Executive Committee Meeting Agenda #11/16 January 13, 2017 9:30 A.M. HEAD OFFICE, 101 EXCHANGE AVENUE, VAUGHAN Members: Chair Maria Augimeri Vice Chair Michael Di Biase Jack Ballinger David Barrow Vincent Crisanti Glenn De Baeremaeker Chris Fonseca Jennifer Innis Colleen Jordan Giorgio Mammoliti Mike Mattos Ron Moeser Pages 1. MINUTES OF MEETING #10/16, HELD ON DECEMBER 9, 2016 Link to Executive Committee Minutes 2. BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES 3. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF 4. DELEGATIONS 5. PRESENTATIONS 6. CORRESPONDENCE 1
7. SECTION I - ITEMS FOR AUTHORITY ACTION 8. SECTION II - ITEMS FOR EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ACTION 9. SECTION III - ITEMS FOR THE INFORMATION OF THE BOARD 9.1 VOLUNTARY PROJECT REVIEW OF WORKS UNDERTAKEN BY ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT FROM ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06, AS AMENDED 5 10. SECTION IV - ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06, AS AMENDED PERMIT APPLICATIONS 10.1-10.6 ARE MAJOR APPLICATIONS 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 infrastructure works, resolution of violations/after the fact permits, trail construction. 10.1 CITY OF MARKHAM 10 12 STATION LANE 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 and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot G, Plan 335, (12 Station Lane), in the City of Markham, Rouge River Watershed. The purpose is to construct an addition to an existing dwelling within a Regulated Area of the Rouge River watershed at 12 Station Lane in the City of Markham. 10.2 CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] 14 139 LAKE PROMENADE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 11, 12, Plan 1545, (139 Lake Promenade), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Waterfront Watershed. The purpose is to acknowledge the construction of an enclosed frame porch to the rear of the existing single family detached dwelling at 139 Lake Promenade in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York). 10.3 CITY OF VAUGHAN 16 18 RIVERSIDE BOULEVARD 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 on Part Lot 32, Concession 1 Part Lot 100, Plan NO. 3765, (18 Riverside Boulevard), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to recognize the construction of a 35.19 sq. m. (378.78 sq. ft.) pergola structure at the rear of an existing single detached dwelling within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed. The described works were carried out without TRCA permits or municipal permits. As such, the applicant has paid double the permit application fee amount for this permit "after-the-fact'. The property is located on lands known municipally as 18 Riverside Boulevard, in the City of Vaughan. 2
10.4 CITY OF VAUGHAN 19 350 VELLORE WOODS BOULEVARD 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 on Part Lot 16, Concession 5 Block 224, Plan 65M-3498, Block 85, Plan 65M-3446, (350 Vellore Woods Boulevard), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within TRCA's regulated area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 13.7 sq. m. (147.72 sq. ft.) covered patio and 7.4 sq. m. (80 sq. ft.) shed and recognize an existing 27.1 sq. m. (291.7 sq. ft.) deck. A portion of the works were constructed without TRCA or Municipal permits. As such, the applicant has paid double the application fee as required for a permit "after-the-fact" in association with the violation of Ontario Regulation 166/06. The subject property is located on lands known municipally as 350 Vellore Woods Boulevard, in the City of Vaughan. 10.5 TOWN OF CALEDON 22 80 JAMES STREET To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 41, 42, 43, Plan BOL-7, 80 James Street, in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within TRCA's Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 9.7 m by 4.8 m (32 ft by 16 ft) detached garage located at the rear of an existing dwelling associated with a municipal building permit. 10.6 TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL 24 LESLIE ELGIN DEVELOPMENTS INC. To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part 27, Part Lot 28 Lot, Concession 3 Block 10, Plan 65M-3997, (10961 and 11121 Leslie Street), in the Town of Richmond Hill, Rouge River Watershed as located on the property owned by Leslie Elgin Developments Inc.. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Rouge River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a new sanitary sewer and manholes crossing under Leslie Street through the combined use of trenchless technology and open cut in support of OMB approved draft plan of subdivision 19T(R)-04009. 10.7 STANDARD DELEGATED PERMITS 27 Standard Permits, including Emergency Infrastructure Works permissions, are implemented by Planning and Development Division staff and are received monthly by the Executive Committee. Standard Permits, including Emergency Infrastructure Works permissions, are subject to the authorization of designated staff appointed as Enforcement Officers, as per Authority Res.#A198/13, #A199/13 and #A103/15, respectively. All standard and emergency infrastructure works are non-complex permissions consistent with TRCA approved policies and procedures and issued for a time period of two years of less. 3
11. NEW BUSINESS NEXT MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE #12/16, TO BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 3, 2017 AT 9:30 A.M. AT HEAD OFFICE, 101 EXCHANGE AVENUE, VAUGHAN Brian Denney, Chief Executive Officer /jr 4
