GYRA www.GYRA.ca [email protected] March 2015 Report

COMMUNITY SAFETY AND TRAFFIC Bay & Davenport Traffic Signals and Pedestrian Crossings update The timing of the traffic signals continue to pose a grave danger to pedestrians who encounter moving vehicles failing to yield while they are using the cross walks. GYRA has relentlessly pursued this matter with Councillor Wong-Tam and 53 Division since September 2013. Measures implemented are insufficient. The re-evaluation by City senor engineers ordered by Councillor Wong-Tam in September 2014 has yet to be carried out. A motion requesting staff to report back to Community Council in May 2015 was tabled at the February 2015 Community Council meeting. • This item will be considered by and East York Community Council on February 18, 2015. Toronto and East York Community Council consideration on February 18, 2015

TE4.62 ACTION Ward:27

Traffic Regulations - Bay Street and Davenport Road Review Origin

(February 9, 2015) Letter from Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tarn, Ward 27, -Rosedale

Recommendations It is recommended that the Director, Transportation Services, Toronto and East York District, be directed to report back to the Toronto and East York Community Council on:

1. The possibility of removing the north-south pedestrian crossing from the west leg of the intersection.

2. The possibility of increasing the pedestrian only crossing time for the north-south pedestrian crossing at this intersection from 5 seconds to 20 seconds.

3. The possibility of introducing a grade-change to the road surface within the pedestrian crossings at the intersection.

4. Re-evaluating the possibility of restricting right turns on a red signal from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the eastbound approach from Davenport Road to Bay Street.

5. The possibility of introducing a pedestrian initiated signal for all crossing points at the intersection.

6. The possibility of further reducing the speed limit on Bay Street from 40 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour within the School Zone.

Summary On March 20, 2014, City Council voted to amend the item TE30.96, Traffic Regulations Bay and Davenport to direct City Council to vote on a report from Transportation Services that recommended to 1) enact a 40 km/h speed limit on Bay Street, from Bloor Street West to Davenport Road, 2) enact a 40 km/h speed limit on Davenport Road, from Bay Street to Yonge Street and, 3) not prohibit right turns on a red signal from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00.pm. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the eastbound approach from Davenport Road to Bay Street. While the enactment of a 40 km/h speed limit on Bay Street and on Davenport Road has improved the intersection, I share the concerns of local residents and businesses that further solutions are required to ensure that this intersection is safe for pedestrians.

Background Information (February 9, 2015) Revised letter from Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, Ward 27, Toronto Centre-Rosedale - Traffic Regulations - Bay Street and Davenport Road Review (7tp:i,www.toronto.ca/legdocsimmisi2015/teibcird/backqroundfile-75625.pdf)

Tracking Status • This item was considered by Toronto and East York Community Council on February 18, 2015 and was adopted with amendments.

Toronto and East York Community Council consideration on February 18, 2015

TE4.62 ACTION Amended Ward:27

Traffic Regulations - Bay Street and Davenport Road Review

Community Council Decision

Caution: This is a preliminary decision. This decision should not be considered final until the meeting is complete and the City Clerk has confirmed the decisions for this meeting.

The Toronto and East York Community Council requested the Director, Transportation. Services, Toronto and East York District, to report back to the May 12, 2015 meeting of the Toronto and East York Community Council on:

1. The possibility of removing the north-south pedestrian crossing from the west leg of the intersection.

2. The possibility of increasing the pedestrian only crossing time for the north-south pedestrian crossing at this intersection from 5 seconds to 20 seconds.

3. The possibility of introducing a grade-change to the road surface within the pedestrian crossings at the intersection.

4. Re-evaluating the possibility of restricting right turns on a red signal from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the eastbound approach from Davenport Road to Bay Street.

5. The possibility of introducing a pedestrian initiated signal for all crossing points at the intersection.

6. The possibility of further reducing the speed limit on Bay Street from 40 kilometres per hour to 30 kilometres per hour within the School Zone.

Origin (February 9, 2015) Letter from Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, Ward 27, Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Summary On March 20, 2014, City Council voted to amend the item TE30.96, Traffic Regulations —Bay and Davenport to direct City Council to vote on a report from Transportation Services that recommended to 1) enact a 40 km/h speed limit on Bay Street, from Bloor Street West to Davenport Road, 2) enact a 40 km/h speed limit on Davenport Road, from Bay Street to Yonge Street and, 3) not prohibit right turns on a red signal from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the eastbound approach from Davenport Road to Bay Street. While the enactment of a 40 km/h speed limit on Bay Street and on Davenport Road has improved the intersection, I share the concerns of local residents and businesses that further solutions are required to ensure that this intersection is safe for pedestrians.

Background Information (February 9, 2015) Revised letter from Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam, Ward 27, Toronto Centre-Rosedale - Traffic Regulations - Bay Street and Davenport Road Review (http://vvvvw.toronto.catlecidocs/mmis/201 5/te/bcirdibackg rou ndfile-75625.

Michael Landry Report: A motion moved by Councillor Wong-Tam requesting City Transportation staff report back to the May Community Council meeting on the Bay Davenport intersection was brought forward at the February 18th Community Council meeting.

The motion passed and as a result staff, Roman Olesksij and Joe Gallippi must report with recommendations at the May 12th meeting of Community Council. Staff did not prepare a report because City Council in March of 2014 did not request one.

