Executive Committee Meeting #4/12

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1 Executive Committee Meeting #4/12 Chair: Vice Chair: Members: Gerri Lynn O'Connor Maria Augimeri Ben Cachola Vincent Crisanti Glenn De Baeremaeker Michael Di Biase Jack Heath Colleen Jordan Mike Mattos Anthony Perruzza Jim Tovey Richard Whitehead June 1, :30 A.M. WESTON ROOM B, BLACK CREEK PIONEER VILLAGE EX1. MINUTES OF MEETING #3/12, HELD ON MAY 4, 2012 Minutes Summary Enclosed Herewith on PINK AGENDA Pages EX2. EX3. EX4. EX5. EX6. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF DELEGATIONS PRESENTATIONS CORRESPONDENCE EX6.1 A letter dated May 3, 2012 from Ms. Heather Laidlaw, President, Peel Federation of Agriculture, in regard to Concern with TRCA Additional Condition to Committee of Adjustment Consent Report No: 'B'

2 EX7. EX8. HEARING REPORT Application 0292/12/TOR to construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grading and temporary or permanent placing, dumping or removal of any material, originating on the site or elsewhere, 4155 Yonge Street, City of Toronto 39 SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION EX8.1 EX8.2 REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND South of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area) CFN THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM Conveyance of Land for Proposed Parking Lot Expansion Project and Maintenance of Plantings and Landscaping at the Durham Region Water Supply Plant in the Town of Ajax, Lake Ontario Waterfront CFN EX8.3 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Highland Creek Watershed Toronto District School Board CFN EX8.4 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek Watershed City of Toronto Onni Group CFN EX8.5 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed Boca East Investments Ltd. CFN EX8.6 GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed Toronto Catholic District School Board CFN EX8.7 APPOINTMENT OF AUTHORIZED SIGNING OFFICERS 70 EX8.8 DISTRICT ENERGY Development of Provincial Policies 72 2

3 EX9. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE ACTION EX9.1 EX9.2 EX9.3 CANADA GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL GREATER TORONTO CHAPTER Continuation of Partnership Agreement LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES Extension of Contract 82 GREATER TORONTO AREA AGRICULTURAL ACTION COMMITTEE Contracts for Executive Director and Project Coordinator 84 EX10. SECTION IV - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD EX10.1 PARTICIPATING MUNICIPALITY FUNDING Changes to Municipal Funding Arrangements 87 EX11. ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06 Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses PERMIT APPLICATION EX11.1 IS A MAJOR APPLICATION CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.1 METRUS DEVELOPMENT INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 13, Concession 10, Block 64 - southwest of Huntington Road and Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Metrus Development Inc. The purpose is to conduct site grading and topsoil removal in order to facilitate the continued servicing and development of the Boca East industrial subdivision, in Planning Block 64, in the City of Vaughan. 89 PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX EX11.8 ARE MAJOR APPLICATIONS - ERRATA CITY OF BRAMPTON EX11.2 CITY OF BRAMPTON To site grade on Lot 5, Concession 4, (150 Central Park Drive), in the City of Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by City of Brampton. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new parking lot and new entrance at the Brampton Civic Centre associated with a municipal building permit application. 92 3

4 EX11.3 LYNGATE DEVELOPMENTS To site grade on Lot 9, Concession 11, (Clarkway Drive and Castlemore Road), in the City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Lyngate Developments. The purpose is to undertake earthworks and servicing within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed associated with a proposed residential subdivision located between Clarkway Drive and Highway 50, south of Castlemore Road, in the City of Brampton. 94 CITY OF MISSISSAUGA EX11.4 CITY OF MISSISSAUGA To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 12, Concession 3 Part 3 Plan 43R-29523, (7280 Dixie Road), in the City of Mississauga, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by City of Mississauga. The purpose is to resolve an outstanding violation in order to restore a valley corridor within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed at 7280 Dixie Road, in the City of Mississauga associated with a municipal site plan application. 97 CITY OF PICKERING EX11.5 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM To site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Brock Road between Whitevale Road and Taunton Road, in the City of Pickering, Duffins Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Regional Municipality of Durham. The purpose is to realign Urfe Creek to accommodate the future widening of Brock Road. The Redside Dace fisheries timing window will be applied unless otherwise specified by MNR and a Letter of Advice will be written by TRCA staff on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)

5 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.6 ENBRIDGE PIPELINES INC. To site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and interfere with a wetland within the Finch Avenue Hydro Corridor between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Finch Avenue, in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed as located on property owned by Hydro-One. The purpose is to undertake emergency stabilization measures to protect an existing Enbridge Pipeline from a slope failure adjacent to the East Don River and a Provincially Significant Wetland. Works consist of the removal of slumped soils being supported by the exposed pipeline to relieve pressure on the structure. No in-water works are associated with the proposed. 101 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.7 EX11.8 BERKLEY HOMES (KLEINBURG) INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Lot 24, 25, Concession 8, Regional Road 27, in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Berkley Homes (Kleinburg) Inc. The purpose is to conduct site grading and alter a watercourse in order to construct a stormwater management pond and associated outfall to service the development of the Berkley Homes (Kleinburg) Inc. residential subdivision, in the City of Vaughan. 104 NASHVILLE MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS INC./NASHVILLE DEVELOPMENTS INC./NASHVILLE DEVELOPMENTS (SOUTH) INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Part Lots 21-23, Concession 9, (North of Major Mackenzie Drive and east of Huntington Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Nashville Major Developments Inc./Nashville Developments Inc./Nashville Developments (South) Inc. The purpose is to allow development and the alteration of a watercourse within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed to facilitate topsoil stripping and the installation of sediment and erosion control measures, including three temporary sediment control ponds, for a proposed draft plan of subdivision (19T-10V004) within Block 61 West, northeast of Major Mackenzie Drive and Huntington Road, in the City of Vaughan. The works also include the temporary diversion of approximately 1200 metres of Tributary 'A' and the rough cut of the final Tributary 'A' corridor adjacent to the temporary diversion channel

6 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.9 EX RENNIE TERRACE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot J, Plan M-581, (6 Rennie Terrace), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a new two-storey single family detached dwelling with integral garage at 6 Rennie Terrace in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area). The existing dwelling is to be demolished BYNG AVENUE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units on Part Lot 11, Plan 2328, (18 Byng Avenue), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a one-storey rear addition, side garage addition and a rear deck to the existing single family detached dwelling at 18 Byng Avenue in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area). 111 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX SUFI CRESCENT To change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 564, Plan 66R-18139, (28 Sufi Crescent), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a deck to the rear of the existing townhouse dwelling at 28 Sufi Crescent in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area)

7 EX RIVERVIEW DRIVE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 69, 70, 71 AND PART 67, Plan M-275, (330 Riverview Drive), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a new two storey single family dwelling, septic system, soakaway pit, rear retaining wall, rear porch and terrace, in-ground swimming pool and hot tub and associated pool enclosure at 330 Riverview Drive in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). 114 CITY OF TORONTO [TORONTO AND EAST YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.13 TORONTO PORT LANDS COMPANY To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 3, 4, 5, Plan 540E, (51 Commissioners Street), in the City of Toronto (Toronto and East York Community Council Area), Waterfront Watershed as located on the property owned by Toronto Port Lands Company. The purpose is to temporarily construct tents and equipment for the purpose of a theatrical production. 116 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.14 EX11.15 BLOCK 12 PROPERTIES INC. To temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lots 22, 23, 24, Concession 2, (northeast of Major Mackenzie Drive and Dufferin Street), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Block 12 Properties Inc. The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the removal of sediment from Stormwater Management (SWM) Pond 4 in Planning Block 12 (bound by Dufferin Street, Major Mackenzie Drive, Bathurst Street and Teston Road) in the City of Vaughan LANCER DRIVE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 42, Plan 5590, (65 Lancer Drive), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a replacement home and new deck at 65 Lancer Drive in the City of Vaughan

8 TOWN OF CALEDON EX11.16 EX11.17 EX CHINGUACOUSY ROAD To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 21, Concession 2, (12669 Chinguacousy Road), in the Town of Caledon, Etobicoke Creek Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of steel frame garage and inground swimming pool associated with a municipal building permit EMMA STREET To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on (10 Emma Street), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 18.2 square metre (196 sq. ft.) cold cellar addition with a rooftop deck on an existing dwelling associated with a municipal site plan application KING STREET To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 28, Concession 2 EHS, (3634 King Street), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 107 square metre (1152 sq. ft.) storage garage associated with a municipal building permit. 125 TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE EX11.19 EX11.20 GERANIUM HOMES (NINTH LINE) LIMITED To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part Lot 2, 3, Concession 8, (12558 Ninth Line), in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Rouge River Watershed as located on the property owned by Geranium Homes (Ninth Line) Limited. The purpose is to establish a recreational trail and undertake valleyland restoration landscaping associated with a residential plan of subdivision WILDERNESS TRAIL To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and site grade on Lot 8, Plan 65M-2841, (20 Wilderness Trail), in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Rouge River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a new single family detached dwelling on the vacant residential lot located at 20 Wilderness Trail in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville

9 PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX EX11.32 ARE ERRATA ITEMS: CITY OF PICKERING EX11.21 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere within the Hydro corridor on Liverpool Road and Finch Avenue, in the City of Pickering, Frenchman's Bay Watershed as located on the property owned by Hydro One. The purpose is to permit the construction of a temporary construction compound to facilitate soil-strengthening activities necessary to support the existing YDSS prior to tunnelling for the Southeast Collector sewer installation. 131 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.22 EX11.23 CITY OF TORONTO To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lanyard Road from Lindylou Road to Weston Road, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to undertake road and infrastructure reconstruct along Lanyard Road, from Lindylou Road to Weston Road, near Finch Avenue West in the City of Toronto. Works will include the removal and reconstruction of the existing road and sidewalk, construction of a 300mm watermain, 450mm storm sewers sanitary sewers and services. Works will include reconstruction of subsurface infrastructure, including a 300mm watermain, and 450mm storm and 250mm sanitary sewers. TRCA staff will issue a Letter of Advice on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). 133 CITY OF TORONTO To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Woolner Avenue from Jane Street to Rockcliffe Boulevard, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to construct a new concrete sidewalk on the south side of Woolner Avenue to the west of Rockcliffe Boulevard. Works will include the installation of a 2.0m concrete sidewalk and a concrete toe wall. No in-water works are associated with this project

10 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX GEORGE HENRY BOULEVARD To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on, (44 George Henry Boulevard), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct an in-ground swimming pool behind the existing dwelling and rear deck at 44 George Henry Boulevard in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). 137 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.25 EX11.26 JOSEPH AND WOLF LEBOVIC JEWISH COMMUNITY CAMPUS To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part Lot 17, 18, Plan 65R-27239, Block 11 UJA Quadrant B - Bathurst Street and Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Joseph and Wolf Lebovic Jewish Community Campus. The purpose is to conduct site grading in order to construct a school within lands owned by the Jospeh and Wolf Lebovic Jewish Community Campus, in Planning Block 11, in the City of Vaughan FIELDCREST COURT To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 53, Plan 65M-2975, (16 Fieldcrest Court), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a concrete deck at 16 Fieldcrest Court in the City of Vaughan. 141 TOWN OF AJAX EX11.27 BEECHRIDGE FARMS INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Lot 5, 6, Concession 3, (Salem Road and Rossland Road), in the Town of Ajax, Carruthers Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Beechridge Farms Inc.. The purpose is to construct two crossings of a tributary to Carruthers Creek as part of a residential and employment draft plan of subdivision

11 TOWN OF CALEDON EX11.28 EX11.29 HIGHWAY 9 AND REGIONAL ROAD 50 (SOUTH-WEST CORNER) To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and site grade on Lot 32, Concession 6 Block 7, Plan 43M-1441, (Highway 9 and Regional Road 50 (South-West Corner)), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a one-storey, single family dwelling and septic system associated with a municipal site plan application. 144 HIGHWAY 9 AND REGIONAL ROAD 50 (SOUTH-WEST CORNER) To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and site grade on Lot 32, Concession 6 Block 8, Plan 43M-1441, (Highway 9 and Regional Road 50 (South-West Corner)), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a one-storey, single family dwelling and septic system associated with a municipal site plan application. 146 TOWN OF MARKHAM EX11.30 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and site grade on 7033 Leslie Street, in the Town of Markham, Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Regional Municipality of York. The purpose is to permit upgrades to the existing pumping station that include: replacement of the sub-grade fuel storage tank, installation of a rainwater harvesting and storage system, construction of a new gravel access path, and reconstruction of the parking area and surrounding amenity space

12 TOWN OF MONO EX11.31 TOWN OF MONO To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on 7th Line, approximately 0.1 km south of Sideroad 5, in the Town of Mono, Humber River Watershed, as located on property owned by the Town of Mono and a private land owner located at th Line. The purpose is to replace a deteriorating culvert along 7th Line, approximately 0.1 km south of Sideroad 5 and realign a section of the watercourse upstream of the crossing in the Town of Mono. The cold water fisheries timing window will apply to these works, unless otherwise specified in writing by the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR). A Letter of Advice will be written by TRCA staff on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). 150 TOWNSHIP OF KING EX11.32 VALLEY KING DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere, interfere with a wetland and alter a watercourse on Lot 5, Concession 4, south side of King Road, west of Keele Street, in the Township of King, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Valley King Developments Limited. The purpose is to conduct site grading and alter a watercourse in order to construct a pedestrian crossing over a tributary of the Humber River for the Valley King Developments Limited residential subdivision, in the community of King City. 152 PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX EX11.73 ARE PERMISSION FOR ROUTINE INFRASTRUCTURE WORKS: Permission for Routine Infrastructure Works Letter of Approval are implemented by Planning and Development Division staff and are received monthly by the Executive Committee. The permission of routine infrastructure works is subject to authorization by the Director, Planning and Development and signed by an appointed enforcement officer. All routine infrastructure works are located within a Regulated Area, generally within or adjacent to the hazard or natural feature and in the opinion of staff do not affect the control of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches, pollution or the conservation of land. 12

13 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.33 CITY OF TORONTO To undertake structure maintenance in North Park - near Keele Street and Lawrence Avenue West, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to repair an existing brick sanitary sewer manhole. Works will include the excavation of the existing manhole to repair and waterproof the brick structure. No in-water works are associated with this project. CFN: Application #: 0188/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: April 24, 2012 EX11.34 CITY OF TORONTO To undertake sewer and watermain or utility installation or maintenance within an existing roadway on Keele Street from Westacres Drive to 40m north of Greenbrook Drive, near Eglinton Avenue, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to replace the existing watermain and allow for water service upgrades along Keele Street, north of Eglinton Avenue West in the City of Toronto. Works will include removal of the existing sidewalk and concrete crosswalks, installation of new watermains, and replacement of disturbed sidewalks and crosswalks. Full road resurfacing will follow under a separate contract in CFN: Application #: 0209/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Daniel Brent, extension For information contact: Daniel Brent, extension Date: May 7, 2012 EX11.35 CITY OF TORONTO To undertake sewer and watermain or utility installation or maintenance within an existing roadway on North Drive from Royal York Road to Woodcrest Drive, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by City of Toronto. The purpose is to remove and replace an existing watermain. Works will included the abandonment of an existing 200mm watermain and the installation of a new 200m watermain along North Drive from Royal York Road to Woodcrest Drive. No in-water works are associated with this project. 13

14 CFN: Application #: 0337/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: May 18, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.36 CITY OF TORONTO To undertake road/pathway resurfacing or reconstruction in Downsview Dells Park near 2515 Jane Street, in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by the TRCA. The purpose is to reconstruct an existing asphalt parking lot. Works will include the removal and replacement of the existing asphalt surface, construction of concrete curbs and installation of subsurface drainage. No in-water works are associated with the proposed. CFN: Application #: 0294/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: May 15, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [SCARBOROUGH COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.37 CITY OF TORONTO To undertake road/pathway resurfacing or reconstruction, sewer and watermain or utility installation or maintenance within an existing roadway on Meadowvale Road, from Old Finch Avenue to Plug Hat Road, in the City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area), Rouge River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to resurface Meadowvale Road between Old Finch Avenue and Plug Hat Road. Additional works include the maintenance of the existing drainage system. No in-water works are associated with this project. CFN: Application #: 0601/11/TOR Report Prepared by: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: May 18,

15 TOWN OF AJAX EX11.38 ENBRIDGE GAS DISTRIBUTION INC. To undertake sewer and watermain or utility installation under a watercourse by trenchless technology on Salem Road North, approximately 142 m south of Pugsley Court, in the Town of Ajax, Carruthers Creek Watershed, as located on the property owned by the Town of Ajax under franchise agreement with Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. The purpose is to install a gasmain under a tributary of Carruthers Creek along Salem Road North, approximately 142 m south of Pugsley Court. The redside dace fisheries timing window will be applied, unless otherwise specified in writing by the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR). Enbridge Gas Distribution Inc. will be using the Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) Operational Statement for High Pressure Directional Drilling. CFN: Application #: 0217/12/AJAX Report Prepared by: Shirin Varzgani, extension 5785 For information contact: Shirin Varzgani, extension 5785 Date: May 7, 2012 TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE EX11.39 TOWNSHIP OF UXBRIDGE To undertake drainage structure general maintenance on 3180, 3140, 2949, 2750 and 2650 Concession 3 Road, approximately 700 m north and 700 m south of Second Road, in the Township of Uxbridge, Duffins Creek Watershed, as located on the property owned by Township of Uxbridge. The purpose is to remove and replace driveway culverts at five sites, 3180, 3140, 2949, 2750 and 2650 Concession 3 Road and clean the ditches on the east and west sides of Concession 3 Road, approximately 700 m north and 700 m south of Second Road. No in-water works will take place as a part of the proposed works. CFN: Application #: 0218/12/UXB Report Prepared by: Shirin Varzgani, extension 5785 For information contact: Shirin Varzgani, extension 5785 Date: May 2, 2012 PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX EX11.43 ARE MINOR WORKS LETTER OF APPROVAL: Permission for Minor Works Letter of Approval are implemented by Planning and Development Division staff and are received monthly by the Executive Committee. The permission of minor works is subject to authorization by the Director, Planning and Development and signed by an appointed enforcement officer. All minor works are located within a Regulated Area, outside of the floodplain and in the opinion of staff do not affect the control of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches, pollution or the conservation of land. 15

