Minutes Confirmed on April 2, 2025

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 93 Mildenhall Road, 286 and 288 Lawrence Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (January 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, North 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.

The North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on February 19, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013 to permit an office use that is used for administrative purposes for the Toronto French School (TFS) in the existing three (3) single-detached dwellings at 93 Mildenhall Road, 286 and 288 Lawrence Avenue East. These three properties are owned and operated by the abutting Toronto French School at 318 Lawrence Avenue East. No exterior change and no new gross floor area are being proposed to any of these dwellings.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands municipally known 104 - 114 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 5 to the report (January 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 104 - 114 Finch Avenue East substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 6 to the report (January 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

4. 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.

5. City Council request that the Owner make reasonable commercial efforts to convey off-site parkland to the City equal to the value of the on-site parkland dedication, in fulfilment of the parkland dedication requirements pursuant to Section 42 of the Planning Act, with the off-site parkland dedication to be acceptable to the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, to be conveyed prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit and;

a. in the event that the off-site parkland dedication is less than the value of the on-site parkland dedication, then the owner will pay cash-in-lieu of parkland to make up for the shortfall in parkland dedication, prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit;

b. in the event that the owner is unable to provide an acceptable off-site parkland dedication to the City, the owner will be required to satisfy the parkland dedication requirement through the payment of cash-in-lieu; and

c. the value of the cash-in-lieu of parkland dedication will be appraised through Real Estate Services and payment will be required prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit.

6. City Council approve the acceptance of an off-site parkland dedication, subject to the owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition.

7. City Council direct that should the cost of acquiring the land for the off-site dedication, including the purchase price, less reasonable real estate commissions of up to 5 percent, land transfer tax, and typical closing adjustments incurred, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, be less than the value of the parks levy calculated upon the submission of an application for the first above-grade building permit, the difference will be paid as cash in lieu to the City prior to the issuance of the first above-grade building permit for the development.

8. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the Owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation. The development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the Owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time.

9. City Council request that the applicant, in consultation with the adjacent landowners, provide a privacy fence on the north property line to be 2.44 metres (8-feet) in height or a mutually agreeable alternative.

10. City Council request the applicant to work with the General Manager, Parks and Recreation to supplement an off-site parkland dedication through use of the Community Benefits Charge.

The North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on February 19, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

North York Community Council:

1. Directed that the Executive Director, Development Review, to:

a. work with the applicant to amend the application and related instruments to relocate the driveway from Willowdale Avenue to Finch Avenue East;

b. provide retail along the entire Finch Avenue East frontage; and

c. increase the amount of visitor parking to 20 spaces; 

and to report directly to the March 26, 27 and 28, 2025 meeting of City Council with recommendations on the parts above.

This application proposes to amend the zoning by-law and the Official Plan to permit an 11-storey (36 metres excluding a 5.0 metre mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building with 201 residential units at 104 - 114 Finch Avenue East. A total of 138 vehicular parking spaces and 158 bicycle parking spaces, including 20 short-term spaces at grade is provided. The application proposes a total gross floor area of 12,751 square metres, including 438 square metres of retail gross floor area, resulting in an overall density of 5.72 times the lot area. Vehicular access to the subject site is proposed along Willowdale Avenue via a 6 metres wide, two-way driveway.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law with a Holding provision. The recommended zoning by-law amendment and Official Plan amendment are consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement (2024). The zoning by-law amendment and Official Plan amendment also conform to the City's Official Plan, subject to addressing the issues that are the subject of the Holding (H) provision further described in this report.

The proposal conforms to the Official Plan, particularly as it relates to policies that support new housing supply through intensification within the Avenues and Mixed Use Areas designations. The development is transit-supportive and provides local economic opportunities and services through the addition of retail units at-grade.

The proposed mid-rise building aligns with the updated Mid-Rise Building Design Guidelines (2024) and is massed to fit within the existing context and mitigate impacts on adjacent neighbourhoods.

