July 15, 2019 - Minutes
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Regular Council meeting for Public Hearings
Monday, July 15, 2019
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Council Chambers |
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Mayor Malcolm D. Brodie, Chair Claudia Jesson, Acting Corporate Officer |
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Call to Order: |
Mayor Brodie opened the proceedings at 7:01 p.m. |
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9894 (RZ 17-777664) |
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Applicant’s Comments: |
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The applicant reviewed the highlights of the development and noted a cross access agreement was put in place with the original rezoning of the neighboring property at 7411 Moffatt Road. Following direction from Council, the applicant attempted unsuccessfully to meet with the Strata Council of 7411 Moffatt Road to negotiate usage and maintenance for the shared driveway. |
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Written Submissions: |
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(a) |
7411 Moffatt Road Residents (Schedule 1) |
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(b) |
Andrea Chan, 7439 Moffatt Road (Schedule 2) |
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(c) |
Jessie Liu, President of the Owner’s Council of 7411 Moffatt Road (Schedule 3) |
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(d) |
George Qiao, 7411 Moffatt Road (Schedule 4) |
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(e) |
Andrew Chen, Strata Manager, Century 21 Prudential Estates (RMD) Ltd. (Schedule 5) |
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(f) |
Phoebe Wu, Matthew Cheng Architect Inc. (Schedule 6) |
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Submissions from the floor: |
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Andrew Chen, Strata Manager of 7411 Moffatt Road, explained it was difficult to identify the statutory right of way. |
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George Qiao, 7411 Moffatt Road, expressed his opposition to the project and noted: |
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the impact a shared driveway would have on safety and noise within their complex; |
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the additional units will significantly increase the number of vehicles using the driveway; |
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the requirement for having the developers provide safety control measures; |
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concerns related to the adequacy of public engagement; |
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the lack of courtesy shown by the developer toward owners of 7411 Moffatt Road; and |
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concern that the conflict between the developer and neighbouring property owners could escalate. |
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Kelly Chan, 7411 Moffatt Road, expressed opposition to the project due to: |
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safety concerns relating to the shared driveway; |
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increased traffic and the creation of an intersection between the two developments; |
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noise pollution and the resulting impact on residents’ well-being; and |
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lack of consultation with owners. |
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Ms. Chan noted that most residents would be open to a fair compromise. |
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In response to a question from Council, staff confirmed that the sale of property in British Columbia requires conveyancing by a notary or lawyer, and both professionals would have been familiar with the statutory right of way listed on title since 2012. |
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PH19/7-1 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9894 be given second and third readings. |
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The question on the motion was not called as discussion ensued regarding the need for property purchasers to undertake due diligence prior to purchasing property. It was noted that this type of shared driveway and statutory right of ways are a common practice in Richmond. |
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In response to questions from Council, staff confirmed that (i) the width of the driveway is designed for two-way traffic, (ii) the proposed plan is the optimal layout for the two developments, and (iii) no visitor parking stalls would be lost. |
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The question on the motion was then called and it was CARRIED with Cllr. Au opposed. |
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OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW 9000, AMENDMENT BYLAW 10011 AND RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9932 (RZ 17-766714) |
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Applicant’s Comments: |
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The applicant was available to respond to queries. |
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Written Submissions: |
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Staff Memorandum dated July 15, 2019 (Schedule 7) |
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Submissions from the floor: |
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None. |
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PH19/7-2 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Official Community Plan Bylaw 9000, Amendment Bylaw 10011 be given second and third readings. |
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CARRIED |
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PH19/7-3 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9932 be given second reading, as amended. |
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CARRIED |
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PH19/-74 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9932 be given third reading. |
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CARRIED |
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 9939 (RZ 18-802621) |
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Applicant’s Comments: |
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The applicant was available to respond to queries. |
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Written Submissions: |
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None. |
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Submissions from the floor: |
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None. |
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PH19/7-5 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 9939 be given second and third readings. |
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CARRIED |
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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SINGLE-FAMILY LOT SIZE POLICY 5420 (SECTION 36 BLOCK 4 NORTH RANGE 7 WEST) AND RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 10035 (RZ 17-784927) |
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Applicant’s Comments: |
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The applicant was available to respond to queries. |
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Written Submissions: |
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(a) |
Petition from Hollypark Residents (Schedule 8) |
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(b) |
David and Thuy Lexier, 5217 Hollycroft Drive (Schedule 9) |
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(c) |
John Leung, 10140 Railway Avenue (Schedule 10) |
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Submissions from the floor: |
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Patricia White, 10040 Hollycroft Gate, expressed opposition to the project because access to the proposed six homes would be provided via the existing subdivision’s gate. She stated that access from Railway Avenue would eliminate added vehicular traffic within the subdivision. |
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Kevin Krygier, 5220 Hollycroft Drive, noted: |
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parking problems on the street and in alleys currently experienced by the subdivision; |
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the proposal could lead to commercialization of the neighbourhood; |
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townhouses with access from Railway Avenue would be better suited to the area; and |
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public feedback was limited by the short notice for the public hearing. |
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In response to questions from Council, staff advised: |
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the intent for single family properties is to capitalize on the lane ways by building coach houses; |
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Bylaw Officers will be requested to check the neighborhood regarding the parking concerns; |
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access to online information and submissions for this project was available for quite some time and the Public Hearing package was posted online on July 8, 2019; |
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notifications regarding this proposal were mailed to property owners in March 2019; |
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if a duplex were put on the site or the property was subdivided, a secondary suite would have to be included in the planning; and |
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the applicant has been working on this project for two years. |
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Greg Kearson, resident of the Hollies, expressed his concerns regarding the public notification process for this project. |
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The applicant, Raman Kooner, 3777 Hornsby Drive, provided the following comments: |
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there will be no over-height buildings; |
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this site is the only property suited to densification; |
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Hollycroft Gate would be the nearest access point; |
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parking in the lanes is a problem despite a number of calls to the Bylaws Department; |
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secondary suites will also affect parking; and |
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willingness to consider other forms of development. |
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As a result of the discussion, the following referral motion was introduced: |
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PH19/7-6 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That the application be referred to staff to explore alternative density options for 10200/10220 Railway Avenue. |
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The question on the referral motion was not called as discussion further took place and the following considerations were noted: |
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improved access for the development to ease congestion in the existing subdivision; |
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immediate enforcement of laneway parking that impedes access; and |
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upgrading of heavily used lanes with suitable lighting and signage. |
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The question on the referral motion was then called and it was CARRIED. |
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 10047 (RZ 18-829032) |
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Applicant’s Comments: |
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The applicant was available to respond to queries. |
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Written Submissions: |
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(a) |
Richmond resident (Schedule 11) |
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(b) |
Yvonne Bell, 10431 Mortfield Road (Schedule 12) |
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Submissions from the floor: |
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None. |
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PH19/7-7 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10047 be given second and third readings. |
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CARRIED Opposed: Cllr. Wolfe |
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RICHMOND ZONING BYLAW 8500, AMENDMENT BYLAW 10048 (RZ 17-790958) |
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Applicant’s Comments: |
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The applicant was available to respond to queries. |
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Written Submissions: |
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None. |
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Submissions from the floor: |
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None. |
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PH19/7-8 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That Richmond Zoning Bylaw 8500, Amendment Bylaw 10048 be given second and third readings. |
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CARRIED |
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ADJOURNMENT |
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PH19/7-9 |
It was moved and seconded |
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That the meeting adjourn (8:42 p.m.). |
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CARRIED |
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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 15, 2019. |
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Mayor (Malcolm D. Brodie) |
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Acting Corporate Officer (Claudia Jesson) |