16 CITY OF BRAMPTON EX COLE COURT To install a swimming pool on Lot 86, Plan 1361, (6 Cole Court), in the City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0321/12/BRAM Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324 Date: May 7, 2012 EX MCVEAN DRIVE To undertake a municipal or utility project on West Half Lot 12, Concession 9, (10387 McVean Drive), in the City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0319/12/BRAM Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 Date: May 4, 2012 EX MIDSUMMER DRIVE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 68, Plan 43M-1798, (68 Midsummer Drive), in the City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0331/12/BRAM Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324 Date: May 10, 2012 CITY OF MISSISSAUGA EX LONEFEATHER CRESCENT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 44, Plan, (3314 Lonefeather Crescent), in the City of Mississauga, Etobicoke Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0298/12/MISS Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Leilani Lee-Yates, extension 5370 Date: May 1,

17 CITY OF PICKERING EX WOODVIEW AVENUE To construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on Part Lot 18, Plan 329, PART 3, (1975 Woodview Avenue), in the City of Pickering, Petticoat Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0254/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: April 30, 2012 EX WOODVIEW AVENUE To construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on Part Lot 18, Plan 329, PART 2, (1977 Woodview Avenue), in the City of Pickering, Petticoat Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0256/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: April 30, 2012 EX WOODVIEW AVENUE To construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on Part Lot 18, Plan 329, PART 1, (1979 Woodview Avenue), in the City of Pickering, Petticoat Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0257/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: April 30, 2012 EX WOODVIEW AVENUE To construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on Part Lot 18, Plan 329, PART 4, (1973 Woodview Avenue), in the City of Pickering, Petticoat Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0258/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: April 30,

18 EX MARSHCOURT DRIVE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on (1553 Marshcourt Drive), in the City of Pickering, Duffins Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0250/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: April 30, 2012 EX ROUGEMOUNT DRIVE To change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 99, 100, Plan 283, (504 Rougemount Drive), in the City of Pickering, Rouge River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0263/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: April 30, 2012 EX FINCH AVENUE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on, (141 Finch Avenue), in the City of Pickering, Petticoat Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0306/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: May 3, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX RIVER VALLEY CRESCENT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) and change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 52, Plan 1940, (15 River Valley Crescent), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0248/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 1,

19 EX BRITTANY COURT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) and construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on Lot 10, Plan M-1380, (17 Brittany Court), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0322/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 8, 2012 EX FOREST PATH COURT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) and change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on, (18 Forest Path Court), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0247/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Mark Rapus, extension 5259 Date: May 9, 2012 EX WOODLAND HEIGHTS To construct a ground floor addition up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) and change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 19, Plan M-541, (2 Woodland Heights), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0287/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 1, 2012 EX WATERCLIFFE ROAD To change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 15, Plan M-673, (36 Watercliffe Road), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. 19

20 CFN: Application #: 0277/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 2, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX SANDRINGHAM DRIVE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) and change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 140/148, Plan 2456, (176 Sandringham Drive), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0233/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Mark Rapus, extension 5259 Date: April 27, 2012 EX GEORGE HENRY BOULEVARD To change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 73, Plan 6311, (48 George Henry Boulevard), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0262/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 1, 2012 EX11.58 WYNFORD RECREATION CENTRE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Part Lot 20, 21, 22, 23, Plan 66R-6041, (15 Club Golfway), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Wynford Recreation Centre. CFN: Application #: 0202/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Mark Rapus, extension 5259 Date: May 22,

21 CITY OF TORONTO [SCARBOROUGH COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX BESWICK PARK COURT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 9, Plan 66M-2465, (22 Beswick Park Court), in the City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area), Highland Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0332/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 22, 2012 EX NELSON STREET To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 2, Plan M747, (100 Nelson Street), in the City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area), Highland Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0320/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Mark Rapus, extension 5259 Date: May 8, 2012 EX11.61 UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO SCARBOROUGH To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Part Lot 9, 10, Concession 1, (130 Old Kingston Road), in the City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area), Highland Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by University of Toronto Scarborough. CFN: Application #: 0315/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Mark Rapus, extension 5259 Date: May 8, 2012 EX BRIARSCROSS BOULEVARD To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 207, Plan M1470, (19 Briarscross Boulevard), in the City of Toronto (Scarborough Community Council Area), Highland Creek Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0206/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Mark Rapus, extension 5259 Date: May 8,

22 CITY OF TORONTO [TORONTO AND EAST YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX DOUGLAS CRESCENT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) and construct a ground floor addition up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 94, Plan 2398, (10 Douglas Crescent), in the City of Toronto (Toronto and East York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0253/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 1, 2012 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX HIGHLAND CREEK COURT To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Part Lot 20, Concession 8, (8 Highland Creek Court), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0289/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Anthony Sun, extension 5724 For information contact: June Little, extension 5756 Date: May 2, 2012 EX ANGELINA AVENUE To install a swimming pool on Lot 49, Plan 65M-2807, (66 Angelina Avenue), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0291/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Anthony Sun, extension 5724 For information contact: June Little, extension 5756 Date: May 3, 2012 TOWN OF CALEDON EX HUMBER STATION ROAD To construct a ground floor addition up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on (15839 Humber Station Road), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. 22

23 CFN: Application #: 0301/12/CAL Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Leilani Lee-Yates, extension 5370 Date: May 1, 2012 EX MISSISSAUGA ROAD To construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on, (13546 Mississauga Road), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0273/12/CAL Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324 Date: April 26, 2012 TOWN OF MARKHAM EX ROUGE RIVER CIRCLE To construct a ground floor addition or structure greater than 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) but less than 150 sq. m (1614 sq. ft) on Lot 11, Plan 6230, (23 Rouge River Circle), in the Town of Markham, Rouge River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0328/12/MARK Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 Date: May 8, 2012 EX MUMBERSON COURT To construct a ground floor addition up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 19, Plan 65M3051, (33 Mumberson Court), in the Town of Markham, Rouge River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0334/12/MARK Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 Date: May 17, 2012 TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL EX WOOD LANE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Part Lot 48, Concession 1 WYS, (114 Wood Lane), in the Town of Richmond Hill, Don River Watershed. 23

24 CFN: Application #: 0304/12/RH Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 Date: May 17, 2012 EX CATANO COURT To install a swimming pool on Lot 97, Plan 65M-3770, (43 Catano Court), in the Town of Richmond Hill, Rouge River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0302/12/RH Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 Date: May 4, 2012 TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE EX GAR LEHMAN AVENUE To construct a non-habitable accessory structure up to 50 sq. m (538 sq. ft) on Lot 1, Plan 65M-4144, (6 Gar Lehman Avenue), in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Rouge River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0336/12/WS Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: May 22, 2012 TOWNSHIP OF KING EX KINGSCROSS DRIVE To undertake minor landscaping involving the placement, removal or regrading of material of less than 30 cubic metres (equivalent to 3 truckloads) and change the use, size, or number of dwelling units of a structure, or undertake work that does not change the footprint of the existing structure on Lot 5, Plan M1458, (170 Kingscross Drive), in the Township of King, Humber River Watershed. CFN: Application #: 0341/12/KING Report Prepared by: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 For information contact: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 Date: May 17,

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39 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Carolyn Woodland, Director, Planning and Development Item EX7.1 RE: HEARING REPORT Application 0292/12/TOR to construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grading and temporary or permanent placing, dumping or removal of any material, originating on the site or elsewhere, 4155 Yonge Street, City of Toronto KEY ISSUE The owners of 4155 Yonge Street have applied to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), under Ontario Regulation 166/06, to develop within a Regulated Area to facilitate the construction of a 12-storey residential condominium building and five levels of underground parking. RECOMMENDATION THAT Application 292/12/TOR to develop within a Regulated Area of the Don River watershed to facilitate the construction of a 12-storey residential building with underground parking at the property described as 4155 Yonge Street, City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area) be refused as the proposal impacts the conservation of land. PROPERTY LOCATION AND AREA DESCRIPTION The property is located on the southeast corner of William Carson Crescent and Yonge Street in the City of Toronto and has a width of 25 metres (82 feet), a depth of 92.5 metres (303 feet) and a total lot area of 0.31 ha (0.77 acres ). The property is situated at the toe of slope of the West Don River Valley Corridor and entirely within a TRCA Regulated Area. The valley corridor in this area consists of a heavily vegetated upper slope which is interrupted by existing development along the Yonge Street corridor. Located to the east of the Yonge Street corridor is a lower valley slope and valley bottom lands including the floodplain associated with the West Don River. A location map of the subject property can be found in Attachment 1. The front 48 metres (157 feet) of the site is developed with a commercial parking lot built prior to the adoption of Ontario Regulation 166/06 (Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shoreline and Watercourse Regulation). The rear half (45 metres or 148 feet) of the property contains a forested 2.5:1 slope at the steepest portion. The easterly edge of the asphalt parking lot is generally coincident with the toe the valley slope in this area. The vegetated slope at the rear of the property is part of an extensive vegetated valley landform system known as the West Don River valley that continues for many kilometres to the southeast and northwest of the subject site. An aerial photograph of the site can be found in Attachment 1. 39

40 TRCA JURISDICTION Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06, a permit is required from TRCA prior to any development, if in the opinion of TRCA, the control of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches or pollution or the conservation of land may be affected by the development. Development is defined as: i) the construction, reconstruction, erection or placing of a building or structure of any kind, ii) any change to a building or structure that would have the effect of altering the use or potential use of the building or structure, increasing the size of the building or structure or increasing the number of dwelling units in the building or structure, iii) iv) site grading, the temporary or permanent placing, dumping or removal of any material, originating on the site or elsewhere. An Ontario Regulation 166/06 permit must be applied for and obtained before a municipal building permit can be issued. Based on the proposed development plan TRCA staff concludes that the conservation of land will be affected and therefore does not meet the test of the Regulation. Before refusing the permit, TRCA must hold a Hearing to which the applicant is a party (Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O c. C27-28). In accordance with the Conservation Authorities Act, the applicant must be afforded the opportunity to require a hearing before the Executive Committee (sitting as a Hearing Board) when staff is recommending refusal of an application. It should be noted that TRCA staff review all permitting requirements in concert with TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP, 1994) policies. THE PROPOSAL The proposal is to excavate and remove the lower half or 33 metres (108 feet) of the existing forested slope (valley landform) to accommodate a new 12-storey residential condominium and five levels of underground parking structure. Under this proposal, 12.5 metres (41 feet) of vegetated valley slope would remain along the easterly edge the site and the uppermost 21 metres (69 feet) of slope would remain on the adjacent property to the east. The east basement wall of the building will be designed as a retaining wall to support the remaining upper half of the slope. The difference in elevation between the existing parking lot and where the slope will be cut to accommodate the building is approximately 10 metres (33 feet). The area within the site that contains natural vegetation is ha (0.39 acres) which is just over half of the site area. The proposed development would result in the removal of over 46% of the total natural vegetation on the site. 40

41 Within this partially developed area of the West Don River Valley Corridor, TRCA staff consistently requests that new developments include a 10 metre vegetated buffer zone between the proposed development limit and established limit of the natural feature or natural hazard located on the property. In this case TRCA staff has requested that the building be setback a minimum of 10 metres from the staked toe or bottom of the slope. The proposed development provides no buffer to the toe of valley slope and requires the removal of half of the valley landform. BACKGROUND AND STATEMENT OF ISSUES This TRCA permit application was submitted prior to the applicant obtaining the necessary municipal planning approvals. In most cases planning approvals are received by the applicant before a TRCA permit is approved so that the form of development is established prior to the detailed construction permit application. To date the applicant has not resolved their planning issues with the City of Toronto. The building height and rear development limit remain unresolved. A report outlining TRCA staff involvement in the planning application related to the property is outlined in a separate report that was provided to the Executive Committee at its meeting held on March 2, A copy of the previous report is attached for the Hearing Board's reference. (Attachment 1) Since November 2011, TRCA staff has attended numerous meetings with the applicant and City of Toronto staff in order to find a resolution to the applicant's planning issues. In March of 2012, TRCA and City staff presented an alternative rear development limit to the applicant. The applicant subsequently rejected the alternative rear development limit and has decided to pursue their original development proposal before TRCA's Hearing Board in the absence of City Council Official Plan and Zoning amendment approvals. For TRCA, the challenge has been to establish the appropriate building footprint when the site is seriously constrained by the subway easement on the streetside and the steep, wooded slopes of the valley corridor on the east side of the property. The balancing of the land use, building height, footprint and technical requirements for access into underground parking and the protection of sensitive valley slopes are a key challenge. STAFF REVIEW OF THE PERMIT APPLICATION Conservation of Land The submission impacts the conservation of land as it negatively impacts a portion of the valley corridor and further affects the habitat function of the valley system. The submission does not comply with the principles, objectives and polices of the VSCMP. Further to the direction set out in Section (New Urban Development) of the VSCMP, the proposal is not consistent with Policy 4.2 (Existing Development) as follows: 41

42 "The Program recognizes that where development has occurred within valley and stream corridors increased flexibility for valleyland management is required. To this end, the Authority's policies and criteria for existing development within these areas permit higher levels of risk associated with flooding, erosion and slope instability, and recognize that environmental rehabilitation is more limited. Inherent in these policies is the objective to minimize, reduce or eliminate these risks and also achieve environmental protection and rehabilitation to the fullest extent possible. The application of these policies will also have regard to the characteristics of the adjacent corridor reach; therefore, opportunities for development and redevelopment of any site will be consistent with, and dependant upon the extent and nature of existing development on the subject site and with development patterns within the corridor reach as a whole" The proposed development limit will extend significantly beyond the existing limit of development on the site (easterly edge of asphalt parking) and well beyond the limit of development (office tower) that exists on the adjacent property to the south. The proposal does not achieve the objectives set out for "Existing Development" of the VSCMP. The applicant has indicated that they are prepared to provide for on site or off site compensation for the loss of trees that would occur. The loss of the trees within the valley is not the only issue. The significant issue with this permit is the loss of a portion of the valley slope and natural landform in this area. Natural valley landforms cannot be recreated as such and therefore compensation of the same is impossible. The partial removal of the slope on the subject property represents a permanent loss of a natural landform known as the West Don River Valley Corridor. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS AND THE PRECEDENT The submission is also not supported because it contributes to the impact created by cumulative loss and degradation of natural areas and associated biodiversity within the West Don River valley system. Permitting this intrusion could be argued by future applicants to have established a precedent which will lead to similar proposals within the TRCA jurisdiction, given the constant pressure for more land use intensification. It should be noted that to the north of the subject property along the east side of William Carson Crescent, there has been in the past significant alteration of the natural valley slope through the construction of retaining walls. The modifications of the valley slope on William Carson Crescent occurred prior to May 2006 when TRCA's Regulation 166/06 was adopted and TRCA first began to regulate development in this part of the Don Valley corridor. If this application is approved, staff will have difficulty in opposing other applications or structures and/or fill within this part of the West Don River Valley Corridor, which will result in additional negative impacts to the watershed. CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATION In summary, staff recommends that the application be denied for the following reasons: 42

43 1. The submission will affect the conservation of land as it: results in negative impacts to a portion of the West Don River Valley Corridor for the purpose of creating a new multi-storey residential building within the undeveloped valley portion of the property; results in the removal of half of the upper valley slope and over 46% of the natural vegetation on the site therefore expanding the urban edge within the valley and resulting in a loss to overall habitat value; and has a detrimental impact due to the cumulative loss of natural cover within the City of Toronto. 2. The submission does not comply with the overall principles, objectives and policies of TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. Specifically, it does not conform with Sections B) (Program Objectives), 4.1 (New Development) and 4.2 (Existing Development). 3. The submission could be argued by future applicants to have created a precedent that will: result in future consideration of similar proposals within this portion of the West Don River valley and other urbanized areas of the TRCA's jurisdiction; undermine TRCA's policies; and reduce TRCA's ability to defend such policies at the Mining and Lands Commission. Report prepared by: Mark Rapus, extension s: mrapus@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension s: sheuchert@trca.on.ca Date: May 23, 2012 Attachments: 1 43

44 Attachment 1 RES.#B14/12 - Moved by: Seconded by: IRE-YONGE DEVELOPERS INC., 4155 YONGE STREET Proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment Applications City of Toronto, North York Community Council Area. TRCA staff comments on a proposed development within a Regulated Area of the West Don River Valley. Glenn De Baeremaeker Ben Cachola THAT the staff report on 4155 Yonge Street, City of Toronto be received. CARRIED BACKGROUND At the Authority Meeting #1/12, held on February 24, 2012 Resolution #A12/12 was approved as follows: THAT staff report to Executive Committee Meeting #1/12, scheduled to be held on March 2, 2012, in regard to 4155 Yonge Street, Toronto. The subject property known as 4155 Yonge Street is located south of Highway 401 and on the southeast corner of William Carson Crescent and Yonge Street in the City of Toronto. The property is situated below the top of bank of the West Don River Valley Corridor and entirely within a Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Regulated Area. A key map identifying the general location of the property is Attachment 1. The property is irregular in shape having a depth of approximately 92.5 metres (303 feet) and a width of approximately 25 metres (82 feet). The front 48 metres (157 feet) of the property is developed with a commercial parking lot. The rear half (approximately 45 metres or 148 feet) of the property contains a vegetated valley slope. The easterly edge of the asphalt parking lot is generally coincident with the toe or bottom of the valley slope in this area. Planning Application History In 1989, the current property owner (Ire-Yonge Developers Inc.) received a site specific zoning approval from the former City of North York to permit the front 73 metres (240 feet) including the lower 21 metres (69 feet) of the vegetated slope to be removed and developed as a six to seven storey office building. The portion of the property intended for re-development was given a commercial "C1" zoning designation. The rear (easterly) portion of the slope (having a depth of approximately 23 metres or 75 feet) was zoned "G" or "Greenbelt" and was intended for environmental protection. A copy of schedule "B" to By-Law #30952 passed on September 6, 1989 is Attachment 2. No records were found of TRCA's involvement with the 1989 Zoning Amendment Application. 44

45 In April 2011, the same property owner applied for an Official Plan and Zoning Amendment Application with the City of Toronto in order to re-develop a larger portion of the site with a 12 storey residential condominium with ground floor retail uses and five levels of underground parking. The City of Toronto's Official Plan land use map #16 adopted by City Council in 2002 designates the front half of the property as "mixed use" and the rear half of the property as "natural areas". The City's policy associated with the natural areas designation requires that natural areas be maintained primarily in a natural state. In addition to the specific land use designation, the subject property is identified on Map #9, "Natural Heritage System" of the City of Toronto's Official Plan. Development is generally not permitted in the natural heritage system. The natural heritage system is comprised of areas where the protection, restoration and enhancement of the natural features and functions should have high priority in citybuilding decisions. In TRCA's review of the application, TRCA staff staked the toe (bottom) of valley slope and drip line of vegetation associated with the valley slope. The TRCA staked lines including toe of valley slope and drip line of vegetation are identified on the aerial photo of the site in Attachment 3. The proposed development limit as well as the existing development limit is also outlined in Attachment 3. The proposed development limit will result in further loss of the slope and protected natural area of the property than was previously approved for the office building in The difference in elevation between the existing parking lot and the new development limit is approximately 10 metres (33' feet). The proposed east basement wall of the 12 storey condominium building will be designed as a retaining wall to support the remaining part of the slope. TRCA Comments to the City of Toronto Upon completing the review of the planning application TRCA staff responded to the City in correspondence dated November 30, 2011 indicating that we could not support the application as submitted. TRCA staff advised the City that based on the policies of the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP), a vegetated buffer of 10 metres is required westward from the toe of slope. To date the owner has advised TRCA staff that they cannot provide a buffer to the toe of slope nor can they protect the natural feature in its current state. The lower 33 metres (108 feet) of vegetated slope (half of the entire slope) would be permanently removed from the natural heritage system based on the current development proposal. In addition to TRCA's role as a commenting agency on the current Planning Applications, it should be noted that the owner will be required to apply for and receive a TRCA permit prior to any development occurring on the subject property. Report prepared by: Mark Rapus, extension s: mrapus@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension s: sheuchert@trca.on.ca Date: February 27,