Item 9.1 Section III Items for the Information of the Board TO: FROM: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #13/14, Friday, January 13, 2017 Carolyn Woodland, Senior Director, Planning, Greenspace and Communications RE: VOLUNTARY PROJECT REVIEW OF WORKS UNDERTAKEN BY ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT FROM ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06, AS AMENDED KEY ISSUE To report on progress of the TRCA Voluntary Project Review protocol established in 2014, regarding works undertaken by organizations exempt from Ontario Regulation 166/06, as amended Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Regulation of Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alteration to Shorelines and Watercourses. RECOMMENDATION IT IS RECOMMEDED THAT the staff report on projects reviewed through the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Voluntary Project Review (VPR) process from 2014 through 2016 be received. BACKGROUND In 2014, the TRCA fee schedule provided an option for organizations exempt from TRCA s regulation, including but not limited to Crown corporations, railway companies and the telecommunication industry, to apply for TRCA review under the Voluntary Project Review process. These organizations are exempt from the Conservation Authorities Act Section 28 regulatory approval process and permits are not required. However, TRCA is concerned that infrastructure projects exempt from TRCA s regulation are not meeting the tests of our permitting process, and as such, provincial and conservation authority interests including, but not limited to, flooding management, erosion hazard, impacts to watercourses and natural heritage systems may not be adequately addressed. To address this concern, in the interest of both public safety and best management practices, TRCA developed a process whereby the exempt party may voluntarily request TRCA to review and comment on detailed design activities associated to confirm that TRCA policies and procedures are being addressed. Once TRCA concerns are satisfied, a Voluntary Project Review Letter is provided by staff advising that TRCA objectives and requirements as set out in The Living City Policies and Ontario Regulation 166/06, as amended, have been satisfied. While TRCA works with multiple user groups in the environmental assessment and detailed design review stages of various projects, to date, only Metrolinx has committed to the VPR process. Metrolinx has formally committed to providing TRCA with detailed design and technical reports, and to working with staff in a streamlined and expeditious manner for all projects in order to ensure their projects meet the five tests of TRCA s regulation including, flooding, erosion, conservation of land, pollution and dynamic beaches. Using the leadership of Metrolinx as an example, TRCA continues to seek a similar level of engagement with all other organizations exempt from TRCA s regulation on a continual basis. 5
Item 9.1 Since the inception of the VPR process in 2014, TRCA has reviewed multiple projects related to both Metrolinx GO and Light Rail Transit (LRT), and issued 12 VPR letters. Details are provided below. 1. CFN 48976 GO Transit Barrie Passing Track Phase 1 issued on September 17, 2014 The purpose of the project was to construct and upgrade culverts at two locations on a section of the Barrie rail corridor south of Regional Road 7 at Tributary #2 (unnamed) and north of Regional Road 7 at Tributary #3 (unnamed) in order to facilitate and accommodate the construction of passing tracks, in the City of Vaughan and the Don River watershed. The proposed works involved the construction of a new headwall at each culvert and a culvert extension for widening of the track bed to accommodate the new passing track. Staff concerns regarding flood management, erosion hazards and impacts to watercourses and natural heritage system were addressed. 2. CFN 48977 GO Transit Barrie Passing Track Phase 2 issued on September 19, 2014 The purpose of the project was to construct a double track segment including the complete replacement of the existing culvert located on a section of the Barrie rail corridor north of Langstaff Road, in the City of Vaughan and the Don River watershed. Staff concerns regarding flood management, erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourse and natural heritage system were addressed. 3. CFN 54839 - Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (ECLRT) Watermain Relocation issued on January 26, 2016 The purpose of the project was to relocate a segment of an existing watermain on the north side of Eglinton Avenue West and west of Black Creek Drive, in the City of Toronto and the Black Creek subwatershed. The proposed works involved relocating the watermain on the north side of the road and installed within the roadway south of this watermain and reconnecting it to the same watermain continuing east. The watermain relocation formed part of the early utility relocations required to facilitate earthworks for the construction of the proposed Mount Dennis Station. Staff concerns regarding erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourses, valley corridor, natural heritage systems and conservation concerns were addressed. 4. CFN 55276 Eglinton Crosstown LRT EMSF Boreholes and Test Pits issued on January 26, 2016 The purpose of the project was to undertake geotechnical investigation (boreholes) within the valley lands at the Eglinton Maintenance and Storage Facility (EMSF), located at 3500 Eglinton Avenue West and just west of Black Creek Drive, in the City of Toronto and the Black Creek subwatershed. The geotechnical investigations were undertaken in advance of and to support the design of the proposed works on the EMSF site including the Light Rail Guideway and tracks, stormwater management pond, service road, parking lots and other components of the EMSF site. Staff concerns regarding erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourses, valley corridor and natural heritage system were addressed. 5. CFN 55324 - Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (ECLRT) Tunnel Works at the West Launch Shaft and West Twin Tunnel (Keele Street to Yonge Street) Permit issued on January 13, 2012, and VPR Letter issued on February 1, 2016 6
