Agenda

Engineering and Construction Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the names "Poulter's Place" and "Vermouth Lane" for the two public lanes located in the area bounded by Vermont Avenue, Bathurst Street, Bloor Street West and Manning Avenue.

2.         Authorize and direct the appropriate City Officials to take the necessary action to give effect thereto, including the introduction of naming by-laws.

This report recommends that two public lanes located in the area bounded by Vermont Avenue, Bathurst Street, Bloor Street West and Manning Avenue be named "Poulter's Place" and "Vermouth Lane" respectively.

Community Council has delegated authority to decide street naming matters which comply with the City of Toronto Honourific and Street Naming Policy.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with City Planning staff and any other appropriate staff, to oppose the applicant’s appeal respecting the Zoning By-law Amendment application for 266-270 and 274-322 King Street West and attend the Ontario Municipal Board hearing in opposition to such appeal, and retain such experts as the City Solicitor may determine are appropriate in support of the position recommended in the report dated November 4, 2013 from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to also advise the OMB that City Council’s position is that any redevelopment of the sites, if approved by the OMB, should secure such services, facilities or matters pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act, as may be recommended by the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division, in consultation with the Ward Councillor.

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other City staff to take any necessary steps to implement the foregoing.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council refuse the proposed demolition of the designated heritage properties at 266, 276, 284 and 322 King Street West under Section 34 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

2.         If the owner appeals City Council's decision to refuse the application for demolition under Section 34 of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate City staff to attend any hearing held by the Ontario Municipal Board in support of the Council position opposing such appeal.

This report recommends that City Council refuse the proposed demolition of four designated heritage properties at 266, 276, 284 and 322 King Street West as part of Zoning By-law amendment application 12 276890 STE 20 OZ. 

The development application, which has been appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board for non-decision within required timeframes, proposes to redevelop two separate parcels, municipally known as 266-270 King Street West (east parcel) and 274-322 King Street West (west parcel) for the purpose of a mixed use development on each. A report from the Director, Community Planning will be considered at the November 19, 2013 meeting of Toronto and East York Community Council.

The East Parcel would be developed with an 82-storey mixed use building complete with a six storey base. The West Parcel would be developed with two tower elements having total heights of 84 and 86 storeys from John Street to Ed Mirvish Way respectively, including a six-storey base.

The proposed demolition of four designated buildings does not satisfy the requirements of the Planning Act, the associated Provincial Policy Statement and the City's Official Plan Heritage Policies. It also does not comply with the Standards and Guidelines for the Conservation of Historic Place in Canada, which was adopted by City Council.

There are no financial implications resulting from adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board deferred consideration of the report (October 22, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting "Demolition of Four Designated Heritage Properties - 266, 276, 284 and 322 King Street West" to its December 6, 2013 meeting and advised the Toronto and East York Community Council of the action taken.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application for a 7-storey residential condominium building at 20-38 Gladstone Avenue, and the demolition of 10 residential buildings that contain 5 existing residential rental housing units.  The proposed building contains 128 residential units and 176 below-grade vehicular parking spaces.  Parking is provided in three levels of underground parking for residents and visitors, and loading is shared with the building to the south at 8-14 Gladstone Avenue.

A Rental Housing Demolition application has been submitted with the rezoning application to demolish the 5 existing residential rental units located at 20, 22, 24 and 32 Gladstone Avenue.

This report also recommends approval under Municipal Code 667 of the rental housing demolition application with no replacement of the rental housing units.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council amend the Official Plan, for the properties on Ossington Avenue between Queen Street West and Dundas Street West, substantially in accordance with the proposed Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment No. 4 to report (October 31, 2013) 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 Official Plan Amendment as may be required.

This is a City-initiated Official Plan Amendment to create an area-specific Official Plan policy for Ossington Avenue, between Queen Street West and Dundas Street West.  The proposed policy is based on the findings and recommendations of the Ossington Avenue Planning Study that was brought forward to Toronto and East York Community Council at the meeting held on October 17, 2013. 

In summary, the proposed policy reinforces the existing permissions while providing more emphasis on streetscape, heritage, character of the street, and transition to adjacent residential uses.  While this report recommends a four-storey height limit for the majority of the street, it also identifies opportunity for height up to five storeys on a section of the east side of Ossington Avenue.

This report reviews and recommends approval of a City-initiated Official Plan Amendment to create an area-specific Official Plan policy (see Attachment 4).

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council amend Zoning By-law 438-86, for the lands at 595 Bay Street and 306 Yonge Street substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment attached as Attachment No. 7 to the report ( October 21, 2013) 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 enter into an Agreement pursuant to Section 37 of the Planning Act as follows:

a.         The community benefits recommended to be secured in the Section 37 Agreement are as follows:

i.          Internalize the TTC Staircase at the northwest corner of Yonge Street and Dundas Street West to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Transit Commission.

ii.         Make improvements to Edward Street beyond the property line of 595 Bay Street and 306 Yonge Street substantially as shown in Attachment 1 of the report from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, titled: "595 Bay Street and 306 Yonge Street - Zoning Amendment Application - Final Report" and dated October 21, 2013.

iii.        The provision of a financial contribution in the amount of $350,000 for streetscape improvements on the north side of Edward Street and area, to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning.

iv.        Improve the below-grade entrance from Dundas Station to 595 Bay Street and 306 Yonge Street to make it accessible to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning and the Chief Executive Officer of the Toronto Transit Commission.

v.         Require that the cash amounts identified in Recommendation 3.a.iv. above shall be indexed upwardly in accordance with the Non-Residential Construction Price Index for the Toronto CMA, reported quarterly by Statistics Canada in Construction Price Statistics Publication No. 62-007-XPB, or its successor, calculated from the date of execution of the Section 37 Agreement to the date of submission of the funds by the Owner to the City.

This application proposes five-storey additions to both office towers at the Atrium on Bay known municipally as 595 Bay Street and 306 Yonge Street.  The application further proposes an addition on Bay Street covering the exterior split stair that currently occupies that space.

The Official Plan calls for new residential development to be balanced with increased employment opportunities within the Downtown and Central Waterfront Areas of the Official Plan.  This application represents an important opportunity to achieve the objectives of the Provincial Policy Statement, Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe and the Official Plan in this regard.  The applicant is also proposing many improvements to the public realm and internalizing the TTC staircase at Yonge Street and Dundas Street West. 

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law proposes a development consisting of: four residential towers with heights of 12, 37, 45 and 45 storeys; 3-storey townhouses;  a low-rise mixed use base building; and retail uses at grade along Howard Street for the properties at 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16 Glen Road; 4, 6, 58, 60, 62, 64, 76 and 100 Howard Street; and 603, 605, 607, 609, and 611 Sherbourne Street.  The proposal also includes: the retention of several heritage buildings (6-16 Glen Road, 603 Sherbourne Street and 605-607 Sherbourne Street); the relocation and conservation of 76 Howard Street; the conveyance of a public park; and the demolition and replacement of 8 rental dwelling units with tenant relocation assistance.

This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to conditions.  It also recommends approval of the related application for Rental Housing Demolition.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council approve the proposed alterations to the heritage properties at 603, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road and 76 Howard Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by Architects Alliance dated July 5, 2013, date stamped received by the City Planning Division July 15, 2013, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, and the Heritage Impact Assessments (HIA) prepared by ERA Architects Inc. for each of the above-noted properties with final revisions dated: 603 Sherbourne Street (December 20, 2012); 605-607 Sherbourne Street (June 10, 2013); 6-16 Glen Road (June 8, 2011); and 76 Howard Street (June 21, 2013), all on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, subject to the following conditions:  

a.         That prior to the introduction of the bills in City Council for the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment the owner shall:

i.          Provide a detailed Conservation Plan for each of the properties at 603, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road and 76 Howard Street detailing all conservation work required in accordance with the HIAs referenced in Recommendation 1 in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, including a detailed estimate of costs associated with this conservation work, to be prepared by a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

ii.         Execute a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for each of  the properties at 603, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road, and 76 Howard Street to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

b.         That prior to the issuance of any heritage permit for the properties referenced in Recommendation 1 in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, the owner shall:

i.          Provide full building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the rehabilitation, restoration and  protective measures to be taken, keyed to the approved Conservation Plans referenced in Recommendation 1.a.i. in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

ii.         Provide a Letter of Credit in a form and amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure the conservation work included in the Conservation Plans referenced in Recommendation 1.a.i. in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division.

iii.        Provide full documentation of the existing heritage property at 4 Howard Street including two (2) printed sets of archival quality 8"x10" colour photographs with borders in a glossy or semi-gloss finish and one (1) digital set on a CD 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 maybe available to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

c.         That prior to the release of the Letter of Credit, the owner shall:

i.          Provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs for the heritage properties referenced in Recommendation 1.a.ii. in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

ii.         Provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the conservation work has been completed in accordance with the approved Conservation Plans and that the work has maintained an appropriate standard of conservation to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

2.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner for each of the heritage properties at 603 Sherbourne Street, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road, and 76 Howard Street.

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce any necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into of the Heritage Easement Agreements for the properties at 603 Sherbourne Street, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road, and 76 Howard Street.

4.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 76 Howard Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

5.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 605 Sherbourne Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

6.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 607 Sherbourne Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

7.         If there are no objections to the designations in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the bills in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

8.         If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the City Clerk to refer the designations to the Conservation Review Board.

9.         If the designations are referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the designations of the properties.