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49 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX8.1 RE: REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL OF TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY-OWNED LAND South of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area) CFN KEY ISSUE Toronto and Region Conservation Authority is in receipt of a request from Robert and Renata Ford to consider a sale of a parcel of TRCA land located south of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River watershed. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) owned-land located south of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), be retained for conservation purposes. BACKGROUND At Executive Committee Meeting #3/12, held on May 4, 2012, Resolution #B50/12 was approved as follows: THAT the request for disposal of a parcel of land located south of Eglinton Avenue, west of Scarlett Road (adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive), City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), be referred to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff for review and discussion in accordance with established TRCA policies; AND FURTHER THAT a report recommending further action be brought forward to a future Executive Committee Meeting. This request was circulated to City of Toronto staff and TRCA staff for review and comment. The following comments have been received: City of Toronto Staff Comments The parcel in question is approximately 250 m² in area and located at the side of 223 Edenbridge Drive, and in front of the Edenbridge Centre a former Metro Parks Yard that is now utilized for recreation programming; the back portion still has equipment storage for Parks operation. The Edenbridge Centre is on lands owned by the TRCA and covered by the Management Agreement. While the lands are in front of the Centre, the space is a passive park space, and is not under any particular use. There are a couple of trees on the subject lands. 49

50 The subject lands are zoned R1, which permits single family dwelling, among other similar uses. The land is designated Parks and Open Space (POS) in the Official Plan. POS lands are subject to Policy (page 4-8 of the O.P.) which states in part, "the sale or disposal of publicly owned lands in Parks...is discouraged and no City owned lands in Parks...will be sold or disposed of..." The TRCA is discouraged rather than prohibited from selling POS designated lands. While the sale of these lands by the TRCA is discouraged, the TRCA may wish to consider the short term lease of these lands to the abutting land owner. The letter from the owner cites two reasons for the proposed acquisition. The improvement of safety and the addition of secure children's play space can be achieved through a short term lease of the specified property. In summary, the lands abutting 223 Edenbridge and in front of the Edenbridge Centre is passive park space and provides a front yard for the Edenbridge Centre, These lands are designated POS in the Official Plan of the City of Toronto which discourages the land owner (TRCA) from selling these lands. But City Staff would not object to the TRCA making these lands available for a short term lease. TRCA Staff Comments The subject property is located entirely below the top of the bank of the Humber River valley, as are many of the residential lots which were developed prior to the implementation of TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP) policies. The subject property is located on the valley floor, but is not within the regulatory floodplain or an erosion hazard limit associated with the Humber River. Nor is the site identified in TRCA s Terrestrial Natural Heritage System mapping. TRCA Ecology staff advise that the subject property includes manicured lawn and three mature non-native trees and, while not ecologically significant in isolation, does provide open space functions such as enhanced air quality and a reduction in urban heat island effects. In addition, the property could be ecologically enhanced along with surrounding valleylands to create a more robust and higher quality natural heritage system in time. TRCA understands that the subject property was acquired through the development process in While unusual in 1966, this form of acquisition through the development process has been standard practice for some time and is consistently applied by TRCA Planning and Development staff. The Greenlands Acquisition Strategy continues to identify valleyland and lands that provide a buffer to other areas such as floodplains and the natural heritage system as targets for acquisition. Planning and Development staff implement the Strategy through the development review process. TRCA has consistently recognized that the valleylands within its watersheds are important natural resources and that they should be managed as open space rather than for private development or amenity areas. The valleylands are the backbone of the Natural Heritage System, are natural water collection systems for the watersheds within the TRCA jurisdiction and are valued landscape units contributing to environmental quality, the prevention of natural hazards and the provision of open space. 50

51 Valleylands make up the majority of the limited greenspace available in the City of Toronto, and therefore it is important to retain and enhance the land base that remains. The retention of valleylands as open, natural landforms provides continuous greenspace corridors that serve as regional linkages to local greenspace resources, habitat areas and built communities. Their retention, along with the transfer of valleylands into public ownership, helps to enhance the quality of life of the City of Toronto and TRCA s jurisdiction. TRCA Planning and Development staff is consistently pressured to accept the use of valleylands for new and intensified development, filling and dumping, and has therefore been consistent in rejecting these uses as inappropriate. Policies of the VSCMP limit such uses from extending into valley and stream corridors and encourage setting aside valley and stream corridors which form part of new development proposals into public ownership. TRCA acquisition provides stronger and more permanent protection and control of land as greenspace and allows for public access for enjoyment, recreation and education. This greenspace will be at a premium in the future as we move into an age of increasing urban intensification. Given the direction embedded in the VSCMP policies and the Greenlands Acquisition Strategy, the sale of the lands adjacent to 223 Edenbridge Drive or other valleylands to a private entity is not supported by TRCA Planning and Development staff. A plan illustrating the location of the subject lands is outlined in Attachment 1. After Executive Committee Meeting #3/12, held on May 4, 2012, additional correspondence was received from citizens in regard to this matter. A summary is outlined in Attachment 2. CONCLUSION Since the Official Plan of the City of Toronto discourages the disposal of POS lands, the subject parcel functions as passive park space which provides a front yard for the Edenbridge Centre, and would be contrary to TRCA's VSCMP policies as well as TRCA's mandate to conserve valley corridors, staff is recommending that the subject parcel be retained for conservation purposes. Report prepared by: Mike Fenning, extension s: mfenning@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Mike Fenning, extension s: mfenning@trca.on.ca Date: May 14, 2012 Attachments: 2 51

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53 Attachment 2 Correspondence in regard to Request for Disposal of TRCA-owned land was received from the following, objecting to the sale of the subject parcel of land. 1. dated May 2, 2012 from Mr. Bill Langer. 2. dated May 3, 2012 from Ms. Alyssa Mohino-Barrie. 3. dated May 3, 2012 from Ms. Lucinda Greenhalgh 4. dated May 3, 2012 from Ms. Chloe Greenhalgh, Dragon Boat Canada. 5. dated May 3, 2012 from Dr. Edmond Kelly, 41 Riverview Gardens, Toronto. 6. dated May 3, 2012 from Mr. Bill Whitbread, 34 Minton Place, Toronto. 7. dated May 3, 2012 from Mr. Chris Smith, 239 Wolverleigh Boulevard, Toronto. 8. dated May 4, 2012 from Mr. Michael Fisher, Toronto. 9. dated May 4, 2012 from Ms. Sara Grosbein, 62 Cobden Street, Toronto dated May 4, 2012 from Ms. Nancy Solway, Toronto dated May 4, 2012 from Mr. Mark McKay dated May 4, 2012 from Mr. Stewart Sevenson dated May 4, 2012 from Ms. Rosemary Pauer, Bramalea dated May 5, 2012 from Ms. Cynthia Crawford dated May 5, 2012 from Ms. Caroline Ziegler, 141 Langford Avenue, Toronto dated May 5, 2012 from Mr. Michael Budd, Toronto dated May 6, 2012 from Ms. Ellen Manney dated May 6, 2012 from Mr. Chris Horne, 80 Mill Street, Toronto. 19. Letter dated May 7, 2012 from Mr. Bruce Crofts, Toronto dated May 7, 2012 from Ms. Jennifer Houston dated May 7, 2012 from Ms. Heather Allan dated May 8, 2012 from Mr. Paul Barrett dated May 9, 2012 from Ms. Doreen Cross, 5 Marine Parade Drive, Etobicoke dated May 10, 2012 from Ms. Sylvia Morris dated May 14, 2012 from Mr. Shiu Ling Lai. Correspondence in regard to Request for Disposal of TRCA-owned land was received from the following, providing comments on the proposed application, but without stating whether they supported or objected to the sale of the subject parcel of land dated May 6, 2012 from Mr. Greg MacKay, Toronto. dated May 7, 2012 from Mr. Aizick Grimman. 53

54 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX8.2 RE: THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM Conveyance of Land for Proposed Parking Lot Expansion Project and Maintenance of Plantings and Landscaping at the Durham Region Water Supply Plant in the Town of Ajax, Lake Ontario Waterfront CFN KEY ISSUE Receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham for conveyance of land for the proposed parking lot expansion project and maintenance of plantings and landscaping at the Durham Region Water Supply Plant in the Town of Ajax on the Lake Ontario Shoreline. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is in receipt of a request from the Regional Municipality of Durham to convey certain lands for the proposed expansion of the existing parking lot and continued maintenance of plantings and landscaping at the Ajax Water Supply Plant, on the south side of Lake Driveway, east of Harwood Avenue South, on the Lake Ontario Shoreline in the Town of Ajax; AND WHEREAS it is in the opinion of TRCA that it is in the best interest of TRCA in furthering its objectives, as set out in Section 20 of the Conservation Authorities Act, to cooperate with the Regional Municipality of Durham in this instance; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT a parcel of TRCA-owned land containing hectares ( acres), more or less, required for the proposed parking lot expansion project and maintenance of plantings and landscaping, said land being Part Lot 8 Range 2 Concession BFC being Part of PIN (LT), Town of Ajax, Regional Municipality of Durham, designated as Part 1 on Plan 40R-27068, be conveyed to the Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT consideration be the nominal sum of $2.00, plus all legal, survey and other costs to be paid by the Regional Municipality of Durham; THAT all TRCA lands disturbed by the construction of the proposed expansion of the existing parking lot of the Ajax Water Supply Plant, if applicable, be revegetated/rehabilitated to the satisfaction of TRCA staff; THAT an archaeological investigation be completed, with any mitigative measures being carried out to the satisfaction of TRCA staff, at the expense of the Regional Municipality of Durham; 54

55 THAT the Regional Municipality of Durham is to fully indemnify TRCA from any and all claims from injuries, damages or costs of any nature resulting in any way, either directly or indirectly, from this sale or the carrying out of construction; THAT said conveyance be subject to approval of the Minister of Natural Resources, if required, in accordance with Section 21(2) of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter C.27, as amended; AND FURTHER THAT the authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and execution of documents. BACKGROUND The subject lands form part of a larger acreage described as Parts 1 and 2 on registered Plan WR-385, acquired by TRCA from the Town of Ajax on July 22, 1975 for nominal consideration of $2.00. The subject lands are also under management agreement with the Town of Ajax. The Regional Municipality of Durham has conveyed lands to TRCA over the years for nominal consideration of $2.00 and has requested that the subject TRCA-owned lands abutting the Ajax Water Supply Plant be conveyed for the nominal consideration of $2.00. The southern portion of the subject property is requested by Durham Region for a proposed parking lot expansion for the Ajax Water Supply Plant. The project is presently being reviewed by the Town of Ajax through the site plan control process and TRCA planning staff has provided comments ensuring that the project complies with TRCA requirements. The project is designed to include an extra paved parking area to accommodate approximately 16 parking spaces with artificial lighting and a snow storage area as well as a naturalized buffer area with bioswale to the east and south of the proposed paved area. The northern portion of the subject property is requested for continued maintenance of a landscaped and vegetated area which is between the water supply plant and a recreational trail and green space to the east. Staff of the Town of Ajax advises that Durham Region currently maintains the landscaped and vegetated area. Staff of the Town of Ajax concurs with the land transfer of the subject lands. A plan illustrating the fee simple conveyance location is attached. Plantings: The proposed project area around the parking lot will be planted with native trees and shrubs. 55

56 FINANCIAL DETAILS The Regional Municipality of Durham has agreed to assume all legal, survey and other costs involved in completing this transaction. Report prepared by: Dan O'Donohue, extension For Information contact: Dan O'Donohue, extension 5767; Mike Fenning, extension s: Date: May 02, 2012 Attachments: 1 56

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58 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX8.3 RE: GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Highland Creek Watershed Toronto District School Board CFN KEY ISSUE Purchase of property located on the west side of Bennett Road, south of Lawrence Avenue (south end of 60 Bennett Road), City of Toronto - Scarborough Community Council Area, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for ", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Highland Creek watershed. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT 0.43 hectares (1.05 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lot 7, Concession D and designated as Parts 5 and 6 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared by Lloyd & Purcell Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No , City of Toronto - Scarborough Community Council Area, located on the west side of Bennett Road, south of Lawrence Avenue (south end of 60 Bennett Road), be purchased from the Toronto District School Board; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and execution of documents. RATIONALE The subject property falls within TRCA's approved master plan for acquisition for the Highland Creek watershed as outlined in the approved Greenlands Acquisition Project for Through the review of Consent Application B048/11SC to sever the southern portion of the William G. Miller Public School property for residential development, TRCA staff established the limits of the open space lands (i.e. Parts 5 and 6 on Draft Plan of Survey) which are comprised of the Regulated Area and a portion of the valley corridor of a tributary of the Highland Creek at this location. 58

59 TRCA does not presently own any adjoining property east or west of the open space parcels to be acquired; however, there is direct access to the subject lands from Bennett Road. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE It is proposed that the lands be turned over to the City of Toronto for management. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for the costs related to this purchase are available in the TRCA land acquisition capital account. Report prepared by: George Leja, extension s: For Information contact: George Leja, extension 5342, Mike Fenning, extension s: Date: May 11, 2012 Attachments: 1 59

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61 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX8.4 RE: GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek Watershed City of Toronto Onni Group CFN KEY ISSUE Acquisition of property located at the corner of Park Lawn Road and Lakeshore Boulevard West in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), under the 'Greenlands Acquisition Project for ', Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Mimico Creek watershed. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT hectares (0.526 acres), more or less, of vacant land, being Part of Lot 7 and Part of The Street (closed by By-Law 7415, Instrument No. ET75216) on Registered Plan 83, designated as Part 11 on Plan 66R-25844, City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), be purchased from Onni Group; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the land free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT the firm of Gardiner Roberts LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take whatever action may be required to give effect thereto, including the obtaining of necessary approvals and the signing and execution of any documents. BACKGROUND Resolution #A94/10 at Authority Meeting #5/10, held on June 25, 2010, approved the Greenlands Acquisition Project for A condition of site plan agreement is to transfer the valleylands to TRCA. Negotiations have been conducted with Mr. Marc Nufrio from Onni Group. 61

62 Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. RATIONALE The subject property falls within TRCA s approved master plan for acquisition for the Mimico Creek watershed as outlined in the approved Greenlands Acquisition Project for Through the review of site plan for a proposed residential development of this site, TRCA staff established the limits of the open space lands (i.e. Part 11 on Plan 66R-25844) which is comprised of the valleylands. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE It is proposed that the lands be turned over to the City of Toronto for management. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for the costs related to this purchase are available in the TRCA land acquisition capital account. Report prepared by: Edlyn Wong, extension s: ewong@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Edlyn Wong, extension 5711, Mike Fenning, extension s: ewong@trca.on.ca, mfenning@trca.on.ca Date: May 14, 2012 Attachments: 1 62

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64 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX8.5 RE: GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River Watershed Boca East Investments Ltd. CFN KEY ISSUE Purchase of property located west of Huntington Road, south of Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for ", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Humber River watershed. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT 3.92 hectares (9.69 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Lots 13 and 14, Concession 10 and designated as Part 6 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared by Holding Jones Vanderveen Inc., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No MPLAN2, dated February 14, 2012, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, located west of Huntington Road, south of Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan, be purchased from Boca East Investments Ltd.; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and execution of documents. BACKGROUND Resolution #A94/10 at Authority Meeting #5/10, held on June 25, 2010, approved the Greenlands Acquisition Project for Negotiations have been conducted with Ms. Rowena Cheng, Law Clerk, of Bratty and Partners LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, who acts as agent on behalf of the owner. Attached is a plan showing the location of the subject lands. 64

65 RATIONALE The subject property falls within TRCA's approved master plan for acquisition for the Humber River watershed as outlined in the approved Greenlands Acquisition Project for Through the review of subdivision 19T-06V13 for commercial development, TRCA staff established the limits of the open space land (i.e. Part 6 on Draft Plan of Survey) which is comprised of the Regional Storm flood plain and Regulated Area of a tributary of the Rainbow Creek at this location. Access to the subject lands will be achieved directly from the internal road system of the subdivision. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE Based on TRCA's preliminary review of the environmental criteria for lands that are eligible to receive a property tax exemption under the provincial Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program, it would appear that all of the subject property would be eligible for exemption for the 2013 taxation year. The addition of the subject parcel of land will not significantly impact TRCA's maintenance costs at this location. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for the costs related to this purchase are available in the TRCA land acquisition capital account. Report prepared by: George Leja, extension s: gleja@trca.on.ca For Information contact: George Leja, extension 5342, Mike Fenning, extension s: gleja@trca.on.ca, mfenning@trca.on.ca Date: May 15, 2012 Attachments: 1 65

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67 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX8.6 RE: GREENLANDS ACQUISITION PROJECT FOR Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River Watershed Toronto Catholic District School Board CFN KEY ISSUE Purchase of property located north of Highway 401, west of Yonge Street (rear of 1 Bothom Road), City of Toronto - North York Community Council Area, under the "Greenlands Acquisition Project for ", Flood Plain and Conservation Component, Don River watershed. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT 2.94 hectares (7.25 acres), more or less, of vacant land being Part of Block X, Registered Plan M-489 and Part of Lot 13, Concession 1 WYS and designated as Parts 1 and 3 on a Draft Plan of Survey prepared by MMM Geomatics Ontario Ltd., Ontario Land Surveyors, under their Job No , Drawing No , City of Toronto - North York Community Council Area, located north of Highway 401, west of Yonge Street (rear of 1 Bothom Road, be purchased from the Toronto Catholic District School Board; THAT the purchase price be $2.00; THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) receive conveyance of the lands free from encumbrance, subject to existing service easements; THAT Gardiner Roberts LLP, be instructed to complete the transaction at the earliest possible date. All reasonable expenses incurred incidental to the closing for land transfer tax, legal costs, and disbursements are to be paid; AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the necessary action to finalize the transaction including obtaining needed approvals and signing and execution of documents. RATIONALE The subject property falls within TRCA's approved master plan for acquisition for the Don River watershed as outlined in the approved Greenlands Acquisition Project for Through the review of Site Plan Control Application NNY 23 SA for the construction of a new Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) elementary school, TRCA staff established the limits of the open space lands (i.e. Parts 1 and 3 on Draft Plan of Survey) which are comprised of a portion of the valley corridor, the Regional Storm flood plain and Regulated Area of the West Don River at this location. 67

