 provision of financial securities for any upgrades or required improvements to the existing 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 and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the accepted Engineering Reports, accepted by the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the General Manager, Toronto Water; and iii. ensured the implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-laws or any such required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-laws, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure as may be required. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
TE9.26adopted
15 Richmond Street East - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Appeal Report
On September 16, 2022, an Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application was submitted to permit a 71-storey (230.85 metres, including mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building, containing 565 dwelling units and 126 square metres of non-residential gross floor area. The existing 21-storey building on site is proposed to be retained and incorporated into the proposed development. The proposal provides 126 square metres of retail space and does not replace the existing 13,205 square metres of non-residential gross floor area (including hotel use). On August 9, 2023, the applicant appealed the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment application to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) due to Council not making a decision within the time frame in the Planning Act. This report recommends that the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff attend the OLT hearing to oppose the application in its current form and continue discussions with the applicant to resolve outstanding issues.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment appeal for the lands at 15 Richmond Street East and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final Orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and b. the owner has at its sole cost and expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report, Stormwater Management Report, and Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report ("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 provision of financial securities for any upgrades or required improvements to the existing 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 and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development; and iii. ensured the implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-laws or any such required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-laws, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new infrastructure or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure as may be required. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment appeal for the lands at 15 Richmond Street East and to continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final Orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment are to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and b. the owner has at its sole cost and expense: i. submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report, Stormwater Management Report, and Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report ("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 provision of financial securities for any upgrades or required improvements to the existing 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 and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development; and iii. ensured the implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-laws or any such required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-laws, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new infrastructure or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure as may be required. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
TE9.27amended
On September 2, 2022 the City received applications for Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control to permit a mixed-use development in the Port Land's McCleary District. This application proposed two 35-storey residential towers connected by a 4-storey commercial base building. A resubmission of the application was received on June 22, 2023, revising the height of the residential towers to 38 and 43-storeys respectively. The revised application contains 899 condo dwelling units and two levels of underground parking. On July 10, 2023 the applicant appealed these applications to the Ontario Land Tribunal ("OLT") due to Council's failure to make a decision within the time frame prescribed by the Planning Act. A Case Management Conference has been scheduled for November 17, 2023. This report recommends that the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff attend the OLT hearing to oppose the application in its current form and continue discussions with the applicant in an attempt to resolve outstanding issues and to ensure coordination with ongoing precinct planning for the McCleary District.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan appeal for the lands at 685 Lake Shore Boulevard East and to continue discussions with the applicant to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeals in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final Orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law is to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the owner has addressed outstanding issues in relation to site servicing and has submitted revised Functional Servicing, Stormwater Management and Hydrogeological Reports providing confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, and entered into and registered a financially secured agreement satisfactory to the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services to construct, provide, make operational, and warrant any necessary upgrades to existing services and facilities or new services and facilities; c. the final draft Zoning By-law includes appropriate holding provisions addressing matters related to flood protection, compatibility, transportation infrastructure, servicing, solid waste management, affordable housing and matters relevant to precinct planning to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and d. necessary studies, including those related to pedestrian level wind impacts, sun and shadow, and noise and air quality compatibility have been completed and their recommendations addressed to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision. 4. In the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeals in whole or in part, City Council request the applicant, in consultation with the Ward Councillor, to commit to the following measures in addition to the implementation of the standard City of Toronto Construction Management Plan, to the satisfaction of the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the General Manager, Transportation Services and the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, including but not be limited to the following: a. establish a Construction Liaison Committee made up of local residents and businesses including a representative of the local Residents Associations, to the satisfaction of the local Councillor; the Committee is to meet bi-weekly at the beginning of construction; and notes from the meetings are to be shared with the members and the Councillor's office in a timely way following each meeting; b. sweep the construction site daily and nightly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe; c. pressure wash the construction site and adjacent sidewalks, laneways and roadways weekly, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe; d. ensure that the existing sidewalks and all pedestrian walkways have proper lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night; e. consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local businesses and residents in advance of any physical road modifications; f. install appropriate signage and converging mirrors where necessary to ensure that pedestrians', cyclists' and motorists' safety is considered at all times; g. post a 24 hours a day/7 day contact number for the site superintendent on the construction hoarding; h. create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the subject site; and i. include a minimum of 75 percent of advertisement surface area on the construction hoarding to be allocated to artwork at their sole cost, in collaboration with the Steps Initiative and to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 5. In the event the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeals in whole or in part, City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to examine and report to the Toronto and East York Community Council after the Zoning By-law Amendment have come into full force and effect, regarding the realignment of the applicable Permit Parking Area and the exclusion of 685 Lakeshore and associated addresses, from the permit parking area.
Staff recommendation as filed
The City Planning Division recommends that: 1. City Council direct the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend the Ontario Land Tribunal in opposition to the current application regarding the Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan appeal, for the lands at 685 Lake Shore Boulevard East and to continue discussions with the applicant to resolve outstanding issues. 2. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeals in whole or in part, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to request that the issuance of any final Orders be withheld until such time as the City Solicitor advises that: a. the final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law is to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; b. the owner has addressed outstanding issues in relation to site servicing and has submitted revised Functional Servicing, Stormwater Management and Hydrogeological Reports providing confirmation of water, sanitary and stormwater capacity, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services, and entered into and registered a financially secured agreement satisfactory to the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services to construct, provide, make operational, and warrant any necessary upgrades to existing services and facilities or new services and facilities; c. the final draft Zoning By-law includes appropriate holding provisions addressing matters related to flood protection, compatibility, transportation infrastructure, servicing, solid waste management, affordable housing and matters relevant to precinct planning to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and d. necessary studies, including those related to pedestrian level wind impacts, sun and shadow, and noise and air quality compatibility have been completed and their recommendations addressed to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 3. City Council authorizes the City Solicitor and City staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision.
