MINUTES

1.

It was moved and seconded

That the minutes of the meeting of the Planning Committee held on Tuesday, May 4th, 2004, be adopted as circulated.

CARRIED

NEXT COMMITTEE MEETING DATE

2.

The next meeting of the Committee will be held on Tuesday, June 8^th, 2004, at 4:00 p.m. in the Anderson Room.

Chair advised that the agenda would be varied to hear Item 9 after Item 5.

The Committee extended their congratulations to the Public Works Department for putting on such an informational display at the Public Works Open House day.

In response to a query from the Committee, Mr. Crowe, Manager, Policy Planning, advised that staff had met with representatives from the airport and Mr. Laos about noise concerns.  He noted that Mr. Laos had requested a community meeting, which included all Councillors and Richmond MLAs as well, however, the airport had decided to hold a community meeting facilitated by staff, about airport noise at night only.   He stated that staff will ensure that Committees original resolution for the airport to hold a community meeting on all noise concerns would be adhered to.

3.

APPLICATION BY SYEDA HUMA SHAH FOR REZONING AT 7660 NO. 2 ROAD FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO TOWNHOUSE DISTRICT (R2 - 0.7)
(RZ 03-236469 - Report:  May 4^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7596) (REDMS No. 1241200, 1104215, 1247504)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

In response to a query from the Committee, Mr. Crowe advised that a report concerning secondary suites would be brought to Committee in the near future.

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7596, for the rezoning of 7660 No. 2 Road from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Townhouse District (R2 - 0.7), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

4.

APPLICATION BY MICHAEL LI FOR REZONING AT 11511, 11551, 11571 AND 11591 STEVESTON HIGHWAY FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO TOWNHOUSE DISTRICT (R2-0.6)
(RZ 03-232158 - Report:  May 4^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7712, 7713) (REDMS No. 1221318, 1227695, 1229373, 1081817, 1110004,1118745,1120395, 1120335, 1221325)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

Committee stated their concern that this development did not have vehicular access to the rear lane.  In response Mr. Allueva advised that the residents in the area did not support this development accessing the rear lane because of increased traffic. Discussion then ensued concerning this issue and it was agreed that it was important for this, as well as other developments in the area, to have vehicular access to the lane.

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaws 7712 and 7713 be referred to staff to ensure that the development has appropriate vehicular access to the rear lane.

CARRIED

Councillor Barnes, in accordance with Section 100 of the Community Charter, advised that she was in a potential conflict of interest as she owned property which may be affected by the proposed regulation, and she then left the meeting (4:25 p.m.).

5.

APPLICATION BY G. & R. BASRA FOR REZONING AT 4180 GARRY STREET FROM SINGLE‑FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA A (R1/A)
(RZ 04-268290- Report:  April 27^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7715) (REDMS No. 1230355, 1231196, 822951, 1231509)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7715, for the rezoning of 4180 Garry Street from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area A (R1/A), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

9.

APPLICATION BY LES COHEN & AZIM BHIMANI FOR REZONING AT 4860 GARRY STREET FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA A (R1/A)
(RZ 04-267776 Report:  April 29^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7719) (REDMS No. 1230553, 1237268, 822951)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7719, for the rezoning of 4860 Garry Street from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area A (R1/A), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

Councillor Barnes returned at 4:27 p.m.

6.

APPLICATION BY CHARAN SETHI FOR REZONING AT 9471 NO. 1 ROAD FROM SINGLE‑FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT (R1 - 0.6)
(RZ 04-268153 - Report:  April 27^th, 2004, File No.: 12-8060-20-7716) (REDMS No. 1230348, 1232019)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7716, for the rezoning of 9471 No. 1 Road from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District (R1 - 0.6), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

7.

APPLICATION BY KHALID HASAN FOR REZONING AT 9091 STEVESTON HIGHWAY FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT (R1 - 0.6)
(RZ 04268084; Report:  April 28^th, 2004; File No.:12-8060-20-7717) (REDMS No. 1230901; 1230929; 1235392)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

In response to a query from Committee, Mr. Raul Allueva, Director of Development, advised that the depth of the lots made them unsuitable for coach house use.  Discussion then ensued about density along arterial roads and staff advised that they would explore the opportunity for higher density on this site with the applicant.

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Bylaw 7535, for the rezoning of 9091 Steveston Highway from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area A (R1/A), be abandoned; and
 

(2)

That Bylaw No. 7717, for the rezoning of 9091 Steveston Highway from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District (R1 - 0.6), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

8.

APPLICATION BY FANTASY HOMES LTD. FOR REZONING AT 8511 NO. 1 ROAD FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT (R1 - 0.6)
(RZ 04-267891 - Report:  April 28^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7718) (REDMS No. 1232270, 1233900)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

In response to a query from the Committee, Mr. Allueva, Director of Development advised that the developer had approached the owner of 8531 No. 1 Road with regards to a joint development proposal but was unsuccessful.  He noted that the lots were quite shallow and not amenable to multifamily development.  He stated that the area plan encouraged density on arterial roads and that this was being accomplished in an incremental fashion.