68 As part of the conveyance, a permanent access easement is being granted to TRCA by the TCDSB through the new parking lot (i.e. Part 2 on Draft Plan of Survey) for future maintenance of the subject lands. TAXES AND MAINTENANCE It is proposed that the lands be turned over to the City of Toronto for management. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds for the costs related to this purchase are available in the TRCA land acquisition capital account. Report prepared by: George Leja, extension s: gleja@trca.on.ca For Information contact: George Leja, extension 5342, Mike Fenning, extension s: gleja@trca.on.ca, mfenning@trca.on.ca Date: May 16, 2012 Attachments: 1 68

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70 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Brian Denney, Chief Administrative Officer Item EX8.7 RE: APPOINTMENT OF AUTHORIZED SIGNING OFFICERS KEY ISSUE Recommends changes to the designation of authorized signing officers. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT for purposes of banking and financial services, documents relating to sale and disposal of interests in property and other significant documents as may be determined by the Chief Administrative Officer, the following be designated as authorized signing officers: Any one of the Chair or Vice Chair, together with any one of the Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer or Manager, Chair and CAO's Office; THAT for purposes of all other agreements, contracts and legally binding documents, the following be designated as authorized signing officers: Any one of the Chief Administrative Officer, Chief Financial Officer or Manager, Chair and CAO's Office; AND FURTHER THAT authorized staff be directed to take the necessary action to implement the designation of authorized signing officers including obtaining any needed approvals and the signing and execution of documents. BACKGROUND The pending retirement of the Director, Finance and Business Services, requires that the existing protocol for authorized signing officers be reviewed and updated. At the present time, for purposes of banking services, documents relating to sale and disposal of interests in real property and significant contracts and agreements, two signatures are required as follows: Any one of the Chair or Vice Chair and any one of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) or Director, Finance and Business Services. For all other documents, the authorized signing officers are either the CAO or Director, Finance and Business Services. 70

71 RATIONALE Given the growth in size and complexity of TRCA business transactions requiring a single "Authorized Signing Officer" signature, staff recommend the addition of a third designate. This will enable staff to expedite approvals as sometimes having only two signatories limits availability. The internal control process for review of contracts, agreements and other legal documents has several parts: preparation by the section/staff requiring the document; review by Finance and Business Services staff for form and legal clarity; review by Finance staff for financial implications; review by the CAO's Office to ensure compliance with TRCA policy and procedures. Accordingly, having the CAO, Chief Financial Officer and the Manager, Chair and CAO's Office as designated signing officers ensures appropriate oversight consistent with their existing duties and responsibilities. No change is proposed with respect to the documents requiring two signatures but the second signature can now be one of three officers not just two. Staff has been advised by TRCA's legal advisers that authorized signing officer protocol is valid. However, the existing regulation governing TRCA procedures needs to be clarified to make it consistent with the practice of TRCA. Staff is investigating how to do this and will make the necessary applications to the Minister of Natural Resources. Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, s: jdillane@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Jim Dillane, s: jdillane@trca.on.ca Date: May 18,

72 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Adele Freeman, Director, Watershed Management Item EX8.8 RE: DISTRICT ENERGY Development of Provincial Policies KEY ISSUE Approval of a joint submission to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing with the Canadian District Energy Association in regard to development of provincial policies related to district energy for inclusion in the Provincial Policy Statement. RECOMMENDATION THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS THAT WHEREAS the Province of Ontario is currently reviewing the Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), 2005; AND WHEREAS Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), through its Sustainable Communities objective, has been working with industry associations, and local and regional municipalities to identify and address barriers to district energy; AND WHEREAS TRCA and Canadian District Energy Association were asked by the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to provide an example of changes to the Provincial Policy Statement that would support district energy; THEREFORE LET IT BE RESOLVED THAT the staff report with draft policies, definitions and amendments to the Provincial Policy Statement, developed in collaboration with the Canadian District Energy Association (CDEA), Canada Green Building Council Greater Toronto Chapter (CaGBC GTA) and Quality Urban Energy Systems of Tomorrow (QUEST) Ontario, for submission to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, in response to the Ministers request, be endorsed. AND FURTHER THAT the report be circulated to municipalities and organizations in Ontario for their consideration and endorsement. BACKGROUND District energy (DE) is an old concept going back as far as the Roman empire but has only been present in the Province of Ontario for the past 100 years. In fact there are several good systems in the GTA including the EnWave Deep Lake Cooling System and Markham District Energy. However, DE is by no means pervasive across the Province. DE refers to systems that generate and distribute thermal energy (heating and/or cooling) at a community scale. The infrastructure includes a localized centre where energy is generated, and a network of buried insulated pipes (the thermal grid) that distribute that energy to buildings within a defined geographic area. The medium for transmitting the thermal energy along the thermal grid is either steam (for legacy DE systems) or water for modern DE systems. 72

73 A variety of input fuels can be used to create the thermal energy transmitted in the DE grid, including biomass, biogas and other forms of renewable energy, natural gas and cool water from adjacent water sources (e.g. Enwave's cold water from deep in Lake Ontario). Natural gas is the most commonly used fuel source to generate hot water or steam in Canadian DE systems. Due to their community-scale, DE systems are more adaptable over time than traditional energy delivery systems, as alternative fuels can be substituted to generate the thermal energy. DE systems can also integrate the output of distributed generation plants, as the pipeline grid can be used as a "thermal collection system" for the output of plants along the DE system. Examples of heat sources that could provide heat along the DE system include solar thermal, industrial or commercial waste heat and electricity plants. In this way DE infrastructure increases efficiency and effectiveness by allowing the integration of distributed renewable sources of energy, and managing surplus heat across applications and sectors and converting "waste heat" to usable energy. DE systems are akin to other linear municipal infrastructure, such as water, roads and sidewalks. Ideally they are factored into community land use plans and designs at the initial phases of development. Currently, one of the core challenges associated with DE is that, as a non-conventional approach to community energy delivery systems, it requires both education of key stakeholders and high levels of cooperation among developers, utilities and municipalities. Absent of any legislative imperative or enabling framework for DE systems to be considered in community planning, developments tend to revert to conventional system approaches, thus eliminating the opportunity to realize the benefits of building DE infrastructure for decades to come. Further, like other essential infrastructure, DE thermal grid investment is capital intensive with up-front capital expenditures yielding benefits over time as communities grow and thermal energy demand yields returns on investment. For the past nearly two years TRCA staff has been working with the Canadian District Energy Association to help raise awareness of the benefits of DE and to gain an understanding of the issues preventing DE from becoming a more common part of municipal infrastructure in urban centres. The results of those consultations indicated that many municipalities in the GTA and beyond are interested in DE or are looking for mechanisms to help them implement DE systems. In February 2012 TRCA staff accompanied the CDEA to a meeting with the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH). In that meeting the Minister expressed interest in DE and asked how MMAH could assist. Both TRCA and CDEA suggested that MMAH could provide additional policy support through the Provincial Policy Statement, to municipalities wishing to develop DE systems. The Minister invited TRCA and CDEA to provide her with an example of what this policy support would look like. 73

74 In order to respond to the Minister's request, TRCA and CDEA, in collaboration with CaGBC GTA Chapter and QUEST Ontario, retained a consultant and undertook a process of consultation to develop input to the Provincial Policy Statement in support of district energy. The consultation included a wide variety of municipalities and industry experts. The consultant developed background materials in consultation with the project team and facilitated two working sessions, an in person half-day workshop and a two hour web meeting. Participants in these sessions provided a combination of verbal and written feedback, which the consultant used to craft a report and set of recommendations. The specific recommendations are outlined in Attachment 1 and printed copies of the full submission will be available at the meeting. RATIONALE The Province has taken significant steps to secure a more sustainable and reliable energy future for Ontarians. However, our consultant's analysis of provincial policies and regulations revealed that efforts to date have been largely focused on matters related to electricity, and silent on matters related to thermal energy policy. Considering that thermal energy accounts for over 70% of community energy needs, this emerges as a significant gap in provincial policy. More specifically, district/community/thermal energy has the potential to play a significant role in meeting the thermal energy needs of urban communities in a more efficient way, and the Provincial Policy Statement should reinforce that potential. Several Ontario municipalities are already working to identify planning mechanisms to ensure that thermal grids with small combined heat and power (CHP), will be built to meet community growth requirements in the most cost and time efficient manner. While some municipalities have already succeeded in building District Energy systems (e.g. Hamilton and Markham) and are now looking to expand the use of this infrastructure, many more are in the initial stages of exploring this infrastructure strategy. Putting community-based thermal energy networks clearly on the development radar through PPS policies will reinforce the validity of local efforts to improve energy efficiency through official plan policies and sustainable guidelines, and help support the efficient and coordinated provision of cleaner energy in suitable communities across Ontario. DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE Time is of the essence as revisions to the PPS are expected to be finalized shortly. As such, following Executive Committee approval, staff will submit the recommendations to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing in advance of ratification by the Authority. In the event that the Authority does not ratify the recommendation or makes changes to it, staff will recall the recommendations from the Minister's Office. In addition, following Executive Committee approval staff will: work with project partners to circulate the recommendations to relevant municipalities and organizations for their endorsement; compile the endorsements and submit them, along with the final report and recommendations to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. 74

75 FINANCIAL DETAILS Staff retained the Planning Partnership to undertake this project for $8, plus HST. The project was paid for through the Community Transformation Program capital budget. Report prepared by: Bernie McIntyre, extension s: For Information contact: Bernie McIntyre, extension s: Date: May 10, 2012 Attachments: 1 75

76 Attachment 1 Proposed New Policies & Definitions The purpose of these proposed new policies is to enable municipalities to pursue the implementation of District Energy, and to ensure that this infrastructure strategy is considered throughout the planning process. We recommend these policies be incorporated within Section 1.6 Infrastructure and Public Service Facilities District Energy A land use pattern, density and mix of uses should be promoted that maximize the long-term security and flexibility of the energy supply and support the development of viable choices and plans for community-based District Energy Planning authorities shall establish policies to ensure new development is compatible with thermal energy networks, where the use of such networks is feasible The consideration of community-based thermal energy strategies shall be integrated at all stages of the planning process. We recommend these definitions be incorporated within Section XXXX. The purpose of these new definitions is to ensure that District Energy and cogeneration are clearly understood, and that the profile of these infrastructure strategies is elevated throughout the planning process. District Energy: means systems that generate and distribute thermal energy (heating and/or cooling) at a community scale. The infrastructure includes a localized centre where the thermal energy is generated, and a network of buried insulated pipes (the thermal grid) that distribute that energy to buildings within a defined geographic area. The medium for transmitting the thermal energy along the thermal grid is either steam (for legacy systems), or water (for modern systems). The thermal grid enables the application of heat recovery strategies (such as combined heat and power, waste heat capture), community-scale thermal storage, and the use of alternative and renewable fuel sources. Combined heat and power (CHP or cogeneration): means a process that simultaneously produces electricity and useful heat. This process works by recovering waste heat from electricity generation, and distributing that heat through the thermal grid. Proposed Amendments Policies The purpose of the proposed policy amendments is to elevate the profile of District Energy throughout the planning process. Italics indicates new text and line through indicates deletion. 76

77 Definitions 1.7 LONG-TERM ECONOMIC PROSPERITY (h) providing opportunities for increased energy generation, supply and conservation, including alternative energy systems, and renewable energy systems, and District Energy systems. 1.8 ENERGY AND AIR QUALITY e) promote infrastructure, design and orientation which maximize the use of alternative or renewable energy, such as solar, and wind and district energy, and the mitigating effects of vegetation Increased energy supply should be promoted by providing opportunities for energy generation facilities to accommodate current and projected needs, and the use of renewable energy systems, and alternative energy systems, and District Energy systems, where feasible Alternative energy systems, and renewable energy systems, and District Energy systems shall be permitted in settlement areas, rural areas and prime agricultural areas in accordance with provincial and federal requirements. In rural areas and prime agricultural areas, these systems should be designed and constructed to minimize impacts on agricultural operations. The purpose of these proposed amendments to Section 6.0 of the PPS is to ensure that references to energy specify both thermal and electric energy, and to ensure that District Energy is recognized as an alternative energy system and as infrastructure. Alternative energy systems: means sources of energy, or energy conversion processes, energy recovery strategies, or energy distribution networks that significantly reduce the amount of harmful emissions to the environment (air, earth and water) when compared to conventional energy systems. Alternative energy systems include, but are not limited to, District Energy and combined heat and power (also known as cogeneration). Infrastructure: means physical structures (facilities and corridors) that form the foundation for development. Infrastructure includes: sewage and water systems,; septage [sic] treatment systems,; waste management systems,; electrical and thermal energy power generation, and transmission, and distribution; communications/telecommunications,; transit and transportation facilities,; oil and gas pipelines gaseous and liquid fuel distribution; and associated facilities. Renewable energy systems: means the production of electrical or thermal energy power from an energy source that is renewed by natural processes including, but not limited to, wind, water, a biomass resource or product, or solar and geothermal energy. 77

78 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Adele Freeman, Director, Watershed Management Item EX9.1 RE: CANADA GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL GREATER TORONTO CHAPTER Continuation of Partnership Agreement KEY ISSUE Approval to continue existing partnership agreement with the Greater Toronto Chapter of the Canada Green Building Council. RECOMMENDATION THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) execute the 2012 work plan agreement with the Greater Toronto Chapter of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) to December 31, 2012; THAT TRCA continue to work with the Greater Toronto Chapter to deliver the initiatives in accordance with the signed Memorandum of Understanding with the Canada Green Building Council; AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary to implement the agreement. BACKGROUND As a founding partner of the CaGBC, TRCA has worked closely with the CaGBC on several initiatives since the Council was first established in The Council's mission is to "lead and accelerate the transformation to high-performing, healthy green buildings, homes and communities throughout Canada." TRCA has provided ongoing support in their work towards this mission, which is well-aligned with TRCA's vision for The Living City. The Authority first formalized this relationship by approving the establishment of a Memorandum of Understanding between TRCA and CaGBC. By entering into the MOU, TRCA agreed to work in partnership with the CaGBC on various initiatives focused on increasing the uptake of green building practices and promoting sustainable community development in the GTA. At Authority Meeting #3/10, held on April 30, 2010, Resolution #A54/10 was approved as follows: THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Canada Green Building Council. 78

79 The purpose of the MOU was to formalize the working relationship between the two organizations and to establish priorities. Among the many roles and responsibilities outlined in the MOU, was the condition for TRCA to support and advocate for local funding opportunities and to work closely with the Greater Toronto Chapter (GTC). In 2010 and 2011, TRCA and GTC developed and executed annual work plan agreements which identified key activities and initiatives to be completed in each calendar year. At Executive Meeting #7/11, held on August 5, 2011, approval was granted for TRCA to carry-out the annual work plan agreement with the GTC. Resolution #B119/11 was approved as follows: THAT Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) continue its existing agreement with the Greater Toronto Chapter of the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) to December 31, 2011; THAT TRCA continue to work with the Greater Toronto Chapter to deliver the initiatives in accordance with the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC); AND FURTHER THAT authorized TRCA officials be directed to take the action necessary to implement the agreement. RATIONALE TRCA and the GTC have developed a work plan agreement for The following is a list of initiatives that will be completed as part of this agreement. Funding provided by TRCA will support the successful delivery of these initiatives. 1. Municipal Engagement and Knowledge Sharing a) Municipal Leaders Forum Ontario Green Policy Hub The Municipal Leaders Forum brings together municipal leaders in the southern Ontario region to share knowledge on green building policy and practice issues at the municipal level. With the support of TRCA and Ontario Power Authority, the Municipal Leaders Forum has created the Ontario Green Policy Hub (OGPH), an online searchable resource of the most innovative and best policy practices implemented to promote and develop sustainable built environments by Ontario municipalities. The OGPH will be hosted on the GTC website and launched in spring This year s funding will be put toward the incorporation of the OGPH onto the GTC website, as well as its ongoing operation and maintenance. When municipalities submit their policies and case studies to the website, they will need to be audited and approved by an administrator (likely GTC staff). This may also include putting the content in the correct format, or contacting the municipality to clarify or verify information. In addition, standard web updates will be needed to add capacity and structure as the site and database grows. 79

80 2. Strengthening the Green Building Network a) Chapter Membership Engagement, Education and Growth The GTC s principal goal is to serve the needs of its members and supporting organizations. In meeting this goal, the GTC strives to deliver value in a variety of formats that include Chapter events, non-workshop educational events and free public education sessions. TRCA funding will go toward the creation, coordination, marketing and delivery of the following events, including content development and market research for educational events: Minimum three GTC events whose focus is on networking amongst the green building community. Events may include: Spring: celebration of green buildings and launch of Green Doors Open and Thank You Campaign (see below); Summer: CaGBC post-conference BBQ - Uniting the Greater Toronto Community; Fall: Chapter Gala. Monthly Lunch and LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) sessions, which are public information sessions on LEED professional training. Minimum three market-specific educational events (non-workshops), for example, Ontario Building Code 2012, Building-Integrated Photovoltaic Systems. b) Green Doors Open Green Doors Open is an initiative to incorporate green buildings into Ontario s Doors Open events. Started and run by the Clean Air Partnership (CAP) in 2008 and 2009, the initiative was dropped for 2010 and 2011 due to a lack of resources. In late 2011, the GTC contacted CAP to reinvigorate the project for 2012 and substantially increase the network with GTC s database of over 1,300 Ontario green buildings. The goal with Green Doors Open is to promote awareness of green buildings in communities across Ontario and engage the public in the impact of green buildings in their communities and the benefits they provide. In collaboration with the GTC s Thank You Campaign (see below), an online interactive map and database of green building projects and partners will be developed to strengthen and grow the network of green buildings and green practices in Ontario. Funding from TRCA will support an outreach intern, staff time dedicated to the project, and the building of an online database to host these green buildings and green features. The driving purpose of this initiative is to: increase the inclusion of green buildings into Doors Open tours in communities throughout Ontario; promote awareness of green buildings in communities across Ontario; engage the public in the impact of green buildings in their communities and the benefits they provide: reduction in use of energy, water, greenhouse gas and air pollution emissions; support the goal of increasing the proportion of buildings in Ontario that integrate green energy, energy and water conservation actions, and other green features. 80