TE9.28adopted
This report recommends that City Council approve the erection of a building on the property located at 306-310 Gerrard Street East (designated under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act as part of the Cabbagetown South Heritage Conservation District) in connection with the development of the subject site. The proposal is for a 10-storey (plus mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building that will replace three existing buildings and a surface parking lot. Council approval is required for the erection of the new building proposed for the subject lands. Council approval is not needed for the proposed demolition of the existing buildings as the buildings at 306 and 310 Gerrard Street East are not heritage properties, and Council has already approved demolition of the building at 308 Gerrard Street East due to its poor condition and lack of integrity. A pair of Victorian bay-and-gable heritage buildings is adjacent to the subject property to the west at 300 and 302 Gerrard Street East. The proposal is consistent with the heritage planning policy frameworks and meets the objectives of the Cabbagetown South Heritage Conservation District Plan. The impacts of the proposed development on the Cabbagetown South Heritage Conservation District are appropriately mitigated through the compatible design of the new construction.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve erection of a new building on the designated heritage property at 306-310 Gerrard Street East, located in the Cabbagetown South Heritage Conservation District in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a 10-storey (plus mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building, on the lands known municipally in the year 2023 as 306-310 Gerrard Street East, with such new building substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated January 27, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt Architects and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by Design Workshop Architects, dated February 2023, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, all subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and subject to the following additional conditions: a. prior to final Site Plan Approval for the proposal for the property located at 306-310 Gerrard Street East the owner shall: 1. provide final Site Plan drawings to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; 2. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and 3. provide a Commemoration Plan for the subject property, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and thereafter shall implement such Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and b. prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 306-310 Gerrard Street East, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing parking lot as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, the owner shall: 1. provide building permit drawings, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and 2. provide full documentation of the existing building at 308 Gerrard Street East, including two (2) printed sets of archival quality 8" x 10" colour photographs with borders in a glossy or semi-gloss finish and one (1) digital set on a USB flash drive in tiff format and 600 dpi resolution keyed to a location map, elevations and measured drawings, and copies of all existing interior floor plans and original drawings as may be available, to the satisfaction of 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 approve erection of a new building on the designated heritage property at 306-310 Gerrard Street East, located in the Cabbagetown South Heritage Conservation District in accordance with Section 42 of the Ontario Heritage Act to allow for the construction of a 10-storey (plus mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building, on the lands known municipally in the year 2023 as 306-310 Gerrard Street East, with such new building substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated January 27, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt Architects and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and the Heritage Impact Assessment prepared by Design Workshop Architects, dated February 2023, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, all subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and subject to the following additional conditions: a. That prior to final Site Plan Approval for the proposal, for the property located at 306-310 Gerrard Street East the owner shall: 1. Provide final Site Plan drawings to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. Provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject property, satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. Provide a Commemoration Plan for the subject property, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such Plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. b. That prior to the issuance of any permit for all or any part of the property at 306-310 Gerrard Street East, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing parking lot as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. Provide building permit drawings, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. Provide full documentation of the existing building at 308 Gerrard Street East, including two (2) printed sets of archival quality 8" x 10" colour photographs with borders in a glossy or semi-gloss finish and one (1) digital set on a USB flash drive in tiff format and 600 dpi resolution keyed to a location map, elevations and measured drawings, and copies of all existing interior floor plans and original drawings as may be available, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning.
TE9.29adopted
This report recommends that City Council approve the alterations proposed for the heritage properties at 90, 90A (formerly 90 Isabella Street), 92 and 94 Isabella Street which are designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. The subject properties are located on the north side of Isabella Street between Church Street and Jarvis Street. 90A and 92 Isabella Street contain a pair of three-storey semi-detached house-form buildings dating to 1888-1889 and 94 Isabella Street contains a two-and-a-half storey house-form building constructed c.1885. 90 Isabella Street contains a row of three-storey townhouses situated north of 90A and 92 Isabella Street, which were constructed in the mid-1970s and are not heritage resources. The proposed development has been submitted in connection with applications for a Zoning By-law amendment and Site Plan Control and involves the construction of a 69-storey residential tower on the site with the in-situ retention of the street-facing (south) elevations and a portion of the east and west return walls and the dismantling and reconstruction of the entire west wall of 90A Isabella Street. Elements of the interior of 90A and 92 Isabella Street will be integrated into new, reconfigured interior spaces. The proposed alterations are generally consistent with the existing policy framework. The heritage impacts of the development proposal are appropriately mitigated through the overall conservation strategy.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the heritage properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, in accordance with Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a new 69-storey building on the lands known municipally as 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, with such alterations substantially in accordance with plans and drawings dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and the Heritage Impact Assessment, dated September 25, 2023, prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, and all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and subject to the following additional conditions: a. the related Zoning By-law Amendment permitting the proposed alterations has been enacted by City Council and has come into full force and effect in a form and with content acceptable to City Council, as determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; b. prior to the introduction of the Bills for such Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council, the owner shall: 1. enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt and the Heritage Impact Assessment, dated September 25, 2023 prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.b.2. below, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; 2. provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and 3. withdraw their objection to the designation of the property at 94 Isabella Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; c. prior to final Site Plan approval for the proposal, for the property located at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street the owners shall: 1. provide final Site Plan drawings substantially in accordance with the approved Conservation Plans required in Recommendation 1.b.2. above to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; 2. provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describe how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; 3. provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and 4. provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; d. prior to the issuance of any permit for the work described in the Site Plan application, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage buildings as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, the owner shall: 1. have entered into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City of Toronto required in Recommendation 1.b.1. above for properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, including registration on title of such agreements to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; 2. have provided a detailed Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.b.2. above; 3. have withdrawn their objection to the designation of the property at 94 Isabella Street required in Recommendation 1.b.3. above; 4. provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plans required in Recommendation 1.b.2. above, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and 5. provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning, to secure all work included in the approved Conservation, Lighting and Interpretation plans; and e. prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Recommendation 1.d.5. above, the owner shall: 1. provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation, Lighting and Interpretation Plans and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning; and 2. provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning. 2. City Council authorize the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in City Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, Urban Design, City Planning recommends that: 1. City Council approve the alterations to the heritage properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, in accordance with Part IV, Section 33 of the Ontario Heritage Act, to allow for the construction of a new 69-storey building on the lands known municipally as 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, with such alterations substantially in accordance with plans and drawings dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt, and on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; and the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), dated September 25, 2023, prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, and all subject to and in accordance with a Conservation Plan satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and subject to the following additional conditions: a. That the related Zoning By-law Amendment permitting the proposed alterations has been enacted by City Council and has come into full force and effect in a form and with content acceptable to City Council, as determined by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, in consultation with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning; b. That prior to the introduction of the bills for such Zoning By-law Amendment by City Council, the owner shall: 1. Enter into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings dated June 26, 2023, prepared by Diamond Schmitt and the Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA), dated September 25, 2023 prepared by GBCA Architects, all on file with the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, subject to and in accordance with the Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.b.2, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning including execution of such agreement to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. 2. Provide a detailed Conservation Plan, prepared by a qualified heritage consultant that is substantially in accordance with the conservation strategy set out in the Heritage Impact Assessment for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 3. Withdraw their objection to the designation of the property at 94 Isabella Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. c. That prior to final Site Plan approval for the proposal, for the property located at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street the owners shall: 1. Provide final Site Plan drawings substantially in accordance with the approved Conservation Plans required in Recommendation 1.b. 2 to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. Provide a Heritage Lighting Plan that describe how the exterior of the heritage properties will be sensitively illuminated to enhance their heritage character to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such a plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager Heritage Planning. 3. Provide a detailed Landscape Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 4. Provide an Interpretation Plan for the subject properties, to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning and thereafter shall implement such plan to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. d. That prior to the issuance of any permit for the work described in the Site Plan application, including a heritage permit or a building permit, but excluding permits for repairs and maintenance and usual and minor works for the existing heritage buildings as are acceptable to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, the owner shall: 1. Have entered into a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City of Toronto required in Recommendation 1.b.1 for properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street, including registration on title of such agreements to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. 2. Have provided a detailed Conservation Plan required in Recommendation 1.b.2. 3. Have withdrawn their objection to the designation of the property at 94 Isabella Street required in Recommendation 1.b.3. 4. Provide building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the conservation and protective measures keyed to the approved Conservation Plans required in Recommendation 1.b.2, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 5. Provide a Letter of Credit, including provision for upwards indexing, in a form and amount and from a bank satisfactory to the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning, to secure all work included in the approved Conservation, Lighting and Interpretation plans. e. That prior to the release of the Letter of Credit required in Recommendation 1.d.5, the owner shall: 1. Provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the required conservation work and the required interpretive work has been completed in accordance with the Conservation, Lighting and Interpretation Plans and that an appropriate standard of conservation has been maintained, all to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. Provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs to the satisfaction of the Senior Manager, Heritage Planning. 2. City Council authorize the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street in a form and content satisfactory to the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary Bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement for the properties at 90, 90A, 92 and 94 Isabella Street.