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7718, for the rezoning of 8511 No. 1 Road from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District (R1 - 0.6), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

10.

Application by Matthew Cheng Architect to discharge Land Use Contract 106 and rezone 8280 No. 5 Road to Assembly District (ASY) and Agricultural District (AG1)
(RZ 03-254766 - Report:  May 6^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7720; LUC 106) (REDMS No. 1111608, 1112315)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

STAFF RECOMMENDATION

That Land Use Contract 106 be discharged from 8280 No. 5 Road and that Bylaw No. 7720, to rezone the west 110 m of 8280 No. 5 Road to Assembly District (ASY) and the remainder to Agricultural District (AG1), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

11.

Application by NCL real estate Management Ltd. for Official Community Plan Amendment of a portion of 12251 No. 2 Road from Industrial to Multiple Family and for Rezoning of that portion from Light Industrial District (I2) to Comprehensive Development District (CD/84)
(RZ 03-252028 - Report:  May 4^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7722, 7723) (REDMS No. 1230837, 1237193, 1237195)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

In response to a query from Committee, Mr. Crowe advised that staff were meeting with developers and other stakeholders to discuss the displacement of Light Industrial/Marine Industrial and Service Commercial uses in the Trites Area.  He advised that a report on this issue would not be forthcoming until late July 2004. 

Mr. Raul Allueva, Director of Development, advised that this was a well designed congregate facility.  The applicant had agreed to register a public rights-of-passage to provide a lane which could be accessed by future developments to minimize vehicular access to Moncton Road.   He stated that the applicant had held a public information meeting and feedback from the community was positive.  He advised that the applicant dealt with overshadowing by tapering a large part of the building away from single family houses. 

Committee indicated their concern that this development may be premature since industrial uses in the Trites area had yet to be addressed.  They were also concerned that owners of the ten properties (5560 to 5760 Moncton Street) would not be able to develop their properties if they had to contribute to a lane dedication.

In response to a letter from Jennifer Nakai to Councillor Howard (attached as Schedule 1 and forms a part of these minutes), Chair advised that the Committee did not give preferential treatment to Councillors and noted that if Councillor Howard were present, he would have excused himself for this item.

Mr. Greg Rafter, 5540 Moncton Street, advised that he did not oppose this development, however, he was concerned about the height of this building which was immediately behind single family homes.

Ms. Yvonne Kitade, 5600 Moncton Street, speaking for her mother, advised that she was concerned that her mothers property would be devalued because of the height of the building and the shadow it would cast on the property. 

Mr. Peter Withers, applicant, introduced the team of Pat Fruer and Chris Block, advised that this was a much needed congregate facility for seniors.  There would be minimal traffic since the residents would be transported by the Care Centre itself.  He noted that he had met with and discussed             Mr. Rafters concerns.  

Mr. Chris Block advised that the building had been designed with shallow roofs to help mitigate the height.  With the aid of presentation material, he indicated that a shadow study indicated that shadowing did not affect single family houses on Moncton Street.  He noted that access to the lane would be provided if back lots were subdivided.

Mr. Fruer, advised that this facility was well designed and much needed in the community.

Mr. Kush Panatch, owner of the building, advised that none of the industrial tenants had been evicted.  He stated that this industrial type building was low in height, in disrepair, and had a 20-30% vacancy.  He noted that if this building were redeveloped as an industrial use building, it could be 10 higher than what was now proposed for this site.  He advised that a comprehensive plan was needed for the area.

Discussion then ensued on the need for an Industrial/Commercial use study for the Trites/Steveston Area.  In response to a query from the Committee, Mr. Erceg, General Manager, Urban Development Division, advised that staff would be able to provide a map outlining access options (e.g. lane and road) for the south end of properties on the south side of Moncton Street.  He advised that this would be available for the June 22^nd  meeting of the Planning Committee.

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaws 7722 and 7723 be referred to staff so that a map which outlined access options (e.g. lane and roads) for the south end properties on the south side of Moncton Street could be provided.

CARRIED

 

12.

APPLICATION BY GURMEET JAGDE FOR REZONING AT 9631 NO. 4 ROAD FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT (R1 - 0.6)
(RZ 04-268666 - Report:  April 29^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7728) (REDMS No. 1237521, 1237708, 1237710)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7728, for the rezoning of 9631 No. 4 Road from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Single-Family Housing District (R1 - 0.6), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED
 

13.

APPLICATION BY MAX WORLD ENTERPRISES LTD. FOR REZONING AT 5220 BLUNDELL ROAD FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA E (R1/E) TO COACH HOUSE DISTRICT (R9)
(RZ 04-269065 - Report:  May 4^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7729) (REDMS No. 1238595, 1238798, 1238744)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

That Bylaw No. 7729, for the rezoning of 5220 Blundell Road from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area E (R1/E) to Coach House District (R9), be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

14.