This report recommends that City Council endorse the conservation strategies as generally described in this report, for the eleven heritage properties that are part of three development blocks comprising the subject development site in the North St. James Town neighbourhood.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         City Council approve the proposed alterations to the heritage properties at 603, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road and 76 Howard Street substantially in accordance with the plans and drawings prepared by Architects Alliance dated July 5, 2013, date stamped received by the City Planning Division July 15, 2013, and on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, and the Heritage Impact Assessments (HIA) prepared by ERA Architects Inc. for each of the above-noted properties with final revisions dated: 603 Sherbourne Street (December 20, 2012); 605-607 Sherbourne Street (June 10, 2013); 6-16 Glen Road (June 8, 2011); and 76 Howard Street (June 21, 2013), all on file with the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services, subject to the following conditions:

a.         That prior to the introduction of the bills in City Council for the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment the owner shall:

i.          Provide a detailed Conservation Plan for each of the properties at 603, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road and 76 Howard Street detailing all conservation work required in accordance with the HIAs referenced in Recommendation 1 in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, including a detailed estimate of costs associated with this conservation work, to be prepared by a qualified heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

ii.         Execute a Heritage Easement Agreement with the City for each of  the properties at 603, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road, and 76 Howard Street to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

b.         That prior to the issuance of any heritage permit for the properties referenced in Recommendation 1 in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, the owner shall:

i.          Provide full building permit drawings, including notes and specifications for the rehabilitation, restoration and  protective measures to be taken, keyed to the approved Conservation Plans referenced in Recommendation 1.a. i. in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, including a description of materials and finishes, to be prepared by the project architect and heritage consultant to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

ii.         Provide a Letter of Credit in a form and amount satisfactory to the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services to secure the conservation work included in the Conservation Plans referenced in Recommendation 1. a. i. in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division.

iii.        Provide full documentation of the existing heritage property at 4 Howard Street including two (2) printed sets of archival quality 8"x10" colour photographs with borders in a glossy or semi-gloss finish and one (1) digital set on a CD 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 maybe available to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

c.         That prior to the release of the Letter of Credit, the owner shall:

i.          Provide replacement Heritage Easement Agreement photographs for the heritage properties referenced in Recommendation 1.a. ii. in the report (September 11, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

ii.         Provide a letter of substantial completion prepared and signed by a qualified heritage consultant confirming that the conservation work has been completed in accordance with the approved Conservation Plans and that the work has maintained an appropriate standard of conservation to the satisfaction of the Manager, Heritage Preservation Services.

2.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner for each of the heritage properties at 603 Sherbourne Street, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road, and 76 Howard Street.

3.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce any necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into of the Heritage Easement Agreements for the properties at 603 Sherbourne Street, 605-607 Sherbourne Street, 6-16 Glen Road, and 76 Howard Street.

4.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 76 Howard Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

5.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 605 Sherbourne Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

6.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 607 Sherbourne Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

7.         If there are no objections to the designations in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the bills in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

8.         If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the City Clerk to refer the designations to the Conservation Review Board.

9.         If the designations are referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the designations of the properties.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council adopt the Study, entitled "Besides the Tracks: Knitting the Rail Corridor Back to the Community", attached at Attachment 1 to the report (November 4, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning Toronto and East York District.

2.         City Council direct City Staff to use this framework to review development applications as well as infrastructure investment in the long-term for the lands within the Study Area.

3.         City Council request the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, in consultation with appropriate City Divisions to report back in the first quarter of 2014 on an implementation strategy, including quick hits to move forward with elements of the "Besides the Tracks" Study.

In March 2011, Toronto and East York Community Council requested City Planning to conduct a review of lands abutting the CN railway, which form the western boundary of Ward 18. The Study did not look at land use as this was being considered through the Municipal Comprehensive Review, but focused on opportunities to improve this area and better connect it to the surrounding neighbourhood. The result will help the City to proactively respond to any development proposals in the area and plan for the long-term investment and revitalization of these lands. The Study responds to a unique combination of factors including relatively large industrial sites lacking local infrastructure immediately bounded by stable neighbourhoods. In addition, the area is under increasing development pressures. 

City staff, the Ward Councillor and members of the community have worked together to develop a vision for new development and direct infrastructure investment within the Study Area. In addition, an inter-divisional staff team worked on the project and were involved in developing the recommendations. The Study outlines short-term and long-term recommendations pertaining to parks, the transportation network (including new roads, bikeways, parking and walkways), heritage buildings, urban design and community services and facilities.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

This application proposes to redevelop the subject site at 2131 Yonge Street and 32 Hillsdale Avenue.  The current use, a large retail store (The Art Shoppe), is to be demolished.

The proposed mixed commercial-residential redevelopment consists of a 38-storey (123.85 metres) north tower and a 29-storey (98.70 metres) south tower (excluding mechanical penthouses).  The height in storeys of both towers includes a common 6-storey base. The north tower includes a proposed restaurant on the 38th floor.

A total of 693 residential units are proposed and 497 parking spaces plus 3 car-share spaces are provided in an underground garage.  The total proposed gross floor area is approximately 9.0 times the lot area.  The lot includes the parkette on Hillsdale Avenue East which is owned by the applicant and leased to the City.

The base consists of retail uses on floors 1 and 2, residential units on floors 3 to 5 and a residential amenity level on the 6th floor.

The applicant has appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board prior to Council making a decision on their request for Official Plan and zoning amendments.  This report reviews and recommends refusal of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law.

The proposed development on a site outside of the Yonge-Eglinton Urban Growth Centre (UGC) is not consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement and neither does it conform to the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe or the Official Plan. 

The proposed massing and tower heights of 38 storeys (124 metres) and 29 storeys (99 metres) on a lot abutting a Neighbourhoods designated area does not fit its built or planned context.  The proposal does not comply with the policies of the Official Plan, including Section 4.5 which requires transition between areas of different intensity and scale (by stepping down in height among other methods), particularly towards lower scale Neighbourhoods.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the lessee of the property at 1 Austin Terrace.

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement.

This report recommends that City Council grant authority for a Heritage Easement Agreement between the City of Toronto and the lessee of the property at 1 Austin Terrace.  The site contains Casa Loma, which is owned by the City of Toronto and operated as a tourist attraction.  The Heritage Easement Agreement will cover the exterior and interior of the building as well as the grounds.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the lessee of the property at 1 Austin Terrace.

2.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bill in Council authorizing the entering into of a Heritage Easement Agreement.

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 5, 2013, considered a report (October 22, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Authority for a Heritage Easement Agreement - 1 Austin Terrace.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council include the property at 33 Avenue Road (York Square) on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties.

This report recommends that City Council include the property at 33 Avenue Road on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties for its cultural heritage value.  Located on the north east corner of Avenue Road and Yorkville Avenue, the property contains the building historically known as York Square (1968-9). 

A nomination for the property to be included on the City's Inventory of Heritage Property was received in 2012.  The local councillor in Ward 27 expressed interest in having the property evaluated for inclusion.  Following research and evaluation, staff  have determined that the property at 33 Avenue Road meets Ontario Regulation 9/06, the provincial criteria prescribed for municipal designation that is also used by the City when assessing properties for the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties.  A nomination for 55 Avenue Road (Hazelton Lanes) was also received by staff.  In the evaluation of 33 Avenue Road, 55 Avenue Road was also assessed and was deemed not to merit a formal evaluation report.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board deferred consideration of the revised report (October 18, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting the "Inclusion on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties - 33 Avenue Road" to its December 6, 2013 meeting and advised the Toronto and East York Community Council of the action taken.

This report recommends the receipt of the heritage evaluation of the properties at 31, 33, 35 and 37 Dundonald Street.  The report concludes that these properties should not be included on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties or designated under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act because they do not meet Ontario Regulation 9/06, the criteria prescribed by the Province of Ontario for municipal designation.

Located on the south side of Dundonald Street, between Yonge and Church Street, each of the four properties contains a detached house form building dating to 1908-9.

The Toronto Preservation Board:

1.         Deferred consideration of the report (August 21, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Request for Heritage Evaluation - 31, 33, 35, 37 Dundonald Street, to its November 5, 2013 meeting.

2.         Advised the Toronto and East York Community Council of this decision.

The Toronto Preservation Board on September 4, 2013, considered the following:

1.         Report (August 21, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Request for Heritage Evaluation - 31, 33, 35, 37 Dundonald Street.

2.         Communication (September 3, 2013) E-mail from Kathryn A. Holden (PB.Supp.PB24.11.1).

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         The Heritage Evaluation for 31, 33, 35 and 37 Dundonald Street be received for information.

The City Planning Division recommends that

1.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 14 Blevins Place (Dickinson Tower, Regent Park South) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

2.         If there are no objections to the designation in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the bills in Council designating the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

3.         If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, City Council direct the City Clerk to refer the designation to the Conservation Review Board.

4.         If the designation is referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the designation of the property.

This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the property at 14 Blevins Place (Dickinson Tower, Regent Park South) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.  Located northwest of River and Shuter Streets in Regent Park South, the Dickinson Tower (1958) is the last remaining structure from the development of the planned community as it developed in the 1950s and was listed on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties in 2005.

At its meeting of May 14, 2013, the Toronto and East York Community Council adopted with amendments TE24.42, entitled "325 Gerrard Street East - Regent Park - Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Amendment Application - Preliminary Report", outlining the applications made by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation to amend the previous development permissions for the Regent Park revitalization area.  As part of the applications, the heritage property at 14 Blevins Place is proposed for demolition.

In order to preserve the cultural heritage values and attributes of the Dickinson Tower at 14 Blevins Place and refuse the demolition of the building, City Council must state its intention to designate the property under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board advises the Toronto and East York Community Council that it does not support the intention to designate the property at 14 Blevins Place (Dickinson Tower, Regent Park South) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council include the property at 263-265 Queen Street East on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties.