TE9.31amended
680 Northcliffe Boulevard - Residential Demolition Application
This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision. In accordance with city wide residential demolition control under the Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 363, under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, the application for the demolition of the existing one storey single detached dwelling at 680 Northcliffe Boulevard (Application No. 23-213762 DEM 00 DM) is being referred to the Toronto and East York Community Council for consideration to refuse or to grant the application, including any conditions, if any, to be attached to the demolition permit application because a building permit application for the replacement building has not been applied for. The demolition application is being referred to the Toronto and East York Council because the building proposed to be demolished contains one residential dwelling unit and there are no replacement building permits to be issued at this time.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the application to demolish the existing one-storey single family detached dwelling with the following conditions: a. that a construction fence be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 7, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building; b. that all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition; c. that sod be laid on the site and be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 629-10, paragraph B and 629-11; and d. that any holes on the property are backfilled with clean fill.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building, recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council give consideration to the demolition permit application for 680 Northcliffe Blvd, and decide to: 1. Refuse the application to demolish the existing one storey single family detached dwelling because there is no building permit to replace the building on the site; or 2. Approve the application to demolish the existing one storey single family detached dwelling without conditions; or 3. Approve the application to demolish the existing one storey single family detached dwelling with the following conditions: a. that a construction fence be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 7, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official; b. that all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition; c. that sod be laid on the site and be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 629-10, paragraph B and 629-11; and, d. that any holes on the property are backfilled with clean fill.
TE9.32amended
656 Gerrard Street East - Residential Demolition Application
This staff report is about a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision. In accordance with city-wide residential demolition control under the Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 363, under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, the application for the demolition of an existing one-storey single detached dwelling at 656 Gerrard Street East (Application No. 23 207258 DEM 00 DM) is being referred to the Toronto and East York Community Council for consideration to refuse or grant the application, including any conditions, if any, to be attached to the building permit application because a building permit application for a replacement building has not been made.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Refused the application to demolish the existing one-storey single detached dwelling because there is no permit application for a replacement building at this time.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director and Deputy Chief Building Official, Toronto Building, Toronto and East York District recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council give consideration to the demolition application for 656 Gerrard Street East, and decide to: 1. Refuse the application to demolish the existing one-storey single detached dwelling because there is no permit application for a replacement building at this time; or 2. Approve the application to demolish the one-storey single detached dwelling without any conditions; or 3. Approve the application to demolish the one-storey single detached dwelling with the following conditions: a. That construction fences be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 7, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official; b. That all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition; c. That sod be laid on the site and that the site be maintained free of garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 629-10, paragraph B and 629-11; and d. That all holes on the property are backfilled with clean fill.
TE9.33amended
277 Margueretta Street - Application to Remove a Private Tree
This report requests that Toronto and East York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located on the boundary line between the properties of 275 and 277 Margueretta Street. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is to accommodate the replacement of the garage. The black walnut (Juglans nigra) tree in question measures 63 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the denial of a permit of a tree protected under the By-laws.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Approved the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located on the boundary line between the properties of 275 and 277 Margueretta Street, and required the applicant to provide five replacement trees which can be achieved in a combination of on-site planting and cash-in-lieu of planting to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks, Forestry and Recreation.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located on the boundary line between the properties of 275 and 277 Margueretta Street.
TE9.34adopted
1706 Gerrard Street East - Application to Remove a Private Tree
This report requests that Toronto and East York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 1706 Gerrard Street East. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is due to safety concerns related to falling branches or tree failure. The Norway maple tree (Acer platanoides) in question measures 82 cm in diameter. The City's Tree By-laws do not support the removal of this tree as it is healthy and maintainable. The permit was denied and the applicant is appealing the decision. Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision as to whether a permit may be issued when an applicant wishes to appeal the denial of a permit of a tree protected under the By-laws.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Denied the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 1706 Gerrard Street East.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Urban Forestry, Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 1706 Gerrard Street East.
TE9.35deferred indefinitely
104 Gilbert Avenue - Application for Fence Exemption
This staff report concerns a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is to consider an application by the owner(s) of 104 Gilbert Avenue to maintain a wooden fence that with a height that ranges from 2.6 meters (8.5 feet) to 3.1 meters (10.1 feet) in the rear yard on the south side of the property. The fence is abutting 102 Gilbert Avenue. The fence is for privacy. The fence would be in contravention of the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447-1.2B (1) Table 1 - Maximum Height of Fences. Based on a complaint, a Notice of Violation was issued on April 29, 2022.
The Toronto and East York Community Council deferred consideration of the Item indefinitely.
Staff recommendation as filed
Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Refuse to grant the application for an exemption permit, by the owner(s) of 104 Gilbert Avenue to maintain a wooden fence with a height that ranges from 2.6 meters (8.5 feet) to 3.1 meters (10.1 feet) in the rear yard on the south side of the property, which does not comply with the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, Fences, specifically section 447-1.2B (1) Table 1- Maximum Height of Fences. OR 2. Grant the application for an exemption permit, by the owner(s) of 104 Gilbert Avenue to maintain a wooden fence with a height that ranges from 2.6 meters (8.5 feet) to 3.1 meters (10.1 feet) in the rear yard on the south side of the property. Direct and require that the existing fence be maintained in good repair without alteration. Direct and require that at such time as a replacement of the fence is required that such installation will comply with Municipal Code Chapter 447-Fences, or its successor by-law.
