1.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7711 (ZT 04-269236)

(Applicant:  City of Richmond)

Applicants Comments:

None.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH 04/7-1

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7711 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

PH 04/7-2

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7711 be adopted.

CARRIED

2.

Proposed Single-Family Lot Size Policy (Section 23-4-7) and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7730 (RZ 04-268683)

(8100 No. 1 Road; Applicant:  Shinder Sahota)

Applicants Comments:

None.

Written Submissions:

(a)

J.P. Desbiens, 4471 Coventry Drive, Richmond (Schedule 1)

(b)

Tyla Meyer, 4380 Coventry Drive, Richmond (Schedule 2)

Submissions from the floor:

Doug Symons, 8191 Claysmith Road, inquired about the City's long term  plan for Coldfall Road.  He stated his concern about the density of traffic which would occur in the area, and the number of access lanes being built due to the increase in development in the City.

PH04/7-3

It was moved and seconded

That Single Family Lot Size Policy 5437 (Section 23-4-7), be amended to exclude the following properties:

          8060 No. 1 Road through to and including 8506 No. 1 Road;

          4088 Blundell Road through to and including 4380 Blundell Road, and;

          4171 and 4191 Coldfall Road.

CARRIED

PH04/7-4

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7730 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

3.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw  7739 (RZ 04-260971)

(6211 No. 3 Road; Applicant:  Andrew Cheung Architects Inc.)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

(a)

Roger Brandon, 777 Hornby Street, #600, Vancouver (Schedule 3)

(b)

Susan , 6088 Minoru Boulevard-#903, Richmond (Schedule 4)

(c)

E. Ching, 6080 Minoru Boulevard-#605, Richmond (Schedule 5).

(d)

Joe, 6080 Minoru Boulevard - #607, Richmond (Schedule 6)

(e)

Peter, 6088 Minoru Boulevard-#1207, Richmond (Schedule 7)

Submissions from the floor:

Patrick Chun, 6081 No. 3 Road, stated his concern about the increase of traffic on No. 3 Road and the possible devaluation of the property which he manages.  He also noted his concern about the quality of life for residents, and the economic well being of businesses in the area. (Schedule 8)

Ms. J. Chu, 12-6088 Minoru Boulevard, stated her opposition to the proposed rezoning.  She also stated her concern about the location of and generation of noise from transformers on top of Richmond Centre, which caused her lack of sleep.

Mr. Len Gray, 6080 Minoru Boulevard, stated his concern about the number of high rise buildings being developed on No. 3 Road.  He stated that these buildings blocked sunlight, were not aesthetically pleasant, and increased the density of traffic in the area.

PH04/7-5

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7739 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

4.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7740 (RZ 04-267103)

(5811 & 5851 No. 3 Road; Applicant:  Bosa Properties Inc.)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-6

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7740 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

5.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7741 (RZ 04-263293)

(2191 McLennan Avenue; Applicant:  Balaram Ghosh)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-7

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7741 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

6.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7742 (RZ 04-257429)

(6660, 6760, 6780 and 6784 Lynas Lane; Applicant:  Vermillion Properties Ltd.)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

(a)

Wendy Beckett, 6800 Lynas Lane, #12, Richmond (Schedule 9).

Submissions from the floor:

A resident, 9468 Lynas Lane, stated her concern about the increase in the volume of traffic which would occur on Lynas Lane because of this development.  Staff advised that a traffic volume study would be done in this area in September.

Mrs. Pearl Overhill, 8540 Littlemore Place, requested that traffic lights be installed at the intersection of Lynas Lane and Garrison Road to help prevent accidents.

PH04/7-8

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7742 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

7.

Proposed Single-Family Lot Size Policy 5456 (Section 2-4-7) and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7743 (RZ 04-255365)

(5988 Riverdale Drive; Applicant:  Rajinder Takhar)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

(a)

Erika Simm, Richmond Resident (Schedule 10)

(b)

Harminder Grewal, 4811 Webster Road, Richmond (Schedule 11)

(c)

Elias Soursos, 4931 Webster Road, Richmond (Schedule 12)

(d)

Piara Singh Kailay, 5960 Riverdale Drive, Richmond (Schedule 13)

(e)

Marion Smith, 6580 Mayflower Drive, Richmond (Schedule 14)

(f)

Shiu S. Woo, 4840 Webster Drive, Richmond (Schedule 15)

(g)

Josef Becker, 4991 Westminster Highway, Richmond (Schedule 16)

(h)

Grace Mcreedy, 4951 Westminster Highway, Richmond (Schedule 17)

(i)

Peter S. Qi Want, 4931 Westminster Highway, Richmond (Schedule 18)

(j)

E.J. Martin, 4871 Westminster Highway, Richmond (Schedule 19)

(k)

Sandra & John Hayes, 4851 Westminster Highway, Richmond (Schedule 20)

(l)

Richard Chong, 4711 Westminster Highway, Richmond (Schedule 21)

(m)

Martha Croucher, 4960 Webster Road, Richmond (Schedule 22)

(n)

Donald & Susan Ho, 4900 Webster Road, Richmond (Schedule 23)

Submissions from the floor:

Mrs. Erika Simm, 4991 Westminster Highway, stated her concern about the proposed exclusion of properties from the single family lot size policy 5456 (Section 2-4-7).  She was also concerned about the type of development being allowed on this site, and advised that duplexes would a better fit in the neighbourhood. 