North York Community Council:

1. Forwarded the item to City Council without recommendations.

The North York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on February 19, 2025, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.

This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a 42-storey (133.23 metres plus mechanical penthouse) residential building containing 540 dwelling units at 2810 - 2816 Bayview Avenue.

The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024). The proposal is also consistent with the general intent of the City’s Official Plan, including the Council-adopted Renew Sheppard East Secondary Plan (Official Plan Amendment 777).

North York Community Council:

1. Refused the applications to demolish the single-family dwellings because there is no permit to replace the building on the site.

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

In accordance with City-wide residential demolition control under Article 3, Demolition Control, of Municipal Code Chapter 363, under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, the applications for the demolition of ten semi-detached dwellings at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, and 20 Glazebrook Avenue is being referred to North York Community Council to consider as a building permit has not been issued for a replacement building. This staff report is regarding a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

North York Community Council:

1. Approved the applications to demolish the single-family dwellings 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 489; and

d. that any holes on the property are backfilled with clean fill.

This staff report is about a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

In accordance with City-wide residential demolition control under Article 3, Demolition Control, of Municipal Code Chapter 363, under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, the applications for the demolition of six single family dwellings at 221, 223, 225, 227, 229, and 231 Finch Avenue West is being referred to North York Community Council to consider as a building permit has not been issued for a replacement building.

North York Community Council may impose conditions, if any, to be attached to the demolition permit.

North York Community Council:

1. Denied the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 115 York Mills Road.

This report requests that North York Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 115 York Mills Road. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is due to concerns that the tree's roots may cause structural damage to the foundation of the house, and that wildlife accessing the tree could cause potential damage to the roof.

The Norway spruce tree (Picea abies) measures 50 centimeters 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 appeals the denial of a permit of a tree protected under the By-laws.

North York Community Council recommends that:

1. City Council amend By-law 702-2023 to extend the Part Lot Control Exemption for the lands municipally known as 1171 - 1173 Avenue Road, 1177 - 1179 Avenue Road, and 372 Briar Hill Avenue for an additional two-year period from the date of the enactment of the By-law, substantially in accordance with the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law included as Attachment 3 to the report (January 31, 2025) from the Director, Community Planning, North York District.

2. 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.

3. City Council authorize and direct appropriate City Officials to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title to the lands.

4. Prior to enactment of the Amending Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, City Council require the owner to provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the subject lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor.

On May 10, 2023, City Council adopted the Part Lot Control Exemption Application Decision Report in respect of the development located at 368 - 372 Briar Hill Avenue. On July 20, 2023, City Council enacted the associated Part Lot Control Exemption By-law (By-law 702-2023) for the development, which is intended to facilitate the creation of seven parcels of tied land (“POTLs”) for three-storey townhouses, and which would expire after a period of two years.

To date, only two of the seven parcels of tied land for the townhouses have been conveyed to new ownership. The purpose of this part lot control exemption application is to enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law to extend By-law 702-2023 for a further two years for the remaining 5 parcels of tied land yet be conveyed to new ownership located at 1171 Avenue Road, 1173 Avenue Road, 1177 Avenue Road, 1179 Avenue Road, and 372 Briar Hill Avenue.

This Report recommends approval of the application to permit the exemption from Part Lot Control to be extended for an additional two years to allow for the creation of the remaining parcels.  

North York Community Council:  

1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plans 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 - 1100 Briar Hill Avenue.

2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.

To obtain North York Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended.

Fire Services 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.

North York Community Council:  

1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plans 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 - 7 St. Dennis Drive.

2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.

To obtain North York Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended.

Fire Services 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.

North York Community Council recommends that:  

1. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, except public holidays on the south side of Sheppard Avenue West, between Gorman Park Road and a point 85 metres west, from March 31, 2025 to March 31, 2026 inclusive.

2. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Sheppard Avenue West, between Gorman Park Road and a point 85 metres west, from March 31, 2025 to March 31, 2026 inclusive.