81 c) Thank You Campaign In order to strengthen the green building network, recognize individuals and organizations that have made a contribution to the sustainable built environment, and connect the GTC to organizations who are making a difference on-the-ground, the GTC has launched a Thank You Campaign. By sending out ed and printed Thank You cards, the GTC acknowledges individuals and companies for achieving their LEED credential or building green and welcomes them to both the CaGBC network and the GTC. It is anticipated that the GTC will achieve a number of objectives through the development and implementation of this campaign: opening of conversations between individuals and the Chapter on green mandates; increase brand identity; increase sponsor exposure. 3. Industry Magazine Supplements: Toronto Focus a) Toronto Focus In 2012, the GTC will produce the 3rd and 4th editions of their Toronto Focus supplement through SAB Magazine, the GTC's primary publication. In this initiative, we engage sponsors, members and community at large to produce a page supplement that includes green building features and success stories from Toronto and the surrounding region. This spring, we are implementing a 32-page spread that educates and engages readers about the impact green building has on our health and the community, not just the environment. Funding provided by TRCA will go to supporting staff and funding a part-time intern to manage the writing and coordination of content, sponsorship promotions, advertisements, web-compatibility and distribution. FINANCIAL DETAILS TRCA will provide financial support to the GTC in the form of a $45,000 grant. These funds are available in accounts and , provided by the City of Toronto and Region of Peel. Report prepared by: Patricia Lewis, s: plewis@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Glenn MacMillan, s: gmacmillan@trca.on.ca Date: May 8,

82 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Nick Saccone, Director, Restoration Services Item EX9.2 RE: 2012 LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES Extension of Contract KEY ISSUE Extension of contract No. RSD for items A and B for Laboratory Analytical Services. RECOMMENDATION THAT the contract for Items A and B from contract No. RSD for 2011 Laboratory Analytical Services be extended through the 2012 contract year to AGAT Laboratories at a cost not to exceed $75,730.00, plus HST. BACKGROUND The Restoration Services Division of Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) requires Laboratory Analytical Services in support of TRCA's initiatives for a comprehensive and integrated approach to environmental monitoring within the Toronto region. The necessity for Laboratory Analytical Services is in support of two major programs which are outlined below. Item A - Waterfront and Projects Environmental Monitoring Program Since 1975, TRCA has conducted an environmental monitoring program to describe biological, physical and chemical conditions in the vicinity of Lake Ontario waterfront parks, Restoration Services habitat and erosion control projects, in support of the Toronto and Region Remedial Action Plan, Aquatic Habitat Toronto and more recently the Lake Ontario Integrated Shoreline Study within Credit Valley Conservation Authority's jurisdictional waterfront. Various studies are being conducted to examine the sediment quality, water quality, sediment deposition rates, bottom substrate documentation and biomonitoring surveys using fresh water clams. Item B - Fill Quality Control and Site Decommissioning Programs The Lakefill Quality Control Program (LFQCP) requires laboratory services to analyze soil samples taken at various lakefilling sites across the waterfront. The analytical results are used to verify that soil generated from various fill sources meet the Ministry of Environment's lakefilling criteria. The Inland Fill Quality Control Program (IQCP) requires laboratory services to analyze soil samples taken at various landfilling sites located on TRCA-owned lands. The analytical results are used to verify that soil generated from various fill sources meet TRCA quality requirements. Laboratory services are also required to undertake soil characterization and soil remediation work on various TRCA-owned lands, as part of TRCA's site decommissioning and remediation programs. RATIONALE TRCA's 2011 Laboratory Analytical Services contract was awarded to AGAT Laboratories through a competitive process. 82

83 A clause in the 2011 contract states that: It is the intent that the duration of this Contract will extend over the period commencing on or about May 25, 2011 and expiring on May 25, Subject to terms, conditions and performance satisfactory to Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) staff, a provision whereby the successful bidder could request in writing a one year extension to the contract at a specific maximum percent increase or decrease to the unit prices bid. A letter dated April 24, 2012 was received by TRCA expressing the intent of AGAT to extend the 2011 Laboratory Analytical Services Contract, RSD for one year starting on or about May 24, 2012 with no increase in cost. The clear understanding and capability of AGAT to carry out all the required deliverables is evident within their past performance. Staff evaluated AGAT s performance using the following criteria: understanding of the assignment; work plan, project management and scope of service; proposed fee and resource allocation; completeness. As a result, staff recommends extending the contract for one year on a sole source as per Section of the TRCA's Purchasing Policy as follows: When the extension or reinstatement of an existing contract would prove most cost-effective or beneficial. The extension shall not exceed one year. Staff has been satisfied with their services and has no reservations with a continued contract. In addition, AGAT Laboratories has been the contract lab for both Items A and B since Based on review by TRCA Restoration Services staff it is recommended that the contract be extended to AGAT Laboratories at a cost not to exceed $75,730.00, plus HST. FINANCIAL DETAILS Funds to implement the Laboratory Analytical Services are provided by the City of Toronto and are available in the Toronto Waterfront Monitoring account In addition, Item B (Lake/Inland Fill Program) funding will be provided by private funding sources through the General Inland Fill Account Report prepared by: Rick Portiss, extension s: rportiss@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Rick Portiss, extension s: rportiss@trca.on.ca Date: May 17,

84 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services Item EX9.3 RE: GREATER TORONTO AREA AGRICULTURAL ACTION COMMITTEE Contracts for Executive Director and Project Coordinator KEY ISSUE Recommends an extension of contract for Executive Director and award of contract for project coordination services for the Greater Toronto Area Agriculture Action Committee. RECOMMENDATION THAT the employment contract for Janet Horner as Executive Director for the Greater Toronto Area Agricultural Action Committee (GTA AAC) be extended for two years; THAT Janet Horner be paid a daily rate of $ at a cost not to exceed $50, plus HST, plus allowances for travel at a rate of $0.42 per kilometre, and other reasonable disbursements to fulfill the needs of the GTA AAC from June 2012 to May 30, 2014; THAT a contract for provision of project coordination services for the GTA AAC be awarded to Mekmek Heavy Industries subject to the following terms and conditions: a) the required work shall be assigned to and be carried out by Mr. Hans Feldman; b) successful completion of a three month probation period commencing the first week of April, 2012; c) a term of two years following completion of the probation period; d) compensation at the rate of $1, per week plus HST, based on a work week of 24 to 30 hours; e) expenses to be paid in the amount of $ per month for home office and $ per month for communications f) approved vehicle expenses to be reimbursed at the rate of 42 cents per kilometre; AND FURTHER THAT authorized Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) officials be directed to take the necessary action to implement the contracts on behalf of GTA AAC, including obtaining any necessary approvals and the signing and execution of documents. BACKGROUND The GTA AAC is comprised of representatives from governments and organizations associated with agriculture, agri-food business and the local food system in the City of Toronto and the regions of Durham, Halton, Peel and York. Under the terms of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), TRCA provides administrative and financial services for the GTA AAC, including procurement of services as needed. The GTA AAC is not a legal entity and TRCA enters into contracts on behalf of GTA AAC. 84

85 The GTA AAC hired Janet Horner in 2009 to fulfill the role of Coordinator. At Executive Committee Meeting #3/09, held on May 8, 2009, Resolution #B49/09 was approved as follows: THAT Ms. Janet Horner be paid a daily rate of $450.00, at a cost not to exceed $85,000, plus applicable taxes, plus allowances for travel at a rate of $0.42 cents per kilometre, and other reasonable disbursements to fulfill the needs of the Greater Toronto Area Agricultural Action Committee (GTA AAC) from May 1, 2009 to April 30, The GTA AAC has been extremely satisfied with the leadership and progress Ms. Horner has brought to the project. As a result the GTA AAC board extended her contract for 2011 and Ms. Horner has been assigned the title of Executive Director to oversee the implementation of the recently completed Golden Horseshoe Agricultural and Agri-Food Strategy. The GTA AAC wishes to extend Ms. Horner's employment contract for an additional two years effective immediately. This would ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the work of the committee. The lengthy process of advertising, recruiting, interviewing and selecting, and then the time for a new candidate to transition into the position is not considered a reasonable option by the GTA AAC for an additional two years considering the history of the position to date. The contract for GTA AAC project and program coordination services was approved by the Greater Toronto Area Agricultural Committee to assist the Executive Director with the implementation of specific actions recommended in the Golden Horseshoe Agriculture and Agri-Food Strategy. The MOU between TRCA and GTA AAC requires that TRCA policies with respect to purchasing be followed. The decision to contract with Mekmek Heavy Industries to provide the services of Mr. Hans Feldman was made as a part of a non-competitive procurement process in accordance with Section of TRCA's Purchasing Policy as follows: The required goods and services are to be supplied by a particular vendor or supplier having special knowledge, skills, expertise, or experience that cannot be provided by any other suppliers More specifically, Mr. Feldman is an experienced strategic decision-maker, process planner and manager with extensive experience in policy development, communications and issues management related to agriculture, food and rural issues across different agencies and levels of government. He is a confident communicator skilled in explaining complex concepts and issues, experienced in team management, problem solving and networking with governments, agencies and stakeholders, and creative in designing meaningful options and advice for decision makers. He has held positions as Senior Policy Advisor for the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture (OMAFRA), Food and Rural Affairs, Advisor to the Minister of OMAFRA and Assistant Director of Policy for the Ontario Legislative Assembly. 85

86 FINANCIAL DETAILS Non-competitive contracts in excess of $50,000 and less than $200,000 require approval of the Executive Committee. The value of the two employment contracts for the two year period is not to exceed $150,000. Funds for this contract and other expenses related to the GTA AAC, are provided by the Province of Ontario, the Greenbelt Foundation and Canadian Agricultural Adaptation Program. TRCA holds the money in trust for the GTA AAC and manages the administrative and financial requirements of the GTA AAC through a memorandum of understanding. Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension s: jdillane@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension s: jdillane@trca.on.ca Date: May 22,

87 TO: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Item EX10.1 FROM: James W. Dillane, Director, Finance and Business Services RE: PARTICIPATING MUNICIPALITY FUNDING Changes to Municipal Funding Arrangements KEY ISSUE Reports on results of discussions with participating municipality finance staff on changes to municipal funding arrangements. RECOMMENDATION IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT the report dated May 18, 2012, on discussions with participating municipalities regarding funding arrangements be received. BACKGROUND At Authority Meeting #11/11, held on January 6, 2012, Resolution #A263/11 was approved as follows: THAT the new Participating Municipality Funding Arrangements Policy dated November 22, 2011 be approved as the basis for allocating the annual operating levy amongst Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's (TRCA) participating municipalities, for the 2012 fiscal year; AND FURTHER THAT staff be directed to proceed with further negotiations with the participating municipalities and report back in RATIONALE As directed, TRCA staff has met with finance staff from the regions of Peel, York and Durham and discussed the issues by phone and with staff of the City of Toronto, Town of Mono and Township of Adjala-Tosorontio. The items discussed included: 1. possible changes to the method of calculating the apportionment of the general levy using "governance" as opposed to current value assessment (CVA) for the operations and maintenance category; 2. opportunities to better categorize capital projects to distinguish tangible asset capital projects from other capital programs and special projects. Staff also discussed TRCA's proposed changes with staff of TRCA's neighbouring conservation authorities because of the need for consistency in municipal submissions. The discussions with regional staff were helpful and the consensus of opinion was that TRCA should not consider changing the existing apportionment based on modified current value assessment. The use of CVA is understood and widely accepted. Any change would require TRCA to submit recommendations to the respective regional councils. None of the regional staff were prepared to recommend such a change. 87

88 The use of modified CVA to apportion administrative costs as defined in the Conservation Authorities Act is required. The use of modified CVA for apportionment of maintenance and operation costs, the largest portion of the general levy, can be done by methods other than CVA if there is unanimous consent. TRCA staff do not believe that unanimous consent by the six participating municipal councils can be achieved. TRCA has included "non-cva levy" for purposes of operations and maintenance in its budget submissions since 2010 and specifically in 2012 as per direction of the Authority. None of the staff of the participating municipalities has advised that this is inappropriate and the general levy has been approved accordingly. This practice enables TRCA to accept additional general levy funding when individual participating municipalities have the financial capacity to make such funding available. Further, discussions with municipal finance staff indicate support for the effort to rationalize the categorization of capital project and program funding. The need for this change is also supported by TRCA's partner conservation authorities. Staff is continuing these discussions to achieve a common, clear and concise categorization of capital budgets. Report prepared by: Jim Dillane, extension 6292; Rocco Sgambelluri, extension s: jdillane@trca.on.ca; rsgambelluri@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Jim Dillane, extension 6292; Rocco Sgambelluri, extension 5232; s: jdillane@trca.on.ca; rsgambelluri@trca.on.ca Date: May 18,

89 TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #4/12, June 1, 2012 Carolyn Woodland, Director, Planning and Development Item EX11 RE: APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06 Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses KEY ISSUE Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06, written permission from the Authority is required for: a) straightening, changing, diverting or interfering in any way with the existing channel of a river, creek, stream or watercourse, or for changing or interfering in any way with a wetland; b) development, if in the opinion of the authority, the control of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches or pollution or the conservation of land may be affected by the development. A permit may be refused through a Hearing Process, if in the opinion of the Authority, the control of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches, pollution or the conservation of land is affected. RECOMMENDATION THAT permits be granted in accordance with Ontario Regulation 166/06 for the applications which are listed below: PERMIT APPLICATION EX11.1 IS A MAJOR APPLICATION Applications that involved a more complex suite of technical studies to demonstrate consistency with policies; applications that cover a significant geographic area (e.g. subdivisions, stormwater management ponds), extensive modifications to the landscape, major infrastructure projects, emergency works, resolution of violations/after the fact permits, trail construction CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.1 METRUS DEVELOPMENT INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 13, Concession 10, Block 64 - southwest of Huntington Road and Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Metrus Development Inc. The purpose is to conduct site grading and topsoil removal in order to facilitate the continued servicing and development of the Boca East industrial subdivision, in Planning Block 64, in the City of Vaughan. 89

90 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Grading Plan, Drawing No. GR-1, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, Revision No. 6 (revise dated April 2012), received by TRCA on April 24, 2012; Grading Plan, Drawing No. GR-2, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, Revision No. 6 (revise dated April 2012), received by TRCA on April 24, 2012; Grading Plan, Drawing No. GR-3, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, Revision No. 6 (revise dated April 2012), received by TRCA on April 24, 2012; Grading Plan, Drawing No. GR-4, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, Revision No. 6 (revise dated April 2012), received by TRCA on April 24, 2012; Grading Plan, Drawing No. GR-5, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, Revision No. 6 (revise dated April 2012), received by TRCA on April 24, 2012; Grading Plan, Drawing No. GR-6, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, Revision No. 6 (revise dated April 2012), received by TRCA on April 24, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The proposal is to conduct site grading and topsoil removal in order to allow the continued servicing and development of the Boca East industrial subdivision, in Planning Block 64, in the City of Vaughan. Planning Block 64 is bounded by Rutherford Road to the north, Highway 50 to the west, Langstaff Road to the south and to the east by Huntington Road. There is an approved Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) in place for Planning Block 64 (2005). During the MESP process, the limits of the Humber River valley corridor were identified and delineated. Since the approval of the Block 64 MESP, an associated draft plan of subdivision (19T-06V13) has been reviewed and been draft approved. The first of three phases of the industrial development has been registered. 90

91 Previously, TRCA staff issued a Permit No. C in 2008 for topsoil stripping works for the subject site. However, this permit expired in 2010 and as such, a new permit is required in order to continue the topsoil stripping and site grading/development works on the site. This permit application represents a continuation in the previously issued approval for the Boca East lands. The proposed works involve topsoil stripping including lands outside and within TRCA's Regulated Area for the Humber River. A comprehensive erosion and sediment control plan was previously submitted and implemented. This included the construction and erection of environmental fencing, swales, rock-check dams and mud mats along with sediment ponds. Once construction activities are completed, all disturbed areas are to be stabilized through seeding (using a temporary erosion control mix). Inspectors will be on site to ensure the continued effectiveness of erosion and sediment control measures. These inspections will be carried out after every rainfall event and at a minimum of once every week. Control of Flooding: The proposed grading works will take place on tableland and outside of the Regional Storm Flood Plain. As such, the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters will not be impacted. Pollution: Erosion and sediment control measures (as outlined above) are currently in place and will be maintained for the duration of the works. This will ensure that sediment does not enter the watercourse and adjacent valley corridor. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: Erosion will be minimized through the aforementioned sediment control measures. Conservation of Land: There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed works. Plantings Temporary seed mix will be used after the grading works are completed. Comprehensive and robust planting plans have been submitted and approved as part of associated approval for the restoration of the adjacent valleyland system (Permit No. C-09137). Plantings of the buffer and valley system will continue as the grading works proceed. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section Infrastructure and Servicing, of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0348/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Kevin Huang, extension 5307 For information contact: Kevin Huang, extension 5307 Date: May 17,

92 PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX EX11.8 ARE MAJOR APPLICATIONS - ERRATA Staff's recommendation for approval is based upon the review and acceptance of additional information from the applicant. The applicant has been informed that the information outstanding must be reviewed and accepted by staff prior to the Executive Committee Meeting. Staff will advise that this application be withdrawn from the Executive Committee Agenda should this information remain outstanding. CITY OF BRAMPTON EX11.2 CITY OF BRAMPTON To site grade on Lot 5, Concession 4, (150 Central Park Drive), in the City of Brampton, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by City of Brampton. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new parking lot and new entrance at the Brampton Civic Centre associated with a municipal building permit application. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new parking lot and new entrance at the Brampton Civic Centre associated with a municipal building permit application located at 150 Central Park Drive, in the City of Brampton. 92

