Item - 2016.TE16.4
Tracking Status
- City Council adopted this item on June 7, 2016 with amendments.
- This item was considered by Toronto and East York Community Council on May 10, 2016 and was adopted with amendments. It will be considered by City Council on June 7, 2016.
TE16.4 - Final Report - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Ward:
- 28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
City Council Decision
City Council on June 7, 8 and 9, 2016, adopted the following:
1. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Municipal Board to authorize the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan (adopted by City Council in 2003) to be brought into force and effect for those lands within the Lower Yonge Precinct, identified on Map J1 within the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
2. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request that the Ontario Municipal Board amend the former City of Toronto Official Plan and Central Waterfront Secondary Plan, substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, with Schedule 1 of the draft Official Plan Amendment attached to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District amended by adding the words "in particular, improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal" to part f) in Section 7.1.6 so that part f) now reads:
f) parkland improvements in the vicinity of the Lower Yonge Precinct, in particular, improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal.
3. City Council acknowledge that the policies set out in Section 6.2 of the draft Official Plan Amendment, attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, do not prejudice in any way the ongoing negotiations between the City and owners of nearby development lands, as it regards the relationship to and compatibility with the Redpath Sugar facility.
4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment as may be required.
5. City Council endorse the Lower Yonge Precinct Plan, dated April 2016, attached as Attachment 6 to the report (April 15, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
6. City Council direct staff to confirm with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change that the lands within the Lower Yonge Precinct, identified on Map J1 within the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, should be classified as a Class 4 area under Ministry of Environment (now Ministry of Environment and Climate Change) Environmental Noise Guideline, Stationary and Transportation Sources - Approval and Planning, Publication NPC-300, August 2013.
7. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to:
a. release the Noise, Odour and Air Quality Assessment for the Lower Yonge Precinct, prepared by Golder Associates on behalf of the City;
b. continue to meet with area landowners with respect to any further matters of concern related to compatibility with Redpath Sugar; and
c. report further directly to City Council as necessary.
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Background Information (Community Council)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92511.pdf
Attachment 6 - Part 1 - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92733.pdf
Attachment 6 - Part 2 - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92734.pdf
Attachment 6 - Part 3 - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92735.pdf
Communications (Community Council)
(May 3, 2016) Letter from Joel D. Farber, Fogler, Rubinoff LLP, on behalf of Torstar Corporation (TE.Supp.TE16.4.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60485.pdf
(May 6, 2016) Letter from Kevin Vuong, Chair, Southcore Community Association (TE.Supp.TE16.4.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60487.pdf
(May 6, 2016) Letter from Jonathan Rodger, Zelinka Priamo Limited, consultants for CP REIT Ontario Properties Limited and Loblaw Properties Limited (TE.Supp.TE16.4.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60488.pdf
(May 9, 2016) Letter from Suzanne Kavanagh, President, St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Association (TE.Supp.TE16.4.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60544.pdf
Communications (City Council)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/cc/comm/communicationfile-61116.pdf
(June 6, 2016) Letter from Mark R. Flowers, Davies Howe Partners LLP (CC.New.TE16.4.7)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/cc/comm/communicationfile-61140.pdf
(June 7, 2016) Letter from Cynthia A. MacDougall, McCarthy Tetrault LLP (CC.New.TE16.4.8)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/cc/comm/communicationfile-61152.pdf
Motions (City Council)
That:
1. City Council acknowledge that the policies set out in Section 6.2 of the draft Official Plan Amendment, attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, do not prejudice in any way the ongoing negotiations between the City and owners of nearby development lands, as it regards the relationship to and compatibility with the Redpath Sugar facility.
2. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to:
a. release the Noise, Odour and Air Quality Assessment for the Lower Yonge Precinct, prepared by Golder Associates on behalf of the City;
b. continue to meet with area landowners with respect to any further matters of concern related to compatibility with Redpath Sugar; and
c. report further directly to City Council as necessary.
Vote (Amend Item (Additional)) Jun-08-2016 6:39 PM
Result: Carried | Majority Required - TE16.4 - McConnell - motion 1 |
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Total members that voted Yes: 37 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie, Maria Augimeri, Ana Bailão, Jon Burnside, John Campbell, Christin Carmichael Greb, Shelley Carroll, Raymond Cho, Josh Colle, Gary Crawford, Joe Cressy, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Mary Fragedakis, Mark Grimes, Michelle Holland, Stephen Holyday, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Giorgio Mammoliti, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, James Pasternak, Gord Perks, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, David Shiner, Michael Thompson, John Tory, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
Total members that were Absent: 7 | Members that were absent are Justin J. Di Ciano, Frank Di Giorgio, Paula Fletcher, Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Josh Matlow, Ron Moeser |
Vote (Adopt Item as Amended) Jun-08-2016 6:40 PM
Result: Carried | Majority Required - TE16.4 - Adopt the item as amended |
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Total members that voted Yes: 37 | Members that voted Yes are Paul Ainslie, Maria Augimeri, Ana Bailão, Jon Burnside, John Campbell, Christin Carmichael Greb, Shelley Carroll, Raymond Cho, Josh Colle, Gary Crawford, Joe Cressy, Vincent Crisanti, Janet Davis, Glenn De Baeremaeker, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, Mary Fragedakis, Mark Grimes, Michelle Holland, Stephen Holyday, Mike Layton, Chin Lee, Giorgio Mammoliti, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, James Pasternak, Gord Perks, Anthony Perruzza, Jaye Robinson, David Shiner, Michael Thompson, John Tory, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
Total members that were Absent: 7 | Members that were absent are Justin J. Di Ciano, Frank Di Giorgio, Paula Fletcher, Jim Karygiannis, Norman Kelly, Josh Matlow, Ron Moeser |
TE16.4 - Final Report - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan
- Decision Type:
- ACTION
- Status:
- Amended
- Ward:
- 28 - Toronto Centre-Rosedale
Statutory - Planning Act, RSO 1990
Community Council Recommendations
The Toronto and East York Community Council recommends that:
1. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Municipal Board to authorize the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan (adopted by City Council in 2003) to be brought into force and effect for those lands within the Lower Yonge Precinct, identified on Map J1 within the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
2. City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request that the Ontario Municipal Board amend the former City of Toronto Official Plan and Central Waterfront Secondary Plan, substantially in accordance with the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, with Schedule 1 of the draft Official Plan Amendment attached to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District amended by adding the words "in particular, improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal" to part f) in Section 7.1.6 so that part f) now reads:
f) parkland improvements in the vicinity of the Lower Yonge Precinct, in particular, improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal.