TE9.36amended
16 Austin Crescent - Request for a Fence Exemption
This staff report concerns a matter for which the Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is to consider an application submitted by the property owner of 16 Austin Crescent for a site-specific Fence Exemption, pursuant to the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, "Fences", under subsection 447-1.5B. This request is in response to a Fence Notice of Violation, issued by Municipal Licensing and Standards, for a fence that does not comply with the standards set out in subsection 447-1.2(B)(1) - fence height. 16 Austin Crescent is a detached house located on a residentially zoned lot in Ward 12.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Refused to grant the request of the property owners of 16 Austin Crescent for a site-specific exemption from Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, "Fences", under subsection 447-1.5B, for a fence that that does not comply with the standards set out in subsection 447-1.2(B)(1).
Staff recommendation as filed
Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council give consideration to the exemption application and decide to: 1. Refuse to grant the request of the property owners of 16 Austin Crescent for a site-specific exemption from Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, "Fences", under subsection 447-1.5B, for a fence that that does not comply with the standards set out in subsection 447-1.2(B)(1). OR 2. Grant the request of the property owners of 16 Austin Crescent for a site-specific exemption from Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, "Fences", under subsection 447-1.5B, for a fence that that does not comply with the standards set out in subsection 447-1.2(B)(1) on the conditions that: a. The fence is maintained in good repair, in compliance with Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, "Fences", except for the exemption as granted; b. If the fence is replaced, the replacement complies entirely with Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 447, "Fences", or its successor bylaw; and c. Any other conditions as decided by the Toronto and East York Community Council.
TE9.37adopted
Changes to Business Improvement Area Boards of Management
Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority to appoint and remove directors from the boards of Business Improvement Areas (BIAs) that fall within its geographic boundaries. The purpose of this report is to make changes to the Cabbagetown, St. Clair Gardens, Trinity Bellwoods and Toronto Downtown West BIA Boards of Management, in accordance with the requirement of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. In accordance with the City's Public Appointments Policy, appointed the following nominees to the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below at pleasure of Toronto and East York Community Council, and for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed: Cabbagetown: Taneja, Rouma Trinity Bellwoods: Islam, Fahmid 2. Removed the following directors from the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below: St. Clair Gardens: Riahinejad, Cynthia Toronto Downtown West: Emory, Michael
Staff recommendation as filed
The General Manager, Economic Development and Culture recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. In accordance with the City's Public Appointments Policy, appoint the following nominees to the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below at the pleasure of Toronto and East York Community Council, and for a term expiring at the end of the term of Council or as soon thereafter as successors are appointed: Cabbagetown: Taneja, Rouma Trinity Bellwoods: Islam, Fahmid 2. Remove the following directors from the Business Improvement Area Boards of Management set out below: St. Clair Gardens: Riahinejad, Cynthia Toronto Downtown West: Emory, Michael
TE9.38adopted
Encroachment Appeal - 2294 Bloor Street West - Maintain Existing Enclosed Marketing Structure
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is for Toronto and East York Community Council to consider an appeal from the property owner of 2294 Bloor Street West regarding their encroachment application. The encroachment consists of an enclosed marketing structure which is in contravention of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use Of. The property owner is seeking approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to allow an enclosed marketing structure to be maintained within the public right-of-way at 2294 Bloor Street West, which is in contravention of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use Of.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the General Manager, Transportation Services to enter into an encroachment agreement with property owner of 2294 Bloor Street West, to permit enclosed marketing structure, subject to the following conditions: a. indemnify the City from and against all actions, suits, claims or demands and from all loss, costs, damages, and expenses that may result from such permission granted; b. maintain the enclosed marketing structure at their own expense in good repair and a condition satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and will not make any additions or modifications to the encroachment beyond what is allowed under the terms of the Agreement. c. accept such additional conditions as the City Solicitor or the General Manager, Transportation Services may deem necessary in the interest of the City; d. remove the enclosed marketing structure upon receiving written notice to do so; f. the property owner shall agree that the City and/or utility companies may remove the encroachments at any time in order to install or maintain services within the affected public right of way with no obligation to replace them; g. the property owner shall pay (i) an annual licence fee in the amount of $17,128.00 as established by Real Estate Services, and (ii) any applicable real property taxes eligible; the licence fee shall increase annually by an amount equivalent to the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index (all items - Toronto), and shall further be recalculated every five (5) years based on the applicable fee of the City for private areaway encroachments, as prescribed under Chapter 441, Fees and Charges, Appendix C - Schedule 2, Transportation Services, of the City's Municipal Code, as amended or replaced; and h. the property owner will enter into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto, at the applicant's expense, and assume all liability and damages related to the encroachments.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Permits and Enforcement, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the General Manager of Transportation Services to enter into an encroachment agreement with property owner of 2294 Bloor Street West, to permit enclosed marketing structure, subject to the following conditions: a. indemnify the City from and against all actions, suits, claims or demands and from all loss, costs, damages, and expenses that may result from such permission granted; b. maintain the enclosed marketing structure at their own expense in good repair and a condition satisfactory to the General Manager of Transportation Services and will not make any additions or modifications to the encroachment beyond what is allowed under the terms of the Agreement. c. accept such additional conditions as the City Solicitor or the General Manager of Transportation Services may deem necessary in the interest of the City; d. remove the enclosed marketing structure upon receiving written notice to do so; f. the property owner shall agree that the City and/or utility companies may remove the encroachments at any time in order to install or maintain services within the affected public right of way with no obligation to replace them; g. the property owner shall pay (i) an annual licence fee in the amount of $17,128.00 as established by Real Estate Services, and (ii) any applicable real property taxes eligible. The licence fee shall increase annually by an amount equivalent to the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index (all items - Toronto), and shall further be recalculated every five (5) years based on the applicable fee of the City for private areaway encroachments, as prescribed under Chapter 441, Fees and Charges, Appendix C - Schedule 2, Transportation Services, of the City's Municipal Code, as amended or replaced; and h. the property owner will enter into an encroachment agreement with the City of Toronto, at the applicant's expense, and assume all liability and damages related to the encroachments.