This report recommends that City Council include the property at 263-265 Queen Street East on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties.  Located on the south side of Queen Street East, east of Sherbourne Street, the site contains a pair of two-storey commercial buildings.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         City Council include the property at 263-265 Queen Street East on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties.

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 5, 2013, considered a report (October 22, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Inclusion on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties - 263-265 Queen Street East.

The City Planning Division recommends that

1.         City Council state its intention to partially repeal City of Toronto By-law 410-2000 under Part IV, Section 31 of the Ontario Heritage Act, designating the property at 550 Gerrard Street East pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act, to remove the references to the portion of the site legally described as Plan 66R-26519, Part 2 from Schedules "B" and C" of the designating By-law 410-2000.

2.         It there are no objections to the proposed partial repeal of By-law 410-2000, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bill in Council to partially repeal the by-law pursuant to Section 31 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

3.         If there are objections to the proposed partial repeal of By-law 410-2000, City Council direct the City Clerk to refer the proposed repealing by-law to the Conservation Review Board for submission of a report to City Council for its final decision.

4.         If the partial repeal of By-law 410-2000 is referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the proposed partial repeal of By-law 410-2000.

This report recommends that City Council partially repeal City of Toronto By-law 410-2000 designating the property at 550 Gerrard Street East (Don Jail) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act to remove the portion of the site described as Plan 66R-26519, Part 2 from the legal description.

As part of the Bridgepoint Health Master Plan, City Council approved the redevelopment of the lands including the historic Don Jail.  The development approvals involved a series of land exchanges between the City and Bridgepoint Health.  In the context of the first phase of land exchanges, the City of Toronto gave an undertaking to seek Council Authority to partially repeal the designating by-law for the Don Jail to remove from the legal description the land conveyed to the municipality for public highway purposes.  The existing legal description for By-law 410-2000 will be amended to remove the references to the City-owned land, while the Reasons for Designation protecting the historic Don Jail and its environs remain unchanged.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         City Council state its intention to partially repeal City of Toronto By-law 410-2000 under Part IV, Section 31 of the Ontario Heritage Act, designating the property at 550 Gerrard Street East pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act, to remove the references to the portion of the site legally described as Plan 66R-26519, Part 2 from Schedules "B" and C" of the designating By-law 410-2000.

2.         It there are no objections to the proposed partial repeal of By-law 410-2000, City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bill in Council to partially repeal the by-law pursuant to Section 31 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

3.         If there are objections to the proposed partial repeal of By-law 410-2000, City Council direct the City Clerk to refer the proposed repealing by-law to the Conservation Review Board for submission of a report to City Council for its final decision.

4.         If the partial repeal of By-law 410-2000 is referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the proposed partial repeal of By-law 410-2000.

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 5, 2013, considered a report (October 22, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Partial Repeal of Designating By-law - 550 Gerrard Street East.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 1 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

2.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 3 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

3.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 5 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

4.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 7 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

5.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 9 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

6.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 11 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

7.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 2 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

8.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 4 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

9.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 6 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

10.       City Council state its intention to designate the property at 8 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

11.       If there are no objections to the designations in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the solicitor be authorized to introduce the bills in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

12.       If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to refer the proposed designations to the Conservation Review Board.

13.       If the designations are referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the designation of the properties.

14.       City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owners of the properties at 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 Hubbard Boulevard and 2, 4, 6 and 8 Wineva Avenue.

15.       City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills in Council authorizing the entering into of the Heritage Easement Agreements.

This report recommends that City Council state its intention to designate the properties at 1-3, 5-7 and 9-11 Hubbard Boulevard and 2-4 and 6-8 Wineva Avenue under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act for their cultural heritage value and grant authority for heritage easement agreements for the sites.  City Council listed the Hubbard and Wineva properties on the City of Toronto Inventory of Heritage Properties in 2010.

The 10 properties on Hubbard Boulevard and Wineva Avenue are owned by the Toronto Community Housing Corporation, which is planning to sell the sites.  According to the heritage policies in the City of Toronto's Official Plan, when a City-owned heritage property is sold, leased or transferred to another owner, a heritage easement agreement will be secured.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Toronto Preservation Board recommends to the Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 1 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

2.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 3 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

3.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 5 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

4.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 7 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

5.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 9 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

6.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 11 Hubbard Boulevard (Hubbard Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

7.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 2 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

8.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 4 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

9.         City Council state its intention to designate the property at 6 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

10.       City Council state its intention to designate the property at 8 Wineva Avenue (Wineva Fourplex) under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

11.       If there are no objections to the designations in accordance with Section 29(6) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the City Solicitor be authorized to introduce the bills in Council designating the properties under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.

12.       If there are objections in accordance with Section 29(7) of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Clerk be directed to refer the proposed designations to the Conservation Review Board.

13.       If the designations are referred to the Conservation Review Board, City Council authorize the City Solicitor and appropriate staff to attend any hearing held by the Conservation Review Board in support of Council's decision on the designation of the properties.

14.       City Council grant authority for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owners of the properties at 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 Hubbard Boulevard and 2, 4, 6 and 8 Wineva Avenue.

15.       City Council authorize the City Solicitor to introduce the necessary bills in Council authorizing the entering into of the Heritage Easement Agreements.

The Toronto Preservation Board on November 5, 2013, considered a report (October 22, 2013) from the Acting Director, Urban Design, City Planning Division, respecting Intention to Designate under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act and Authority to Enter into Heritage Easement Agreements - Hubbard and Wineva Properties.

Toronto Building recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Refuse the application to demolish the subject mixed use building at 202-204 Bathurst Street that contains 2 residential dwelling units because there is no replacement building permit issued at this site.

Or in the alternative:

2.         Approve the application to demolish the subject mixed use building at 202-204 Bathurst Street (that contains 2 residential units) with no conditions.

In accordance with City-wide residential demolition control under Article II, Demolition Control, of Municipal Code Ch. 363, as amended by By-law No. 1009-2006, enacted by the City Council on September 27, 2006 under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, I refer the demolition application for 202-204 Bathurst Street to you, to decide whether to grant or refuse the application, including conditions, if any, to be attached to the permit.

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

Not applicable.

Toronto Building recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Refuse the application to demolish the subject two storey detached house at 52 Bartlett Avenue that contains 1 residential dwelling unit because there is no replacement building permit issued at this site.

Or, in the alternative:

2.         Approve the application to demolish the subject two storey detached house at 52 Bartlett Avenue that contains 1 residential unit with no conditions.

In accordance with City-wide residential demolition control under Article II, Demolition Control, of Municipal Code Ch. 363, as amended by By-law No. 1009-2006, enacted by the City Council on September 27, 2006 under the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, I refer the demolition application for 52 Bartlett Avenue to you, to decide whether to grant or refuse the application, including conditions, if any, to be attached to the permit.

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

Not applicable.

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the application for the proposed boulevard café on the commercial frontage of 100 Simcoe Street based on the application not meeting the by-law requirements as outlined in Chapter 313-36.

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

To report on the refusal to issue a permit by the Municipal Licensing and Standards based on the extension application for a boulevard café permit located on the commercial frontage of 100 Simcoe Street.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the application for the proposed café located at 968 Bathurst Street, Follis Avenue flankage.

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

To report on the refusal to issue a permit by Municipal Licensing and Standards for a boulevard café permit located at 968 Bathurst Street, Follis Avenue flankage.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the application for the proposed curbside café at 382 Yonge Street, Unit 6.

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

To report on the refusal to issue a curbside café boulevard café permit in the matter of an application located at 382 Yonge Street, Unit 6.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the application for the proposed curbside café at 382 Yonge Street, Unit 7.

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

To report on the refusal to issue a curbside café boulevard café permit in the matter of an application located at 382 Yonge Street, Unit 7.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the application for the proposed café located at 1438A Gerrard Street East, Ashdale Avenue flankage.

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

To report on the refusal to issue a permit by Municipal Licensing and Standards for a boulevard café permit located at 1438A Gerrard Street East, Ashdale Avenue flankage.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Municipal Licensing and Standards recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Cancel the existing sidewalk boulevard vending permit located on Front Street West between Bay Street and York Street (Front Street West South Side 75.72m east of York Street).

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

To report on the impact of the Union Station Revitalization Project construction activities on the existing sidewalk boulevard vending permit located on Front Street West between Bay Street to York Street (Front Street West South Side 75.72m east of York).

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 196 Belsize Drive.

2.         Request that the owner remove the existing brick paving and restore the area to soft landscaping, as indicated in Appendix 'E", attached to the report dated October 29, 2013, from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

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

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 196 Belsize Drive for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Deny the request for front yard parking at 420 Hillsdale Avenue East.

2.         Request that the owner remove the existing brick paving and restore the area to soft landscaping, as indicated in Appendix 'E', attached to the report dated October 29, 2013, from the Manager, Right of Way Management, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

3.         As per Urban Forestry's request, require the following work to be performed within the   minimum tree protection zone: the applicant must restore the grade, remove all existing limestone, have the tree aerated and fertilized by a qualified tree care company to compensate for root damage and proof of such (receipt) is to be supplied to Forestry. Also a tree security deposit of $1,504.00 from the applicant to be held a minimum of two years commencing at the completion of their proposed work (sodding).

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

Transportation Services has assessed an appeal from the owner of 420 Hillsdale Avenue East for front yard parking.  We do not recommend approval for front yard parking at this location because it does not meet the requirements of the City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 918.  The owner will be given an opportunity to make a deputation before Community Council.