93 The subject property is located in close proximity to the Bramalea City Centre. Currently, overflow parking is provided off-site at the Bramalea City Centre in support of the Brampton Civic Centre. The overflow parking is no longer a viable option as a result of the expansion to the Bramalea City Centre. Also, the overflow parking agreement has recently expired and illegal parking at Bramalea City Centre is heavily enforced. As such, there is an existing parking shortage for visitors to the Brampton Civic Centre. The parking lot works involve the decommissioning of an existing ice rink which will be converted into parking spaces. No changes to the surface type (i.e., asphalt surface) are proposed. In order to deal with stormwater, the works also involve the installation of a storm sewer and catch basin in the location of the existing ice rink, which will connect into the existing storm system. The proposed development involves a new entrance to the building from the proposed parking lot. The new entrance will serve as the main entry to the building. A small ramp for accessibility purposes from the exterior pavement to the interior floor level is also proposed. The works also involve the replacement of the main entry doors and the accessibility ramp to the west entrance to the building. The present ramp does not meet the City of Brampton's Accessibility standards. Based on TRCA's current floodplain mapping, the site is located within the Regional Storm Floodplain and depths of approximately 1 m in the area of the proposed parking lot are anticipated during a Regional Storm event. In regards to parking lots, this depth exceeds floodproofing requirements established by the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) and TRCA (i.e., Parking Lot Floodproofing Measures: Flood Depth and Velocity Criteria). However, the proposed works are located behind the existing Brampton Civic Centre building, which is within an ineffective flow area of the floodplain (i.e., it is not within the main flow path). As such, TRCA staff is currently undertaking a hydrology update for the Etobicoke Creek Watershed, as well as a two-dimensional hydraulic analysis to better understand the risks associated with this ineffective flow area. Upon completion of the studies, it is anticipated that calculated flood depths will be reduced. It is expected that the project will be completed in summer Understanding that the flood depths will likely descrease, the applicant is proposing to raise existing grades by 0.2 m, which will reduce flood depths during the Regional Storm event. Given that this area is within an ineffective flow area, it is the opinion of TRCA staff that the proposed works will not increase flood risks on-site and off-site as a result of construction and staff do not anticipate any adverse impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters. Also, a letter prepared by City of Brampton Fire and Emergency Services has been received indicating that City staff are aware that the subject site is located within the Regional Storm Floodplain and that access to the site may not be possible during a Regional Storm event. Control of Flooding: Although the proposed works are located within the Regional Storm Floodplain, TRCA staff do not anticipate any adverse impacts on-site and/or off-site and do not anticipate any impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters. 93

94 Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls will be installed and maintained throughout all phase of construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of construction. There are no fisheries related concerns associated with this project. Plantings As no significant vegetation will be removed, plantings are not required as a component of this application. Policy Guidelines: This application meets the intent of Section (C) - Minor Additions and Section (E) - Property Improvements and Ancillary Structures - of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP). CFN: Application #: 0160/12/BRAM Report Prepared by: Adam Miller, extension 5244 For information contact: Adam Miller, extension 5244 Date: May 18, 2012 EX11.3 LYNGATE DEVELOPMENTS To site grade on Lot 9, Concession 11, (Clarkway Drive and Castlemore Road), in the City of Brampton, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Lyngate Developments. The purpose is to undertake earthworks and servicing within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed associated with a proposed residential subdivision located between Clarkway Drive and Highway 50, south of Castlemore Road, in the City of Brampton. 94

95 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate earthworks and servicing associated with a proposed residential draft plan of subdivision (21T-06001B), located between Clarkway Drive and Highway 50, south of Castlemore Road, in the City of Brampton. The draft plan was approved by City of Brampton Council on January 5, 2011 and further amended November 28, A condition of draft approval is attaining a permit from TRCA. The subject property is traversed by Rainbow Creek, a tributary of the West Humber River. The total area of the property is 14.6 ha (36.5 acres) in size, which includes approximately 2.74 ha of valley land area. The subject property is located within the planning boundaries of the Bram East Area "F" Secondary Plan area, which was supported by a Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) reviewed and approved by TRCA staff. This application is considered to be Phase II of a two-staged development associated with this draft plan of subdivision application. A TRCA permit (Permit No. C ) was approved by the TRCA Executive Committee at the July 8, 2011, TRCA Executive Committee meeting to facilitate topsoil stripping and pre-grading associated with the tableland portion of the site. This application involves final earthworks and servicing in support of the proposed residential plan of subdivision. 95

96 Due to an existing undersized culvert under Highway 50, water flows associated with the Regional Storm event backup in the area and spill onto the subject lands. As such, a portion of the lands of this proposed subdivision are presently within the Regional Storm Floodplain. Through a recent Environmental Assessment (EA) for proposed works on this section of Highway 50, measures are being put in place to increase the capacity of the culverts under Highway 50, which will alleviate the flooding on the subject property. A TRCA permit (Permit No. C-10450) has been approved by the TRCA Executive Committee for the relief culverts. The Highway 50 relief culvert works are nearing completion. In the interim, the applicant has assessed the potential interim impacts of the proposed development, which will occur prior to the works associated with the relief culverts being complete. This assessment has concluded that the proposed works proposed under this permit application will not exacerbate flooding of the property. As such, TRCA staff do not anticipate any impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters as a result of construction. Once the culverts are in place and operational, the subject lands will be completely removed from the floodplain. A condition of draft approval is that restoration and enhancement planting plans be provided to the satisfaction of TRCA for all environmental buffer land areas adjacent to the valley corridor, and for the valley corridor areas within the subdivision. TRCA Restoration Services Section has identified preliminary Habitat Implementation Plan (HIP) opportunities for this reach of Rainbow Creek of the Humber River Watershed, which traverses the subject lands. This assessment outlines the preferred plan to achieve an ecological net gain with respect to this reach. The preliminary HIP opportunities include riparian improvements; wetland creation; and channel rehabilitation. Given this opportunity, TRCA staff has recently had discussions with the applicant to consider the potential for a one-time cash contribution to the HIP project. In order to fulfill the above noted condition of draft approval, the applicant is providing a one-time cash payment of $75, to TRCA Restoration Services so that TRCA can undertake the planning and design and the construction of restoration of the valley lands. This payment will be used to improve the form and function of the valley corridor beyond the restoration and enhancement recommendations approved in the Bram East Area "F" MESP. Please note that the issuance of the TRCA permit will not occur until payment is received from the applicant by TRCA. An erosion and sediment control plan has been provided in support of this application. The proposed erosion and sediment control scheme is consistent with the requirements and recommendations approved in the MESP report, as well as TRCA's erosion and sediment control guidelines. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are presently located within the Regional Storm Floodplain. However, this is an interim condition that will shortly be alleviated through the construction of relief culverts under Highway 50, and in the interim, the proposed works have been assessed and it is anticipated that the works will not adversely impact the existing storage and/or conveyance of flood waters or increase risk. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls will be installed and maintained throughout all phases of construction on the subject property. 96

97 Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns associated with this project. Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of construction. A significant cash contribution will be made so that TRCA Restoration Services can undertake the planning and design of all restoration of the valley lands. There are no fisheries related concerns associated with this application. Plantings All proposed plant species will be native and non-invasive consistent with TRCA's planting guidelines. Policy Guidelines: This application is consistent with Section New Urban Development - of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP). CFN: Application #: 0079/12/BRAM Report Prepared by: Adam Miller, extension 5244 For information contact: Adam Miller, extension 5244 Date: May 18, 2012 CITY OF MISSISSAUGA EX11.4 CITY OF MISSISSAUGA To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 12, Concession 3 Part 3 Plan 43R-29523, (7280 Dixie Road), in the City of Mississauga, Etobicoke Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by City of Mississauga. The purpose is to resolve an outstanding violation in order to restore a valley corridor within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed at 7280 Dixie Road, in the City of Mississauga associated with a municipal site plan application. 97

98 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application is to resolve an outstanding violation in order to restore a valley corridor within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed at 7280 Dixie Road, in the City of Mississauga associated with a municipal site plan application. The subject property is owned by the City of Mississauga and the adjacent property associated with the municipal site plan application contains a freight trucking operation and is located north of Derry Road and west of Dixie Road. The Etobicoke Creek flows south through the City's property before flowing east along the southern property boundary of the trucking operation. Historic, unauthorized grading works completed by the adjacent trucking operation occurred within the valley corridor on the City's property without the issuance or approval of a TRCA permit. The fill material was deposited within the Regional Floodplain associated with the Etobicoke Creek. The restoration of the valley corridor is to be completed by the adjacent landowner as a critical component of a site application to facilitate a gas bar on a portion of the adjacent property located outside of the valley corridor. A geotechnical report and engineering drawings have identified the depth and quantity of fill to be removed from the valley corridor in order to restore the valley and Regional Floodplain. A planting plan for the disturbed areas has been provided with this application. In addition, a post-construction engineering report and survey will be required to ensure that the valley corridor is restored to its a pre-fill condition. Although the historically placed fill has caused flooding, geotechnical, and ecology related concerns, this application will result in the remediation of those concerns and restore the valley corridor to TRCA's standards. 98

99 Fee and Permit Timing: As the works were completed prior to the issuance of a permit under Ontario Regulation 166/06, an additional administrative fee has been charged on this application. In addition, the time-frame for this permit has been adjusted to reflect that the works are to occur in the near future and allow a sufficient amount of time for enforcement compliance and post-construction surveys to be submitted to the satisfaction of TRCA staff. Control of Flooding: The fill material has been deposited in the Regional Floodplain. The removal and grading works will restore the Regional Floodplain to its previous condition. As such, the proposed works will not negatively affect the storage and conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment control methods are proposed on the subject property to ensure the site is properly stabilized prior to restoration works proceeding. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: No geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns are anticipated as a result of this application. Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of the proposed fill removal. In addition, there are no fisheries concerns with this application. Plantings All species are native, non-invasive in accordance with TRCA's guidelines. Additionally, there are no fisheries related concerns associated with these works. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is in conformity with Section New Urban Development, of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP). CFN: Application #: 0330/12/MISS Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324 Date: May 18,

100 CITY OF PICKERING EX11.5 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM To site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Brock Road between Whitevale Road and Taunton Road, in the City of Pickering, Duffins Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Regional Municipality of Durham. The purpose is to realign Urfe Creek to accommodate the future widening of Brock Road. The Redside Dace fisheries timing window will be applied unless otherwise specified by MNR and a Letter of Advice will be written by TRCA staff on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The Region of Durham has proposed the realignment of Urfe Creek to facilitate the future widening of Brock Road. The creek realignment has been designed with innovative features including natural channel design principle; a stone core wet meadow drainage outlet feature, and a series of stone core floodplain wetland features. The creek realignment also eliminates two existing crossings of Brock Road and achieves a significant setback between the widened road and the new creek location. The reach of Urfe Creek that is to be realigned is considered recovery habitat by the MNR. The proposed realignment incorporates design features which will provide a significant benefit to Redside Dace which is an endangered species. The realigned reach will add additional length to the creek and will incorporate deep pools and riffles. The banks of the creek will be heavily planted to provide shade which will not only benefit aquatic but terrestrial species as well. 100

101 Control of Flooding: No impacts to the control of flooding are anticipated. Pollution: Standard sediment and erosion controls, (double silt fence with straw bales, pea gravel cofferdam) will be in place for the duration of construction, and until the site is restored, to prevent construction generated sediment from entering the watercourse. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: The proposed stabilization works will alleviate erosion issues. Conservation of Land: With erosion and sedimentation plans in effect, the potential for a Harmful, Alteration, Disruption or Destruction (HADD) of fish habitat will be mitigated and a Letter of Advice will be written by TRCA staff on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). This application is subject to the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Redside Dace fisheries timing window (July 1 to September 15) unless otherwise specified in writing by MNR. Plantings All disturbed areas will be restored with 1086 native/non-invasive trees and shrubs, a wet meadow seed mix and riparian seed mix to achieve a net ecological gain. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 4.3, Infrastructure and Servicing, of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0515/10/PICK Report Prepared by: Ben Krul, extension 5769 For information contact: Ben Krul, extension 5769 Date: May 18, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.6 ENBRIDGE PIPELINES INC. To site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and interfere with a wetland within the Finch Avenue Hydro Corridor between Bayview Avenue and Leslie Street, north of Finch Avenue, in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed as located on property owned by Hydro-One. The purpose is to undertake emergency stabilization measures to protect an existing Enbridge Pipeline from a slope failure adjacent to the East Don River and a Provincially Significant Wetland. Works consist of the removal of slumped soils being supported by the exposed pipeline to relieve pressure on the structure. No in-water works are associated with the proposed. 101

102 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: On April 13, 2012 and April 14, 2012 Enbridge Pipelines undertook emergency measures to alleviate pressure on an exposed crude oil pipeline in the Finch Avenue Hydro Corridor within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed, north of Finch Avenue, east of Bayview Avenue. The exposure of the pipeline was a direct result of a slope failure upon which unstable soils were retained by the pipeline. The slope in question is located along the southern portion of the hydro right-of-way to the west of the East Don River, immediately adjacent to the East Don Valley Wetland Complex, a Provincially Significant Wetland. As a precautionary measure the pipeline was shutdown to minimize impacts in the event that a pipeline failure occurred. To alleviate the pressure caused by the slumped soils resting on the pipeline, an excavator was used to remove unstable soils. The excavator was located up slope of the failure and removed the majority of unstable soils above the pipeline. Salvaged soils were deposited in a temporary stockpile area located on stable ground within the hydro corridor. This stockpile area was outfitted with erosion and sediment controls. To prevent further erosion, surface water was directed around exposed soils and geotextile fabric was used to temporarily stabilize all exposed soils. Silt fence was also installed around the limits of construction. 102

103 To determine the cause of the slope failure and overall stability of the slope a geotechnical investigation was completed on Wednesday April 18, This study consisted of the drilling of three boreholes along the slope. The results of this investigation are being used to complete a detailed design for a permanent long term solution to address slope stability. Enbridge Pipelines is currently completing this design and has been in contact with TRCA's Restoration Services staff. TRCA will be included throughout the design process to ensure a long term stable solution that minimizes impacts to the adjacent natural features. In the interim, the existing slope and pipeline structure will be continually monitored for further erosion and stability issues. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are not anticipated to impact flooding, flood storage or the conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Erosion and sediment control measures (silt fence, geotextile fabric, water diversion measures) were installed prior to the commencement of works and will be maintained until the site is stabilized and restored. These measures have been implemented to prevent the release of sediment into the adjacent natural features. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: Works were completed to address an emergency situation caused by a slope failure and are not anticipated to increase the potential for further slope failures or erosion issues. As a temporary measure geotextile fabric has been placed on exposed soils to minimize erosion. Furthermore, surface water has been diverted around the exposed slope. The remedial action plan currently being developed for this area is anticipated to address the existing slope stability and erosion issues. Conservation of Land: No in-water works were associated with this project. Through the implementation of erosion and sediment control measures impacts to the adjacent natural features will be minimized. Plantings No vegetation removals were associated with this project. Upon the completion of the permanent solution all disturbed areas will be restored to pre-construction conditions or better. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 4.3, Infrastructure and Servicing, of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0261/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: May 18,

104 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.7 BERKLEY HOMES (KLEINBURG) INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Lot 24, 25, Concession 8, Regional Road 27, in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Berkley Homes (Kleinburg) Inc. The purpose is to conduct site grading and alter a watercourse in order to construct a stormwater management pond and associated outfall to service the development of the Berkley Homes (Kleinburg) Inc. residential subdivision, in the City of Vaughan. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The proposal is to conduct site grading and to alter a watercourse in order construct a stormwater management pond and associated outfall which will facilitate the development and servicing of the proposed Berkley Developments (Kleinburg) Inc., residential subdivision, in the City of Vaughan. The proposed work site is located near the northwest corner of Highway 27 and Nashville Road. The property is partially located within a Regulated Area including the Regional Storm Flood Plain of the Humber River. A tributary of the Humber River is located on the west and southeast sides of the property. 104

105 It is noted that there is an approved Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) for the subject site. The proposed pond and outfall locations are consistent with this approved MESP and fulfills a condition of the draft plan of subdivision approval. The pond will receive stormwater flows from the residential subdivision, which consists of 44 single family dwellings on a 6.03 ha (14.9 ac) site. Control of Flooding: The proposed pond is located outside of the Regional Storm Flood Plain and on the tableland portion of the property. TRCA technical staff are satisfied the works will not impact the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Erosion and sediment control measures will be implemented on the site prior to construction and maintained for the duration of the work. This includes the isolation of the work area with silt fencing. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: Erosion will be minimized through the implementation of the aforementioned sediment control measures and through a comprehensive planting plan for the pond and outfall areas. Conservation of Land: There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed works. Given the proximity of the works in relation to the watercourse, a Letter of Advice will be issued on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). Plantings A comprehensive planting plan has been submitted for the pond and outfall areas. This plan will be carried out in accordance with TRCA's Planting Guidelines. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section Infrastructure and Servicing, of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0139/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Kevin Huang, extension 5307 For information contact: Kevin Huang, extension 5307 Date: May 17,

106 EX11.8 NASHVILLE MAJOR DEVELOPMENTS INC./NASHVILLE DEVELOPMENTS INC./NASHVILLE DEVELOPMENTS (SOUTH) INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Part Lots 21-23, Concession 9, (North of Major Mackenzie Drive and east of Huntington Road), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed as located on the property owned by Nashville Major Developments Inc./Nashville Developments Inc./Nashville Developments (South) Inc. The purpose is to allow development and the alteration of a watercourse within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed to facilitate topsoil stripping and the installation of sediment and erosion control measures, including three temporary sediment control ponds, for a proposed draft plan of subdivision (19T-10V004) within Block 61 West, northeast of Major Mackenzie Drive and Huntington Road, in the City of Vaughan. The works also include the temporary diversion of approximately 1200 metres of Tributary 'A' and the rough cut of the final Tributary 'A' corridor adjacent to the temporary diversion channel. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose is to allow development and the alteration of a watercourse within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed to facilitate topsoil stripping and the installation of sediment and erosion control measures, including three temporary sediment control ponds, for a proposed draft plan of subdivision (19T-10V004) within Block 61 West in the City of Vaughan. The works also include the temporary diversion of approximately 1200 metres of Tributary 'A' and the rough cut of the final Tributary 'A' corridor adjacent to the temporary diversion channel. 106

107 The proposed Nashville Major Developments Inc./Nashville Developments Inc./Nashville Developments (South) Inc. draft plan of subdivision is situated northeast of Major Mackenzie Drive and Huntington Road in the City of Vaughan. There are three watercourses in the area of the proposed development: one which traverses the central portion of the site (Tributary 'A'), a second in the southwest corner of the property (Tributary 'B'), and a third in the northeast corner of the site (Tributary 'C'). This permit will facilitate topsoil stripping for all phases of development; however, the applicants have only submitted plans for Phase 1 at this time. Phase 1 generally includes all lands south of the Trans Canada Pipeline, which traverses the central portion of the block. The remaining phases occur north of the Trans Canada Pipeline, on the various parcels owned by Nashville Major Developments Inc./Nashville Developments Inc./Nashville Developments (South) Inc. Revisions to the permit will be required to facilitate topsoil stripping for later phases of the project. The TRCA's permit will also facilitate the installation of various erosion and sediment control measures. Three temporary sediment control ponds will be constructed to capture storm run-off associated with the topsoil stripping. Other sediment and erosion control measures will also be employed during the various phases of the works including, but not limited to, sediment control fencing, temporary swales, rock check dams and erosion control blankets. It should also be noted that only a portion of the topsoil stripping activity is regulated by the TRCA. The applicants require approval from the City of Vaughan for those portions of the site not within the TRCA's Regulated Area. A permit to facilitate the topsoil stripping activities was previously approved by the TRCA's Executive Committee on November 4, 2011 (Permit No. C ). The current application differs from the previous approval as the temporary diversion of approximately 1200 metres of Tributary 'A' is now proposed along with the rough cut of the final Tributary 'A' corridor. Tributary 'A', at its southern extent, is a swale within an agricultural field, which the applicants propose to realign and enhance. Through the previous permit approval, Tributary 'A' was proposed to be retained in its current location until the final corridor design was approved, constructed and stabilized; however, it was determined that the timing of the earthworks and the orientation of the existing channel relative to the ultimate corridor resulted in a segmented construction approach and an increased construction time for the final Tributary 'A' corridor. While the rough cut of the final corridor will be permitted under the current application, a separate permit will be required for the final Tributary 'A' corridor design and plantings. Nashville Major Developments Inc./Nashville Developments Inc./Nashville Developments (South) Inc. propose to have the final corridor for Tributary 'A' approved, constructed, stabilized and planted by the fall of Control of Flooding: There will be no impact on the storage or conveyance of floodwaters. 107