The Councillor informally requested a report be prepared by staff at a meeting in September 2014 convened at the intersection with Counsellor Wong-Tam, City staff, GYRA, ABCRA, the Jesse Ketchum School Principal and members of the community.

In addition, ABCRA commissioned a report on the intersection by the BA Group. The report provides expert validation that a problem exists and proposes solutions for addressing them. John Caliendo shared the report with our Councillor and her staff, along with a request to meet to discuss it. The meeting has not been arranged.

Lane Closure for Construction Staging Alan Baker Report After speaking to several people at the City, I finally made contact with John Zapotoczny. His title is Coordinator, Construction Activities, Transportation Services, Right of Way Management.

He advised me that the calculation the City uses for a lane closure application is length X width and then charged at $5.77 per sq. metre per month.

As an example, the partial lane closure on Cumberland just east of Avenue Rd. is approximately 49.4 metres and the width is approximately 8.2 metres making the area a total of approximately 405.08 metres. At a rate of $5.77 per sq. metre, the monthly cost to the developer is about $2,337. A ridiculously low cost considering the total investment by a developer and the disruption to the area residents and businesses.

The developer makes an application to the City and City council votes on approving and apparently rarely rejects an application. It’s basically a slam dunk. No advance notice is given to the area residents about the lane closure applications.

These lane closures come on top of the street construction taking place on Bellair and Yorkville for the next few months, which will create chaos and gridlock.

As I was out of the country, Barry Campbell contacted the City about signage. As a result the City has agreed to put up some signage at the entrances to the area advising that there is construction underway and that there is no through traffic on some streets. We will see what they eventually do.

I sent a letter to our councillor when they put in place a lane closure in front of the new commercial building that Feldman is building on Yorkville. I received a reply from Sheila Pardoe that basically said that the councillor is sympathetic but she can’t do much.

It appears that this issue has to be put before the Mayor and Barry Campbell is working on this. To make a significant change to the current system will not be easy. That’s why I believe that we need to work with ABC, BIA and other resident and business associations to launch a concerted effort to try to effect a significant change.

My letter to the councillor and Sheila’s reply are below.

Dear Councillor Wong-Tam,

I'm out of the country but have been advised that the developer of the old Four Seasons site applied for and received a permit for another lane closure for his project. This one is on Yorkville at Avenue Rd., so that Yorkville, like Cumberland at Avenue Rd. is now one lane. This of course is in addition to the lane they took on Avenue Rd.

All of this is done without notification to or consultation with the local residents and I suspect with business owners.

This madness has to stop!

How can the City approve this? Is this just about a money grab for the City with total disregard for the people who live and work in the area?

And soon the project at Cumberland and Bellair will be applying for a lane closure (if they haven't already done so).

Who is protecting the quality of life for the residents? It seems that we are left to fend for ourselves.

We would like to arrange a meeting with you as soon as possible to discuss this issue.

Yours truly, Alan Baker

Dear Alan,

The Councillor understands your concerns and frustrations regarding lane closures, especially in Yorkville - an area that has many pinch points for local and visiting pedestrians as well as local and visiting vehicles. Certainly, these closures can cause significant disruptions and delays.

As a result, the Councillor has advocated on a number of development files, and in conversations with the Mayor, for construction projects to be kept on-site and not occupy the road.

The Councillor however, has been informed a number of times by Transportation staff, that exclusive on-site development is not possible. The Councillor recommends that you formally raise your concerns with Brian Muir, Work Zone Traffic Coordinator, Transportation Services ([email protected]) and Kypros Perikleous, Director, District Transportation Services ([email protected]).

The Councillor will continue to monitor your correspondence and advocate and support on-site construction operations.

Kind regards, Sheila Pardoe Constituency Assistant to, City Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam Ward 27, Toronto Centre-Rosedale

Bay & Bloor Pedestrian Scramble Consensus was reached at a public community meeting, early last year, that the under-utilized pedestrian scramble at this intersection disrupts the flow of traffic and causes major gridlock during rush hours. GYRA has long supported measures that alleviates traffic congestion and wrote:

19 February 2015

Toronto Public Works & Infrastructure Committee City Hall 100 Queen Street West Toronto ON M5H 2N2

Dear Committee Members:

Re: 23 February 2015 Item PW2.2 Removal of Bay & Bloor Pedestrian Scramble Signal

GYRA fully supports the removal of the under-utilized pedestrian scramble at the intersection of Bay Street and Bloor Street. The scramble exacerbates rush hour congestion to unmanageable and frustrating levels for those who live in the Bay & Bloor area, and for those who traverse this area. Measures to alleviate gridlock are much needed, and the removal of the pedestrian scramble is a first step towards reduction of chronic congestion in the Bloor-Yorkville area. Yours truly, Gee Chung President THE GREATER YORKVILLE RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION c.c. Mayor Councillor Kristyn-Wong Tam Bloor-Yorkville BIA

From: Councillor Wongtam Sent: February-19-15 To: GYRA Subject: Re: PWIC 23 February 2015 Item PW2.2 Removal of Bay & Bloor Pedestrian Scramble Signal

Thank you for writing to Councillor Wong-Tam regarding the Pedestrian Priority Phase Signal at Bay and Bloor. Councillor Wong-Tam is broadly supportive of pedestrian priority phase signals and other tools that improve the public realm, pedestrian friendliness and safety of our roads. In fact, the Councillor worked with staff to explore modifications to the pedestrian priority phase signal to try to make it work at the Bay and Bloor intersection, but unfortunately none of the proposed modifications could be implemented. A comprehensive evaluation undertaken by staff demonstrated that while pedestrian priority phase signals are a great tool, it does not work well at this intersection.