Mrs. Barbara Neff, 4911 Westminster Highway, queried restrictions on the redevelopment of her property.  As well, she was concerned that residents on the south side of Westminster Highway had not been notified of the Public Hearing on this item.

Mrs. Hewlett, 5820 Murchison Road, stated her concern about the densification of the area, the lanes which would surround the neighbourhood because of the City's arterial road policy, and the deterioration of the quality of life in the area because of this development.

Mr. Max Ciprut, 8520 Littlemore Place, asked for information about the Lot Size Policy south of Westminster Highway.

Mr. Kailay, 5960 Riverdale Drive, stated his concern about the devaluation of his property because of this proposal.

Mrs. Erika Simm, 4991 Westminster Highway stated that she was concerned about the look of the proposed development and the negative impact it would have on the neighbourhood.  She also advised that properties across the street were being advertised for sale as subdividable.

Mr. Joseph Becker, 4991 Westminster Highway, asked about lanes in relation to the subdivision and sale of properties.

Mr. Rajinder Takhar, applicant, stated that he was building 2 affordable houses rather than a megahouse and did not think it would negatively impact the area.

PH04/7-9

It was moved and seconded

That the proposal be referred to staff to conduct a public consultation with area residents, including those on both sides of Westminster Highway, to ascertain neighbourhood views on the proposal and Lot size policy options.

CARRIED

Prior to the question on Resolution No. PH04/7-9 being called, staff were directed to comment on the traffic flow for the proposed lane, and advise on whether the proposed lane was a through lane or would end at Riverdale Drive.

The question on Resolution No. PH04/7-9 was then called and it was CARRIED.

PH 04/7-10

It was moved and seconded

That staff review the City's Arterial Road Redevelopment Policy with regard to the establishment of new lanes in areas where there are no existing laneways

CARRIED

8.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7745 (RZ 04-270141)

(8411 No. 1 Road; Applicant:  Mike Olak)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant was not present.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

Mr. Doug Symons, 8191 Claysmith Road, stated his concern about the City's lane policy, access to arterial roads, and the loss of quality of life in the area due to increased development.

PH04/7-11

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7745 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

PH04/7-12

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7745 be adopted.

CARRIED

9.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7746 (RZ 04-270541)

(9231 No. 1 Road; Applicant:  Mike Milic)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-13

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7746 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

PH04/7-14

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7746 be adopted.

CARRIED

10.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7747 (RZ 04-270555)

(4500 Steveston Highway; Applicant:  Vignarajah Sellathurai)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant was not present.

Written Submissions:

(a)

Sue Alcock, 4475 Steveston Highway, Richmond (Schedule 24)

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-15

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7747 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

11.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7748 (RZ 04-270504)

(9411 Williams Road; Applicant:  Les Cohen/ Azim Bhimani

Applicants Comments:

The applicant was not present.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-16

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7748 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

12.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7749 (RZ 04-270692)

(9591 Williams Road; Applicant:  Malhi Construction Ltd.

Applicants Comments:

The applicant stated that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-17

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7749 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

13.

Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw 7750 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7751 (RZ 02-199677)

(3900, 3920, 3940, 3960 and 3980 Youngmore Road; Applicant:  Dana Westermark)

Applicants Comments:

Dana Westermark, Applicant, advised that the developer was responding to concerns of residents regarding traffic in the area by providing a special enhanced signal with countdown pedestrian timer which would allow the traffic light to trip when there was a queue of vehicles.

Written Submissions:

(a)

Nancy and Jay Sakamoto, 3880 Youngmore Road, Richmond (Schedule 25)

(b)

Pearl Overhill, 8540 Littlemore Place (Schedule 26)

Submissions from the floor:

Mrs. McKinnon, 8480 Littlemore Street, stated her opposition to the proposed 23 unit townhouse development on 5 single-family lots and the increase in traffic that would occur in the area.  The speaker stated her preference for single-family development.

Mr. Corry Goumans, 8511 Littlemore Place, stated his concern that the covenants on the properties, which were in place to protect the single-family dwellings were not being honored.  The speaker also indicated that the properties in question have fallen into disrepair pending the rezoning application.