TE9.39deferred
Encroachment Appeal - 40 London Street
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is for Toronto and East York Community Council to consider an appeal from the property owner of 40 London Street regarding their encroachment application. The encroachment consists of a wooden fence which is in contravention of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use Of. The property owner is seeking approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to allow a wooden fence to be maintained within the public right-of-way at 40 London Street, which is in contravention of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use Of.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Deferred consideration of the item until the January 24, 2024 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Permits and Enforcement, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council not authorize the City to enter into an encroachment agreement with the owners of 40 London Street permitting the maintenance of the wooden fence as it contravenes City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use Of. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council require the owner of 40 London Street to remove all installed encroachments on the right-of-way to the satisfaction of the General Manager of Transportation Services.
TE9.40adopted
3524 Dundas Street West - Construction Staging Area
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Dundas Street West City Council approval of this report is required. Maple Reinders Constructors Ltd is constructing a 6-storey self storage building at 3524 Dundas Street West. The site is located on the north side of Dundas Street West between Priscilla Avenue and Willard Avenue. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close the north sidewalk and the north side westbound curb lane on Dundas Street West for a period of 9 months, from December 31, 2023 to October 1, 2024 to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the north side of Dundas Street West abutting the site will be maintained in a minimum 2.1 metre-wide covered and protected walkway. The construction staging area will result in the loss of six on-street parking spaces on the north side of Dundas Street West.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk and the north side westbound curb lane on Dundas Street West, between a point 128 metres east of Jane Street and a point 45.75 metres further east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from December 31, 2023 to October 1, 2024. 2. City Council rescind the existing maximum two-hour parking regulation in effect 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday on north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday., except public holidays on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 4. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday., except public holidays on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 6. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. 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. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 17. City Council direct that Dundas Street West be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk and the north side westbound curb lane on Dundas Street West, between a point 128 metres east of Jane Street and a point 45.75 metres further east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the westbound curb lane, from December 31, 2023 to October 1, 2024. 2. City Council rescind the existing maximum two-hour parking regulation in effect 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday on north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday., except public holidays on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 4. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday., except public holidays on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Dundas Street West, between a point 103 metres east of Jane Street and a point 69 metres further east. 6. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. 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. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. 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. 12. 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. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 17. City Council direct that Dundas Street West be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE9.41amended
Construction Staging Area - Lake Shore Boulevard West (955 Lake Shore Boulevard West)
Work is being initiated by a private entity (i.e., EllisDon Civil) and given that the closure duration is greater than 30 days and located on a major arterial road, City Council approval is required. EllisDon Civil has undertaken the Infrastructure Ontario - Ontario Place Site Servicing Renewal project. The project scope includes decommissioning, removal and replacement of ageing infrastructure, specifically watermain and sanitary work. A section of the watermain replacement is located under the Martin Goodman Trail. In order to facilitate construction activities, a temporary closure of the Martin Goodman Trail is required. Trail users will be redirected into a closed and protected pathway on Lake Shore Boulevard West. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to close the eastbound curb lane on Lake Shore Boulevard West, from Ontario Drive and a point 126 metres further east, for a period of 11 weeks from December 18, 2023 to March 1, 2024, in order to provide a safe detour around the temporary closure of the Martin Goodman Trail.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of a 3.5 metre wide portion of the eastbound curb lane on Lake Shore Boulevard West, between Ontario Drive and a point 126 metres further east, from December 18, 2023 to March 1, 2024. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue providing a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Traffic Coordinator and the 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. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on signage, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 6. City Council direct that Lake Shore Boulevard West be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 7. City Council request the Ministry of Infrastructure to convene a Construction Liaison Committee of local stakeholders and City staff to address issues including notice of work, schedules and changes in access at Ontario Place. 8. City Council request the Ministry of Infrastructure to provide City staff with a work plan of ongoing construction activity at Ontario Place and regular updates, in particular to address coordination of safety at access points to the site along the Martin Goodman Trail. 9. City Council request the Ministry of Infrastructure to provide and install public art, including community mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board on the property associated with 955 Lake Shore Boulevard West with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, in consultation with Transportation Services and the Ward Councillor.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of a 3.5 metre wide portion of the eastbound curb lane on Lake Shore Boulevard West, between Ontario Drive and a point 126 metres further east, from December 18, 2023 to March 1, 2024. 2. City Council direct the applicant to continue to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 3. City Council direct the applicant to continue to install appropriate signage to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 4. City Council direct the applicant to continue providing a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Traffic 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. 5. City Council direct the applicant to continue to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on signage, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 6. City Council direct that Lake Shore Boulevard West be returned to pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE9.42adopted
321 Davenport Road - Construction Staging Area
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Davenport Road, City Council approval of this report is required. 321 Davenport Road Limited is constructing a 9-storey residential condominium building at 321 Davenport Road. The site is located on the south side Davenport Road between Dupont Street and Bedford Road. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close the south sidewalk, south side parking lane, south side bicycle lane, and the south side eastbound lane on Davenport Road for a period of 8 months, from December 14, 2023 to July 31, 2024 inclusive to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the south side of Davenport Road, abutting the site, will be maintained in a minimum 1.8 metre-wide covered and protected walkway. The eastbound bicycle lane will be temporarily closed, and cyclists will be redirected to a 1.8-metre-wide exclusive bicycle lane within the existing eastbound lane. The construction staging area will result in the loss of five on-street parking machine spaces on the south side of Davenport Road. To accommodate the required staging area, Transportation Services is also requesting the authority for the General Manager of Transportation Services to issue Temporary Street Occupation permits for the developer on Davenport Road, notwithstanding that not all the criteria within the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, for so doing would be met.