Councillor Wong-Tam is disappointed with the outcomes of the study, and believes that pedestrian priority phase signals should be used more when used in the right location. Based on the findings of the study, the Councillor will not oppose staff's recommendations to remove the scramble from Bay and Bloor. However the Councillor is open to working with community stakeholders and BIA to explore alternate design options to improve the pedestrian friendliness of the bay and Bloor intersection. Regards, Tina Sriskandarajah, on behalf of, Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam Ward 27, Toronto Centre-Rosedale

On February 23, 2015 the Toronto Public Works & Infrastructure Committee voted to remove the 5-year pilot project. City Council will have the final vote on March 31, 2015. Councillor Wong-Tam, while supportive of pedestrian safety measures, supported removal based on calls from merchants and residents.

Watermain Replacement, Road & Sidewalk Construction, Yorkville Avenue & Bellair Street Project Start Date: March 23, 2015 Expected Completion Date: July 2015

The City of Toronto will complete watermain replacement as well as major road and sidewalk reconstruction on Yorkville Avenue. On Bellair Street, the City of Toronto will replace the watermain and complete streetscaping. This project is part of the 2015 Capital Works Construction Program.

This work will take place on Yorkville Avenue from Avenue Road to Bay Street and Bellair Street from Yorkville Avenue to Cumberland Street. Your co-operation and patience during the construction period is crucial and appreciated. Map of Work Area:

Construction Details:

Yorkville Avenue (Avenue Road to Bay Street) • Replacing the watermain and substandard water service. • Planned water shut offs will happen as a result of this work. The contractor will provide 48-hours' notice before the water is turned off. • Road reconstruction (replacing asphalt with a concrete unit paver road surface). • Reconstructing the sidewalk and installing streetscaping (furniture etc). • Traffic Restrictions –Yorkville Avenue will be closed in phases (based on the location of work) to traffic during road reconstruction. The closures of Yorkville Avenue will be phased as follows: o Phase I – Avenue Road to Hazelton Avenue (March 23 to May 22, 2015)* o Phase II – Hazelton Avenue to Bay Street (April 13 to June 30, 2015) o * *Dates are subject to change due to weather and site conditions

Bellair Street (Yorkville Avenue to Cumberland Street) • Replacing the watermain and substandard water service. • Resurfacing the road and improving the sidewalk. • Planned water shut offs will happen as a result of this work. The contractor will provide 48-hours' notice before the water is turned off. • Traffic Restrictions – Bellair will be closed to traffic during while the watermain is replaced. This closure will happen in May and June and an update will be provided before the scheduled closure.

Work Hours Work will typically take place from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday, with work after hours and on weekends as required.

Disruptions As with all construction projects, there will be noise and temporary inconveniences. In order to complete the work effectively and in a safe manner, some pedestrian and traffic restrictions will be necessary.

Parking Restrictions & Allowances Construction will require the temporary closure of private driveways/entrances. Where the property has two entrances, one entrance will be kept open at all times. Properties with alternate access via Cumberland Street and Hazelton Avenue are advised to use their alternate access points during each phase of the Construction. Where the property has a single entrance, access will be maintained at all times except when the new watermain is being installed and concrete road base and sidewalk work is taking place immediately in front of the driveway entrance.

The Contractor will provide further notice prior to any temporary closures. There will be no on-street parking or temporary deliveries on Yorkville Avenue during this project. Residents are asked to park on nearby streets where it is permitted.

Boulevard Work Sidewalk reconstruction will be undertaken in front of properties on the north and south sides of Yorkville Avenue. Pedestrian access to businesses will be maintained during sidewalk repairs. Property owners in the affected area are reminded to remove any privately owned items from the boulevard. The City will not be responsible for damage to any privately owned items installed on the City’s property.

Garbage Collection & Store Deliveries Garbage collection remains the same. Please ensure your bins are labelled. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring garbage is collected and bins are returned to their appropriate locations. Businesses will continue to receive store deliveries; however delivery vehicles will not be permitted on Yorkville Avenue during each phase of the construction and businesses are asked to make alternative delivery arrangements during construction working hours.