There is no financial impact to the City as a result of this report.

The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that:

1.         City Council approve the request for a permit to remove thirteen (13) trees and injure two (2) trees, all situated on private property at 78 Queen's Park.

This report requests that City Council approve the application for a permit to remove thirteen (13) trees and injure two (2) trees, all situated on private property. The tree removal and injury permit application has been received in connection with a Site Plan Control application to permit the renovation and construction of an addition to the Faculty of Law buildings at the University of Toronto at the above noted address.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that:

1.         City Council deny the request for a permit to remove the privately owned honey locust trees located in the rear yard of 17 Millington Street.

This report requests that City Council deny the application for a permit to remove two (2) privately owned trees located in the rear yard of 17 Millington Street.  The application indicates the reason for removal is because the trees are too large for the confined space, and this tree species should not have been planted within this area. 

The subject trees are two (2) honey locusts (Gleditsia triacanthos) measuring 31 and 38 cm in diameter.  The trees are healthy and in fair condition structurally and botanically.  Urban Forestry does not support removal of these trees.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The General Manager of Parks, Forestry and Recreation recommends that:

1.         City Council deny the request for a permit to remove the privately owned weeping willow tree situated on the rear property line between 15 and 17 Woodfield Road.

This report requests that City Council deny the application for a permit to remove one (1) privately owned tree situated on the rear property line between 15 and 17 Woodfield Road.  The application indicates the reasons for removal as due to rot and carpenter ant activity within the tree, the tree is damaging an existing deck, and broken branches have caused property damage over the last three years.

The subject tree is a weeping willow (Salix babylonica) measuring 117 cm in diameter.  The tree is healthy and in fair condition structurally and botanically.  Urban Forestry does not support removal of this tree.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The Acting Director, Business Services, Economic Development and Culture, recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the additions and deletions to the Church-Wellesley Village, Danforth, Danforth Mosaic, Dundas West, Dupont Strip, and Gerrard India Bazaar BIA Boards of Management described in the body and in Attachment No. 1 to the report dated October 23, 2013 from the Acting Director, Business Services, Economic Development and Culture.

2.         Confirm that under Council's Public Appointments Policy, these Board members are appointed at the pleasure of Community Council, and Community Council retains the right to replace any appointed member at any time and for any reason.

3.         Direct that Schedule A of the Municipal Code Chapter 19, Business Improvement Areas, be amended to reflect the changes in the number of members and the number of members required for quorum for the Church-Wellesley Village, Danforth, Danforth Mosaic, Dundas West, Dupont Strip, and Gerrard India Bazaar Business Improvement Area (BIA) Boards of Management.

The purpose of this report is to recommend Toronto and East York Community Council approve additions and deletions to the Church-Wellesley Village, Danforth, Danforth Mosaic, Dundas West, Dupont Strip, and Gerrard India Bazaar (BIA) Boards of Management with appropriate adjustments to quorum as noted in the body of this report.  The Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority to make final decisions regarding BIA appointments.

There are no financial implications resulting from the adoption of this report.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act with respect to the property at 50 and 52 Bartlett Avenue.

This application proposes to permit the construction of a 3-storey L-shaped, residential apartment building containing 16 dwelling units and 17 vehicular parking spaces at 50 and 52 Bartlett Avenue.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application.

A community consultation meeting is tentatively scheduled for November 13, 2013.  At this meeting the community can review the application, provide comments, and ask questions of City staff and the applicant.

A final report is targeted for the second quarter of 2014, subject to any required information being provided by the applicant in a timely manner.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a Community Consultation Meeting for the lands at 547-555 College Street together with the Ward Councillor.

2.         Notice for the Community Consultation Meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.

This rezoning application proposes to permit a new eight-storey mixed-use building at 547-555 College Street with ground floor retail space and 58 residential dwellings on the upper floors.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's direction on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.

Staff recommend that a Community Consultation Meeting be held in January 2014.  Staff anticipate submitting a final report on the application to Community Council in the second quarter of 2014.  These target dates assume that the applicant will provide all required information in a timely manner.

There are no recent planning applications for the subject property.

The City Planning Division recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Receive the Kensington Market Restaurant and Bar Uses - Preliminary Report (October 24, 2013) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, for information.

On July 16, 17, 18 and 19, 2013, City Council adopted a motion directing staff to undertake a planning analysis of restaurant and bar uses in Kensington Market and report to the November 19, 2013 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council on the feasibility of amending the Zoning By-law with respect to implementing restrictions on restaurant and bar uses in Kensington Market.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted study and the proposed work plan, including the community consultation process.

The recommendation in this report has no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 602-622 King Street West, 503 and 503 Adelaide Street West and 1 and 11 Adelaide Place, together with the Ward Councillor.

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations under the Planning Act.

This application proposes to amend the former City of Toronto Zoning By-law 438-86 and comprehensive Zoning By-law No. 569-2013 to permit the development of a 20-storey mixed-use building with retail uses at grade, 209 residential units and 21,675 square metres of office space.  Included in the proposal are 177 parking spaces in three levels of parking to serve the project located in a below grade parking facility.

The proposal also includes the retention of the listed heritage building at 602-604 King Street West.

An application has also been filed under the Residential Rental Property Demolition and Conversion requirements of Chapter 667 of the Municipal Code.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.

Staff have raised concerns with the applicant about the appropriateness of the proposed height of the building in the context of the West Precinct of King-Spadina.

The further processing of the application and public consultation process are recommended in order to give the applicant the opportunity to work with City staff, the community and the Ward Councillor to address these concerns and others that may arise through further review of the application.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 836 St. Clair Avenue West together with the Ward Councillor.

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.

This application proposes to amend the Zoning By-law in order to permit the construction of a 9-storey mixed use building consisting of 127 dwelling units (17 bachelor units, 94 one-bedrooms and 16 two-bedrooms) and 1,079 m2 of retail space at grade, and a total of 81 parking spots (9 for visitors) located in a below-grade garage at 836 St. Clair Avenue West.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the applications and on the community consultation process.

The next step is to undertake a community consultation meeting, to enable the public to review and provide input on the application and ask questions of City staff and the applicant.

The Final Report is targeted for the second quarter of 2014.  This target date assumes the applicant will provide all required information in a timely manner.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 350 Vaughan Road together with the Ward Councillor.

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.

This application proposes to amend the Zoning By-law in order to permit the construction of ten 3-storey townhouse units and two 3-storey semi-detached units at 350 Vaughan Road.  Parking is to be provided at the rear of the units with access off of a public laneway.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the applications and on the community consultation process.

The next step is to undertake a community consultation meeting, to enable the public to review and provide input on the application and ask questions of City staff and the applicant.

The Final Report is targeted for the second quarter of 2014.  This target date assumes the applicant will provide all required information in a timely manner.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 143 Avenue Road together with the Ward Councillor.

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.

This application proposes to redevelop the site at 143 Avenue Road to construct a 12-storey, 40.4 metre high (excluding the mechanical penthouse) mixed-use building.  The proposed development includes 94 residential units, approximately 865 square metres of retail commercial space and 67 residential parking spaces in a 3-level underground parking garage.  The proposed density is approximately 7.4 times the lot area.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the application and on the community consultation process.

A Final Report is targeted for the third quarter of 2014 provided the applicant submits all required information in a timely manner.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         Staff be directed to schedule a community consultation meeting for the lands at 629, 633, and 675 Eastern Avenue together with the Ward Councillor.

2.         Notice for the community consultation meeting be given to landowners and residents within 120 metres of the site.

3.         Notice for the public meeting under the Planning Act be given according to the regulations of the Planning Act.

This application proposes redevelopment of the property located at 629, 633 and 675 Eastern Avenue.  The proposal is to maintain approximately 16,535 square metres of existing space for film studio and production purposes and to construct approximately 75,630 square metres of new office/flex space, 7,290 square metres of hotel space, and 14,060 square metres of retail space.  The total gross floor area proposed is 113,520 square metres.  The applicant's concept plan identifies 15 existing and new buildings proposed on the site.

This report provides preliminary information on the above-noted application and seeks Community Council's directions on further processing of the applications and on the community consultation process.

A community consultation meeting is targeted for the fall of 2013 or winter 2014, with a Final Report and Statutory Public meeting anticipated for the second quarter of 2014.  The target dates assume that applicant will provide all required information in a timely manner.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City of Toronto passed the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan in April 2003 and subsequently zoning by-laws for the East Bayfront (By-law No. 1049-2006) and North Keating (By-law No. 1174-2010).  Within these two precincts there are a total of 6 private land owner appellants to the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan and area specific By-laws.  After several years of discussions and several pre-hearing conferences, the Ontario Municipal Board (OMB) has set aside 12 weeks of time for hearings on these appeals starting on March 31, 2014.  City and Waterfront Toronto representatives have initiated negotiations with the appellants to find mutually acceptable solutions for both the appellants and the City.  It is hoped that through this process, solutions will be found that will be considered to be fair and transparent and meet the intent of the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan and the Precinct Plans.

The negotiation process is exceptionally labour intensive to prepare material for settlement review and to hold discussions with the appellants.  These discussions commenced in earnest in September and are expected to continue until at least the end of December 2013.  If negotiations have progressed sufficiently, a public meeting will be held in early 2014 to present the findings of this process to the public and other parties having an interest in the appeal process and to secure support for the outcomes of the negotiations.  A Directions Report will be prepared early in 2014 following the public meeting.  The Directions Report would seek Council authority to advise the OMB of the City’s position on the necessary changes to the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan and area zoning by-laws necessary to conclude any settlements of these site specific appeals.  The Directions Report is expected to provide Council with confidential details pertaining to the ongoing discussions and to request support for the resolution of this process based on the matters currently being discussed with the appellants.