3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Official Plan Amendment as may be required.
4. City Council endorse the Lower Yonge Precinct Plan, dated April 2016, attached as Attachment 6 to the report (April 15, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District.
5. City Council direct staff to confirm with the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change that the lands within the Lower Yonge Precinct, identified on Map J1 within the draft Official Plan Amendment attached as Attachment 5 to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District, should be classified as a Class 4 area under Ministry of Environment (now Ministry of Environment and Climate Change) Environmental Noise Guideline, Stationary and Transportation Sources – Approval and Planning, Publication NPC-300, August 2013.
Decision Advice and Other Information
The Toronto and East York Community Council held a statutory public meeting on May 10, 2016, and notice was given in accordance with the Planning Act.
Origin
Summary
The purpose of this report is to present the findings of the second and final phase of the Lower Yonge Precinct planning process. The report recommends an area-specific amendment to the Central Waterfront Secondary Plan, as well as the endorsement of the Lower Yonge Precinct Plan. This planning process was initiated to establish a planning framework for new development within this nine hectare area that capitalizes on its exceptional location and historical attributes. The proposed framework seeks to foster the development of a vibrant new, mixed-use community within the heart of the City's emerging Central Waterfront. It is anticipated to be a high-density, sustainable neighbourhood with an animated public realm, large central park, well-designed buildings, range of housing options and commensurate community services and facilities.
Some of the key features contemplated for the Lower Yonge Precinct include: 13 towers; approximately 28,000 new residents and employees; a new community recreation centre; an elementary school; two child care facilities; affordable housing units; modifications to the Gardiner Expressway; a tunnel connection under the rail corridor; two new streets, enhanced cycling infrastructure and an extension of the PATH network.
The planning tools contained herein will facilitate the evaluation of subsequent planning applications in the Lower Yonge Precinct and will help to ensure that with the anticipated densities, appropriate infrastructure must be provided.
Background Information
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92511.pdf
Attachment 6 - Part 1 - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92733.pdf
Attachment 6 - Part 2 - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92734.pdf
Attachment 6 - Part 3 - Lower Yonge Precinct - City-Initiated Official Plan Amendment and Precinct Plan - Final Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-92735.pdf
Communications
(May 3, 2016) Letter from Joel D. Farber, Fogler, Rubinoff LLP, on behalf of Torstar Corporation (TE.Supp.TE16.4.2)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60485.pdf
(May 6, 2016) Letter from Kevin Vuong, Chair, Southcore Community Association (TE.Supp.TE16.4.3)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60487.pdf
(May 6, 2016) Letter from Jonathan Rodger, Zelinka Priamo Limited, consultants for CP REIT Ontario Properties Limited and Loblaw Properties Limited (TE.Supp.TE16.4.4)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60488.pdf
(May 9, 2016) Letter from Suzanne Kavanagh, President, St. Lawrence Neighbourhood Association (TE.Supp.TE16.4.5)
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2016/te/comm/communicationfile-60544.pdf
Speakers
Laurie McPherson, Bousfields Inc.
Barnet Kussner, WeirFoulds LLP
Nancy Patterson
Marie Kelsie
Stig Harvor
Kevin Vuong, Chair, Southcore Community Association
Patrick Devine, Devine Park LLP
Louise Tinker, Planner, Bousfields Inc.
Motions
That Toronto and East York Community Council amend part f) in Section 7.1.6. contained in Schedule 1 of the Draft Official Plan Amendment attached to the report (April 22, 2016) from the Director, Community Planning, Toronto and East York District by adding the words "in particular improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal" so that part f now reads:
f) parkland improvements in the vicinity of the Lower Yonge Precinct, in particular improvements to the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal
Vote (Amend Item) May-10-2016
Result: Carried | Majority Required |
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Total members that voted Yes: 11 | Members that voted Yes are Ana Bailão, Joe Cressy, Janet Davis, Mary Fragedakis, Mike Layton (Chair), Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Gord Perks, Kristyn Wong-Tam |
Total members that voted No: 0 | Members that voted No are |
Total members that were Absent: 1 | Members that were absent are Paula Fletcher |