APPLICATION BY TIEN SHER INVESTMENT GROUP INC. TO REZONE 7760, 7780, 7800, AND THE BACK HALF OF 7740 ASH STREET FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA F (R1/F) TO COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (CD/35), TO AMEND COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (CD/35) AND TO AMEND THE MCLENNAN SOUTH SUB-AREA PLAN
(RZ 03-254898- Report:  April 29^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7731, 7732, 7733) (REDMS No. 1230512, 1230664, 1230568, 1245714)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 7731, to amend Schedule 2.10D (McLennan South Sub-Area Plan) by introducing a map amendment affecting the area designated for Residential, Historic Single-Family, 2 storeys maximum 0.55 base FAR, be introduced and given first reading.
 

(2)

That Bylaw No. 7731, having been examined in conjunction with the Capital Expenditure Program, the Waste Management Plan, the Economic Strategy Plan, and the 5 Year Financial Plan, is hereby deemed to be consistent with said program and plans, in accordance with Section 882(3) of the Local Government Act.

CARRIED

15.

MCLENNAN SOUTH SUB-AREA PLAN: SINGLE-FAMILY LOT SIZE POLICY
(Report:  April 29th, 2004, File No12-8060-20-7738/7611, xr 08-4045-20-10-MS) (REDMS No. 1232338, 1257743)

Designated Speaker:  Terry Crowe

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 7611, to amend Schedule 2.10D (McLennan South Sub-Area Plan) be abandoned.
 

(2)

That Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 7738, to amend Schedule 2.10D (McLennan South Sub-Area Plan) by introducing a number of text and map amendments aimed at permitting:
 

(a)

large-sized lots (e.g. 18 m/59 ft. minimum frontage) fronting Ash and Bridge Streets, and

(b)

medium-sized lots (e.g. 12 m/39 ft. minimum frontage) fronting on new roads and General Currie Road,

in the area designated for Residential, Historic Single-Family, 2 1/2 - storeys max., 0.55 FAR, be introduced and given first reading.
 

(3)

That Bylaw No. 7738, having been considered in conjunction with:
 

(a)

The City's Financial Plan and Capital Program, and

(b)

The Greater Vancouver Regional District Solid Waste and Liquid Waste Management Plans,
 

is hereby deemed to be consistent with said program and plans, in accordance with Section 882(3)(a) of the Local Government Act.
 

(4)

That Bylaw No. 7738, having been considered in accordance with the City Policy on Consultation During OCP Development, is hereby deemed not to require further consultation.

CARRIED

16.

APPLICATION BY AMAR SANDHU FOR A REZONING AT 7131 BRIDGE STREET FROM SINGLE-FAMILY HOUSING DISTRICT, SUBDIVISION AREA F (R1/F) TO COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (CD/140)
(RZ 02-218186- Report:  May 5^th, 2004, File No.:12-8060-20-7734, 7522) (REDMS No. 1241111, 1249077)

Designated Speaker:  Raul Allueva

It was moved and seconded

(1)

That Bylaw No. 7522, for the rezoning of 7131 Bridge Street from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area F (R1/F) to Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area B (R1/B) be abandoned;
 

(2)

That Bylaw No. 7734, to amend Richmond Zoning and development Bylaw 5300 by creating a new single-family residential zone, "Comprehensive Development District (CD/140)", and for the rezoning of 7131 Bridge Street from Single-Family Housing District, Subdivision Area F (R1/F) to "Comprehensive Development District (CD/140)", be introduced and given first reading.

CARRIED

17.

AIRPORT BUILDING HEIGHT OPTIONS
(Report:  May 4^th, 2004, File No.: 0153-01, xr0025-01) (REDMS No. 1227555)

Designated Speaker:  Terry Crowe

Mr. Terry Crowe, Manager, Policy Planning, advised that staff, along with the Vancouver International Airport Authority, would explore the possibilities of if, where and how building height could be increased safely in the City.

It was moved and seconded

That, staff be authorized to explore, along with the Vancouver International Airport Authority (VIAA), the possibility and implications of increasing building height in Richmond, as stated in the report (dated May 4^th, 2004 from the Manager of Policy Planning).

CARRIED

18.

MANAGERS REPORT

Mr. Joe Erceg, advised that the Public Hearing on the City of New Westminsters designation casino had been postponed and that more material was being sent to staff for review and comment.

ADJOURNMENT

It was moved and seconded

That the meeting adjourn (6:30 p.m.).

CARRIED

Certified a true and correct copy of the Minutes of the meeting of the Planning Committee of the Council of the City of Richmond held on Tuesday, May 18^th, 2004.

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Councillor Bill McNulty
Chair

Desiree Wong
Acting Administrative Assistant