Agenda
Scarborough Community Council
- Meeting No.:
- 23
- Contact:
- Nancy Martins, Committee Administrator
- Meeting Date:
- Thursday, June 5, 2025
- Phone:
- 416-397-4579
- Start Time:
- 10:15 AM
- E-mail:
- scc@toronto.ca
- Location:
- Council Chamber, Scarborough Civic Centre/Video Conference
- Chair:
- Councillor Paul Ainslie
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Scarborough Community Council |
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Councillor Paul Ainslie, Chair Councillor Parthi Kandavel Councillor Nick Mantas, Vice Chair
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Councillor Jamaal Myers Councillor Michael Thompson
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Declarations of Interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
Confirmation of Minutes – May 1, 2025
Schedule of Timed Items:
9:30 a.m. - SC23.1, SC23.2, SC23.3, SC23.4
Speakers/Presentations: The speakers list will be posted online at 8:30 a.m. on June 5, 2025.
Introduction and Enactment of General Bills and Bill to Confirm the Proceedings of Community Council will be last items.
SC23.1 - 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that:
1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the property municipally known as 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East 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.
Summary
This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law for the site municipally known as 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East to permit the development of a 14 storey (49.3 metre including mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building containing 190 residential units and retail uses on the ground floor. The development is proposed to contain 15,231 square metres of residential gross floor area and 672 square metres of retail with one level of underground parking. Access to the underground garage is proposed from one driveway to the rear of the site off Oswego Road.
The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024). The proposed development also conforms to the City's Official Plan. It would provide housing options in a mid-rise form, intensifying an underutilized site along Eglinton Avenue East consistent with the emerging context.
This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.
Financial Impact
The Development Review Division confirms that there are no financial implications resulting from the recommendations included in this Report in the current budget year or in future years.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-256104.pdf
(June 4, 2025) Revised Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-256105.pdf
(March 17, 2025) Revised Report and Attachments 1 to 4 and 6 to 11 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District on 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255698.pdf
(March 17, 2025) Report and Attachments 1 to 4 and 6 to 11 from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District on 2823, 2825, 2827 and 2829 Eglinton Avenue East - Zoning By-law Amendment - Decision Report - Approval
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255696.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255697.pdf
(March 5, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255699.pdf
Communications
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
SC23.2 - 672 to 676 Birchmount Road - Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications - Decision Report - Approval
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 9:30 AM
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that:
1. City Council amend the Official Plan for the lands municipally known as 672 to 676 Birchmount Road substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment included as Attachment 5 to this Report.
2. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended for the lands municipally known as 672 to 676 Birchmount Road substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included 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/or draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required.
Summary
This Report recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit the development of a 7-storey residential building comprised of 226 residential units at 672 to 676 Birchmount Road. The development is proposed to contain approximately 18,300 square metres of residential gross floor area and two levels of underground parking with vehicular access taken from Birchmount Road.
The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan. It will provide housing options in an appropriate built form, intensifying an underutilized site along a major street in a way that is respectful of both the existing and planned context.
Financial Impact
The Development Review Division confirms that there are no financial implications resulting from the recommendations included in this report in the current budget year or in future years.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255564.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Official Plan Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255565.pdf
Attachment 6: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255566.pdf
(May 9, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255362.pdf
Communications
SC23.3 - 3434 Lawrence Avenue East, Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 9:30 AM
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that:
1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands municipally known as 3434 Lawrence Avenue East 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 that in accordance with Section 51 of the Planning Act as a component of the Registration of Plan of Subdivision, the Owner shall convey to the City, an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 968 square metres, to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the City Solicitor.
4. City Council approve the acceptance of on-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; the owner may propose the exception of encumbrances of tiebacks, where such an encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, in consultation with the City Solicitor; and such an encumbrance will be subject to the payment of compensation to the City, in an amount as determined by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management.
5. 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 (P and R). 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.