There are no financial implications.

There are no financial implications.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the closure of the west sidewalk and part of the west curb lane on Rusholme Road, between College Street and a point 42 metres north, from December 1, 2013 to March 31, 2015.

2.         Approve the implementation of a "No Stopping Anytime" regulation on both sides of Rusholme Road, between College Street and a point 53 metres north, from December 1, 2013 to March 31, 2015.

3.         Adjust the existing "No Parking Anytime" regulation on the west side of Rusholme Road, between Bloor Street West and College Street, to be in effect from Bloor Street West to a point 53 metres north of College Street, from December 1, 2013 to March 31, 2015.

4.         Adjust the existing "Permit Parking" regulation on the odd side of Rusholme Road, between Bloor Street West and College Street, to be in effect from Bloor Street West to a point 53 metres north of College Street, from December 1, 2013 to March 31, 2015.

5.         Direct that Rusholme Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

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

Transportation Services is requesting authority to close the west sidewalk and part of the west curb lane on Rusholme Road.  59 Project Management is constructing a seven-storey condominium at No. 998 College Street.  This project requires a temporary sidewalk and lane closure on Rusholme Road for a period of 16 months to enable construction to proceed. 

As a result, Rusholme Road will be 3.5 metres wide in the vicinity of the staging area, which is sufficient for one-way traffic operation.  Pedestrians will be diverted to the east side of the road.  Stopping will be prohibited on both sides of the road in the vicinity of the staging area.  This will result in the loss of seven permit parking spaces.  On this section of Rusholme Road there are 39 parking spaces and 30 permits issued.

There is no financial impact on the City.  59 Project Management is responsible for all costs, including payment of fees to the City for the occupancy of the right-of-way.  Based on the area enclosed and projected duration of the closure, these fees will be approximately $39,000.00.

Transportation Services recommends that:

1.         City Council approve the closure of the south sidewalk, curb lane and bicycle lane on Davenport Road, between a point 37 metres east of Hazelton Avenue and a point 54 metres further east, from December 16, 2013 to November 30, 2015.

2.         City Council direct that Davenport Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.

3.         City Council authorize the General Manager of Transportation Services to request the alteration and/or removal of the proposed staging area if required to accommodate Pan Am requirements during the months of July and August 2015.

Transportation Services is requesting authority to close part of the south curb lane, bicycle lane and sidewalk on Davenport Road and establish a temporary pedestrian walkway in the closed lane.

Mizrahi Development Group Incorporated is constructing a 12-storey condominium at No. 181 Davenport Road.  This project requires the above closures for a period of 24 months to enable construction to proceed. 

The proposed staging area will be an addition to the existing staging area at No. 195 Davenport Road, which is scheduled to be complete on November 30, 2014.  No. 195 Davenport Road is being constructed by Laughlin Solutions Incorporated, which is associated with Mizrahi Development Group Incorporated, thereby allowing the staging areas to be co-ordinated.

There is no financial impact on the City.  Mizrahi Development Group Incorporated is responsible for all costs, including payment of fees to the City for the occupancy of the right-of-way.  Based on the area enclosed and projected duration of the closure, these fees will be approximately $36,000.00.

Transportation Services recommends that City Council:

1.         Approve the continuation of the closure of  the south curb lane, sidewalk and bicycle lane on Davenport Road, between Hazelton Avenue and a point 37 metres east, from December 16, 2013 to November 30, 2014.

Laughlin Solutions Incorporated is constructing a 9-storey condominium at No. 195 Davenport Road.  They need to continue to close the south curb lane, sidewalk and bicycle lane on Davenport Road in order to complete their work.

They also need to continue to close sections of the sidewalk on Hazelton Avenue.  This matter is dealt within a companion report entitled "Construction Staging Area Time Extension – Hazelton Avenue" requiring Toronto and East York Community Council approval.

There is no financial impact on the City.  Laughlin Solutions Incorporated will bear the costs.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the continuation of the closure of the east sidewalk on Hazelton Avenue, between Davenport Road and a point 35 metres south, from December 1, 2013 to November 30, 2014.

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

Laughlin Solutions Incorporated is constructing a 9-storey condominium at No. 195 Davenport Road.  They need to continue to close the east sidewalk on Hazelton Avenue in order to complete their work.

They also need to continue to close the south curb lane, sidewalk and bicycle lane on Davenport Road in order to complete their work.  This matter is dealt within a companion report entitled "Construction Staging Area Time Extension – No. 195 Davenport Road" requiring City Council approval.

There is no financial impact on the City.  Laughlin Solutions Incorporated will bear the costs.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the installation/removal of on-street accessible parking spaces at the locations identified in Appendix A attached to the report dated October 30, 2013, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

This staff report concerns a matter for which Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose is to obtain approval for the installation/removal of a number of on-street accessible parking spaces.

Funds in the amount of $3,600.00 are available within the Transportation Services Division’s 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Rescind the "No Parking, from 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" prohibition on the south side of Heath Street West, between Avenue Road and a point 91.4 metres west of Yonge Street.

2.         Rescind the "One-hour maximum parking from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m." regulation on the south side of Heath Street West, from Yonge Street to Avenue Road.

3.         Amend the existing "No Standing Anytime" regulation in effect on the south side of Heath Street West, from a point 45 metres west of Yonge Street to a point 46.4 metres further west, to operate on the south side of Heath Street West, from Yonge Street to a point 91.4 metres further west.

4.         Restrict parking for a maximum period of one hour from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily, on the south side of Heath Street West, from Avenue Road to a point 91.4 metres west of Yonge Street.

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

Transportation Services is requesting approval to rescind the existing "No Parking 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday" prohibition and to implement a "One-hour maximum 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., daily" regulation on the south side of Heath Street West, between Avenue Road and Yonge Street.  This parking proposal would allow parking to remain on the south side of Heath Street West during morning and afternoon peak periods as a means to provide a mild traffic calming effect, making the roadway less desirable for motorists that are using this route as a bypass to St. Clair Avenue West.

Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $1,000.00 are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Rescind the "No Parking Anytime, except each Thursday, April 1 to November 30" regulation on the east side of Russett Avenue, between Bloor Street West and a point 45.3 metres south of Wallace Avenue.

2.         Rescind the "No Parking, each Thursday, April 1 to November 30" regulation on the west side of Russett Avenue, between a point 45.7 metres north of Bloor Street West and a point 45.3 metres south of Wallace Avenue.

3.         Enact a "No Parking, Anytime" regulation on the east side of Russett Avenue, between Bloor Street West and Wallace Avenue.

4.         Amend the accessible parking space on the west side of Russett Avenue, between a point 101 metres south of Wallace Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south, that operates anytime, except Thursday, April 1 to November 30, to operate at anytime.

5.         Rescind the accessible parking space on the east side of Russett Avenue, between a point 105.4 metres south of Wallace Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south, that operates each Thursday, April 1 to November 30.

6.         Amend the accessible parking space on the west side of Russett Avenue, between a point 144 metres south of Wallace Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south, that operates anytime, except Thursday, April 1 to November 30, to operate at anytime.

7.         Rescind the accessible parking space on the east side of Russett Avenue, between a point 162.8 metres south of Wallace Avenue and a point 5.5 metres further south, that operates each Thursday, April 1 to November 30.

8.         Amend the existing "No Parking, 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday and 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, except by permit" regulation on the even side of Russett Avenue, between Campbell Avenue and the east end of Antler Street, that operates anytime, except each Thursday, April 1 to November 30, to operate between a point 45 metres north of Bloor Street West and the lane first south of Wallace Avenue, at anytime.

9.         Rescind the existing "No Parking, 12:01 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday and 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, except by permit" regulation on the odd side of Russett Avenue, between Campbell Avenue and the east end of Antler Street, that operates each Thursday, April 1 to November 30.

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

Transportation Services is requesting approval to rescind the Thursday alternate-side parking regulations on Russett Avenue.  The proposed changes are supported by a majority of residents on this street but there may be negative impacts on street cleaning activities.

Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $1,000.00 are contained in the Transportation Services Division 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Rescind the existing Pay & Display parking, operating for a maximum period of three hours 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, on the north side of Armoury Street, between Centre Avenue and Chestnut Street.

2.         Rescind the existing Pay & Display parking, operating for a maximum period of three hours 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, on the west side of Chestnut Street, between a point 29 metres north of Armoury Street and a point 41metres further north.

3.         Enact a "Bus Parking Zone" for a maximum of two hours on the north side of Armoury Street, between a point 23 metres west of Chestnut Street and a point 42 metres further west.

4.         Enact a "Bus Parking Zone" for a maximum of two hours on the west side of Chestnut Street, between a point 28 metres north of Armoury Street and a point 42 metres further north.

5.         Direct that the traffic and parking regulations on Armoury Street and Chestnut Street be returned when the revitalization project is complete on Queen Street West, between Bay Street and the City Hall parking garage entrance and exit.

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

Queen Street West and Bay Street will be affected by construction this year until the middle of 2014 as part of Phase 3 of the Nathan Phillips Square Revitalization Project involving road and sidewalk modifications on the north side of Queen Street West, between Bay Street and the City Hall parking garage entrance and exit.  As a result of this construction work, the amount of parking space along this section of Queen Street West for tour buses will be greatly diminished.  As an alternative measure, Transportation Services is seeking authority to allow temporary bus parking on Armoury Street and Chestnut Street.

Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $1500.00 are contained in the Transportation Services Division 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the parking regulations at the locations identified in Appendix A and Appendix B, attached to the report, entitled “School Bus Loading Zones - Ward 30”, dated October 31, 2013, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

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

Transportation Services is responding to a request from Toronto and East York Community Council to report on options to rescind the parking restrictions in school zones on weekends and during school holidays in the Toronto and East York District.

As the operational characteristics of school zones can vary significantly, each location must be assessed individually to determine the feasibility of allowing parking on weekend and during school holidays.

This report recommends changes to two school bus loading zones and a student pick-up/drop-off zone in Ward 30.

Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $2,000.00 are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Adopt the regulations outlined in Appendix A, attached to the November 5, 2013 report entitled "Traffic Management Plan - Junction Triangle Area (Delegated Items)", from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

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

Transportation Services is responding to a request from Councillor Ana Bailão to report on a number of requests in the Junction Triangle Area.  The area is bounded by Bloor Street West to the south, Lansdowne Avenue to the east, and the CN tracks to the north and west.  The residents have numerous traffic concerns, including vehicle speeds and volumes, parking activity, turn prohibitions and signal timings.

The proposals in the Junction Triangle Area that are not delegated items will be addressed in a separate report to Toronto and East York Community Council entitled "Traffic Management Plan - Junction Triangle Area (Non-delegated Items)".

The adoption of the recommendations in Appendix A in the estimated amount of $1,000.00 is available within the Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

The adoption of the recommendations in Appendix B will not result in any financial impacts.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides that the amendments to the existing traffic regulations would be beneficial, the following financial impacts will result:

1.         The estimated cost for designating a street to operate one-way would be $500.00 per street.  Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

2.         The estimated cost for installing a speed hump would be $3,000.00 per hump. Funds have been allocated in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives. Installing speed humps would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

3.         The estimated cost for installing all-way "Stop" sign control would be $1,000.00 per intersection.  Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

4.         The estimated cost for amending the parking regulations would be $500.00 per street.  Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

5.         The estimated cost for reducing the speed limit would be $500.00 per street.  Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that:

1.         City Council not approve the installation of a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Symington Avenue and Paton Street/Ernest Avenue.

2.         City Council not approve a left-turn prohibition for eastbound Bloor Street West at Perth Avenue operating from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., daily.

3.         City Council not approve a left turn prohibition for westbound Dupont Street at Campbell Avenue operating Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday.

The adoption of staff recommendations will not result in any financial impacts.  If, however, Toronto City Council decides that the amendments to the existing traffic regulations would be beneficial, the following financial impacts will result:

1.         Should Community Council decide that a pedestrian crossover should be installed at Symington Avenue and Paton Street/Ernest Avenue, the estimated cost would be $30,000.00 and it would be funded from the Transportation Services Capital Program, subject to competing priorities.  The added annual operation and maintenance costs of $4,000.00 associated with this installation would be funded by the annual Transportation Services Operating Budget.

2.         The estimated cost for installing a left-turn prohibition would be $500.00 per location. Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Beverley Street immediately north of Cecil Street.

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

Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to install a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Beverley Street and Cecil Street.  The installation of a pedestrian crossover at this intersection is technically warranted based on the pedestrian volumes and delays and will assist pedestrians crossing Beverley Street.

The estimated cost to install a pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Beverley Street and Cecil Street is $30,000.00 and it would be funded from the Transportation Services Capital Program, subject to competing priorities.  The added annual operation and maintenance costs of $4,000.00 associated with this installation would be funded by the annual Transportation Services Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that:

1.         City Council not approve the installation of a pedestrian-cyclist refuge island on Bathurst Street at its intersection with the Kay Gardner Beltline Trail.

Toronto and East York Community Council, at its meeting on October 17, 2013, directed Transportation Services to report on installing a pedestrian-cyclist refuge island on Bathurst Street, where it intersects with the Beltline Trail. 

The installation of a pedestrian-cyclist refuge island on Bathurst Street, where it intersects with the Beltline Trail is not feasible.  The physical characteristics of this location are not suitable for a refuge island.  Refuge islands, installed inappropriately, can become a safety hazard in and of themselves.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Enact a "No Standing Anytime” regulation on the west side of Stadium Road, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 62 metres further south.

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

Transportation Services is requesting authority to prohibit standing on the west side of Stadium Road, between Lake Shore Boulevard West and a point 62 metres south. This proposed change will allow safe and efficient two-way traffic operation on Stadium Road and provide adequate visibility for motorists exiting the parking garage to No. 90 Stadium Road.

Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $500.00 are contained in the Transportation Services Division 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Not approve all-way stop sign control at the intersection of Logan Avenue and Withrow Avenue.

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

Transportation Services is responding to a request from Toronto and East York Community Council to investigate and report on the feasibility of replacing the existing pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Logan Avenue at Withrow Avenue with all-way stop control.

Our assessment revealed that all-way stop control is not warranted because the vehicle and pedestrian volumes and collision history does not satisfy the warrant criteria.  The existing pedestrian crossover is satisfying the need of pedestrians crossing Logan Avenue.

Adoption of the above recommendation will not result in any financial impact.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Enact a 40 km/h speed limit on Morse Street, between Lake Shore Boulevard East and Eastern Avenue.

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

Transportation Services is requesting approval to reduce the existing speed limit on Morse Street, between Lake Shore Boulevard East and Eastern Avenue, from 50 km/h to 40 km/h.  A 40 km/h speed limit would be consistent with the remaining section of Morse Street, between Eastern Avenue and Queen Street East.

Funds to undertake the necessary sign installations in the estimated amount of $500.00 are contained in the Transportation Services Division 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Prohibit vehicles over 2.2 metres in width from travelling in the public lane first east of Pape Avenue, between Danforth Avenue and Hazelwood Avenue.

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

Transportation Services is seeking authority to prohibit vehicles greater than 2.2 metres in width from travelling in the public lane first east of Pape Avenue, between Danforth Avenue and Hazelwood Avenue.

Prohibiting vehicles over 2.2 metres in width from travelling in the subject lane would be beneficial in reducing the incidence of damage to adjacent private property.

Funds to post the required regulatory signs in the estimated amount of $250.00 are contained in the Transportation Services Division 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Rescind the existing parking prohibition on the west side of Amroth Avenue, between Danforth Avenue and a point 91.4 metres south.

2.         Approve a stopping prohibition on the west side of Amroth Avenue, between Danforth Avenue and a point 91.4 metres south.

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

Transportation Services is requesting authority to change the existing parking prohibition on the west side of Amroth Avenue, between Danforth Avenue to a point 91.4 metres south, to a stopping prohibition.  This is in order to discourage motorists from waiting and parking in this area, which causes traffic congestion at the intersection of Danforth Avenue and Amroth Avenue.

Funding for the installation of signs in the estimated amount of $500.00 is available within the Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         Traffic calming not be installed on Millwood Road, between Forman Avenue and Cleveland Street.

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

Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Millwood Road, between Forman Avenue and Cleveland Street, to address residents' concerns with the speed of traffic.  Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the traffic calming policy has not been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should not be installed on Millwood Road at this time.

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides that speed humps on Millwood Road, between Forman Avenue and Cleveland Street, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing 5 speed humps would be $15,000.00.  Funds have been allocated in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on this section of Millwood Road would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         Traffic calming not be installed on Hazelwood Avenue, between Pape Avenue and Jones Avenue.

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

Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Hazelwood Avenue, between Pape Avenue and Jones Avenue, to address residents' concerns with the speed of traffic.  Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the traffic calming policy has not been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should not be installed on Hazelwood Avenue at this time.

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact. If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Hazelwood Avenue, between Pape Avenue and Jones Avenue, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing three speed humps would be $9,000.00.  Funds are available in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on this section of Hazelwood Avenue would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         Traffic calming not be installed on Withrow Avenue, between Carlaw Avenue and Pape Avenue.

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

Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Withrow Avenue, between Carlaw Avenue and Pape Avenue, to address residents' concerns with the speed of traffic.  Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the traffic calming policy has not been satisfied.  Therefore, speed humps should not be installed on Withrow Avenue at this time.

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact. If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Withrow Avenue, between Carlaw Avenue and Pape Avenue, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing two speed humps would be $6,000.00.  Funds are available in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on this section of Withrow Avenue, between Carlaw Avenue and Pape Avenue, would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Not approve the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Hamilton Street, between Dundas Street East and Kintyre Avenue.

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

At the request of Councillor Paula Fletcher, Transportation Services is reporting on the results of the traffic calming poll undertaken on Hamilton Street, between Dundas Street East and Kintyre Avenue.  The poll response rate was less than the 50 percent plus one ballot required to consider the poll valid, as per the traffic calming policy.  Accordingly, continuing the process to install speed humps on Hamilton Street, between Dundas Street East and Kintyre Avenue, is not recommended.

Adopting the above-noted recommendation carries no financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Hamilton Street would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing three speed humps would be $9,000.00.  Funds are available in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Hamilton Street would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the installation of speed bumps in the public lane system bounded by Carlaw Avenue, Queen Street East, Heward Avenue and Eastern Avenue, at the locations shown on Drawing No. 421G-1225 dated October, 2013, attached to the report dated October 30, 2013, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

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

Transportation Services has assessed the feasibility and is recommending the installation of speed bumps in the public lane system bounded by Carlaw Avenue, Queen Street East, Heward Avenue and Eastern Avenue.

Funds in the amount of $3,040.00 are available within the Transportation Services Division’s Capital budget laneways account CTP 313-05.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Not approve the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Barrington Avenue, between Balfour Avenue and Doncaster Avenue.