For more information:

Project Website: www.toronto.ca/constructioninfo

Contact: Mario Goolsarran [email protected] Engineer 416-392-9187Prem Deonarain [email protected] Construction Inspector 647-621-8675 MMM Group Ltd. (City of Toronto Project Consultant)

24 Hours: General Inquiries 311 TTY 416-338-0889

Councilor Kristin Wong-Tam [email protected] Ward 27 Toronto Centre-Rosedale 416-392-7903

DEVELOPMENT York Square 33-45 Avenue Road & 140-148 Yorkville Avenue Public community meeting January 22, 2015 notes: • The heritage listed houses are now designated under the Ontario Heritage Act and will no longer be demolished, and will be integrated into the new development • Proposed 40-storey, 128 metres plus mechanical penthouse • 330 dwelling units • Retail/commercial in the first three storeys • 284 parking spaces with 350 bicycle parking spaces underground accessed via Avenue Road • The proposed height should step down from the Bloor Street height ridge and not exceed the height of the 39-storey 21 Avenue Road tower under construction • Exterior will feature more solid materials and less glass • Pursuant to OPA 203, the height and massing will not protrude above any part of the silhouette of the Ontario Legislative building • Small public space with three sides enclosed and skylights • Extensive shadowing over the East Annex and Yorkville-Hazelton HCD areas. To the west, the September shadow extends as far as Elgin Avenue, and to the east as far as Bay Street • GYRA buildings along Avenue Road also adversely affected by shadowing • Residential access on Avenue Road • GYRA residents surrounding the site concerned at proposed traffic movement • A working group will be convened by Councillor Wong-Tam

Members of the Bloor-Yorkville Community were invited to meet with the architect on March 25, 2015 to provide feedback on the details of the proposed treatment to both the interior and exterior of the heritage buildings, the proposed changes and the potential uses of the community space (14 metres X 18.6 metres) that will be secured with Section 37 funds, The at grade service area will be moved to below grade to provide additional at grade retail space.

Manulife Centre Expansion Pursuant to the presentation made to the GYRA Board in January 2015, the Board was satisfied with the City’s treatment of the Bloor & Bay and Bloor & Balmuto corners that provides more pedestrian space and openness. GYRA wrote:

From: GYRA Sent: January-21-2015 To: James Parakh Toronto & East York Urban Design Manager ([email protected]) Cc: Ron Palmer BYBIA; Briar de Lange BYBIA; GYRA Executive Committee Subject: Manulife Centre Expansion Design Changes Attachments: City suggested revisions dec 2014.pdf

James:

The attached revisions were circulated to the GYRA Board of Directors. The Board responded positively to the City designed Bloor & Bay and Bloor & Balmuto corners that would provide additional pedestrian space and openness, and favour the City design over that proposed by Manulife.

Sincerely, Gee Chung President THE GREATER YORKVILLE RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION

From: GYRA Sent: January-15-2015 To: 'Michael Bardyn'; Paul Gogan B+H Architects Subject: Manulife Expansion GYRA Presentation

Gentlemen:

I extend thanks to you and your team for your informative presentation to the GYRA Board earlier this month. We look forward to the opportunity to viewing more detailed renderings that would be helpful to our board members in understanding the architectural design and materials.

Sincerely, Gee Chung President THE GREATER YORKVILLE RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION

Michael Landry Report: Barry Campbell and I met with Peter McDonald and Michael Bardyn of Manulife’s Real Estate Division on March 9th to discuss the company’s revitalization and expansion plans for the Manulife Centre. Our objective was to encourage Manulife to seize the opportunity to create a design that was special for the Bay Bloor corner, being one of Toronto’s premier intersections.

We told them that the elements of the other parts of the expansion were well done, and that our meeting was not to discuss the building’s ‘envelope’, that is its volumes and where the building sits. These are being discussed with the City.

Manulife’s response was that the project has been ongoing for 15 years, and they felt that the design of the Bay Bloor corner achieved the high standards and look and feel of Bloor Street and the Yorkville neighbourhood. Manulife is anxious to complete the approval process and wants to appear before the Committee of Adjustment this spring.

Manulife has met with Councillor Wong-Tam and City Planning staff twice this year, and she requested that they reach out to resident and business associations. They will present their current proposed expansion renderings at GYRA’s March 30th Board meeting.

Hazelton Lanes Renovation On February 24, 2015 members of GYRA and YBBA (Yonge Bloor Bay Business Association) met with First Capital to review their renovation plans. Led by GYRA’s heritage architect, suggestions were made on how the Avenue Road façade could be better articulated with simple defining elements that reflect the scale and proportion of Yorkville’s historic characteristics.

The scale of the two new buildings in the Yorkville Avenue passageway reflect the form and height consistent with the original Victorian built forms. Demolition of 136 Yorkville, to make way for the passage, will take place in April of this year. Greening suggestions were made to enhance the passageway. GYRA and YBBA commented on the enormous signage and suggested this be modified to fit in with the Yorkville scale, and further suggested the retractable signage not be used as a veiled barrier at night to close off the passage.

First Capital owns 84 Yorkville, destroyed by fire last year, and will build a two-storey building on the site. Recent acquisitions by First Capital include 106-108 Yorkville and 102-104 Yorkville. These buildings have long term tenants and there is no intention to redevelop these sites. First Capital is a leading owner, developer, and manager of high quality urban retail-centered properties where people live and shop for everyday life.

One Yorkville (838-848 Yonge Street) Bazis Inc. For details, see GYRA October 2014 Report.

94 Cumberland Street Variances The mechanical penthouse is internalized within the approved 82 metre height. The variance requested is to sit the mechanical penthouse outside on top, at the centre of the building, thus the requested height variance of 5.4 metre is the height of the mechanical penthouse.

The gross residential floor area will increase due to retail confined to ground floor only, and the number of residential storeys will increase although the building envelope, massing and density will remain unchanged. The tower height will remain unchanged at 82 metres.

The the number of parking spaces, originally 126 +12 visitor spaces, will be reduced to 88 parking spaces.