Item 9.1 The purpose of the project was to continue the tunnel works at the Launch Shaft 1 (LS-1) to complete works as per the contract requirements for the 6.5 m diameter twin tunnels of the Eglinton Scarborough Crosstown Rapid Transit (ESC), near Keelesdale Park and east of Black Creek Drive, in the City of Toronto and the Black Creek subwatershed. The project limits included areas east of Black Creek Drive to just east of Bicknell Avenue. Staff concerns regarding flood hazards, erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourses, valley corridor and natural heritage system were addressed. 6. CFN 52941 Stouffville GO Rail Corridor Expansion Phase 1 issued August 5, 2015 The purpose of the project was to undertake phase 1 works of the Stouffville GO Rail Corridor Expansion including the advance track layout and grading works for double tracking of the Stouffville Corridor, starting from just north of the existing Agincourt GO Station at Sheppard Avenue East (Mile 55.44), in the City of Toronto, to north of Kennedy Road and Steeles Avenue East (Mile 52.25), in the City of Markham and the Highland Creek watershed. Staff concerns regarding flood hazards, erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourse and natural heritage system including aquatic and terrestrial species and habitats, and conservation concerns were addressed. 7. CFN 55323 Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (ECLRT) East Twin Tunnels (Yonge to Brentcliffe) Permit issued September 13, 2013, and re-issued VPR Letter March 7, 2016 The purpose of the project was to continue tunnel works at the Launch Shaft 3 (LS-3) to complete works as per the contract requirements for the 6.5 m diameter twin tunnels of the Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit (ECLRT), located approximately 150 m east of Brentcliffe Road, in the City of Toronto and the Don River watershed. Construction works at this location consisted of site set up, assembly and launch of the tunnel boring machines (TBMs). The construction staging site was also used to receive the tunnel liners and the spoils from the TBM during tunnelling and the spoils collected and trucked away to a waste disposal facility. Staff concerns regarding erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourse, valley corridor and natural heritage system including aquatic and terrestrial species and habitats, and water management were addressed. 8. CFN 55517 Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit Stage 1 Vegetation Clearing and Grubbing issued April 7, 2016, and revised November 24, 2016 The purpose of the project was to undertake Stage 1 vegetation clearing and site preparation activities related to the development of the Eglinton Maintenance and Storage Facility (EMSF), located at 3500 Eglinton Avenue West (former Kodak Lands) and Municipal Lands located north of Eglinton Avenue and west of Keelesdale Drive, in the City of Toronto and the Black Creek subwatershed. Staff concerns regarding flood hazards, erosion hazards, pollution and impacts to the valley corridor and natural heritage system were addressed. 7
Item 9.1 9. CFN 55574 Humber River East Abutment issued August 12, 2016 The purpose of the project was to undertake stabilization of the river slopes and remediation of erosion and scour along the Pier 1 of the Metrolinx Humber River Bridge located just south of Highway 401, in the City of Toronto and the Humber River watershed. The proposed works involved remedial works including erosional mitigation measures at the pier and slope toe enhancement/protection works of the valley slope under the bridge. Staff concerns regarding erosion hazards, flood hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourse, valley corridor and natural heritage system including aquatic and terrestrial species and habitats, and conservation concerns were addressed. 10. CFN 55805 Cedarvale Park Storm Sewer Connection issued November 1, 2016 The purpose of the project was to complete the connection between the existing two storm sewers at Cedarvale Park to decommission the portion of storm sewer currently located under Eglinton Subway Station in order to facilitate the development of Cedarvale Station, in the City of Toronto and the Don River watershed. The proposed works involved entering the storm sewer via an existing manhole and demolition of the wall. The demolition waste was removed via the manhole and disposed offsite and all disturbed areas within the park reinstated and restored. Staff concerns regarding erosion hazards and pollution concerns were addressed. 11. CFN 55909 Eglinton Crosstown Light Rail Transit Concrete Box Tunnel Launch Shaft 1 issued August 15, 2016 The purpose of the project was to prepare the existing shaft site, excavate and clear existing debris, and to construct a concrete box tunnel within the existing Launch Shaft 1 (LS-1) located on the south side of Eglinton Avenue and east of Black Creek Drive, in the City of Toronto and the Black Creek subwatershed. Staff concerns regarding flood hazards, erosion hazards, pollution, impacts to the watercourse, valley corridor and natural heritage system including aquatic and terrestrial species and habitats, and water management were addressed. 12. CFN 56617-407 ETR Patrol Yard Expansion - 6200 Steeles Avenue West issued November 25, 2016 The purpose is to expand the existing 407 ETR patrol yard at 6200 Steeles Avenue West, in the City of Vaughan and the Humber River watershed. Works include: a new access driveway off Steeles Avenue, a private entrance ramp from the yard onto Highway 407 West and Regional Road 27 north south ramp, a realignment of Albion Creek to facilitate the new ramp and expansion of the patrol yard, a new salt storage building, and a new maintenance building. Staff concerns regarding flood hazards, impacts to the watercourses and natural heritage system including aquatic and terrestrial species and habitats were addressed. FINANCIAL DETAILS Fees are paid for the review of all VPR projects in accordance with either the current TRCA Administrative Fee Schedule for Environmental Assessment and Infrastructure Permitting Services or based on service level agreements with partner organizations. 8