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

At the request of Councillor Janet Davis, Transportation Services is reporting on the results of the traffic calming poll undertaken on Barrington Avenue, between Balfour Avenue and Doncaster Avenue.  The poll provided a response rate of less than the 50 percent plus one ballot required by the traffic calming policy needed to confirm that there is a favourable consensus in the community to install traffic calming measures.  Accordingly, continuing the process to install speed humps on Barrington Avenue, between Balfour Avenue and Doncaster Avenue, is not recommended.

Adopting the above-noted recommendation carries no financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Barrington Avenue, between Balfour Avenue and Doncaster Avenue, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing two speed humps would be $6,000.00.  Funds are available in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Barrington Avenue would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Not approve the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) on Coleridge Avenue, between Lumsden Avenue and Milverton Boulevard.

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

At the request of Councillor Janet Davis, Transportation Services is reporting on the results of the traffic calming poll undertaken on Coleridge Avenue, between Lumsden Avenue and Milverton Boulevard.  The poll provided a response rate of less than the 50 percent plus one ballot required by the traffic calming policy needed to confirm that there is a favourable consensus in the community to install traffic calming measures.  Accordingly, continuing the process to install speed humps on Coleridge Avenue, between Lumsden Avenue and Milverton Boulevard, is not recommended.

Adopting the above-noted recommendation carries no financial impact.  If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides speed humps on Coleridge Avenue, between Lumsden Avenue and Milverton Boulevard, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing five speed humps would be $15,000.00.  Funds are available in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing speed humps on Coleridge Avenue would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends to Toronto and East York Community Council that:

1.         Traffic calming not be installed on Highfield Road, between Dundas Street East and Kerr Road.

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

Transportation Services staff have reviewed the need for traffic calming on Highfield Road, between Dundas Street East and Kerr Road, to address residents' concerns with vehicle speeds.  Our assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the traffic calming policy has not been satisfied.  Therefore, traffic calming should not be installed on Highfield Road at this time.

The adoption of the above-noted recommendation will not result in any financial impact. If, however, Toronto and East York Community Council decides a speed hump on Highfield Road, between Dundas Street East and Kerr Road, would be beneficial, the following financial impact will result:

1.         The estimated cost for installing one speed hump would be $3,000.00.  Funds are available in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing a speed hump on this section of Highfield Road would be subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the installation of an additional speed hump on Knox Avenue, between Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue.

2.         Replace Drawing No. 421F-9265, dated April 2008, attached to the report dated January 17, 2008, entitled "Knox Avenue, between Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue - Traffic Calming" from Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District with Drawing No. 421G-1228, dated October 2013, attached to the report dated October 15, 2013, entitled "Additional Speed Hump - Knox Avenue" from Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District, with respect to the roadway alteration by-law.

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

Transportation Services staff investigated the feasibility of installing an additional speed hump on Knox Avenue, between Queen Street East and Eastern Avenue, to address residents' concerns with vehicle speeds.

It is feasible to install an additional speed hump on Knox Avenue, approximately 31 metres north of Eastern Avenue.  The installation of the proposed speed hump may result in a slight reduction in vehicle speeds.  However, it would be less than the typical 60 metre spacing between speed humps and emergency services vehicles would be slightly delayed.

The estimated cost for installing one speed hump would be $3,000.00.  Funds have been allocated in the Transportation Services 2013 Capital Budget for traffic calming initiatives.  Installing an additional speed hump on Knox Avenue is subject to competing priorities and funding availability.

The Board of Management of Cecil Community Centre recommends that the Toronto and East York Community Council appoint at the pleasure of Council to the Board of Management for Cecil Community Centre for a two-year term ending at the end of October, 2015 or until their successor is appointed, the following individual, nominated at Cecil Community Centre’s Annual General Meeting and whose appointment complies with the Public Appointments Policy:

a.         Christine Sham, replacing Jessica Richards

At the Cecil Community Centre Annual General Meeting held on October 24, 2013, the membership of Cecil Community Centre nominated the individual listed in Item 1 for appointment by Toronto and East York Community Council to the Board of Management of the Cecil Community Centre. Appointments to the Cecil Community Centre Board of Management are a matter for which the Community Council has been delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision, provided that the recommendations do not vary from the Public Appointments Policy.  

The nominee is qualified to serve on the Board of Management pursuant to the terms established by the applicable City of Toronto By-law (Chapter 25 of the former City of Toronto Municipal Code), the Relationship Framework for Board run community centres and the Council’s Public Appointments Policy.

By this letter, the Board of Management requests that the individual named, be appointed as Director on the Board of Management of Cecil Community Centre.

On behalf of the Board of Management, I respectfully request the City take the necessary steps to implement the above requested appointments.

That:

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment Decision to refuse the minor variances related to 323 Westlake Avenue (B0043/13TEY, A0427/13TEY, A0428/13TEY), and to retain an outside planning consultant(s) if needed, for the hearing.

On July 31st, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment refused to grant consent to sever the property and four (4) variances from the former Borough of East York By-law No. 6752, in respect of the property at 323 Westlake Avenue. The applicant has appealed this refusal to the Ontario Municipal Board. A hearing is scheduled for January 22, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.

The purpose of the application for severance and minor variances was to facilitate the construction of a new two-storey single family dwelling on the lot and maintain the existing one-storey single family detached dwelling on a reduced lot. The application for severance was refused on the grounds that the proposed land division does not conform to the policies of the official plan, the suitability of the land for the purposes for which it is to be subdivided has not been demonstrated, the suitability of the dimensions and shapes of the proposed lots has not been demonstrated, the adequacy of roads, vehicular access, parking and loading facilities has not been demonstrated, and the adequacy of utilities and municipal services has not been demonstrated. The application for variances was refused on the grounds that the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan is not maintained, the general intent and purpose of the Zoning By-law is not maintained, the variances are not considered desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and, in the opinion of the Committee, the variances are not minor.

I am therefore seeking Council approval to attend the OMB in support of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment.

That:

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to attend at the Ontario Municipal Board Hearing in support of the Committee of Adjustment Decision to refuse the minor variances related to 325 Westlake Avenue (B0044/13TEY, A0429/13TEY, A0430/13TEY), and to retain an outside planning consultant(s) if needed, for the hearing.

On July 31st, 2013, the Committee of Adjustment refused to grant consent to sever the property and four (4) variances from the former Borough of East York By-law No. 6752, in respect of the property at 325 Westlake Avenue. The applicant has appealed this refusal to the Ontario Municipal Board. A hearing is scheduled for January 21, 2014 at 10:00 a.m.

The purpose of the application for severance and minor variances was to facilitate the construction of a new two-storey single family dwelling on the lot and maintain the existing one-storey single family detached dwelling on a reduced lot. The application for severance was refused on the grounds that the proposed land division does not conform to the policies of the official plan, the suitability of the land for the purposes for which it is to be subdivided has not been demonstrated, the suitability of the dimensions and shapes of the proposed lots has not been demonstrated, the adequacy of roads, vehicular access, parking and loading facilities has not been demonstrated, and the adequacy of utilities and municipal services has not been demonstrated. The application for variances was refused on the grounds that the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan is not maintained, the general intent and purpose of the Zoning By-law is not maintained, the variances are not considered desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and, in the opinion of the Committee, the variances are not minor.

I am therefore seeking Council approval to attend the OMB in support of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment.

Transportation Services recommends that Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the relocation of one speed bump in the first east-west public lane north of Queen Street West, between Northcote Avenue and Beaconsfield Avenue, as shown on Drawing No. 421G-1202 dated September 2013, attached to the report dated September 26, 2013 from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

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

Transportation Services is requesting approval from Toronto and East York Community Council to relocate one speed bump in the first east-west public lane north of Queen Street West, between Northcote Avenue and Beaconsfield Avenue.

Funding to undertake the signage and speed bump adjustments in the estimated amount of $500.00 is available within the Transportation Services Division's Capital budget laneways account CTP 313-05.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council receive for information the report (November 12, 2013) from the Director of Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, respecting the Bathurst Strachan Wellington Area Study Update Report.

The City Planning Division has initiated a study of the lands bordered by Bathurst Street, Strachan Avenue, Wellington Street West, and the Metrolinx rail corridor.  The study will engage area stakeholders, including landowners, residents and business owners to develop a long-term vision for the area.  The study will consider existing uses such as the Quality Meats operation, and the City-owned shelter, day care and Works Yard.  Recommendations will address the appropriate built form, transition and appropriate buffering of new developments, potential improvements to pedestrian, cycling and vehicle connections, enhancement of area park space, and the study area's relation to the Fort York National Historic Site and other surrounding areas to the north, east and west.

The first community meeting on the Study was held on October 15, 2013. Further community meetings will be scheduled through 2014.

This report responds to Recommendation 5 of Item PG24.5, which was before Planning and Growth Management Committee on May 16, 2013 and adopted by Council on June 11, 12 and 13, 2013 by providing an update on the status of the study and a study methodology.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

The City Planning Division recommends that:

1.         City Council revise the conditions of approval of demolition of 356, 358 and 360 Spadina Road under Municipal Code Chapter 667 originally approved by City Council at its meeting of April 6, 2009, as item TE24.7, by deleting Recommendation 1.b which provided for the retention of the house comprising 2 residential rental units at 362 Spadina Road.