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the temporary closure of the south sidewalk, south side parking lane, south side bicycle lane, and the south side eastbound vehicle traffic lane on Davenport Road, between a point 82 metres west of Bedford Road and a point 30 metres further west, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the curb parking lane and bicycle lane, from December 14, 2023 to July 31, 2024 inclusive to accommodate construction staging operations. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $3.00 per 1 hour and for a maximum period of 3 hours on the south side of Davenport Road, between a point 99 metres east of Dupont Street and a point 59 metres west of Bedford Road. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Davenport Road, between a point 99 metres east of Dupont Street and a point 59 metres west of Bedford Road. 4. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed, to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure that it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 6. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 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 request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists 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 the 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 the 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 the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 15. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 16. City Council direct that Davenport Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 17. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services to issue any and all Temporary Street Occupation permits to 321 Davenport Road Limited for the period of December 14, 2023 to July 31, 2024 inclusive, for a portion of Davenport Road from a point 82 metres west of Bedford Road to a point 30 metres further west, without 321 Davenport Road Limited having to comply with certain requirements of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, as more generally described in the report (October 30, 2023) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and where the approval conflicts with Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, the approval of the General Manager, Transportation Services shall prevail to the extent of the conflict. 18. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services to negotiate, enter into and execute an indemnity agreement with 321 Davenport Road Limited to address the City's interests with respect to any and all temporary street occupations and closures on Davenport Road and any and all permits issued in relation to the project on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 19. City Council direct that Recommendations 1 to 17, inclusive, above, be subject to 321 Davenport Road Limited entering into the indemnity agreement in Recommendation 18 above.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the temporary closure of the south sidewalk, south side parking lane, south side bicycle lane, and the south side eastbound vehicle traffic lane on Davenport Road, between a point 82 metres west of Bedford Road and a point 30 metres further west, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the curb parking lane and bicycle lane, from December 14, 2023 to July 31, 2024 inclusive to accommodate construction staging operations. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $3.00 per 1 hour and for a maximum period of 3 hours on the south side of Davenport Road, between a point 99 metres east of Dupont Street and a point 59 metres west of Bedford Road. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Davenport Road, between a point 99 metres east of Dupont Street and a point 59 metres west of Bedford Road. 4. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed, to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure that it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 6. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 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 request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists 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 the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bicycle lanes and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 15. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 16. City Council direct that Davenport Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 17. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, to issue any and all Temporary Street Occupation permits to 321 Davenport Road Limited for the period of December 14, 2023 to July 31, 2024 inclusive, for a portion of Davenport Road from a point 82 metres west of Bedford Road to a point 30 metres further west, without 321 Davenport Road Limited having to comply with certain requirements of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, as more generally described in the report from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services (dated October 30, 2023) and, where the approval conflicts with Chapter 743, Streets and Sidewalks, Use of, the approval of the General Manager, Transportation Services shall prevail to the extent of the conflict.. 18. City Council authorize the General Manager, Transportation Services, to negotiate, enter into and execute an indemnity agreement with 321 Davenport Road Limited to address the City's interests with respect to any and all temporary street occupations and closures on Davenport Road and any and all permits issued in relation to the project on terms and conditions satisfactory to the General Manager, Transportation Services, and in a form satisfactory to the City Solicitor. 19. City Council direct that recommendations 1 to 17, inclusive, above, be subject to 321 Davenport Road Limited entering into the indemnity agreement in recommendation 18 above.
TE9.43adopted
10 Elm Avenue - Construction Staging Area
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Eastern Construction is constructing a 4 storey Performance Theatre at 10 Elm Avenue. The site is located at the northeast corner of Mount Pleasant Road and Elm Avenue. Transportation Services is requesting approval to temporarily close a portion of the northbound lane on Mount Pleasant Road and a portion of the sidewalk on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road for a period of 19 months, from November 16, 2023 to May 31, 2025 to accommodate a construction staging area. Pedestrian operations on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road will be maintained in a covered and protected walkway within the closed portion of the existing northbound lane. Two-way traffic movement and the four lanes will be maintained on Mount Pleasant Road.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the closure of the east sidewalk and a 3.8 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres further north, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of Mount Pleasant Road, from November 16, 2023 to May 31, 2025. 2. Rescinded the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times, on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres north. 3. Rescinded the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres north. 4. Prohibited stopping at all times on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres north. 5. Directed the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. Directed the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 7. Directed the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. Directed 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. Directed the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 10. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. Directed the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 13. Directed 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. Directed 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. Directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 16. Directed that Mount Pleasant Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and a 3.8 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres further north, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of Mount Pleasant Road, from November 16, 2023 to May 31, 2025. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times, on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres north. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres north. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Mount Pleasant Road, between Elm Avenue and a point 118 metres north. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 7. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 10. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 13. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 16. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that Mount Pleasant Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE9.44adopted
63-91 Montclair Avenue - Construction Staging Area
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Montclair Development LP is constructing a 19 and 18 -storey residential condominium building at 63-91 Montclair Avenue. The site is located on the south side of Montclair Avenue between Spadina Avenue and Lower Village Gate. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close the south sidewalk on the south side of Montclair Avenue for a period of 27 months, from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026 to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the south side of Montclair Avenue abutting the site will be restricted and pedestrians will be directed to the north side sidewalk of Montclair Avenue. Additionally, approval is being requested to close a 1.6 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Bantry Avenue for a period of 27 months, from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026 to facilitate construction staging operations.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the closure of the south sidewalk on Montclair Avenue, between a point 88 metres west of Spadina Road and the west end of Montclair Avenue, from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026. 2. Authorized the closure of 1.6 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Bantry Avenue, between a point 88 metres west of Spadina Road and the west end of Montclair Avenue, from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026. 3. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday on the north side Montclair Avenue between a point 17 metres east of the west end of Montclair Avenue and a point 16 metres further east. 4. Rescinded the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on the north side of Montclair Avenue, between a point 17 metres east of the west end of Montclair Avenue and a point 16 metres further east. 5. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Montclair Avenue between a point 17 metres east of the west end of Montclair Avenue and a point 16 metres further east. 6. Directed the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. Directed the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 8. Directed the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. Directed 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. 10. Directed the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. 12. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. 13. Directed the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. Directed 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. 15. Directed 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. 16. Directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 17. Directed the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work at no cost to the City. 18. Directed that Montclair Avenue and Bantry Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of the south sidewalk on Montclair Avenue, between a point 88 metres west of Spadina Road and the west end of Montclair Avenue, from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of 1.6 metre wide portion of the westbound curb lane on Bantry Avenue, between a point 88 metres west of Spadina Road and the west end of Montclair Avenue, from April 1, 2024 to June 30, 2026. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday on the north side Montclair Avenue between a point 17 metres east of the west end of Montclair Avenue and a point 16 metres further east. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., on the north side of Montclair Avenue, between a point 17 metres east of the west end of Montclair Avenue and a point 16 metres further east. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Montclair Avenue between a point 17 metres east of the west end of Montclair Avenue and a point 16 metres further east 6. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 8. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. Toronto and East York Community 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. 10. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. Toronto and East York Community 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. 12. Toronto and East York Community 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. 13. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. Toronto and East York Community 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. 15. Toronto and East York Community 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. 16. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 17. City Council directs the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure within the vicinity of the construction staging area, and to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work at no cost to the City. 18. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that Montclair Avenue and Bantry Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE9.45forwarded without recommendation
1404-1428 Yonge Street - Construction Staging Area
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Yonge Street, City Council approval of this report is required. YSC Development Corp is constructing a 50-storey condominium building at 1404-1428 Yonge Street. The site is located on the west side of Yonge Street between St Clair Avenue West and Farnham Avenue. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close the west sidewalk, the southbound bike lane, a portion of the southbound lane, and the northbound bike lane on Yonge Street for a period of 35 months, from November 30, 2023 to October 31, 2026 to facilitate construction staging operations. Pedestrian movements on the west side of Yonge Street, abutting the site, will be maintained in a minimum 1.8 metre-wide covered and protected walkway. The southbound and northbound bike lanes will be closed, and signage will be posted informing cyclists the bike lane ends in advance of the construction staging area and shared lane pavement markings will be installed advising cyclists and motorists to merge into a single traffic lane in the vicinity of the work zone. The construction staging area will result in the loss of four parking machine on-street spaces on the west side of Yonge Street.