Item 9.1 DETAILS OF WORK TO BE DONE 1. Staff will continue to advocate the importance and benefits of receiving TRCA permits related to environmental mitigation and hazard risk management at the detailed design stage to other organizations exempt from Conservation Authorities Act Section 28 regulatory approval process. 2. Staff will provide a summary report on issued VPR letters to the Executive Committee on an annual basis. Report prepared by: Shirin Varzgani, extension 5785 Emails: svarzgani@trca.on.ca For Information contact: Beth Williston, extension 5217 Emails: bwilliston@trca.on.ca Date: December 9, 2016 9
SECTION IV Ontario Regulation 166/06, As Amended TO: Chair and Members of the Executive Committee Meeting #11/16, January 13, 2017 Item 10. FROM: Carolyn Woodland, Senior Director, Planning, Greenspace and Communications RE: APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS PURSUANT TO ONTARIO REGULATION 166/06, AS AMENDED Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses KEY ISSUE: Pursuant to Ontario Regulation 166/06, as amended, 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, as amended, for the applications which are listed below: PERMIT APPLICATIONS 10.1-10.6 ARE MAJOR APPLICATION - REGULAR 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 infrastructure works, resolution of violations/after the fact permits, trail construction. CITY OF MARKHAM 10.1 12 STATION LANE 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 and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Lot G, Plan 335, (12 Station Lane), in the City of Markham, Rouge River Watershed. The purpose is to construct an addition to an existing dwelling within a Regulated Area of the Rouge River watershed at 12 Station Lane in the City of Markham. 10
The permit will be issued for the period of January 13, 2017 to January 12, 2019 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing A.1, Basement Plan & Front Elevation, prepared by Gregory Design Group, received by the TRCA December 15, 2016; Drawing A.2, Ground Floor Plan & Rear Elevation, prepared by Gregory Design Group, received by the TRCA December 15, 2016; Drawing A.3, Second Floor Plan & Sections, prepared by Gregory Design Group, received by the TRCA December 15, 2016; Drawing A.4, West and East Elevations, prepared by Gregory Design Group, received by the TRCA December 15, 2016; Drawing A.5. Roof Plan and Site Plan, prepared by Gregory Design Group, received by the TRCA December 15, 2016; Grading Plan, prepared by Ertl Surveyors, dated October 14, 2016, received by the TRCA December 5, 2016; Correspondence, prepared by the applicant, dated December 5, 2016, received by the TRCA December 5, 2016 confirming that the proposed addition will form a part of an existing dwelling unit and no additional residential units are being created. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 11
Proposal: The purpose of this application is to construct an addition to an existing dwelling within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Rouge River watershed in an established residential neighbourhood within the City of Markham. The subject property is located entirely within the Regional Storm Flood Plain and within the Unionville Special Policy Area. The proposed addition is located within a generally flat, manicured rear yard area. In accordance with TRCA's Living City Policies, the proposed addition has been adequately floodproofed to the Regulatory Flood Elevation of 175.26 m.a.s.l and will be able to withstand water flow velocities expected during the Regional Storm Event. Furthermore, basement windows on the existing dwelling are to be removed and will also be flood proofed to the Regulatory Flood Elevation. No new windows are proposed for the new basement area. TRCA staff have advised the applicant that additional residential units within the Special Policy Area can not be supported. As confirmation, the applicant has provided written correspondence which states that the proposal does not involve the creation of additional residential units. As such, TRCA staff are generally satisfied that the proposed works are in keeping with TRCA and Provincial Policy. No significant vegetation removals are required as part of this project, and as such, there are no anticipated flooding, ecology, or geotechnical concerns anticipated with this proposal. Control of Flooding: The proposed addition and existing dwelling will be floodproofed to the Regulatory Flood Elevation. TRCA Water Resources Engineering staff are satisfied that the proposed works will not significantly impact the storage and conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Sediment control fencing will be installed and maintained for the duration of construction to prevent the transport of sediment beyond the area of disturbance required for construction. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical issues associated with this application. Conservation of Land: As a watercourse will not be impacted by the proposal, no fisheries concerns will result. There are no other natural features on or adjacent to the site that may be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings The property is devoid of any significant vegetation, however all disturbed areas will be restored to the existing sodded / manicured condition. 12
Policy Guidelines: The proposal is consistent with Section 8.5.3 - Development within Special Policy Areas - of the Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CFN: 56386 - Application #: 0957/16/MARK Report Prepared by: Anthony Sun 5724 asun@trca.on.ca For information contact: Anthony Sun 5724 asun@trca.on.ca Date: December 22, 2016 13