2.         City Council further revise the conditions of approval referred to in Recommendation 1 by approving the application to demolish the residential building at 362 Spadina Road comprising 2 existing residential rental units pursuant to Municipal Code Chapters 667 and 363 subject to the following conditions under Chapter 667 which provide for the replacement of rental housing as outlined in this report:

a.         the owner shall provide two (2) residential rental units in a house to be constructed on the subject site and maintained as rental housing for a period of at least 20 years, comprising at least one (1) five-bedroom unit and one (1) one-bedroom unit, both of which shall be provided as rental housing for households connected to the religious centre which owns and operates the buildings at 356-362 Spadina Road;

b.         the owner shall not apply for a period of at least 20 years to convert to non-rental housing purposes, including by severance, nor to demolish without replacement, the 2 replacement rental units in a) above;

c.         the owner shall apply for all building permits required, and shall construct the replacement rental building substantially in accordance with the plans dated October 17, 2013, with any revisions to the rental unit floor plans to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division;

d.         the owner shall agree to complete the new replacement rental building and have the 2 rental dwelling units ready and available for occupancy prior to the date that the religious centre to be developed on the subject site opens for its operations;

e.         the owner shall enter into and register one or more Section 111 Agreement(s) to secure the conditions outlined in a) to d) inclusive to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division; and

f.         the owner shall enter into and register, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act (to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor) agreeing not to transfer or charge those parts of the lands, comprising the 2 replacement rental units, without the written consent of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division or their designate, to assist with securing the Section 111 Agreement against future owners and encumbrances of the lands until such time as the City Solicitor determines that its registration on title is no longer required to secure the provisions of the Section 111 Agreement.

3.         City Council authorize the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division to issue preliminary approval for a Section 111 permit for the application for the demolition of 362 Spadina Road under Municipal Code Chapter 667 after the satisfaction or securing of the conditions in Recommendation 2;

4.         City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a Section 111 permit under Municipal Code Chapter 667 after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the preliminary approval referred to in Recommendation 3.

5.         City Council authorize the Chief Building Official to issue a permit under Section 33 of the Planning Act no earlier than the issuance of the building permit which provides for the foundation of the replacement rental building, and after the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning Division has given the preliminary approval referred to in Recommendation 3, which permit may be included in the demolition permit for Chapter 667 under 363-11.1, of the Municipal Code, on condition that:

a.         the owner erect a residential building on site no later than two (2) years from the day demolition of the buildings is commenced; and

b.         should the owner fail to complete the new building within the time specified in condition (a), the City Clerk shall be entitled to enter on the collector’s roll, to be collected in a like manner as municipal taxes, the sum of twenty thousand dollars ($20,000.00) for each dwelling unit for which a demolition permit is issued, and that each sum shall, until payment, be a lien or charge upon the land for which the demolition permit is issued.

6.         City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to take such actions as are necessary to implement the foregoing, including execution of the Section 111 Agreements.

This application proposes to revise the conditions of the previous approval in 2009 of a Section 111 permit for demolition of three rental housing buildings at 356, 358, 360 and 362 Spadina Road by allowing the demolition of the fourth building at 362 Spadina.  City Council's conditions for the previously approved demolition included the retention of the building at 362 Spadina Road with two rental housing units.

The revised conditions would permit the demolition of 362 Spadina and require the replacement of a similar residential building at the same location with 2 residential rental units to be secured as rental housing.  This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to demolish 362 Spadina and to revise the conditions of approval under Chapter 667 for the property at 356-362 Spadina Road.

The recommendations in this report have no financial impact.

Zuimei Co. Ltd. has submitted an application for a new liquor licence to the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (“AGCO”) for a premises at 261 Queen Street West operating under the name Touhenboku Ramen (the “Premises”). The applicant is seeking a liquor licence for an indoor capacity of 28 patrons.

The Premises is located in close proximity to residential properties. There is concern in the community that this new establishment will cause noise and other disturbances to residents in the area. If conditions are put in place, these concerns may be mitigated.  As such, this application for a liquor licence is not in the public interest unless certain conditions, addressing the concerns of the community, are attached to the licence.

That the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Request the Manager, Land and Property Surveys to investigate and report to Toronto and East York Community Council on the suitability of naming the public lane located north of Bloor Street West and extending east and west between Manning Avenue and Euclid Avenue as "William Oliphant Lane".

A recent request has been made to name a laneway located north of Bloor Street West and extending east and west between Manning Avenue and Euclid Avenue in honour of two members of the Oliphant family. William Oliphant Sr. and William (Buster) Oliphant Jr. owned and operated “Oliphant’s Academy of Physical Culture” now known as “Oliphant’s Gym”. The gym is located in Seaton Village and will be celebrating its 100th Year Anniversary this November.  

Attached is a brief history of both William Oliphant Sr. and William (Buster) Oliphant Jr.

The initiative to have a lane named after “William Oliphant” has the support of the Seaton Village Residents Association and permission has been secured by the Oliphant family to move forward with the proposed name.

That the Toronto and East York Community Council recommend that:

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appear at the Ontario Municipal Board to support the decision of the Committee of Adjustment in refusing File No. A0617/13TEY with regards to 59 Barton Avenue.

On September 25, 2013 the Committee of Adjustment refused an application to construct a second- storey addition over the existing one-storey semi-detached dwelling located at 59 Barton Avenue.

Several residents expressed significant concerns about the proposed density resulting in overdevelopment of the site, and if approved would set a negative precedence for the area. Further, the variances requested for rear and side-yard setbacks raised privacy concerns for adjacent properties. The application was refused, as the variances requested were not considered to be minor. The proposal was also found to be not in keeping with the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and not considered desirable for the appropriate development of the land.

The applicant appealed the Committee of Adjustment decision to the OMB on October 4, 2013. Case # PL131108 has been assigned and a hearing has been scheduled on March 11, 2013.

 That the Toronto and East York Community Council recommend that:

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to appear at the Ontario Municipal Board to support the decision of the Committee of Adjustment in refusing File No. A0650/13TEY with regards to 80 Willcocks Street.

On September 25, 2013 the Committee of Adjustment refused an application to construct a rear second-storey deck with stairs to ground level to the 21/2-storey semi-detached duplex located at 80 Willcocks Street.

The Harbord Village Residents' Association, neighbours, and area residents expressed significant concerns about the proposed construction of a second-storey deck and stairs to the ground level that would serve as a main entrance for the second and third floors. Residents opposed to this proposal cited privacy concerns with respect to the adjacent property, as well as overlook and privacy concerns for the adjoining backyards from the second-storey deck. The application was refused, as the variances requested were not considered to be minor. The proposal was also found to be not in keeping with the intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, and not considered desirable for the appropriate development of the land.

The applicant appealed the Committee of Adjustment decision to the OMB on October 15, 2013. Case # PL131163 has been assigned but a hearing has not yet been scheduled.

Transportation Services recommends that:

1.         City Council approve the parking regulations at the locations identified in Appendix A and Appendix B, attached to the report, entitled “School Bus Loading Zones - Ward 30”, dated October 31, 2013, from the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District.

Transportation Services is responding to a request from Toronto and East York Community Council to report on options to rescind the parking restrictions in school zones on weekends and during school holidays in the Toronto and East York District.

As the operational characteristics of school zones can vary significantly, each location must be assessed individually to determine the feasibility of allowing parking on weekend and during school holidays. 

This report recommends changes to one school bus loading zone in Ward 30.  As the TTC operates a regular service on the subject street, this report requires City Council approval.

A companion report has also been submitted with respect to streets that Toronto and East York Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision.

Funds to undertake the necessary signage adjustments in the estimated amount of $1,500.00 are contained within Transportation Services 2013 Operating Budget.

That the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Approve the application to demolish the subject residential buildings at 17-21  Peel Avenue with the following conditions:

 a.        That all debris and rubble be removed immediately after demolition.

 b.        That any holes in the property are backfilled with clean fill.

On October 17, 2013, 11 Peel Avenue Inc. applied for a permit to demolish the existing residential buildings at 17-21 Peel Avenue.  (Application Nos. 17 Peel 13 251863 DEM, 19 Peel 13 251874 DEM, 21 Peel 13 251879 DEM)

In accordance with the Residential Demolition Control By-law No. 1009-2006, the applicant posted a sign on the property for 14 days giving notice of the intention to demolish the property. An objection has not been received to date regarding the proposed demolition.

In accordance with Section 2 of the City of Toronto Act, 1991 (No.4), c. Pr24, S.O.1991, Toronto and East York Community Council may impose any reasonable conditions which have regard to the nature of the residential property including the preservation of significant natural features and requiring

the erection and maintenance of structures and enclosures.

No building permit for a replacement building had been applied for at the site and since the buildings contain 1 residential unit, the application is being referred to the Toronto and East York Community Council. In such cases, the Municipal Code requires the City Council to issue or refuse the demolition permit.

Although there is no current application before Community Planning regarding these properties, the applicant is at the final stages of the planning process for official plan amendment and rezoning applications for the property at 11 Peel Avenue.  In addition, the properties are adjacent to City-owned lands that are targeted for use as a new public park.

The requested demolition is required now to enable the applicant to initiate certain work in respect of the new public park.

The requested residential demolition is matter for which the Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision

That the Toronto and East York Community Council:

1.         Request the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District, to report to Toronto and East York Community Council at its meeting of January 15, 2014 to amend the alternate side parking regulations on Fulton Avenue, between Broadview Avenue and Jackman Avenue, to maintain parking on only one side during the winter months.

That the Toronto and East York Community Council recommend that:

1.         City Council authorize the City Solicitor to amend the Section 37 Agreement pertaining to the property at 2-6 Lisgar Street by amending Section 3.2(1)(a) of the Agreement to extend the date for negotiations between the Owner and Toronto Media Arts Centre to March 31, 2014.