3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Gorman Park Road, between Sheppard Avenue West and a point 49.5 metres south, from March 31, 2025 to March 31, 2026 inclusive.

4. City Council direct the applicant to 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.

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 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 maintain all sightlines 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 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.

15. City Council direct that Sheppard Avenue West and on Gorman Park Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

As Sheppard Avenue West is classified as a major arterial street, City Council approval of this report is required.

GCL BUILDS is constructing a nine-storey residential building at 799 Sheppard Avenue West. The site is located on the southwest corner of Sheppard Avenue West and Gorman Park Road.

Transportation Services is requesting authorization to prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Sheppard Avenue West and the west side of Gorman Park Road for a period of 12 months, from March 31, 2025 to March 31, 2026 to facilitate construction staging operations. To ensure safety of pedestrians during construction, a covered and protected walkway will be provided on the south side of Sheppard Avenue West and the west side of Gorman Park Road abutting the work area.

North York Community Council:

1. Authorized the installation of four traffic calming speed humps on Edgecombe Avenue, between Lawrence Avenue West and Otter Crescent.

2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of four speed humps on Edgecombe Avenue, between Lawrence Avenue West and Otter Crescent, generally as shown on Attachment 3, Drawing TC-455 dated January 2025 attached to the report (January 31, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Edgecombe Avenue and Otter Crescent" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services. 

3. Authorized the installation of two traffic calming speed humps on Otter Crescent, between Edgecombe Avenue and Avenue Road.

4. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of two speed humps Otter Crescent, between Edgecombe Avenue and Avenue Road, generally as shown on Attachment 4, Drawing TC-389 dated November 2024, attached to the report (January 31, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services, entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Edgecombe Avenue and Otter Crescent" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Edgecombe Avenue, between Lawrence Avenue West and Otter Crescent and on Otter Crescent, between Edgecombe Avenue and Avenue Road. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Edgecombe Avenue, between Lawrence Avenue West and Otter Crescent and on Otter Crescent, between Edgecombe Avenue and Avenue Road.

North York Community Council:

1. Rescinded the existing parking prohibition in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on both sides of Varna Drive, between Ranee Avenue and the north end of Varna Drive.

2. Prohibited parking from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of Varna Drive, between a point 30.5 metres north of Ranee Avenue and the north end of Varna Drive.

3. Approved a one-hour maximum parking limit in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Varna Drive, between a point 30.5 metres north of Ranee Avenue and the north end of Varna Drive.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending that the existing 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday parking prohibition on the west side of Varna Drive, between Ranee Avenue and the north end of the street, be amended to a one-hour maximum parking limit during these times. The proposed change will provide short-term parking for nearby businesses and residents.

North York Community Council:  

1. Authorized all-way compulsory stop control at the intersection of Parkhurst Boulevard and Cable Gate.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is requesting approval to install all-way stop control at the intersection of Parkhurst Boulevard and Cable Gate. Based on the assessment undertaken, the installation of all-way stop control is recommended and should enhance safety for all road users.

North York Community Council:

1. Deferred the consideration of this item until the April 30, 2025 meeting of the North York Community Council.

This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Nymark Avenue, between Bellbury Crescent and Glentworth Road. Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Nymark Avenue, between Bellbury Crescent and Glentworth Road.

North York Community Council:  

1. Assigned the ceremonial name "Heroes' Way" to Canterbury Place, North York.

2. Directed the General Manager, Transportation Services to erect signage marking "Heroes' Way".

The purpose of this report is to recommend that the ceremonial name of "Heroes' Way" be assigned to Canterbury Place, North York.

A ceremonial street dedication does not change the official street name or address information. It does result in the installation of special signage along the selected street.

Economic Development and Culture consulted with Transportation Services during the preparation of this report.

North York Community Council:

1. Directed the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the General Manager, Transportation Services, to review opportunities to name or rename an existing or planned location, such as a park, street, trail or other landmark in honour of the late Michael Mostyn and report back to North York Community Council with options by end of 2025.