CITY OF TORONTO [ETOBICOKE YORK COMMUNITY COUNCIL AREA] 10.2 139 LAKE PROMENADE To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 11, 12, Plan 1545, (139 Lake Promenade), in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area), Waterfront Watershed. The purpose is to acknowledge the construction of an enclosed frame porch to the rear of the existing single family detached dwelling at 139 Lake Promenade in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York). The permit will be issued for the period of January 13, 2017 to February 12, 2017 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. A1, Site Plan, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016; Drawing No. A2, Basement Floor Plan, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016; Drawing No. A3, First Floor Plan, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016; Drawing No. A4, South (Rear) Elevation, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016; Drawing No. A5, Partial West (Side) Elevation, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016; Drawing No. A6, Partial East (Side) Elevation, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016; Drawing No. A7, Section, prepared by EKP Designs Inc., dated July 2016, received on October 3, 2016. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 14
Proposal: The purpose of this application is to acknowledge the construction of an enclosed frame porch to the rear of the existing single family detached dwelling at 139 Lake Promenade. The subject site is located west of Kipling Avenue and south of Lake Shore Boulevard West in the City of Toronto (Etobicoke York Community Council Area). Permit After the Fact: The applicant completed construction without the benefit of any TRCA or municipal permits. As a result, the applicant paid double the application review fee as required for permits issued "after the fact". In addition, the expiry of the permit has been changed to reflect the completion of the project. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are not located within a Regulatory Flood Plain and the proposal will have no impact on the storage and/or conveyance of floodwaters. Pollution: Sediment and erosion controls are not required as the works have already been completed. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: The subject porch is located approximately 30 metres from the top of slope. TRCA staff are satisfied that there are no slope stability/erosion concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: The proposed works are located no further towards Lake Ontario than the existing limits of development. There are no other significant natural features on, or adjacent to, the site that would be negatively impacted by the project. Plantings No plantings are required as part of this project. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 8.6 Flood, Erosion, and Dynamic Beach Hazards of the Lake Ontario Shoreline of The Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CFN: 56701 - Application #: 1013/16/TOR Report Prepared by: Nicole Moxley 5968 nmoxley@trca.on.ca For information contact: Steve Heuchert 5311 sheuchert@trca.on.ca Date: December 23, 2016 15
CITY OF VAUGHAN 10.3 18 RIVERSIDE BOULEVARD 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 on Part Lot 32, Concession 1 Part Lot 100, Plan NO. 3765, (18 Riverside Boulevard), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to recognize the construction of a 35.19 sq. m. (378.78 sq. ft.) pergola structure at the rear of an existing single detached dwelling within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed. The described works were carried out without TRCA permits or municipal permits. As such, the applicant has paid double the permit application fee amount for this permit "after-the-fact'. The property is located on lands known municipally as 18 Riverside Boulevard, in the City of Vaughan. The permit will be issued for the period of January 13, 2017 to July 12, 2017 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Site Plan, prepared by applicant, received by TRCA on December 8, 2016; Sheet L129, Details, prepared by MHLA Inc., dated May 2014, received by TRCA on December 8, 2016. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose of this application is to recognize the construction of a 35.19 sq. m. (378.78 sq. ft.) pergola structure at the rear of an existing single detached dwelling within a Regulated Area of the Don River Watershed. The described works were carried out without TRCA permits or municipal permits. As such, the applicant has paid double the application fee for this permit "after-the-fact'. The property is located on lands known municipally as 18 Riverside Boulevard, in the City of Vaughan. 16
TRCA staff previously issued a permit (TRCA Project Reference # 0450/12/VAUG, C-120664, issued on August 10, 2012, expired August 9, 2014) to facilitate the construction of a new dwelling, in-ground swimming pool and patio area and to conduct minor grading works on the property. TRCA became aware of the pergola structure through review of a Minor Variance application (A198/16) which was submitted to permit a reduced setback from the interior side lot line for the pergola. Through review of the Minor Variance application, the applicant was informed that the subject pergola was not a part of the approved plans previously permitted by TRCA. The southern portion of the subject property is traversed by a valley corridor associated with the East Don River. Based on TRCA staff review, the location of the pergola is generally flat and consists of manicured lawn. Furthermore, the structure is appropriately setback from the valley slope, such that it can be maintained without impacting the