Item - 2023.SC7.5
Tracking Status
- This item was considered by Scarborough Community Council on September 8, 2023. The Scarborough Community Council postponed consideration of this item. Consult the text of the decision for further information on the deferral.
- See also See also SC8.6
SC7.5 - 16 Catalina Drive - Application to Remove a Private Tree
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Deferred
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Public Notice Given
Community Council Decision
The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Deferred consideration of the item until the October 19, 2023 meeting of the Scarborough Community Council.
Origin
Summary
This report requests that Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 16 Catalina Drive. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is due to the year-round shade that affects the efficiency of their solar panels, as well as shading the edible garden and fruit trees surrounding the subject tree.
The Colorado blue spruce tree, Picea pungens, in question measures 38 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 City's decision to deny a tree permit.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2023/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-238771.pdf
Communications
Motions
That consideration of the item be deferred until the October 19, 2023 meeting of the Scarborough Community Council.