Summary
This report recommends approval of the application to amend Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, to permit the construction of two L-shaped residential buildings with heights ranging from 10 to 23 storeys at 3434 Lawrence Avenue East. A total of 855 units are proposed within a total gross floor area of approximately 59,794 square metres. A total of 559.5 square metres of ground floor non-residential floor area is also proposed. A new north-south public road located on the western boundary of the site and a new public park located to the east of the site would also form part of the proposed redevelopment.
The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan.
This report recommends a Holding (H) provision on the subject site to ensure that the identified infrastructure matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer, Engineering Construction Services.
The site is also subject to a Draft Plan of Subdivision application for which a future report will be brought forward to Scarborough Community Council.
Financial Impact
The Development Review Division confirms that there are no financial implications resulting from the recommendations included in this report in the current budget year or in future years.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255519.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255518.pdf
(May 7, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255252.pdf
Communications
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Salim Patel (SC.New)
SC23.4 - 62 Orchard Park Drive - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Time:
- 9:30 AM
- Ward:
- 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Public Notice Given
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that:
1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended, for the lands at 62 Orchard Park Drive substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment Number 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.
Summary
This report recommends approval of a Zoning By-law amendment to permit the construction of a four-storey (12.62 metres excluding the elevator overrun) residential building containing 47 new affordable rental dwelling units at 62 Orchard Park Drive. The proposed building would be located on the lands currently used as a surface parking lot adjacent to the existing West Hill United Church and Mentoring, Academic, Art Technology Youth Innovation and Cultural Centre (the "MAAT Centre"), which is to be retained and continue operating on the site. A total of 29 vehicular parking spaces are proposed to support the existing Mentoring, Academic, Art Technology Youth Innovation and Cultural Centre and the proposed development.
This report recommends a Holding (H) provision on the subject site to ensure that the identified infrastructure matters are addressed to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer, Engineering Construction Services.
Financial Impact
This development project has been approved for pre-development funding of $50,000 through the Open Door program (2022.PH34.8). Authority to provide financial incentives has been authorized by City Council through the Rental Housing Supply Program (2024.EX18.2), a summary of financial incentives is included below in Table 1.
Table 1: Rental Housing Supply Incentives and Exemption of Municipal and School Taxation for 62 Orchard Park Drive
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Site |
Net New Affordable Rental Homes |
Estimated Affordability Period (Years) |
Estimated Development Charges* |
Estimated Planning Fees and Charges** |
Estimated Total Value of Incentives |
Estimated Net Present Value of Property Taxes*** |
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62 Orchard Park Drive |
47 |
99 |
$1,698,520 |
$824,383
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$1,309,320 |
$3,832,223 |
* Calculated using June 2024 Development Charge rates
** Includes estimated January 2025 building permit fees of $25,636, January 2025 Planning Fees of $93,747, and parkland dedication fees of $705,000.
*** Calculated using 2022 property tax rates
The Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer has reviewed this report and agrees with the information as presented in the Financial Impact Section.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255588.pdf
Attachment 5: Draft Zoning By-law Amendment
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255575.pdf
(May 7, 2025) Notice of Public Meeting
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255253.pdf
Communications
SC23.5 - 27 Lyncroft Drive - Application to Remove a Private Tree
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Public Notice Given
Origin
Recommendations
The Acting Director of Urban Forestry, Environment, Climate and Forestry recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council to deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 27 Lyncroft Drive.
Summary
This report requests that Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 27 Lyncroft Drive. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting the removal of the tree is because of its declining condition and potential to become a hazard and damage the property.
The Scots pine tree (Pinus sylvestris) measures 33 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 appeals the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
Financial Impact
There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255073.pdf
Communications
(May 1, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.Main)
(June 3, 2025) Presentation from Christen Dschankilic (SC.New)
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
SC23.6 - 49 Bellamy Road South - Application to Remove a Private Tree
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Public Notice Given
Origin
Recommendations
The Acting Director of Urban Forestry, Environment, Climate and Forestry recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 49 Bellamy Road South.