The Toronto and East York Community Council forwards the Item to City Council without recommendations.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk, the southbound and northbound bike lanes, and a 2.8 metre wide portion of the southbound lane on Yonge Street, between a point 103 metres south of St Clair Avenue West and a point 47 metres further south and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the southbound lane, from November 30, 2023 to October 31, 2026. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, at a rate of $3.00 for 1 hour and for a maximum period of 3 hours on the west side of Yonge Street between, a point 68 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 6 metres further south. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday, from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $3.00 for 1 hour and for a maximum period of 4 hours on the west side of Yonge Street, between a point 68 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 6 metres further south. 4. City Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Yonge Street, between a point 74.3 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 64.1 metres further south. 5. City Council rescind the existing delivery vehicle parking zone designation, for a maximum period of 20 minutes on the west side of Yonge Street between, a point 47 metres north of Rosehill Avenue and a point 14 metres further north. 6. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, at a rate of $3.00 for 1 hour and for a maximum period of 3 hours on the west side of Yonge Street, between a point 27 metres north of Rosehill Avenue and a point 21 metres further north. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday.; 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Sunday, at a rate of $3.00 for 1 hour and for a maximum period of 4 hours on the west side of Yonge Street between, a point 27 metres north of Rosehill Avenue and a point 21 metres further north. 8. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Yonge Street, between a point 67 metres south of St Clair Avenue West and a point 105 metres further south. 9. City Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 10. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 11. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 12. 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. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 14. 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. 15. 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. 16. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 17. 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. 18. 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. 19. City Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 20. City Council direct that Yonge Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
TE9.46amended
176-178 Front Street East and 33 Sherbourne Street - Construction Staging Area
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Menkes Developments Ltd. is constructing a 39 storey residential condominium building with ground floor retail at 176-178 Front Street East and 33 Sherbourne Street. The site is located at the northeast corner of Front Street East and Sherbourne Street. Transportation Services is requesting approval to temporarily close a portion of the westbound curb lane on Front Street East for a period of 26 months, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2025 to accommodate a construction staging area. Pedestrian movements on the north side of Front Street East will be maintained in a covered and protected walkway within the closed portion of the existing westbound lane. Pedestrian movements on the east side of Sherbourne Street will be maintained in a covered and protected walkway within the existing sidewalk. Two-way traffic movement will be maintained on Front Street East.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the closure of the east sidewalk and a 2.2 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 58.1 metres east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of Front Street East, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2024. 2. Rescinded the existing stopping prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 73 metres east. 3. Prohibited stopping at all times on the north side of Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 73 metres east. 4. Directed the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. Directed the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 6. Directed the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. Directed 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. Directed the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 9. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. Directed the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 12. Directed 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. Directed 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. Directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 15. Directed that Front Street East be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 16. Directed that the occupation permit for construction staging on Front Street East be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction. 17. Directed the applicant to create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the construction site hoarding, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 18. Directed the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 19. Directed 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. 20. In areas where no cycling lanes exist, directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to install sharrow markings onto the roadway and display appropriate signage on the hoarding board to inform motorists and cyclist to safely share the road. 21. Directed the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the applicant to establish a Construction Management Working Group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, local resident groups, local Business Improvement Areas and local school administration. 22. Directed the applicant to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association and Business Improvement Area Board of Management. 23. Rescinded the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, at a rate of $3.00 for 1 hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 73 metres east.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and a 2.2 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 58.1 metres east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of Front Street East, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2025. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays, on the north side of Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 73 metres east. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Front Street East, between Sherbourne Street and a point 73 metres east. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 6. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 7. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 9. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 12. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 15. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that Front Street East be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 16. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on Front Street East be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
TE9.47amended
125 George Street - Construction Staging Area
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Alterra Group of Companies is constructing a 39 storey residential condominium building at 125 George Street. The site is located at the southeast corner of George Street and Richmond Street East. Transportation Services is requesting approval to temporarily close a portion of the northbound lane on George Street and a portion of the south side westbound curb lane on Richmond Street East for a period of 38 months, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2026 to accommodate a construction staging area. Pedestrian operations on the east side of George Street will be maintained in a covered and protected walkway within the closed portion of the existing northbound lane. Pedestrian operations on the south side of Richmond Street East will be maintained in a covered and protected walkway within the closed portion of the existing south side westbound curb lane. Two-way traffic movement will be maintained on George Street and one-way westbound traffic will be maintained on Richmond Street East. The construction staging area will result in the loss of two on-street parking machine spaces on the east side of George Street and two on-street parking machine spaces on the south side of Richmond Street East.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the closure of the east sidewalk and a 3 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 45.5 metres south, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of George Street, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2024. 2. Authorized the closure of the south sidewalk and a 3.7 metre wide portion of the south side westbound curb lane on Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of Richmond Street East, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2026. 3. Rescinded the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times, on the east side of George Street (TO), between Richmond Street East and a point 15 metres south. 4. Rescinded the existing parking machine regulation on the east side of George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 45.5 metres south, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, for a maximum period of three hours and at a rate of $3.00 per hour. 5. Prohibited stopping at all times on the east side of George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 45.5 metres south. 6. Rescinded the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times, on the west side of George Street (TO), between Richmond Street East and a point 63.9 metres south. 7. Prohibited stopping at all times on the west side of George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 63.9 metres south. 8. Rescinded the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east. 9. Rescinded the existing parking machine regulation on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, for a maximum period of three hours and at a rate of $3.00 per hour. 10. Rescinded the existing parking machine regulation on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, for a maximum period of 2.5 hours and at a rate of $3.00 per hour. 11. Prohibited stopping at all times on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east. 12. Directed the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 13. Directed the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 14. Directed the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 15. Directed 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. 16. Directed the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 17. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. 18. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. 19. Directed the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 20. Directed 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. 21. Directed 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. 22. Directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 23. Directed that George Street and Richmond Street East be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 24. Directed that the occupation permit for construction staging on George Street and on Richmond Street East be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction. 25. Directed the applicant to create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the construction site hoarding, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 26. Directed the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 27. Directed 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. 28. In areas where no cycling lanes exist, directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to install sharrow markings onto the roadway and display appropriate signage on the hoarding board to inform motorists and cyclist to safely share the road. 29. Directed the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the applicant to establish a Construction Management Working Group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, local resident groups, local Business Improvement Areas and local school administration. 