natural feature/landform or being affected by geotechnical impacts. Additionally, the property is entirely outside of the Regional Storm Flood Plain associated with the East Don River. As such, there are no geotechnical, ecological or flood related impacts anticipated with the subject works. Fee and Permit Timing: As the works were completed prior to the issuance of a permit under Ontario Regulation 166/06, the permit is to be issued "after-the-fact". The applicant has paid double the application fee as required for a permit issued "after-the-fact" in association with the violation of Ontario Regulation 166/06. In addition, the time frame for this permit has been adjusted to reflect that the works have been completed (i.e. 6 months). Control of Flooding: The subject works are located outside of the Regional Storm Flood Plain. As such, no impacts to flood storage and conveyance will occur as a result of the works. Pollution: Erosion and sediment controls are not required for this application, as works have already been completed. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns with this project. Conservation of Land: The location of the constructed works is void of any significant vegetation. Plantings Given that no significant vegetation was removed during construction of this project, no plantings are required. 17
Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 8.4 - General Regulation Policies - and Section 8.5.1.7 - Property Improvements and Non-habitable Accessory Structures - of The Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CFN: 57035 - Application #: 1274/16/VAUG Report Prepared by: Stephen Bohan 5743 sbohan@trca.on.ca For information contact: Coreena Smith 5269 csmith@trca.on.ca Date: December 20, 2016 18
10.4 350 VELLORE WOODS BOULEVARD 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 on Part Lot 16, Concession 5 Block 224, Plan 65M-3498, Block 85, Plan 65M-3446, (350 Vellore Woods Boulevard), in the City of Vaughan, Don River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within TRCA's regulated area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 13.7 sq. m. (147.72 sq. ft.) covered patio and 7.4 sq. m. (80 sq. ft.) shed and recognize an existing 27.1 sq. m. (291.7 sq. ft.) deck. A portion of the works were constructed without TRCA or Municipal permits. As such, the applicant has paid double the application fee as required for a permit "after-the-fact" in association with the violation of Ontario Regulation 166/06. The subject property is located on lands known municipally as 350 Vellore Woods Boulevard, in the City of Vaughan. The permit will be issued for the period of January 13, 2017 to January 12, 2019 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Engineer Letter, prepared by I. Katzenberg, dated November 13, 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; Site Plan, prepared by applicant, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; Sheet No. A1, Site Plan, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016, redline revised by TRCA staff on December 12, 2016 for silt fence; Sheet No. A1, Site Plan, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; Sheet No. A2, Existing First Floor Plan, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; Sheet No. A3, Existing First Floor Plan, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; Sheet No. A4, Existing Second Floor Plan, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; Sheet No. A8, Section A - Section B, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016; 19
Sheet No. A1, Deck Detail - Stair Detail, prepared by Tony Valentin Design, revision no. 2 dated November 2016, received by TRCA on November 17, 2016. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: Proposal: The purpose is to undertake works within TRCA's regulated area of the Don River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 13.7 sq. m. (147.72 sq. ft.) covered patio and 7.4 sq. m. (80 sq. ft.) shed and recognize an existing 27.1 sq. m. (291.7 sq. ft.) deck. A portion of the works were constructed without TRCA or Municipal permits. As such, the applicant has paid double the application fee as required for a permit "after-the-fact" in association with the violation of Ontario Regulation 166/06. The subject property is located on lands known municipally as 350 Vellore Woods Boulevard, in the City of Vaughan. A portion of the subject property is located within the Regional Storm flood plain associated with a tributary of the West Don River. The subject patio and deck are partially located within the Regional Storm flood plain. TRCA staff are satisfied that the proposed covered patio and existing deck have been appropriately designed such that they will withstand the depths and velocities associated with the Regional Storm flood plain and will not result in impacts to storage and/or conveyance of flood waters. The proposed shed is located outside of the Regional Storm flood plain. Furthermore, the location of all the works is generally flat and is void of any significant natural features. As such, there are no flooding, geotechnical, or ecological related concerns anticipated with this project. Fee and Permit Timing: As a portion of the works were completed prior to the issuance of a permit under Ontario Regulation 166/06, the permit is to be issued "after-the-fact". The applicant has paid double the application fee as required for a permit "after-the-fact" in association with the violation of Ontario Regulation 166/06. Control of Flooding: The subject patio and deck are partially located within the Regional Storm flood plain. TRCA staff are satisfied that the structures are appropriately designed such that they will withstand the depths and velocities associated with the Regional Storm flood plain and will not result in impacts to storage and/or conveyance of flood water. Pollution: Sediment control fencing will be erected and maintained along the area of disturbance to prevent the migration of sediment into the adjacent stream corridor. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable. Erosion: There are no geotechnical and/or slope stability concerns with this project. Conservation of Land: No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of this project. 20