Summary
This report requests that Scarborough Community Council deny the request for a permit to remove one privately owned tree located at 49 Bellamy Road South. The applicant indicates the reason for requesting removal of the tree is to address concerns over large falling branches that may result in property damage.
The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) measures 78.5 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 appeals the City's decision to deny a tree permit.
Financial Impact
There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255074.pdf
Communications
(June 5, 2025) E-mail from Nicole Corrado (SC.New)
SC23.7 - Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/Private Access - Traffic Control Signals and Traffic Amendments
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
2. Scarborough Community Council prohibit southbound through movements at all times (bicycles excepted) at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
3. Scarborough Community Council prohibit northbound through movements at all times (bicycles excepted) at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
As per the conditions of approval for the development of two 11-storey residential buildings at 7437, 7439 and 7441 Kingston Road, traffic control signals are to be installed at the intersection of Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access.
The installation of new traffic control signals at Kingston Road and Raspberry Road/private access will facilitate access to and from the new site and will enhance safety for all road users at this location by providing a protected pedestrian crossing across Kingston Road. In conjunction with the signal installation, it is recommended that northbound and southbound straight through movements be prohibited at all times to discourage traffic infiltration between the site and the residential neighbourhood located north of Kingston Road.
Financial Impact
There are no financial implications associated with the adoption of this report as funding has been secured from the proponent of the 7437,7439, and 7441 Kingston Road development for the new signal and other road improvements. These funds were secured through Site Plan Control Application Number 18 178880 ESC 44 SA, deposit letter of Credit Number BMTO707383OS.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255587.pdf
SC23.8 - Amberjack Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Amberjack Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North (south intersection) and Brimorton Drive.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of eight speed humps on Amberjack Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North (south intersection) and Brimorton Drive, generally as shown on Attachments 2 and 3, Drawing TC-528 and TC-529, dated April 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Amberjack Boulevard" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Summary
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 Amberjack Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North (south intersection) and Brimorton Drive. 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 this section of Amberjack Boulevard.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing eight speed humps on Amberjack Boulevard is $32,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255572.pdf
SC23.9 - Beechgrove Drive - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 14 speed humps on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue, generally as shown on Attachments 3, 4, and 5, Drawings TC-514, TC-515, and TC-516, dated April 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Beechgrove Drive" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Recommendations 1 and 2 above, Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue.
Summary
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 Beechgrove Drive, between Lawrence Avenue East and Megan Avenue. 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 this section of Beechgrove Drive.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing 14 speed humps on Beechgrove Drive is $56,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255516.pdf
SC23.10 - Courcelette Road - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Courcelette Road, between Queen Street East and Windsor Avenue.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of three speed humps on Courcelette Road, between Queen Street East and Windsor Avenue, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing Number TC-474, dated March 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Courcelette Road" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Summary
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 Courcelette Road, between Queen Street East and Windsor Avenue. 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 Courcelette Road.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing three speed humps on Courcelette Road is $12,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255551.pdf
SC23.11 - Dolly Varden Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Dolly Varden Boulevard, between Daventry Road and Brimorton Drive.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of seven speed humps on Dolly VardenBoulevard, between Daventry Road and Brimorton Drive, generally as shown on Attachments 3 and 4, Drawings TC-521 and TC-522, dated April 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Dolly Varden Boulevard" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Summary
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 Dolly Varden Boulevard, between Daventry Road and Brimorton Drive. 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 Dolly Varden Boulevard.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing seven speed humps on Dolly Varden Boulevard is $28,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255549.pdf
Communications
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Kevin Mount (SC.New)
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Lynn Beaver (SC.New)
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Carolyn and Norm Burnham (SC.New)
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from John and Janet Humphries (SC.New)
(June 4, 2025) E-mail from R. Lamanna (SC.New)
SC23.12 - Harfleur Road - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 22 - Scarborough - Agincourt
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of five speed humps on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive, generally as shown on Attachment 2, Drawing No. TC-523, dated April 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Harfleur Road" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Recommendations 1 and 2 above, Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
Summary
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 on Harfleur Road, between Glendower Circuit and Huntingwood Drive. Staff's assessment indicates that the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Harfleur Road.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing five speed humps on Harfleur Road is $20,000.00. Funding would be subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255548.pdf
SC23.13 - Lynnbrook Drive - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 18 speed humps on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North, generally as shown on Attachments 4, 5, 6 and 7, Drawings TC-517, TC-518, TC-519 and TC-520, dated April 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Lynnbrook Drive" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Recommendations 1 and 2 above, Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
4. Subject to approval of Recommendation 3 above, Scarborough Community Council authorize the amendment of Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove Lynnbrook Drive between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North, from being excluded from the Designated Area such that this portion of highway will then be included within the corresponding designated area in Column 1 in Schedule XLV (Part 1).