GYRA expressed concern at reduced parking spaces and road closure to accommodate construction staging:-

From: GYRA Sent: March-18-2015 10:35 PM To: Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam Subject: 94 Cumberland Street Variances

Councilor:

We have no issue regarding the reduction of retail space and the removal of the patio restaurant, resulting in an increase from 127 residential units to 204 units. However, we are worried the small units, with an average 922 square feet 2- bedroom, to an average 515 square feet 1-bedroom, will attract the investor-rental market rather than owner-occupier buyers. These small units combined with other new area developments offering smaller, and smaller units, could very well signal the trending of a transient neighbourhood.

We are concerned the number of parking spaces, originally 126 plus 12 visitor serving 127 units, reduced to 88 spaces serving 204 units with no provision for visitors is, in our opinion, inadequate. We cannot disregard the very real possibility that many residents of this building will be forced to seek long term parking in public garages, thus reducing hourly and short term parking spaces for shoppers, diners, tourists, etc.

Our major concern is road closure to accommodate construction staging. Closure will further exacerbate rush hour traffic congestion at Cumberland and Bellair. We would appreciate the opportunity to discuss contents for a construction management plan, that would include community information and/or liaison for items of interest to the community, including late work hours, and other disruptions impacting pedestrian and vehicular traffic,

Linda Brett, BENA president submitted a Construction Management Plan – Communication Plan to you in February of this year, so you are familiar with the suggested guidelines such as regular website postings that include scheduled times for concrete pours and large crane installation that often take place beyond the hours of the Construction Noise By-law, site contact information including email address, telephone number, and an 24/7 emergency phone line. We feel an effective communication plan will go a long way to smooth the development disruption hurdles faced by the Bloor-Yorkville Community. Signed: Gee

City Planning Division Anita M. MacLeod Committee of Adjustment Manager & Deputy Secretary Treasurer 100 Queen Street West, First Fl W Toronto and East York Panel Toronto ON M5H 2N2 Tel: 416-392-7565 Fax: 416-392-0580

Mailed on/before: Sunday, March 15, 2015 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE MINOR VARIANCE /PERMISSION (Section 45 of the Planning Act)

MEETING DATE AND TIME: Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at 1:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Committee Room 2, Second Floor, Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen St W, M5H 2N2

File Number: A0062/15TEY Zoning CR T6.0 C4.5 R6.0 & Site Specific By-law 523- 2012 (ZZC) Owner(s): MSB 94 CUMBERLAND GP Ward: Toronto Centre-Rosedale INC (27) Agent: ADAM BROWN Property Address: 94 CUMBERLAND ST Community: Toronto Legal Description: PLAN 69 LOT 6 PLAN 46 PT LOT 4 PLAN 70 LOTS 12, 14 & PT LOT 10

PURPOSE OF THE APPLICATION: To modify the redevelopment plan for the 22-storey mixed use building approved under Site Specific Bylaw 523-2012 and OMB Decision PL120514 by constructing a 25-storey mixed use building, and increasing the maximum permitted residential gross floor area, amending the parking rates for residential and visitor parking spaces, as well as amending the building envelope and heights on Map 2 attached to By-law 523-2012.

REQUESTED VARIANCE(S) TO THE ZONING BY-LAW: 1. Section 4(b)(i), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 The maximum permitted residential gross floor area on the lot is 14,590 m2. The residential gross floor area on the lot will be 15,724 m2.

2. Section 4(d), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 No portion of any building or structure erected or used on the lot, including the elements provided for in Section 4(2)(a)(i), shall exceed the height limits shown in metres and indicated by the numbers following the letter "H" in the areas delineated by heavy lines on Map 2. In this case, the mechanical penthouse, elevator overrun, and staircases will exceed the maximum permitted heights by 5.4 m and having a maximum area of 17% of roof area, and being no closer than 4.7 m from all sides of main building exterior walls, as indicated on the attached Revised Map 2.

3. Section 4(e), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 Residential parking on the lot shall be provided at a rate of 0.3 spaces per bachelor dwelling unit, 0.5 spaces per one bedroom dwelling unit, 0.75 spaces per two bedroom dwelling unit, and 1.2 spaces per three bedroom dwelling unit for a total of 126 parking spaces for the residents and 12 parking spaces for the visitors. Visitor parking spaces shall be provided at a rate of 0.06 spaces per dwelling unit. In this case, all residential parking spaces will be provided at a rate of 0.43 spaces per dwelling unit (for a total of 79 parking spaces plus an additional 9 "obstructed" parking spaces), and there will be 0 visitor parking spaces provided on the lot.

4. Section 2(1), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 A parking space is required to be readily accessible at all times for the parking and removal of a motor vehicle without the necessity of moving another motor vehicle. In this case, nine parking spaces at levels P2, P3 and P4 will be obstructed by another parking space.

5. Section 4(c), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 No portion of any building or structure on the lot erected or used above grade shall be located other than wholly within the areas delineated by heavy lines on Map 2 of By-law 523-2012. In this case, the building will be located wholly within the areas delineated by heavy lines on the attached Revised Map 2 of By-law 523-2012.

6. Section 4(c)(ii), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 Balconies may project beyond the heavy lines of Map 2 of By-law 523-2012 provided they are located wholly within the shaded hatched area delineated on Map 2, save and except that within the shaded hatched area delineated on Map 2, no balconies are permitted above the 18th storey of the building. In this case, the balconies will project as delineated by the shaded areas on the attached Revised Map 2.