Plantings Given that no significant vegetation is to be removed during construction of this project, no plantings are required. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 8.5.1.7 - Property Improvements and Non-habitable Accessory Structures - of The Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CFN: 56886 - Application #: 1191/16/VAUG Report Prepared by: Stephen Bohan 5743 sbohan@trca.on.ca For information contact: Coreena Smith 5269 csmith@trca.on.ca Date: December 14, 2016 21
TOWN OF CALEDON 10.5 80 JAMES STREET To construct, reconstruct, erect or place a building or structure on Lot 41, 42, 43, Plan BOL-7, 80 James Street, in the Town of Caledon, Humber River Watershed. The purpose is to undertake works within TRCA's Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 9.7 m by 4.8 m (32 ft by 16 ft) detached garage located at the rear of an existing dwelling associated with a municipal building permit. The permit will be issued for the period of January 13, 2017 to January 12, 2019 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Site Plan, prepared by property owner, received by TRCA on October 5, 2016, redline revised for Erosion and Sediment Control Fencing on December 16, 2016; Main Floor Plan, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016; Roof Plan, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016; Rear and Left Elevation, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016; Front and Rear Elevation, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016; Building Section, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016; Building Section Showing Slab Rebars, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016; Rear and Left Elevation, prepared by Timber Mart, dated September 6, 2016, received by TRCA on November 14, 2016. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 22
Proposal: The purpose of this application is to undertake works within TRCA's Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a 9.7 m by 4.8 m (32 ft by 16 ft) detached garage located at the rear of an existing dwelling associated with a municipal building permit. The subject property is located within the Bolton Special Policy Area (SPA), which allows for certain development within the floodplain provided the proposal meets TRCA and Provincial technical requirements for development within SPAs. The proposed works are floodproofed in accordance with the Town of Caledon's SPA policies and TRCA technical criteria and have been designed to withstand water flow velocities anticipated during the Regional Storm event. In addition, the area to which this application applies is currently a manicured lawn, which is void of any significant vegetation. As such, there are no ecology or geotechnical concerns associated with this project. Control of Flooding: The proposed works are located within the Regional Floodplain. TRCA technical staff has reviewed the proposal and anticipate that the proposed works will not have any significant impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters. Pollution: Appropriate erosion and sediment controls (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 works is within a highly urbanized area within the Village of Bolton and is void of any significant vegetation. As such, no significant vegetation will be removed as a result of this project. Plantings As no vegetation is to be removed by the proposed works, plantings have not been required at this time. Policy Guidelines: This proposal is in conformity with Section 8.5.1.7 (Property Improvements and Non-Habitable Accessory Structures) and Section 8.5.3 (Development within Special Policy Areas) of the Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CFN: 56715 - Application #: 1023/16/CAL Report Prepared by: Nicholas Cascone 5927 ncascone@trca.on.ca For information contact: Leilani Lee-Yates 5370 llee-yates@trca.on.ca Date: December 19, 2016 23
TOWN OF RICHMOND HILL 10.6 LESLIE ELGIN DEVELOPMENTS INC. To site grade and temporarily or permanently place, dump or remove any material, originating on the site or elsewhere on Part 27, Part Lot 28 Lot, Concession 3 Block 10, Plan 65M-3997, (10961 and 11121 Leslie Street), in the Town of Richmond Hill, Rouge River Watershed as located on the property owned by Leslie Elgin Developments Inc.. The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Rouge River Watershed to facilitate the construction of a new sanitary sewer and manholes crossing under Leslie Street through the combined use of trenchless technology and open cut in support of OMB approved draft plan of subdivision 19T(R)-04009. The permit will be issued for the period of January 13, 2017 to January 12, 2019 in accordance with the following documents and plans which form part of this permit: Drawing No. 103, Sheet No. 4 of 7 - Leslie Elgin Developments Inc. Phase 1, prepared by Cole Engineering dated revised December 12, 2016, stamped received December 15, 2016; Drawing No. R-4, Leslie Street Restoration Planting Plan and Planting Materials List, prepared by MBTW Group, dated revised October 28, 2016, stamped received December 21, 2016; Drawing No. D-1, Planting Details, prepared by MBTW Group, dated May 2014, dated revised June 20, 2014, stamped received October 19, 2016. RATIONALE The application was reviewed by staff on the basis of the following information: 24