Summary
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 Lynnbrook Drive, between Brimorton Drive and Bellamy Road North. 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 Lynnbrook Drive.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing 18 speed humps on Lynnbrook Drive is $72,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255546.pdf
Communications
(May 29, 2025) E-mail from Andrea Kroher (SC.New)
SC23.14 - Marcella Street - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Marcella Street, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Samson Crescent.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 11 speed humps on Marcella Street, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Samson Crescent, generally as shown on Attachments 2 and 3, Drawings TC-525 and TC-526, dated May 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Marcella Street" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
Summary
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 Marcella Street, between Scarborough Golf Club Road and Samson Crescent. 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 Marcella Street.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing 11 speed humps on Marcella Street is $44,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255543.pdf
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SC23.15 - Poplar Road - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of speed humps on Poplar Road, between Cumber Avenue/Dearham Wood and Kingston Road.
2. Scarborough Community Council direct the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 20 speed humps on Poplar Road, between Cumber Avenue/Dearham Wood and Kingston Road, generally as shown on Attachments 3, 4, 5, and 6, Drawings TC-510, TC-511, TC-512, and TC-513, dated May 2025, attached to the report entitled "Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Poplar Road" from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Recommendations 1 and 2 above, Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Poplar Road, between Cumber Avenue/Dearham Wood and Kingston Road, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
4. Subject to approval of Recommendation 3 above, Scarborough Community Council authorize the amendment of Schedule XLV (Part 1) to City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 950, Traffic and Parking, to remove on Poplar Road, between Cumber Avenue/Dearham Wood and Kingston Road, from being excluded from the Designated Area such that this portion of highway will then be included within the corresponding designated area in Column 1 in Schedule XLV (Part 1).
Summary
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 Poplar Road, between Cumber Avenue/Dearham Wood and Kingston 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 Poplar Road.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost for installing 20 speed humps on Poplar Road is $80,000.00. Funding is subject to availability and competing priorities within the Transportation Services 2025 Capital Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255515.pdf
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SC23.16 - Ionview Road - U-Turn Prohibition
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 21 - Scarborough Centre
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council prohibit northbound and southbound U-turn movements at all times on Ionview Road, between Yorkshire Road and Bertrand Avenue.
Summary
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.
Transportation Services recommends a U-turn prohibition on Ionview Road, between Yorkshire Road and Bertrand Avenue. Prohibiting U-turns will provide a safer environment for all road users along this section of Ionview Road, located adjacent to Ionview Public School.
Financial Impact
The estimated cost of installing the signs is approximately $1,500.00. Funding is available within the Transportation Services 2025 Operating Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255513.pdf
SC23.17 - Corporate Drive - Accessible Loading Zone
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. City Council amend the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times, on the north side of Corporate Drive, between Progress Avenue (west intersection) and a point 72 metres east of Consilium Place, to be in effect between Progress Avenue (west intersection) and a point 61 metres east of Consilium Place.
2. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect, Monday to Saturday, from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Saturday, at the rate of $3.00 per hour for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Corporate Drive between a point 72 metres east of Consilium and a point a 100 metres east of Consilium Place to be in effect between a point 61 metres east of Consilium Place and a point 28 metres further east.
3. City Council designate an accessible loading zone to be in effect at all times, on the north side of Corporate Drive, between a point 89 metres east of Consilium Place to a point 11 metres further east.
Summary
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Corporate Drive, City Council approval of this report is required.
Transportation Services is recommending the designation of an on-street accessible loading zone to operate at all times on the north side of Corporate Drive, between a point 89 metres east of Consilium Place and a point 11 metres further east.
The establishment of this accessible loading zone will provide unimpeded curbside access for the Wheel-Trans users and accessible permit holders visiting the Medical Centre Dialysis Clinic located at 78 Corporate Drive.
The existing pay parking in this area will be shifted west as a result of this designation, however there will be no loss of revenue or parking spaces incurred from the installation of the accessible loading zone.
Financial Impact
The signage cost associated with the proposed installation of the accessible loading zone is approximately $800.00. Funding is available within the Transportation Services 2025 Operating Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255556.pdf
SC23.18 - Sedgemount Drive - Parking Amendments
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council amend the existing maximum 30-minute parking regulation in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Sedgemount Drive between a point 60 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 110 metres further north to be in effect from a point a point 60 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 47 metres further north.
2. Scarborough Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of 30 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Sedgemount Drive between a point 148 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 20 metres further north.
3. Scarborough Community Council to amend the existing school loading zone in effect, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the west side of Sedgemount Drive between a point 101 metres north of Pandora Circle and a point 30 metres further north to be in effect between a point 107 metres north of Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and a point 30 metres further north.
4. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side Sedgemount Drive between a point 137 metres north of Pandora Circle (southeast intersection) and a point 11 metres further north.
5. Scarborough Community Council rescind the existing U-turn prohibition on Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle and Daventry Road.
6. Scarborough Community Council prohibit U-turn on Sedgemount Drive, between Pandora Circle (southwest intersection) and Daventry Road.
Summary
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 parking amendments on Sedgemount Drive to improve safety for road users fronting Tredway Woodsworth Public School. The proposed changes will amend the school bus loading zone and short-term parking area on the north side of the street to prevent motorists from obstructing the school's driveway, ensuring clear sightlines.
During the investigation, Transportation Services discovered a discrepancy between the by-lawed regulations and the posted signage for the U-turn prohibition on Sedgemount Drive. Recommendations 5 and 6 will rectify this inconsistency.
Financial Impact
The signage costs associated with the proposed amendments are approximately $1,150.00. Funding is available within the Transportation Services 2025 Operating Budget.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255552.pdf
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SC23.19 - Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking - Northview Avenue
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
The Director, Permits and Enforcement, Transportation Services recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council authorize parking by permit only from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily on the odd (south) side of Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue.
2. Scarborough Community Council prohibit parking at all times on the north side of Northview Avenue between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue.
Summary
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 overnight on-street permit parking be introduced on Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue, 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., daily.
Residents requested the implementation of overnight on-street permit parking on Northview Avenue from Victoria Park Avenue to Blantyre Avenue, to accommodate their parking needs.
Financial Impact
The estimated funding to implement overnight on-street permit parking is $965 which is available within Transportation Services 2025 Operating Budget. The maximum annual revenue that could potentially be generated if all parking spaces are occupied by a permit holder is $6,620.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255249.pdf
SC23.20 - 303 Nantucket Boulevard - Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 21 - Scarborough Centre
Origin
Recommendations
The Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council designate 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 - 303 Nantucket Boulevard
2. Scarborough Community Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Summary
To obtain Scarborough 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.