7. Section 4(d)(ii), Site Specific By-law 523-2012 Parapets and ornamental elements may extend up to 1.2 m above the heights in m as shown on Map 2 of By-law 523-2013. In this case, parapets and ornamental elements will extend 2.1 m above the heights shown on the attached revised Map 2.

8. Section 4(12), By-law 438-86 A minimum of 2.0 m2 of outdoor residential amenity space shall be provided for each dwelling unit located on the lot. In this case, 1.9 m2 of outdoor residential amenity space shall be provided for each dwelling unit located on the lot.

THE COMMITTEE OF ADJUSTMENT & MINOR VARIANCES

The role of the Committee of Adjustment is to provide flexibility in dealing with minor adjustments to zoning by- law requirements. To approve such variances, the Committee must be satisfied that: • the variance requested is minor; • the proposal is desirable for the appropriate development or use of the land and/or building; • the general intent and purpose of the City's Zoning Code and/or By-law are maintained; and • the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan are maintained. The Committee of Adjustment forms its opinion through its detailed review of all material filed with an application, letters received, deputations made at the public hearing and results of site inspections.

MAKING YOUR VIEWS KNOWN The notice has been mailed to you, as required by the Planning Act, to ensure that, as an interested person, you may make your views known by:

• Attending the Public Hearing. Attendant Care Services can be made available with some advance notice. • Sending a letter by Mail or Fax. Information you choose to disclose in your correspondence will be used to receive your views on the relevant issue(s) to enable the Committee to make its decision on this matter. This information will become part of the public record.

If you do not attend the public hearing, or express your views in writing, the Committee may make a decision in your absence, and may recommend changes to the proposal

TO VIEW THE MATERIALS IN THE APPLICATION FILE Attend the Committee of Adjustment office at the above address Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The standard fee will apply to any materials photocopied.

RECEIVING A COPY OF THE COMMITTEE'S DECISION • The Committee will announce its decision on the application at the Public Hearing. • To receive a copy of the Decision, fill out the Decision Request Form at our office or at the Public Hearing or write a letter requesting a copy of the Decision and send it to our office. • If you wish to appeal a Decision of the Committee to the Ontario Municipal Board, you must file your written request for a decision with the Deputy Secretary-Treasurer.

The variances were approved by the Committee of Adjustments. Councillor advises she shares GYRA’s concerns regarding construction staging and potential road closures, and is setting up construction management working group meetings with Minto, city staff and GYRA Cumberland Street members to discuss a communication plan.

URBAN MATTERS The Bloor-Yorkville Midtown Plan Final Draft The final draft has yet to be circulated to the GYRA Board.

Queen’s Park North Revitalization Queen’s Park is one of the oldest parks in Canada, and home to a significant number of mature trees, including some of the oldest City oak trees. GYRA is one of the many organizations providing input to sustain the natural beauty, and enhance community enjoyment including:

• Restoration of walkways and connections for better community access • Regeneration of the urban forest • Renewal of seating and lighting

McAlpine & McMurrich Streets Beautification Plans agreed upon by the community and the City’s Beautiful Streets Program two years ago will be tendered this year. The beautification will be interrupted between June 01 to August 17, 2015 when the PanAm Games Construction Moratorium kicks in.

Ramsden Park Improvements - Councillor Wong-Tam Update After nine months of public consultation, the design phase of the multi-million dollar revitalization of Ramsden Park is nearing completion. PMA Landscape Architects and City Staff are in the process of finalizing the technical drawings and detailed design concepts for the first phase of construction, which will focus on the playground plateau and tennis courts. The detailed drawings will be posted shortly and can be viewed here. Construction on the first phase should commence in late 2015, while construction on the second phase, which will include the rest of the park, is anticipated to being in late 2016.

HERITAGE Catching Up with the Past: Improving the City’s Heritage Preservation Framework

• City Council adopted this item on February 10, 2015 without amendments.

MM3.6 ACTION Adopted Ward:All

Catching Up with the Past: Improving the City's Heritage Preservation Framework - by Councillor , seconded by Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam

City Council Decision City Council on February 10 and 11, 2015, adopted the following:

1. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to report to the Planning and Growth Management Committee on the feasibility of amending Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act to include a new, pre-listed classification to the City of Toronto's Inventory of Heritage Properties which, without prior City Council approval, would include all properties identified as having potential heritage value and qualify those properties for a 60-day demolition permit delay in order that Historic Preservation Services staff can further evaluate the property and explore options, as appropriate, to preserve the building, including but not limited to designation.

2. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning, the City Solicitor and the Chief Building Official and Executive Director, Toronto Building to explore the option of full-cost recovery for a demolition permit against any property included in this new inventory classification, to cover resources required for prioritized evaluation of the property, and to be paid by the applicant, in addition to standard application fees.

3. City Council request the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning to report to the Planning and Growth Management Committee on the feasibility of conducting a comprehensive, City-wide study to identify all significant historic resources throughout our City, much like the SurveyLA program currently being undertaken in Los Angeles.