108 Pollution: Sediment and erosion control measures will be installed and maintained throughout construction to prevent sediment from entering the adjacent natural features. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed development. In addition, the implementation of the aforementioned sediment and erosion control measures will minimize erosion on the site. Conservation of Land: This project does not constitute a Harmful Alteration, Destruction, or Disruption of fish habitat and, therefore, an Authorization from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is not required. Staff will issue a Letter of Advice to the proponent on behalf of DFO. There are no other significant natural features on or adjacent to the site that may be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings A planting plan has not been submitted with the current proposal, but the applicants are required to provide extensive plantings to satisfy the TRCA's conditions of draft plan approval. Some of these plantings will be provided with future TRCA permit applications on this site (e.g., ultimate stormwater management ponds, final Tributary 'A' alignment and enhancement). As part of the current proposal, seeding of the disturbed areas will be utilized as a means of erosion control. The temporary diversion channel will also be stabilized with coir matting. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section 4.1 (New Development), Section 4.3 (Infrastructure and Servicing) and Section (Stream Corridors) of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0354/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 For information contact: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 Date: May 22,

109 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX RENNIE TERRACE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot J, Plan M-581, (6 Rennie Terrace), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a new two-storey single family detached dwelling with integral garage at 6 Rennie Terrace in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area). The existing dwelling is to be demolished. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. A1.0, Site Plan/Statistics/Context Plan/Front Yard Plan, prepared by Core Architects Inc., dated November 16, 2011, received on January 3, 2012; Drawing No. A4.0, Elevations, prepared by Core Architects Inc., dated November 16, 2011, received on January 3, 2012; Drawing No. A4.1, Elevations, prepared by Core Architects Inc., dated November 16, 2011, received on January 3, 2012; Drawing No. A4.2, Elevations, prepared by Core Architects Inc., dated November 16, 2011, received on January 3, 2012; Drawing No. A5.0, Building Section, prepared by Core Architects Inc., dated November 16, 2011, received on January 3, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 109

110 Proposal: The purpose of this application is to develop within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new two-storey single family detached dwelling with integral garage at 6 Rennie Terrace. The subject site is located east of South Kingsway and south of Bloor Street West in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area). Control of Flooding: The site is not located within a regional storm flood plain and the proposal will have no impact on the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Sediment and erosion control fencing is not required as the proposed works are far removed from the watercourse. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no slope stability/geotechnical concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: The proposed works are located no further than the existing limit of development. There are no other significant natural features on, or adjacent to, the site that would be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings Native plantings will be provided as per City of Toronto Urban Forestry Ravine Protection Services Guidelines and recommendations pertaining to tree protection and maintenance during construction will be implemented. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section (D) - Development Guidelines for Replacement Structures within Non-Established/Highly Urbanized Areas of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0046/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Nicole Moxley, extension 5284 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18,

111 EX BYNG AVENUE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units on Part Lot 11, Plan 2328, (18 Byng Avenue), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a one-storey rear addition, side garage addition and a rear deck to the existing single family detached dwelling at 18 Byng Avenue in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area). The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. A-1, Site Plan, prepared by V. Rosa Designs Ltd., dated December 2008, received on September 23, 2010; Drawing No. A-4, South (Front) Elevation, prepared by V. Rosa Designs Ltd., dated December 2009, received on September 23, 2010; Drawing No. A-5, North (Rear) Elevation, prepared by V. Rosa Designs Ltd., dated December 2009, received on September 23, 2010; Drawing No. A-6, East & West Elevations, prepared by V. Rosa Designs Ltd., dated December 2009, received on September 23, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application is to construct a one-storey rear addition, side garage addition, and a rear deck to the existing single family detached dwelling at 18 Byng Avenue in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York). The subject site is located south of Finch Avenue West and east of Albion Road within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed. The proposed works are to be constructed in the Regulatory Floodplain. 111

112 Control of Flooding: The subject property is located within a Regulatory Floodplain of the Humber River Watershed. However, TRCA staff have determined the proposed works will not adversely impact the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters, and the proposed addition is adequately flood proofed. Pollution: Sediment and erosion control fencing is not required as the proposed works are adequately set back from the watercourse. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no slope stability/geotechnical concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: There are no other significant natural features on, or adjacent to, the site that would be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings Native plantings will be provided as per City of Toronto Urban Forestry Ravine Protection Services Guidelines and recommendations pertaining to tree protection and maintenance during construction will be implemented. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section (B) - Development Guidelines for Minor Additions within Non-Established Communities/Highly Urbanized Areas of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0864/10/TOR Report Prepared by: Nicole Moxley, extension 5284 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX SUFI CRESCENT To change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 564, Plan 66R-18139, (28 Sufi Crescent), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a deck to the rear of the existing townhouse dwelling at 28 Sufi Crescent in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). 112

113 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing Unnumbered, Survey Plan, undated, received by TRCA staff on April 30, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The applicant seeks permission to develop within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a deck to the rear of the existing townhouse dwelling at 28 Sufi Crescent. The subject site is located east of the Don Valley Parkway and south of Eglinton Avenue in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). Control of Flooding: The site is not located within a regional storm flood plain and the proposal will have no impact on the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Sediment and erosion control fencing is not required as the proposed works are adequately set back from the watercourse. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: There are no slope stability/geotechnical concerns associated with this application. 113

114 Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of construction. Plantings No plantings are required as part of this project. Policy Guidelines: The proposal is consistent with Section (E) - Development Guidelines for Property Improvements and Ancillary Structures within Non-Established/Highly Urbanized Areas of the TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0326/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jessica Bester, extension 5250 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18, 2012 EX RIVERVIEW DRIVE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 69, 70, 71 AND PART 67, Plan M-275, (330 Riverview Drive), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a new two storey single family dwelling, septic system, soakaway pit, rear retaining wall, rear porch and terrace, in-ground swimming pool and hot tub and associated pool enclosure at 330 Riverview Drive in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. A-1, Site Plan, prepared by ManArch Design Inc., dated November 2011, received by TRCA staff on April 12, 2012, redline revised by TRCA staff on May 22, 2012; 114

115 Drawing No. 019/11, Landscape Plan, prepared by MHLA Inc., dated April 2, 2012, received by TRCA staff on April 12, 2012; Drawing No. ESC-01, Erosion and Sediment Control Plan, prepared by LanDiv Group Engineering Ltd., dated April 12, 2012, received by TRCA staff on March 21, 2012; and Drawing Unnumbered, Typical Section Through Retaining Wall, 330 Riverview Drive, Toronto, prepared by Joseph Lee Engineering Co. Ltd., dated May 18, 2012, received by TRCA staff on May 22, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The applicant seeks permission to develop within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new two storey single family dwelling, septic system, soakaway pit, rear retaining wall, rear porch and terrace, as well as in-ground swimming pool, hot tub and associated pool enclosure at 330 Riverview Drive. The subject site is located east of Yonge Street and south of York Mills Road in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). The rear of the property contains the top of the valley slope. The West Don River runs at the toe of the slope which is located on the Rosedale Golf Club lands. Control of Flooding: The site is not located within a regional storm flood plain and the proposal will have no impact on the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls will be installed and maintained throughout all phases of construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: A geotechnical slope stability report has been reviewed and approved by TRCA geotechnical engineering staff. The existing dwelling will be moved further inland and almost entirely outside of the erosion hazard limit. TRCA considers this an improvement to the existing situation. In addition, geotechnical engineering staff have reviewed and approved a geotechnical letter and detailed design drawing for the proposed replacement retaining wall that will have deeper foundations advanced below the stable slope line. The replacement retaining wall will protect the proposed replacement dwelling, rear porch, terrace, in-ground swimming pool and hot tub and associated enclosure for the long-term. Conservation of Land: The proposed works are located no further than the existing limit of development. A planting buffer will be installed to the satisfaction of Urban Forestry staff near the top of slope/retaining wall to assist in stormwater management. 115

116 Plantings Native plantings will be provided as per City of Toronto Urban Forestry Ravine Protection Services Guidelines and recommendations pertaining to tree protection and maintenance during construction will be implemented. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section (D) and (E) - Development Guidelines for Replacement Structures, Property Improvements and Ancillary Structures within Non-Established/Highly Urbanized Areas of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0807/11/TOR Report Prepared by: Jessica Bester, extension 5250 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18, 2012 CITY OF TORONTO [TORONTO AND EAST YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.13 TORONTO PORT LANDS COMPANY To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 3, 4, 5, Plan 540E, (51 Commissioners Street), in the City of Toronto (Toronto and East York Community Council Area), Waterfront Watershed as located on the property owned by Toronto Port Lands Company. The purpose is to temporarily construct tents and equipment for the purpose of a theatrical production. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Sheet No. PTOxxY-01, Site Layout, prepared by Cirque Du Soleil, dated August 29, 2011, received May 10,

117 RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The proposal is to assemble a series of tents and equipment during the summer of 2012 and 2013 on lands located south of Commissioner's Street and east of Cherry Street in the City of Toronto. The tents and equipment will house Cirque Du Soleil, a theatrical production. The proposal is located within the Toronto Port Lands, an area which is currently subject to the draft Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Environmental Assessment and associated Port Lands Acceleration Initiative. However, the proposal will have no impact on these projects as it is temporary in nature and does not result in any changes to grade. Control of Flooding: The proposal will have no impact to flooding as the tents are temporary in nature and do not result in any changes to grade. Pollution: The proposal is not located near a watercourse or Lake Ontario and will not result in pollution. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: The project is not located near a valley slope or watercourse and therefore will have no impact on erosion. Conservation of Land: The lands are fully urbanized and not located in or near the natural heritage system. Plantings Not applicable. Policy Guidelines: Being temporary in nature, the proposal is consistent with the overall objective to reduce or eliminate the risk to life and property of the Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0355/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18,

118 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.14 BLOCK 12 PROPERTIES INC. To temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lots 22, 23, 24, Concession 2, (northeast of Major Mackenzie Drive and Dufferin Street), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Block 12 Properties Inc. The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the removal of sediment from Stormwater Management (SWM) Pond 4 in Planning Block 12 (bound by Dufferin Street, Major Mackenzie Drive, Bathurst Street and Teston Road) in the City of Vaughan. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. SC_4-1, "Block 12" SWM Pond No. 4 Siltation Control Plan, prepared by Schaeffers Consulting Engineers, dated September 2004, stamped August 14, 2009, received by TRCA on May 9, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the removal of sediment from Stormwater Management (SWM) Pond 4 in Planning Block 12 (bound by Dufferin Street, Major Mackenzie Drive, Bathurst Street and Teston Road) in the City of Vaughan. This SWM pond outlets to Patterson Creek (also known as McNair Creek). 118

119 The construction of SWM Pond 4 and its outfall was previously approved by the Executive Committee on April 8, 2005 (Permit No. C-05298). The current proposal involves the removal of sediment that has accumulated within the SWM pond since its initial construction. These works are required prior to assumption of SWM Pond 4 by the City of Vaughan. The works will involve the installation of sediment and erosion controls around the work area. The water levels within the SWM pond will then be lowered through various pumping arrangements between the cells in the pond and by pumping to SWM Pond 12 to the south. The sediments will then be removed until the previously approved pond depth is achieved. The sediments will be legally disposed of off-site. The works will be completed within a period of two weeks, depending on the weather conditions. Control of Flooding: There will be no impact on the storage or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Sediment and erosion control measures will be installed and maintained throughout construction to prevent sediment from entering the adjacent natural features. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There will be no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed development. Conservation of Land: As the watercourse will not be impacted by the proposal, no fisheries concerns will result. There are no other significant natural features on or adjacent to the site that may be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings All disturbed areas are to be restored to their original condition or better once the sediment removal has been completed. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section Infrastructure and Servicing - of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0212/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 For information contact: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 Date: May 18,

120 EX LANCER DRIVE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, change a building or structure so that it alters its use or potential use, increases its size or increases the number of dwelling units, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot 42, Plan 5590, (65 Lancer Drive), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a replacement home and new deck at 65 Lancer Drive in the City of Vaughan. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. Lancer 65_ST, Site Plan of Lot 42, Registered Plan 5590, City of Vaughan, Regional Municipality of York, prepared by Rowan-Stanciu Ltd., dated May 14, 2012, received by TRCA on May 14, 2012, redline revised by TRCA on May 17, 2012 to indicate that all excess fill will be removed from the property and the grades are to remain unchanged except where specified on the plan. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a replacement home and new deck at 65 Lancer Drive in the City of Vaughan. The new two storey single family residence and deck will replace the existing one storey single family dwelling, which will be demolished. 120

121 The property is partially situated within the West Don River valley corridor. There is a well vegetated valley along the western limits of the site. The existing residence extends up to the top of the gentle valley slope. The new home and deck will be no closer to the slope than the existing residence. There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed development. No vegetation removals are required. Control of Flooding: There will be no impact on the storage or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Sediment and erosion control measures will be installed and maintained throughout construction to prevent sediment from entering the adjacent natural features. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed development. Conservation of Land: As the watercourse will not be impacted by the proposal, no fisheries concerns will result. There are no other significant natural features on or adjacent to the site that may be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings All disturbed areas will be restored with seed and/or sod upon completion of the works. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section D) - Replacement Structures - of the TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0351/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 For information contact: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 Date: May 18, 2012 TOWN OF CALEDON EX CHINGUACOUSY ROAD To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 21, Concession 2, (12669 Chinguacousy Road), in the Town of Caledon, Etobicoke Creek Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of steel frame garage and inground swimming pool associated with a municipal building permit. 121

122 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Site Plan, prepared by Cunningham McConnell Limited, dated April 25, 2012, stamped received by TRCA Planning and Development April 11, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a steel frame garage (48 ft. x 60 ft.) and inground swimming pool at the rear of an existing rural residential dwelling associated with a municipal building permit. The subject property is located north of Old School Road, south of King Street and east of Chinguacousy Road, in the Town of Caledon. A tributary of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed traverses the front of the subject property. The proposed works are located a significant distance from the stream corridor within a manicured lawn that does not contain any significant natural features. As such, there are no ecology related concerns with this proposal. Additionally, there are no flooding or geotechnical related concerns with this proposal. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are located outside of the Regional Storm Floodplain. As such, no impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters is anticipated as a result of the proposed works. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls (i.e., silt fence) have been proposed with this application, and will be maintained throughout all phases of construction. 122

123 Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns anticipated with this project. Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of construction. There are no fisheries concerns related to this proposal. Plantings The works are located within a manicured lawn and no additional plantings are required as part of this proposal. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is in conformity with Section (E) - Property Improvements and Ancillary Structures - of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP). CFN: Application #: 0268/12/CAL Report Prepared by: Adam Miller, extension 5244 For information contact: Adam Miller, extension 5244 Date: May 18, 2012 EX EMMA STREET To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on (10 Emma Street), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 18.2 square metre (196 sq. ft.) cold cellar addition with a rooftop deck on an existing dwelling associated with a municipal site plan application. 123

124 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Floor Plan, Elevations & Section, prepared by B. Gray, dated September 26, 2011, revised on November 22, 2011, stamped received by TRCA Planning & Development staff on April 17, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application, is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 18.2 sq. m. (196 sq. ft.) cold cellar addition with a rooftop deck on an existing dwelling associated with a municipal site plan application. A tributary of the Humber River traverses the southern portion of the subject property. A portion of the property, including the existing dwelling, is located within the Regional Floodplain. The proposed addition will be floodproofed in accordance with TRCA policy. Also, the proposed works are to be designed to withstand water flow velocities and depths anticipated during a Regional Storm event. The extent of the proposed addition is in keeping with existing development along the stream corridor. In addition, there are no ecology or geotechnical concerns anticipated with this proposal. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are located within the Regional Storm Floodplain. The proposed development will be floodproofed in accordance with TRCA criteria. As well, the proposed works will not have any significant impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of upstream and downstream flood waters. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls (i.e., silt fence) have been proposed with this application, and will be maintained throughout all phases of construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns anticipated with this project. Conservation of Land: The location of the proposed addition is void of any significant vegetation. As such, no significant vegetation will be removed as a result of this project. There are no fisheries related concerns associated with this project. Plantings As no vegetation is to be removed by the proposed works, plantings have not been required at this time. 124

125 Policy Guidelines: This proposal is in conformity with Section 4.2.2(C) - Minor Additions - of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program (VSCMP). CFN: Application #: 0299/12/CAL Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324 Date: May 22, 2012 EX KING STREET To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 28, Concession 2 EHS, (3634 King Street), in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 107 square metre (1152 sq. ft.) storage garage associated with a municipal building permit. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Site Plan, stamped received by TRCA Planning & Development staff on April 18, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 125

126 Proposal: The purpose of this proposal is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 107 square metre (1152 sq. ft.) storage garage associated with a municipal building permit. The proposed garage is located on the same footprint of a garage that was recently destroyed. The location of the proposed garage is associated with a farming operation and is located on a flat area within a valley corridor, outside of the Regional Floodplain. As such, there are no geotechnical concerns or flooding associated with this application. In addition, the location of the garage does not contain any significant natural features and there are no ecology related concerns anticipated with this proposal. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are located outside of the Regional Storm Floodplain. As such, no impact to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters are anticipated. Pollution: Appropriate sediment and erosion controls (i.e., silt fencing) have been proposed with this application, and will be maintained throughout all phases of construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns anticipated with this application. Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of this project. Additionally, there are no fisheries related concerns associated with these works. Plantings As no significant vegetation will be removed as a result of this proposal, no plantings are required. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is in conformity with Section (E) - Property Improvements & Ancillary Structures - of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Plan (VSCMP). CFN: Application #: 0300/12/CAL Report Prepared by: Jason Wagler, extension 5743 For information contact: Quentin Hanchard, extension 5324 Date: May 18,