30. Directed the applicant to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association and Business Improvement Area Board of Management.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and a 3 metre wide portion of the northbound curb lane on George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 45.5 metres south, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of George Street, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2026. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of the south sidewalk and a 3.7 metre wide portion of the south side westbound curb lane on Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of Richmond Street East, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2026. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times, on the east side of George Street (TO), between Richmond Street East and a point 15 metres south. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation on the east side of George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 45.5 metres south, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, for a maximum period of three hours and at a rate of $3.00 per hour. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 45.5 metres south. 6. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing no parking prohibition in effect all times, on the west side of George Street (TO), between Richmond Street East and a point 63.9 metres south. 7. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of George Street, between Richmond Street East and a point 63.9 metres south. 8. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing stopping prohibition in effect from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east. 9. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday, for a maximum period of three hours and at a rate of $3.00 per hour. 10. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, for a maximum period of 2.5 hours and at a rate of $3.00 per hour. 11. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Richmond Street East, between George Street and a point 103 metres east. 12. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 13. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 14. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 15. Toronto and East York Community 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. 16. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 17. Toronto and East York Community 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. 18. Toronto and East York Community 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. 19. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 20. Toronto and East York Community 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. 21. Toronto and East York Community 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. 22. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 23. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that George Street and Richmond Street East be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 24. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on George Street and on Richmond Street East be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
TE9.48amended
60 Queen Street East - Construction Staging Area
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Deltera Inc. is constructing a 57 storey mixed use development consisting of residential, below-grade parking, retail, and heritage uses. The site is located on the north side of Queen Street East between Church Street and Dalhousie Street. Transportation Services is requesting approval to temporarily close the west sidewalk and a section of the southbound curb lane on Dalhousie Street for a period of 20 months, from November 16, 2023 to June 30, 2025 to accommodate a construction staging area. A separate report will be completed in 2025 to address Phase 2 which is projected to be completed by March 2028. Pedestrian movements on both sides of Dalhousie Street will be closed. Pedestrian movements will be maintained in a 2.1 metre-wide covered and protected walkway within the existing sidewalk on the east side of Church Street and the north side of Queen Street East. A section of Dalhousie Street will be designated as one-way for northbound traffic only.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Authorized the closure of the west sidewalk and a 4.2 metre wide portion of the southbound curb lane on Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 33 metres north, from November 16, 2023 to December 31, 2024. 2. Designated Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 92.4 metres north, as one-way for northbound traffic only. 3. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect all times, on the west side of Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 86.9 metres north. 4. Prohibited stopping at anytime on the west side of Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 86.9 metres further north. 5. Directed the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. Directed the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 7. Directed the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. Directed 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. Directed the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 10. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. Directed the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and the 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. Directed the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 13. Directed 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. Directed 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. Directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 16. Directed that Dalhousie Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 17. Directed that the occupation permit for construction staging on Dalhousie Street be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction. 18. Directed the applicant to create a publicly accessible website with regular construction updates and post the website address on the construction site hoarding, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 19. Directed the applicant to mitigate light pollution by installing a shield/barrier on any lighting standards in close proximity to adjacent residential properties, such as cranes. 20. Directed 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. 21. In areas where no cycling lanes exist, directed the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to install sharrow markings onto the roadway and display appropriate signage on the hoarding board to inform motorists and cyclist to safely share the road. 22. Directed the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services and the applicant to establish a Construction Management Working Group that meets monthly and invite local stakeholders including Municipal Licensing and Standards, Toronto Buildings, adjacent neighbours, local resident groups, local Business Improvement Areas and local school administration. 23. Directed the applicant to email monthly construction progress reports to the local Councillor, local residents' association and Business Improvement Area Board of Management.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the closure of the west sidewalk and a 4.2 metre wide portion of the southbound curb lane on Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 33 metres north, from November 16, 2023 to June 30, 2025. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council designate Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 92.4 metres north, as one-way for northbound traffic only. 3. Toronto and East York Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect all times, on the west side of Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 86.9 metres north. 4. Toronto and East York Community Council prohibit stopping at anytime on the west side of Dalhousie Street, between Queen Street East and a point 86.9 metres further north. 5. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to sweep the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 6. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 7. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 8. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 10. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 13. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community 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. Toronto and East York Community Council direct the applicant, in consultation with Transportation Services, to maintain any bike lanes, and install appropriate signage to inform drivers and cyclists of any changes to the cycling lanes. 16. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that Dalhousie Street be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 17. Toronto and East York Community Council direct that the occupation permit for construction staging on Dalhousie Street be conditional, subject to there being no conflicts with Metrolinx transit project construction.
TE9.49adopted
Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 1 Edgewater Drive
To obtain Toronto and East 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 uses 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.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: - 1 Edgewater Drive 2. Authorized the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council designate that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: - 1 Edgewater Drive 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
TE9.50adopted
Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 47 Austin Terrace
To obtain Toronto and East 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 uses 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.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: - 47 Austin Terrace 2. Authorized the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council designate that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: - 47 Austin Terrace 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
TE9.51adopted
Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 61, 63 St. Clair Avenue West
To obtain Toronto and East 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 uses 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.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: - 61 and 63 St. Clair Avenue West 2. Authorized the Fire Chief and General Manager, Fire Services and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council designate that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plan filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal addresses set out below, as fire routes pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes: - 61 and 63 St. Clair Avenue West 2. Toronto and East York Community Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
TE9.52adopted
Accessible Loading Zone - Hounslow Heath Road
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval for the installation of a designated on-street accessible loading zone to operate between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily on the south side of Hounslow Heath Road, between Laughton Avenue and St. Clair Avenue West.
The Toronto and East York Community Council: 1. Designated an accessible loading zone to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily, on the south side of Hounslow Heath Road, between a point 111 metres west of Laughton Avenue and a point 11 metres further west. 2. Amended the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, on the west side of Hounslow Heath Road, between a point 33.2 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 30 metres west of Laughton Avenue, to be in effect between a point 33.2 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 122 metres west of Laughton Avenue and between a point 30 metres west of Laughton Avenue and a point 81 metres further west.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Toronto and East York Community Council designate an accessible loading zone to be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., daily, on the south side of Hounslow Heath Road, between a point 111 metres west of Laughton Avenue and a point 11 metres further west. 2. Toronto and East York Community Council amend the existing maximum one-hour parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, on the west side of Hounslow Heath Road, between a point 33.2 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 30 metres west of Laughton Avenue, to be in effect between a point 33.2 metres south of St. Clair Avenue West and a point 122 metres west of Laughton Avenue and between a point 30 metres west of Laughton Avenue and a point 81 metres further west.