Toronto (MM. Supp.MM3.6.5) (February 6, 2015) E-mail from Linda Reid (MM.Supp.MM3.6.6) (February 8, 2015) E-mail from Gee Chung, President, The Greater Yorkville Residents' Association (MM.Supp.MM3.6.7) cilap://www.torontaca/leqdocsfrninis/2015/mmicommicommunicationfile-51071.pdt) (February 8, 2015) E-mail from Susan Stock, Chair, Summerhill Heritage Committee (MM.Supp.MM3.6.8) (February 8, 2015) E-mail from Ila Bossons (MM.Supp.MM3.6.9) (February 9, 2015) E-mail from Geoff Kettel, Chair, North York Community Preservation Panel (MM.New.MM3.6.10) (http://www.toronto.ca/leoclocs/mmis/2015/mm/comm/communicationfile-51077. pelf)

(January 9, 2015) Letter Communications (City Council) (February 5, 2015) E-mail from Daniel Rende (MM.Supp.MM3.6.1) (February 5, 2015) Letter from Sandra Shaul, Chair, Heritage Committee, Annex Residents Association (MM.Supp.MM3.6.2) (http://www.toronto.ca/ieodocs/mmis/2015/mm/comm/communicationfile-51008.pot) (February 6, 2015) E-mail from Richard Longley (lVfM.Supp.MM3.6.3) (February 6, 2015) E-mail from Jeremy and Patricia Gawen (MM.Supp.MM3.6.4) (February 6, 2015) E-mail from Stacey Rodas, Director of Marketing, Heritage from Catherine Nasmith, President, Architectural Conservancy of Ontario Ontario (ACO) Toronto (MM.New.1VIM3 .6.11) (I p:Hwww.toronto.caliecidocsimmis/2015/mmicomm/communicationfile-51078.pdf) (February 9, 2015) E-mail from Dean Maher, Chair, Toronto-East York Community Preservation Panel (MM.New.MM3.6.12) (http://www.toronto.ca/legdocsimmis/2015/mm/commicommunicationfile-51079.pcif) (February 9, 2015) E-mail from Lorraine Tinsley (MM.New.MM3.6.13)

Motions (City Council) Motion to Waive Referral (Carried) Speaker Nunziata advised Council that the provisions of Chapter 27, Council Procedures, require that Motion MM3.6 be referred to the Planning and Growth Management Committee. A two-thirds vote of the Council Members present is required to waive referral.

Vote (Waive Referral) Feb-11-2015 2:37 PM Result: Carried Two-Thirds Required - MM3.6 - Waive referral , , , , , , , Justin J. Di Ciano, , , , , Mary Yes: 29 Fragedakis, , Jim Karygiannis, , , Josh Matlow, Pam McConnell, Mary-Margaret McMahon, , Ron Moeser, , , , , , David Shiner, Kristyn Wong-Tam , Ana Bailao, John Campbell, , , Gary Crawford, , , Norman Kelly, , No: 14 Denzil Minnan-Wong, (Chair), Michael Thompson, John Tory Absent: 2 Michelle Berardinetti, Raymond Cho

Vote (Adopt Item)

Result Carried Majority Required – MM3.6 – Adopt the Item Feb-11-2015 4:47 PM

Paul Ainslie, Maria Augimeri, Ana Bailao, Michelle Berardinetti, Jon Burnside, John Campbell, Christin Carmichael Greb, Shelley Carroll, Joe Cressy, Janet Davis, Gle nn De Baeremaeker, Frank Di Giorgio, Sarah Doucette, John Filion, , Mark Grimes, Jim Karygiannis, Yes: 30 Margaret McMahon, Joe Mihevc, Frances Nunziata (Chair), Cesar Palacio, Gord Perks, Anthony Perruzza, David Shiner, Kristyn Wong-Tam

No: 1 Stephen Holyday Raymond Cho, Josh Colle, Gary Crawford, Vincent Crisanti, Justin J. Di Ciano, Paula Fletcher, Rob Ford, Giorgio Mammoliti, Denzil Minnan-Wong, Absent: 14 Ron Moeser, James Pasternak, Jaye Robinson, Michael Thompson, John Tory

Motion MM3.6 "Catching Up with the Past", by Councillor Matlow and myself (Councillor Wong-Tam), gives direction to staff to establish a new "pre-listing" designation for potential heritage properties that will facilitate more pro-active heritage protection in Toronto. As many residents are aware, the Stollery's building at 1 Bloor Street West was demolished without public consultation or the submission of a rezoning application, though it was within the boundaries of an ongoing heritage study and had been flagged by City staff for specific review. Presently, commercial properties are entitled to receive a demolition permit within 30 days, whereas residential properties must go through a formal rezoning and consultation process that includes heritage consideration. Additionally, City Council adopted my Historic Yonge Street motion, seconded by Councillor McConnell, as well as my amendment motion, calling for a prohibition on demolitions on Yonge Street between Carlton Street and Davenport Road until such a time as the current area heritage study is completed. These two motions serve to close the loopholes that have left area and City-wide heritage vulnerable and improve upon development transparency and accountability, through the budget process.

Heritage Preservation Update from Councillor Wong-Tam We were reminded of how quickly Toronto's built heritage can disappear with the unexpected demolition in January of the iconic Stollerys building located at Yonge and Bloor.