127 TOWN OF WHITCHURCH-STOUFFVILLE EX11.19 GERANIUM HOMES (NINTH LINE) LIMITED To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part Lot 2, 3, Concession 8, (12558 Ninth Line), in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Rouge River Watershed as located on the property owned by Geranium Homes (Ninth Line) Limited. The purpose is to establish a recreational trail and undertake valleyland restoration landscaping associated with a residential plan of subdivision. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. L-2, Landscape Plan Open Space Block 133, prepared by Schollen & Company Inc., dated July 2011, Revision No. 3, revised on March 16, 2012, received by TRCA on March 21, 2012; Drawing No. L-3, Planting Plan Open Space Block 133, prepared by Schollen & Company Inc., dated July 2011, Revision No. 3, revised on March 16, 2012, received by TRCA on March 21, 2012; Drawing No. LD-1, Planting Details, prepared by Schollen & Company Inc., dated July 2011, Revision No. 2, revised on October 24, 2011, received by TRCA on March 21, 2012; Drawing No. LD-2, Landscape Details, prepared by Schollen & Company Inc., dated July 2011, Revision No. 2, revised on October 24, 2011, received by TRCA on March 21, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 127

128 Proposal: The applicant seeks permission to undertake minor grading and site alteration works in order to establish a recreational trail and undertake valleyland restoration landscaping associated with a residential plan of subdivision. The proposed works are to take place within valleylands associated with a tributary to the Little Rouge Creek. The recreational trail and restoration plantings are proposed in support of a plan of subdivision known as Geranium Ninth Line (File No. 19T(W) ). The Geranium Ninth Line site is located within the northwest quadrant of the Community of Stouffville, on the west side of the Ninth Line immediately north of the existing developed area. A tributary to the Little Rouge Creek transects the northwest corner of the subject lands. The works proposed have been required by both the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville and TRCA as conditions to draft plan approval of the subdivision lands. As a portion of the site is within a Regulated Area associated with the Little Rouge Creek tributary and its associated Regional Storm Flood Plain boundary, the applicant is required to obtain permission from TRCA prior to any grading or site alteration taking place. Looking beyond the site, the proposed trail forms a key link in the Community of Stouffville master tail plan, which provides for a continuous off-road recreational trail connecting Millard Street to the Ninth Line within the Northwest Quadrant along the Little Rouge Creek valleylands. Control of Flooding: The proposed trail is located within the Regional Storm Flood Plain. However, the trail is to be constructed at existing grades so as to maintain existing flood storage and conveyance characteristics of the valleylands. The works will have a negligible impact on flood control. Pollution: The trail and associated construction impact, while minor, has been sited to the greatest extent possible away from the existing Little Rouge Tributary. All works are to be sited outside of the watercourse meander belt plus an additional 30 metres (98 feet), which exceeds the requirements of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: There are no slope stability or geotechnical concerns associated with this proposal. Conservation of Land: As noted above, the trail has been sited to provide maximum protection for a naturalized valley core away from the watercourse. Extensive valleyland plantings are to be provided, as illustrated on the plans submitted in support of the application. Plantings Over 200 deciduous and coniferous trees, along with shrubs and wildflower and native meadow seeds are to be planted along both sides of the trail within the valleylands to provide for a robust program of restoration plantings, improving the ecological condition of the valleylands from their predevelopment condition. 128

129 Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section 4.1.2, New Resource Based Uses, of TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0210/12/WS Report Prepared by: Chris Jones, extension 5718 For information contact: Chris Jones, extension 5718 Date: May 22, 2012 EX WILDERNESS TRAIL To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and site grade on Lot 8, Plan 65M-2841, (20 Wilderness Trail), in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville, Rouge River Watershed. The purpose is to construct a new single family detached dwelling on the vacant residential lot located at 20 Wilderness Trail in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, 2014 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Topographical Lot Survey, Site Plan, prepared by Custom CADD, dated April 11, 2012, received by TRCA April 13, 2012; Drawing No. OPSD , Light-Duty Silt Fence Barrier, Ontario Provincial Standard Drawing, dated November 2006, received April 13, RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 129

130 Proposal: The purpose of this application is to develop within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Rouge River watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new two-storey single family detached dwelling at 20 Wilderness Trail. The subject site is located on east of Woodbine Avenue and north of Bethesda Road in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville. The subject property is on the Oak Ridges Moraine and an area of wetland interference. The site is a vacant residential lot of record, established many years ago and prior to the adoption of the ORMCP and TRCA's current regulation. The proposed dwelling is situated in an area that had been previously cleared of vegetation. Control of Flooding: The site is not located within a regional storm flood plain and the proposal will have no impact on the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls will be installed and maintained throughout all phases of construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: There are no slope stability/geotechnical concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: At the request of TRCA, the applicant has submitted a Natural Heritage Evaluation to determine the optimal location and appropriate mitigation measures necessary to accommodate the new development without impacting natural features or the Moraine. TRCA staff are satisfied that there will be no significant impacts to the existing natural features. Plantings There are no plantings required as part of this development. Policy Guidelines: The proposal is consistent with Section (G) - Infilling - of the Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0267/12/WS Report Prepared by: Vanessa Aubrey, extension 5662 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18,

131 PERMIT APPLICATIONS EX EX11.32 ARE ERRATA ITEMS: CITY OF PICKERING EX11.21 REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere within the Hydro corridor on Liverpool Road and Finch Avenue, in the City of Pickering, Frenchman's Bay Watershed as located on the property owned by Hydro One. The purpose is to permit the construction of a temporary construction compound to facilitate soil-strengthening activities necessary to support the existing YDSS prior to tunnelling for the Southeast Collector sewer installation. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The proposal is to permit the construction of a temporary construction compound to facilitate soil-strengthening activities necessary to support the existing YDSS prior to tunnelling for the Southeast Collector sewer installation, north of Finch Avenue, west of Liverpool Road, in the Frenchman's Bay Watershed, City of Pickering, Regional Municipality of Durham. The stabilization work will be completed using a 'jet grouting' technique whereby a grout mixture is injected into the ground and hardens to provide support to the surrounding infrastructure. 131

132 Control of Flooding: The proposed work is not within the Regional Storm Flood Plain. Therefore, the works are not anticipated to have any negative impacts to the conveyance or storage of flood waters. Pollution: Standard erosion and sediment control measures (sediment control fencing) will be implemented prior to construction, maintained for the duration, and removed only after the site is stabilized and restored, in order to isolate the work area from the watercourse. Erosion and sediment control measures have been provided in accordance with the TRCA Erosion and Sediment Control Guidelines for Urban Construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: No impacts to slope stability have been identified for the proposal. Conservation of Land: There will be no in water-works associated with the project. With erosion and sedimentation plans in effect, the potential for a harmful alteration, disruption or destruction (HADD) of fish habitat will be mitigated. No vegetation removals are proposed. Plantings The disturbed areas will be restored with grass once the grouting operation is complete. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section Infrastructure and Servicing - of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0312/12/PICK Report Prepared by: Brian Storozinski, extension 5744 For information contact: Brian Storozinski, extension 5744 Date: May 22,

133 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX11.22 CITY OF TORONTO To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lanyard Road from Lindylou Road to Weston Road, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to undertake road and infrastructure reconstruct along Lanyard Road, from Lindylou Road to Weston Road, near Finch Avenue West in the City of Toronto. Works will include the removal and reconstruction of the existing road and sidewalk, construction of a 300mm watermain, 450mm storm sewers sanitary sewers and services. Works will include reconstruction of subsurface infrastructure, including a 300mm watermain, and 450mm storm and 250mm sanitary sewers. TRCA staff will issue a Letter of Advice on behalf of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 133

134 Proposal: The City of Toronto is proposing to reconstruct road and sidewalk, and replace watermain, water services, storm and sanitary sewers and services on Lanyard Road, from Lindylou Road to Weston Road, near Finch Avenue West in the City of Toronto. The work zone is in a regulated area of the Humber River Watershed. Works are to include reconstruction of subsurface infrastructure, including a 300mm watermain, and 450mm storm and 250mm sanitary sewers. The proposed sanitary sewer is to connect to a trunk sewer that runs parallel to Emery Creek. The proposed connection will connect to an existing manhole located approximately 25m south of Lanyard Road and 10m west of Emery Creek. A new manhole is also to be constructed along the proposed sanitary sewer connection immediately south of Lanyard Road. Works are also to involve reconstruction of the existing road base and concrete sidewalk. Construction is expected to occur during the summer of Control of Flooding: The proposed works are not located within the Regional Storm Flood Plain and are not anticipated to impact flooding, flood storage or conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Erosion and sediment control measures (silt fence and catchbasin filters) will be installed prior to construction and maintained for its duration. These measures are being implemented to prevent the release of construction generated sediment into Emery Creek, a tributary of the Humber River. Erosion and sediment control measures have been provided in accordance with the TRCA Erosion and Sediment Control Guideline for Urban Construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: There are no impacts identified to slope stability or erosion as a result of these works. Conservation of Land: A DFO Letter of Advice will be prepared by TRCA staff. Work within and immediately adjacent to Emery Creek will abide by the Warm Water Fisheries Timing Window. Plantings Works are to be completed in accordance with the City of Toronto's Tree Protection Policy and Specifications for Construction Near Trees. Disturbed areas are to be restored according to the City s Construction Specification for Sodding. Vegetation removals will be compensated for at a ratio of 3:1. All disturbed areas will be restored to pre-construction conditions or better, upon completion of work. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 4.3, Infrastructure and Servicing, of the TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0245/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Daniel Brent, extension For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: May 18,

135 EX11.23 CITY OF TORONTO To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Woolner Avenue from Jane Street to Rockcliffe Boulevard, in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Humber River Watershed as located on property owned by the City of Toronto. The purpose is to construct a new concrete sidewalk on the south side of Woolner Avenue to the west of Rockcliffe Boulevard. Works will include the installation of a 2.0m concrete sidewalk and a concrete toe wall. No in-water works are associated with this project. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The City of Toronto is proposing to construct a concrete sidewalk on the south side of Woolner Avenue, within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed, north of St. Clair Avenue West, east of Jane Street. Works will include the construction of an approximately 2.0m wide concrete sidewalk along the southern boulevard of the existing roadway. The sidewalk will extended from the intersection of Rockcliffe Boulevard to Jane Street. In order to accommodate the proposed sidewalk, numerous trees will need to be removed. Furthermore, a small concrete toe wall will be constructed along the southern edge of the sidewalk to retain the existing slope. This wall will be approximately 100m long and will vary in height from 0.30 to.076m. Construction staging and storage will be permitted. Construction is anticipated to occur from July to October

136 Control of Flooding: The proposed works are not located within the Regional Storm Flood Plain and are not anticipated to impact flooding, flood storage or conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Erosion and sediment control measures (catchbasin filter) will be installed prior to construction and maintained for its duration. These measures are being implemented to prevent the release of construction generated sediment into storm sewers, existing ditches or any watercourse. Geotextile fabric is to be placed between the catchbasin grate and the frame, draped a minimum of 300mm from the grate edge on each side. Sediment traps shall be regularly cleaned or replaced to ensure the sediment controls work properly. These erosion and sediment control measures will be removed following construction completion and when disturbed areas have been established and stabilized. Erosion and sediment control measures have been provided in accordance with the TRCA Erosion and Sediment Control Guideline for Urban Construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: There are no impacts identified to slope stability or erosion as a result of these works. Conservation of Land: No in-water works are within the scope of this project. Plantings In order to facilitate works, six trees will need to be removed. Removals and compensation has been approved by City of Toronto Urban Forestry staff. Works near trees will comply with the City of Toronto's Tree Protection Policy and Specifications for Construction Near Trees. All disturbed areas will be restored to pre-construction conditions or better, upon completion of work. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 4.3, Infrastructure and Servicing, of the TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0345/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 For information contact: Jonathan Pounder, extension 5304 Date: May 18,

137 CITY OF TORONTO [NORTH YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] EX GEORGE HENRY BOULEVARD To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on, (44 George Henry Boulevard), in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area), Don River Watershed. The purpose is to construct an in-ground swimming pool behind the existing dwelling and rear deck at 44 George Henry Boulevard in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The applicant seeks permission to develop within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate construction of an in-ground swimming pool, behind the existing dwelling and rear deck at 44 George Henry Boulevard. The subject site is located west of Don Mills Road and south of Sheppard Avenue East in the City of Toronto (North York Community Council Area). Control of Flooding: The site is not located within a regional storm flood plain and the proposal will have no impact on the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters. 137

138 Pollution: Sediment and erosion control fencing is not required as the proposed works are adequately set back from the watercourse. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: There are no slope stability/geotechnical concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: The appropriate tree protection fencing will be installed. Plantings No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of construction. Policy Guidelines: The proposal is consistent with Section (E) - Development Guidelines for Property Improvements and Ancillary Structures within Non-Established/Highly Urbanized Areas of the TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0274/12/TOR Report Prepared by: Jessica Bester, extension 5250 For information contact: Steve Heuchert, extension 5311 Date: May 18, 2012 CITY OF VAUGHAN EX11.25 JOSEPH AND WOLF LEBOVIC JEWISH COMMUNITY CAMPUS To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part Lot 17, 18, Plan 65R-27239, Block 11 UJA Quadrant B - Bathurst Street and Rutherford Road, in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed as located on the property owned by Joseph and Wolf Lebovic Jewish Community Campus. The purpose is to conduct site grading in order to construct a school within lands owned by the Jospeh and Wolf Lebovic Jewish Community Campus, in Planning Block 11, in the City of Vaughan. 138

139 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The proposal is to conduct site grading in order to construct an elementary school, on lands owned by the Joseph and Wolf Lebovic Jewish Community Campus (UJA Federation), in Planning Block 11, in the City of Vaughan. Planning Block 11 is bounded by Dufferin Street to the west, Major Mackenzie Drive to the north, Bathurst Street to the east and Rutherford Road to the south. The subject site located on the west side of Bathurst Street, south of Lebovic Campus Drive (north of Rutherford Road). The East Don River valley corridor is located to the west of the subject site. This proposal represents the second phase (Quadrant 'B') in the four-phased development of the Lebovic Jewish Community Campus. Previously, a permit was issued for the development of a synagogue and school on the subject site (Permit No. C-08757) in This permit fulfilled a condition of site plan approval for the property (Site Plan Application DA ). A site plan agreement was not executed and the synagogue and school were not constructed. The applicant has since revised the proposal for an elementary school only. Given that the original approved permission's for the site have expired (2010), a new permit is required. This application represents the revised proposal for the property. 139

140 It is noted that there is an approved Master Environmental Servicing Plan (MESP) in place for Block 11, which includes the subject site. During the MESP process, the limits of the natural features and buffers were identified and delineated. The proposed school and related facilities are located in accordance with these approvals. The buffer has been re-zoned into an open space category and will be dedicated into public ownership in the near future. Control of Flooding: The subject site is located outside of the Regional Storm Flood Plain of the East Don River. As such, the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters is not impacted. Pollution: Erosion and sediment controls including silt fencing will be erected prior the initiation of the works and maintained during the construction period. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: Erosion will be minimized through the implementation of the aforementioned erosion and sediment control measures. Conservation of Land: There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed works. No in-water works are proposed as part of this application. Plantings A landscape planting plan along with an edge management plan were submitted as part of this application and for the associated Block 11 Plan area. Landscape plantings within the buffer area will be carried out in accordance with TRCA's Planting Guidelines. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section New Urban Development, of the TRCA's Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0343/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Kevin Huang, extension 5307 For information contact: Kevin Huang, extension 5307 Date: May 18,

141 EX FIELDCREST COURT To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 53, Plan 65M-2975, (16 Fieldcrest Court), in the City of Vaughan, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a concrete deck at 16 Fieldcrest Court in the City of Vaughan. The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose is to allow development within a Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a concrete deck at 16 Fieldcrest Court in the City of Vaughan. The new deck will replace the existing wooden deck, which will be demolished. The property is partially situated within the valley corridor of a tributary of the Humber River. There is a well vegetated valley along the eastern limits of the site. The existing deck is located at the rear of the existing home within the manicured portion of the property. The new 4.27-metre by 9.14-metre deck will be constructed in the same approximate location as the existing deck. There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed development. No vegetation removals are required. Control of Flooding: There will be no impact on the storage or conveyance of floodwaters. 141

142 Pollution: Sediment and erosion control measures will be installed and maintained throughout construction to prevent sediment from entering the adjacent natural features. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical/slope stability issues associated with the proposed development. Conservation of Land: As the watercourse will not be impacted by the proposal, no fisheries concerns will result. There are no other significant natural features on or adjacent to the site that may be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings All disturbed areas will be restored upon completion of the works. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is consistent with Section E) - Property Improvements and Ancillary Structures - of the TRCA s Valley and Stream Corridor Management Program. CFN: Application #: 0316/12/VAUG Report Prepared by: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 For information contact: Coreena Smith, extension 5269 Date: May 18, 2012 TOWN OF AJAX EX11.27 BEECHRIDGE FARMS INC. To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure, site grade, temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere and alter a watercourse on Lot 5, 6, Concession 3, (Salem Road and Rossland Road), in the Town of Ajax, Carruthers Creek Watershed as located on the property owned by Beechridge Farms Inc.. The purpose is to construct two crossings of a tributary to Carruthers Creek as part of a residential and employment draft plan of subdivision. 142

143 The permit will be issued for the period of June 1, 2012 to May 31, The documents and plans which form part of this permit will be listed in a separate report RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: This proposal involves construction of two permanent crossings over a tributary to the Carruthers Creek. The works are required to continue to develop a 59 hectare plan of subdivision known as Beechridge Farms (File No. S-A ). In 2011, the Executive Committee approved a permits for the construction of the permanent stormwater management pond; grading and filling to prepare table lands for development; construction of a temporary sediment control pond; and, a temporary construction access road over the tributary. This permit would permit additional work to continue, specifically at the northeast quadrant of the site, which is to be developed for residential dwellings. The site is located west of the Carruthers Creek Valleylands and east of Salem Road north of Rossland Road in the northeast portion of the Town of Ajax urban area. The proposed works are to take place around and over tributary of the Carruthers Creek, which bisects the site from a northwest to southeast direction. The draft plan is composed of several large parcels of land planned for employment uses along Salem Road and a low-density residential area in the northeast quadrant of the site adjacent to the Carruthers Creek valleylands. The proposed crossings may be described as follows: the primary crossing is an clear span pre-cast concrete structure with a span size of 7.31m (24 feet), which is proposed for a new access road (Harper-Hill Drive) to the residential portion of the site. The second crossing will provide for a residential walkway and stormwater overland flow route. The second crossing is also of clear span pre-cast concrete construction with a span size of approximately 7m (23 feet). 143