Financial Impact
There are no financial implications associated with this report.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255250.pdf
Attachment 1: Amendment of Chapter 880 Fire Routes
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255251.pdf
SC23.21 - Huntsmill Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) Re-opening Item SC22.10
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 22 - Scarborough - Agincourt
Origin
Recommendations
Councillor Nick Mantas recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council re-open Item SC22.10, titled “Huntsmill Boulevard - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)”.
2. Scarborough Community Council amend its previous decision by adding the words “(south intersection)” to references of Bamburgh Circle, so that the decision reads as follows:
“The Scarborough Community Council:
1. Authorized the installation of speed humps on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle (south intersection) and Arnall Avenue.
2. Directed the City Solicitor to prepare a by-law to alter the roadway for the installation of 14 speed humps on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle (south intersection) and Arnall Avenue, generally as shown on Attachments 2, 3, and 4, Drawings TC-480, TC-481, and TC-482, dated April 2025, attached to the report (April 11, 2025) from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services.
3. Subject to approval of Parts 1 and 2 above, reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle (south intersection) and Arnall Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.”
Summary
At its meeting on May 1, 2025, Scarborough Community Council approved speed humps on Huntsmill Boulevard, between Bamburgh Circle and Arnall Avenue. There are two Huntsmill Boulevard and Bamburgh Circle intersections: the south intersection and the north intersection. The initial recommendations did not state the south or north intersection. Accordingly, Transportation Services is requesting a re-opening of Item 2025.SC22.10 to correct the wording of the decision to include a “south intersection” description for Huntsmill Boulevard and Bamburgh Circle intersection.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255620.pdf
Attachment 1: Memorandum from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services on Traffic Calming (Speed Humps) - Huntsmill Boulevard
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255621.pdf
SC23.22 - Raleigh Avenue and Moira Avenue - Parking Amendments
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Ward:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest
Origin
Recommendations
Councillor Parthi Kandavel recommends that:
1. Scarborough Community Council amend the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times, on both sides of Raleigh Avenue between Kennedy Road and a point 30 metres west of Glasgow Avenue to be in effect between Kennedy Road and Glasgow Avenue.
2. Scarborough Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Raleigh Avenue between North Bonnington Avenue and Glasgow Avenue
3. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Raleigh Avenue between North Bonnington Avenue and Glasgow Avenue.
4. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between Glasgow Avenue and a point 40 metres west.
5. Scarborough Community Council prohibit standing at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between a point 40 metres south of Glasgow Avenue and a point 40 metres further west.
6. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between a point 140 metres south of Glasgow Avenue and a point 26 metres further west.
7. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the south side of Raleigh Avenue between a point 280 metres south of Glasgow Avenue and North Bonnington Avenue.
8. Scarborough Community Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Moira Avenue between Raleigh Avenue and North Bonnington Avenue.
9. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Moira Avenue between Raleigh Avenue and North Bonnington Avenue.
Summary
The proposed motion responds to longstanding concerns raised by local residents, businesses, and Parking Enforcement regarding ongoing congestion and safety issues on Raleigh Avenue and Moira Avenue. Redevelopment on the south side of Raleigh Avenue has changed driveway access points, intensifying conflicts with illegal parking and obstructing the safe movement of large vehicles. Residents and business owners have reported persistent visibility issues and traffic bottlenecks. Transportation Services has reviewed the area and supports the proposed amendments to existing parking regulations. These changes aim to enhance safety, improve traffic flow, and address long-standing access concerns in the area.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255995.pdf
Attachment 1: Memorandum from the Director, Traffic Management, Transportation Services on Parking Amendments - Raleigh Avenue and Moira Avenue
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/sc/bgrd/backgroundfile-255996.pdf
SC23.23 - Introduction of By-laws
- Consideration Type:
- ACTION
- Schedule Type:
- Delegated
- Wards:
- 20 - Scarborough Southwest, 21 - Scarborough Centre, 22 - Scarborough - Agincourt, 23 - Scarborough North, 24 - Scarborough - Guildwood, 25 - Scarborough - Rouge Park
Summary
Scarborough Community Council will introduce bills.