Despite a Heritage Conservation District Study for Historic Yonge Street from Davenport to College and my request to evaluate the Stollery building for its heritage value against the Ontario Heritage Act (2000) at the beginning of this year, no municipal by-laws exist to prohibit the issuance of demolition permit once statutory requirements under the provincial Building Code Act were met by the property owner.

To begin to address this policy gap, my colleague Councillor Josh Matlow and I have co-sponsored two motions to respond to this matter. The motions essentially introduce a notification process to better protect commercial zoned properties when demolition permits are applied for; and to conduct a comprehensive study to identify all significant historic resources that would qualify properties classified as pre-listed under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, to be subject to a 60-day demolition permit delay.

Toronto's challenge to protect its heritage-significant and commercial-zoned properties is part of a larger provincial problem. As a municipal government we must act within the provincial Building Code Act and the Ontario Heritage Act. Without ministerial intervention powers, there is no ability for the City to instate a stop-work order. The provincial government should confer such powers to Toronto – and other local governments, so that municipalities have more autonomy over local land use planning and development decisions.

With the 15th anniversary of the Ontario Heritage Act this year, it is a critical time to reflect and act on improvements that will allow cities to be successfully proactive in the protection, preservation, and restoration of its heritage and main streets.

Budget Committee consideration on February 20, 2015

BU6.4 ACTION Amended Ward:All .

2015 Capital and Operating Budgets Committee Decision The Budget Committee

Requested the Deputy City Manager and Chief Financial Officer submit corporate reports to the March 2, 2015 meeting of the Executive Committee outlining the 2015 Capital Budget and 2016-2024 Capital Plan as recommended by the Budget Committee and the 2015 Operating Budget as recommended by the Budget Committee, including the following amendments:

a. The 2015 Staff Recommended Operating Budget for City Planning be reduced by $0.525 million gross and net and 8.0 positions to reflect the deletion of new positions planned to enhance Area Studies; Heritage Conservation District (HDC) Plans / Studies; and the Strategic Initiatives, Policy & Analysis unit. b. Subject to approval of the above adjustment to the City Planning 2015 Operating Budget (Recommendation 1 a), that the Capital from Current (CFC) funding be increased by $0.525 million gross and net.

c. In maintaining the 2014 level of service for Heritage Conservation District Plans / Studies, that the City Planning 2015 — 2024 Capital Budget and Plan be reduced by $5.0 million gross and $4.635 million in debt funding over the 10-year period, reflecting an annual decrease of $0.5 million to the Heritage Conservation District Studies capital project (from $1.0 million per year to $0.5 million per year).

At the request of Heritage Toronto, GYRA wrote:

27 February 2015

City of Toronto Executive Committee 100 Queen Street West Toronto ON

Dear Executive Committee:

Re: 2015 Capital & Operating Budgets: City Planning Budget

The Budget Committee's recommendation to eliminate new staffing positions intended to enhance Area Studies and Heritage Conservation District (HCD) Plans/Studies will further slow-down the huge backlog of heritage properties waiting designation. These added delays will increase the number of heritage properties already at the mercy of developers eager to reduce these assets into piles of rubble, and will undoubtedly result in increased loss of many heritage properties during the protracted wait-time for protection.

We understand there are over 1,600 new properties coming onto the Inventory of Heritage Properties within the next 12-16 months, from HCDs currently under study. We also understand Heritage Preservation Services continues to operate at pre-amalgamation staffing levels while inventory has doubled.

We understand the recommended budget reduction will reduce the number of new HCDs in 2015 and 2016 by one-half, and furthermore the sixteen (16) nominated HCDs and the ongoing assessments/studies undertaken by community groups will be subject to inordinate delay upon delay.

The future of our past is in great danger of disappearing before our very eyes, while we helplessly endure long waits for heritage designation due to inadequate staffing. Surely Toronto's heritage, a source or civic pride, is worth more than the $250,000 annual staff costs needed to speed up the designation process. An example of such tragic loss is the shocking demolition of the Stollery 114-year old building at Yonge & Bloor this past January, while the property included in the 2013 Historic Yonge Street HCD Study, is waiting in line for life- saving heritage designation.

Executive Committee, the responsibility for the protection and preservation of Toronto's heritage built form rests on your shoulders. For the sake of this generation and for future generations, vote in favour of retaining budget levels and dismiss budget cuts.

Thank you. Gee Chung President THE GREATER YORKVILLE RESIDENTS' ASSOCIATION c.c. Councillor Kristyn-Wong-Tam Councillor Josh Matlow Heritage Toronto

Francisco Alvarez, Heritage Toronto Executive Director, reports the Executive Committee rejected the Budget Committee’s recommendation to reduce the budget.

YBBA Toronto World War II Memorial Project The project was initiated by a long time member of the Yonge Bloor Bay Business Association, recently deceased John Feeley, a WWII Royal Canadian Air Force gunner who flew bombing missions over Germany. The project will pay tribute to the 4,200 Toronto air, army and navy Torontonians who perished in WWII. Under discussion is a website featuring biographies of each individual, photographs, and other items relating to their service in WWII. The proposed website content and workplan, including estimated costs will then be sent out in an introductory letter go government veterans ministries, foundations, corporations with request for funding. A permanent memorial in the form of a monument will be considered at a later date. GYRA president was requested, and agreed to sit on this committee to provide expertise in moving this project forward.