On February 4th, 2025, the City of Toronto was deeply saddened by the passing of Michael Mostyn, 50, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Michael was born into a family strongly rooted in Jewish values. This upbringing was key in his journey to become an admirable and vocal leader in the community. He earned his law degree at the University of Western Ontario in 1999, and began to practice with his father Alan at Mostyn & Mostyn. In 2006, he joined B’nai Brith Canada, an international human rights organization. Michael was recognized for his success and outstanding contributions to protecting civil rights and fighting antisemitism, earning a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012. He then rose to the position of CEO in 2014. His work at B’nai Brith shaped and influenced the Government of Canada’s strategy in combating hate and defending human rights. Michael was successful in his efforts for provinces and cities to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism. He was also a regular voice for the Jewish community at Toronto City Hall, whether it be making deputations on important issues, joining at times of Jewish holidays, Israel flag raisings, or Holocaust remembrance. Michael was a source of inspiration to thousands of Torontonians and Canadians. His positive impact and advocacy for the Jewish and wider community will always be remembered.

Naming a suitable site after Michael Mostyn in York Centre would be a fitting tribute to a man who always fought for the rights others, and who made countless contributions to the City of Toronto. This would be sincerely appreciated by his family, friends, and colleagues, and would allow his legacy as a human rights champion to live on

Item NY21.17 was withdrawn from the agenda.

Residents on King High Avenue have long dealt with reckless driving behaviour using this road. High traffic volumes and high speed contribute to the residents in the area feeling unsafe. This request is to discourage this behaviour, and to make sure drivers along King High Avenue are aware of their speed and are traveling at a safe speed through the neighbourhood.

North York Community Council:

1. Directed the General Manager, Transportation, to review the collision, fatality and serious injury history along Wilson Avenue between Bathurst Street and Wilson Heights, and report back on recommendations that can better merge traffic from the 401 off ramps on Wilson Avenue and the TTC bus congestion at Wilson and Wilson Heights so the City can better protect pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.

2. Requested the General Manager of Transportation to include as part of the review and report-back on collision, fatality and serious injury incidents history along Wilson Avenue between Bathurst Street and Wilson Heights, the area south of Wilson Avenue surrounding the Highway 401 eastbound on-ramp from northbound Bathurst Street and safety issues created by heavy-trucks in the area.

There is a long history of major traffic collisions and injuries along Wilson Ave between Wilson Heights Boulevard and Bathurst Street. On February 11th, 2025, an 81-year-old woman was struck and killed by a dump truck turning off the 401 onto Wilson Avenue. On January 29th, 2025, a woman in her 70s was struck and killed by a van turning from Faywood Boulevard onto Wilson Avenue. On November 18th, 2024, 9 people were injured when a vehicle collided with a TTC bus at the intersection of Wilson Avenue and Bathurst Street. On September 23rd, 2024, a pedestrian was rushed to hospital after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Wilson Avenue and Wilson Heights Boulevard. On September 11th, 2023, a pedestrian was hit and critically injured by a pickup truck at the intersection of Wilson Avenue and Wilson Heights Boulevard. There are many indications that more must be done to improve the safety of both pedestrians and motorists along the stretch of Wilson Avenue. The frequency of pedestrians being either critically injured or killed by vehicle collisions along this stretch of Wilson Avenue has only been worsening.

General Bills

North York Community Council passed By-laws 114-2025 to 115-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

Confirmatory Bill

North York Community Council passed a Confirmatory Bill as By-law 116-2025, subject to Section 226.9 of the City of Toronto Act, 2006.

North York Community Council will introduce bills.

Announcements

The Chair acknowledged that the North York Community Council was meeting on the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples and is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. The Chair also acknowledged that Toronto is covered by Treaty 13 with the Mississaugas of the Credit. 

Where the Members of the North York Community Council listed in the attendance for this meeting participated remotely, they were counted for quorum as permitted by Section 189(4.2) of the City of Toronto Act, 2006, and City Council's Procedures.