Mr. Joe Gaudet, 3711 Vinmore Avenue, stated his opposition to the proposed development.  He advised that it devalued the properties and did not enhance the community.  The speaker also indicated that the properties have been seriously neglected.

Ms. Pearl Overhill, 8540 Littlemore Place, stated her concern about the density of traffic in the area and advised that the proposed development would bring more traffic.  The speaker stated her preference for 5 or 6 single-family homes instead of the proposed multiple-family development.

Mr. Max Ciprut, 8520 Littlemore Place, stated his concern that the established covenants were not being honoured.  He was also concerned about the density of traffic in the area and stated that this would only increase with the proposed development.

In response to a query from Council, Mr. Erceg, General Manager, Urban Development advised that the City was not a party to the covenants in question.

Mr. Rod Booth, 3931 Youngmore Road, stated that his sons property would be directly impacted by this development.  He advised that he was concerned about the slovenly conditions of the houses that were being redeveloped and felt that the City should not reward this behaviour with increased density.    Mr. Booth stated that re-development should fit in with the existing community.

Mr. Jay Sakamoto, 3880 Youngmore Road, stated that he was opposed to the development and that his covenant stated that only single-family houses could be built in the area.

Mr. Westermark, representing the applicant, stated that the covenants in question were established to prevent the unregulated expansion of the shopping centre.  He stated that the proposed project met with the City's Arterial Road Policy Redevelopment, advising that this site was ideal for the type of density proposed.  He also stated that some of the owners were willing to release their covenants.

Mr. Corry Goumans, 8511 Littlemore Place advised that the area is made up of single family residences and that the covenants should be honoured.

Mr. Max Ciprut, 8520 Littlemore Place stated that the covenants had been established to protect the area and that the subject properties should be redeveloped as single-family homes.

PH04/7-18

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaws 7750 and 7751 be DEFEATED.

The question on Resolution PH04/7-18 was not called as the following referral motion was introduced

PH04/7-19

It was moved and seconded

That the Zoning Amendment Bylaws 7550 & 7551 be referred to staff to explore other options for single-family development.

DEFEATED

OPPOSED: Mayor Brodie

Councillor Rob Howard

The question on PH04/7-18 was then called and it was CARRIED with Councillor Howard opposed.

14.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7752 (RZ 04-268857)

(9491, 9531 & 9551 Ferndale Road and 9520 & 9540 Westminster Highway; Applicant:  Palladium Development Corp.)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

Mr. Doug Parmenter, 9571 Ferndale Road, stated that he was concerned about the increase in traffic which would occur due to the proposed development.  He queried the means of ingress/egress to this development.  He asked for a reconsideration of this development because of safety concerns, accessibility into the property and the devaluation of his property.  In response to a query from Council, staff advised that the installation of traffic lights on Ferndale and Alberta Road would be examined.

Mr. Leonard Brady, 9611 Ferndale Road, stated his concern about ingress/egress into the development.

Mr. Doug Parmenter, 9571 Ferndale Road, requested that staff perform a traffic study in the Ferndale Road area. 

In response to a query from Council, staff advised that traffic monitoring could be done in this area.

PH04/7-20

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7752 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

15

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7754 (RZ 04-266049)

(7571 & 7611 Alderbridge Way; Applicant:  Century Holdings Ltd.

Applicants Comments:

Mr. Larry Doyle, representing the applicant, advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

(a)

Doug Ashcroft, 7680 Alderbridge Way, Richmond (Schedule 27)

Submissions from the floor:

Mr. Malcolm Grey, 7380 Alderbridge Way, stated his concerns about the height and size of the proposed building, the expected increase in traffic, its impact on the area, and lack of street parking which would result because of the development.  In response to a query from Council, staff advised that these issues could be addressed at the Development Permit stage.

PH04/7-21

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7754 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

16.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7756 (RZ 04-270746)

(10620 Gilbert Road; Applicant:  Rav Bains.)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant was not available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-22

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7756 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

PH04/7-23

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7756 be adopted.

CARRIED

17.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7757  (RZ 04-270156)

(7251 Ash Street; Applicant:  Polygon Development 43 Ltd.)

Applicants Comments:

The applicant advised that he was available to answer questions.

Written Submissions:

None.

Submissions from the floor:

None.

PH04/7-24

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7757 be given second and third readings.

CARRIED

PH04/7-25

It was moved and seconded

That Zoning Amendment Bylaw 7757 be adopted.

CARRIED

ADJOURNMENT

PH04/7-26

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (10.28 p.m.).

CARRIED

Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting for Public Hearings of the City of Richmond held on Monday, July 19^th, 2004.

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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie)

Acting City Clerk (David Weber)