Proposal: The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Rouge River Watershed. Located north of Elgin Mills Avenue, on Leslie Street, south of 19th Avenue in the Town of Richmond Hill, the applicant is proposing to construct a new sanitary sewer connection and manholes connecting to the Region of York main line under Leslie Street. The proposed works will utilize a combination of open cut and trenchless technology to undertake the works and to minimize any anticipated impacts to the adjacent watercourse, wetlands and Redside Dace habitat. The works are to provide sanitary services to the OMB approved draft plan of subdivision 19T(R)-04009. The applicant has obtained a permission to undertake the works within the road right-of way from the Region of York and TRCA has received email confirmation from the Ministry of Natural Resources with respect to the timing of the works to be completed between January 1 - April 1, 2017. As such, an extension to the fisheries timing window was not required by the MNRF with respect to the proposed works. Furthermore, as the works are to be completed within 2 weeks in January, TRCA does not anticipate any geotechnical or ecological issues with the proposed works. Control of Flooding: A portion of the open cut staging area for the works is located within the existing Regional Floodplain. The trenchless technology to be utilized for installation of the sanitary sewer under Leslie Street and adjacent to the Redside Dace habitat is to be undertaken through jack and bore. As such, no pressurized drilling fluid or FRAC out contingency is required. The works are proposed to be undertaken in January 2016 and is anticipated to be completed within 2 weeks, and as such, no impacts to the storage and/or conveyance of flood waters are anticipated. Pollution: Erosion and sediment control measures, including double heavy duty silt fence with straw bales will be implemented prior to construction and maintained for the duration of the works. Rock check dams will also be used with Filtrexx to protect existing roadside swales within the right-ofway in order to prevent construction generated sediments from migrating off site. All disturbed areas will by immediately stabilized post construction with a straw blanket covering the seed and mulch application. All erosion and sediment control measures have been provided in accordance with the TRCA Erosion and Sediment Control Guideline for Urban Construction. Furthermore, a contingency plan has been provided on the plans in case of containment issues. Dynamic Beaches: Not applicable Erosion: No geotechnical/slope stability concerns associated with this application. Conservation of Land: All disturbed areas will be stabilized and the appropriate sediment and erosion control structures will be implemented to the satisfaction of the TRCA. No significant vegetation will be removed as a result of construction. All disturbed areas will by immediately stabilized post construction with a straw blanket covering the seed and mulch application. The fisheries timing window applied to the works have been confirmed by MNRF to be January 1, 2017 to April 1, 2017. All works are to be completed prior to April 1, 2016. 25
Plantings Native non-invasive trees and shrubs will be planted in areas of disturbance, and the area will be restored with valleyland seed mix to the satisfaction of the TRCA. Policy Guidelines: This proposal complies with Section 8.9 Infrastructure Policies of the The Living City Policies for Planning and Development in the Watersheds of the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CFN: 56573 - Application #: 1078/16/RH Report Prepared by: Doris Cheng 5306 dcheng@trca.on.ca For information contact: Doris Cheng 5306 dcheng@trca.on.ca Date: December 22, 2016 26
10.7 STANDARD DELEGATED PERMITS Standard Permits, including Emergency Infrastructure Works permissions, are implemented by Planning and Development Division staff and are received monthly by the Executive Committee. Standard Permits, including Emergency Infrastructure Works permissions, are subject to the authorization of designated staff appointed as Enforcement Officers, as per Authority Res.#A198/13, #A199/13 and #A103/15, respectively. All standard and emergency infrastructure works are non-complex permissions consistent with TRCA approved policies and procedures and issued for a time period of two years of less. CITY OF BRAMPTON MARKVIEW HOME CORP. - Humber River Watershed The purpose is to undertake works within a TRCA Regulated Area of the Humber River Watershed in order to facilitate grading operations associated with a plan of subdivision application to permit a residential development within the Vales of Humber Secondary Plan. CFN: 56722 - Application #: 1030/16/BRAM Report Prepared by: Adam Miller, extension 5244, email amiller@trca.on.ca For information contact: Adam Miller, extension 5244, email amiller@trca.on.ca Date: December 6, 2016 27 ALOMA CRESCENT - Etobicoke Creek Watershed The purpose is to undertake work within TRCA's Regulated Area of the Etobicoke Creek Watershed in order to facilitate the construction of a new unit located in the basement of an existing dwelling associated with a municipal building permit. CFN: 56587 - Application #: 1094/16/BRAM Report Prepared by: Nicholas Cascone, extension 5927, email ncascone@trca.on.ca For information contact: Nicholas Cascone, extension 5927, email ncascone@trca.on.ca Date: December 6, 2016 CITY OF MARKHAM CIM MACKENZIE CREEK INC. - Rouge River Watershed The purpose is to conduct minor site grading and construct a temporary sales centre within a Regulated Area of the Rouge River watershed at 9900 Markham Road in the City of Markham. CFN: 56589 - Application #: 1096/16/MARK Report Prepared by: Anthony Sun, extension 5724, email asun@trca.on.ca For information contact: Anthony Sun, extension 5724, email asun@trca.on.ca Date: October 27, 2016 CITY OF MARKHAM - Rouge River Watershed The purpose is to develop a new neighborhood park including site grading and construction of a pathway using engineered fill. 27