AGENDA ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

COMMITTEE

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Immediately Following the Public Works Committee Meeting VIA ZOOM Public May attend virtually only. Please contact [email protected] for connectivity details.

Councillor John Fenik, Chair Page

1. CALL TO ORDER (Reminder please silence all electronic devices)

2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Suggested Motion by Councillor Steve Fournier Seconded by Councillor Richard Kidd: "THAT, the minutes of the Economic Development Committee held on February 24, 2021be approved as circulated."

4. ADDITIONS AND APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Peter McLaren Seconded by Councillor Brian Campbell: "THAT, the agenda be approved as amended to include item 8i) Destination Bike - Welcoming Cyclists in Lanark County."

5. DELEGATIONS (10 MINUTES)

Perthmore Phase VI Subdivision Concerns Mike Flynn, President of Perthmore Community Association

6. QUESTIONS OF THE DELEGATION FROM COUNCIL

7. PRESENTATIONS

8. COMMUNICATIONS

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5 - 8 i) Destination Bike - Welcoming Cyclists in Lanark County

9. CONSENT REPORTS

9 - 18 i) Report #PD-08-2021 Planning Department Information Report County Planner, Julie Stewart

Suggested Motion by Councillor Doug Black Seconded by Councillor John Hall: "THAT, the recommendations contained in the following Consent Reports for the April Economic Development Committee meeting be approved: Report #PD-08-2021 Planning Department Information Report."

10. DISCUSSION REPORTS

19 - 20 i) Report #CAO-06-2021 "Connect Lanark” Broadband Program CAO, Kurt Greaves

“THAT, Lanark County Council authorize creating the “Connect Lanark” program to help low income families with broadband installation;

AND THAT, the program be financed from the 2021 budget line for broadband initiatives.”

21 - 41 ii) Report #PD-09-2021 Municipality of Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment NO. 26 County Planner, Julie Stewart

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Sean Redmond Seconded by Councillor Sharon Mousseau: "THAT, the Economic Development Committee recommend to County Council that Community Official Plan Amendment No. 26 for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, File No. 0931-OP-20003, being a site specific amendment to Highway Commercial policies to establish the principle of development to accommodate a mix of commercial and medium to high density residential uses on the property, for lands described as Part Lot 16, Concession 10, Part 1, Plan 27R-8990, Parts 1-4, and 9-12 on 27R-8445, Geographic Township of Ramsay, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, known municipally as 430 Ottawa Street, as adopted by the

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Council for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills on November 17, 2020, by By-law No. 20-112, be approved as submitted."

42 - 60 iii) Report #PD-10-2021 Municipality of Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 27 County Planner, Julie Stewart

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Brian Campbell Seconded by Councillor Ed McPherson: "THAT, the Economic Development Committee recommend to County Council that Community Official Plan Amendment No. 27 for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, File No. 0931-OP-21001, being a site specific amendment to re-designate the lands from "Industrial" to "Residential - Community Facility", for lands described as East Part Lot 14, Concession 10, Ward of Almonte, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, as adopted by the Council for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills on February 16, 2021, by By-law No. 21-011, be approved."

61 - 62 iv) Report #PD-11-2021 Update of the LPAT Appeal to the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan Amendment No. 21 County Planner, Julie Stewart

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Bill Dobson Seconded by Councillor Ray Scissions: "THAT, Report # PD-11-2021 of the County Planner, Update of the LPAT Appeal, Case Number: PL200045, being an appeal to the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 21, be received as information".

63 - 67 v) SCOP 5-Year Review County Planner, Julie Stewart

Suggested Motion by Councillor Rickey Minnille Seconded by Councillor Richard Kidd: "THAT, the Economic Development Committee recommend to the Council of the County of Lanark that the County Planner prepare a report identifying the key policy areas to be updated in accordance with the Planning Act requirements and provide options and recommendations to proceed with the Official Plan review."

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11. DEFERRED REPORTS

12. VERBAL REPORTS

68 - 71 i) Bill 276, Supporting Recovery and Competitiveness Act, 2021 County Planner, Julie Stewart

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Sharon Mousseau Seconded by Councillor Sean Redmond: "THAT, the Report regarding Bill 276, Supporting Recovery and Competitiveness Act, 2021, be received as information only."

ii) Report of the Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation (verbal) Councillor John Fenik

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Richard Kidd Seconded by Warden Christa Lowry: "THAT, the Report of the Valley Heartland Community Futures Development Corporation (verbal) be received as information."

13. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS

14. NEW/OTHER BUSINESS

i) Delegation Discussion: Perthmore Phase VI Subdivision Concerns

Suggested Motion moved by Councillor Doug Black Seconded by Councillor Steve Fournier: "THAT, the delegation related to Perthmore Phase VI Subdivision be received as information."

15. ADJOURNMENT

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Let’s get Mississippi Mills to Silver Level Bicycle Friendly

Community

The Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) designation for Mississippi Mills is coming up for renewal - and as the result of so much cycle activity and increased bicycle infrastructure in our community, we believe our community can move from Bronze to Silver BFC designation. To kick-off our BFC application, the undersigned request a letter of endorsement and support from the Mississippi Mills Council (see below). Let’s lead by example and be the first Silver BFC in the region! Over the past 7 years, the bicycle friendly community in Mississippi Mills has ridden success after success. Since 2016, the year Mississippi Mills was awarded Bronze designation, our community has embraced cycling in so many measurable ways. Mississippi Mills has enjoyed and promoted greater cycling safety by way of: 1. CanBike workshops for adults and teens 2. Walking school bus initiatives at area schools 3. Designated bicycle lanes along two busy commuter streets in Almonte: One makes biking to high school much safer, the other joins Downtown Almonte to the commercial area of Ottawa St 4. The 2020 County of Lanark “Warden’s Slow Roll” on the OVRT - an event promoted County-wide to encourage cycle safety and enthusiasm. Over 100 participants from Beckwith, Carleton Place, Mississippi Mills as well as Ottawa. Many participants were municipal and county councillors 5. Mississippi Mills Youth Centre (MMYC)’s successful application for MTO Road Safety Challenge funding - to be used for intergenerational bicycle rides, advocacy, and maintenance programs in 2021 6. Bicycle Month in Mississippi Mills and Lanark County each June continues to promote safety and accessibility around cycling. The Mayors’ Slow Bike Race is one such annual event as is The Silver Chain Challenge, a friendly competition between a growing number of participating counties from across Eastern Ontario to inspire and promote more active, safer and healthier communities. Mississippi Mills cycle tourism & economic development is booming. Four provincial tourist routes include our municipality and are highlighted in the Ontario by Bike tourism publication, Cycling Ontario 2021. These routes and initiatives are: 1. The Provincial cycling network includes Mississippi Mills in one of the spine routes 2. The Voyageur cycling route from Ottawa to North Bay runs through Mississippi Mills. This is the loop that connects to the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail circle route of southern Ontario 3. Mississippi Mills is on Freewheeling.ca Adventure Cycle Tour routes, with overnight stops in Almonte 4. The M.O.R.E (Mississippi Ottawa Rivers Experience) trail is a 180km multi-day cycle loop that connects us with cycle tourists from Ottawa 5. A few years of Mississippi Mills “Right Bikes” bike rentals at the Almonte Old Town Hall 6. Ontario by Bike Network certifies tourism businesses as bicycle friendly, Lanark County has 22 certified Bicycle Friendly businesses. A 28 April 2021 webinar will help more business certify - details below

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7. The Eastern Ontario Active Transportation Summit began in Almonte in 2013. It’s goal: to create walkable, bikeable rural communities. Representatives from Mississippi Mills attend and share knowledge each year of the Summit. 8. Almonte Bicycle Works bike shop and its “Bikes for Haiti” charity wing have sold new and used bikes at reasonable prices and have kept them in good repair for over a decade. In similar ways that the Hallmark movie industry has brought more wealth and more curious visitors to Mississippi Mills, so has increasing bicycle infrastructure: 1. 6.5 kms of Lanark County and Mississippi Mills bicycle lanes along Martin Street North, Ottawa Street and Perth Street - used more than ever during this era of outdoor recreation as a respite from COVID-19 isolation. Look out summer of 2021! 2. Lanark County connected Almonte with Appleton and onto Hwy 7 with 13.5 km of bike lanes along the paved shoulder on Appleton Side Rd and 2.5 km of rural bike lanes in northern Pakenham (Mississippi Mills) along the Waba Rd. Lanark County is committed to paving shoulders as they redevelop rural roads to be more bicycle friendly 3. Lanark County Mountain Bike Associations addition of the Bennie’s Corners trails increased mountain bike trail riding from 10 km in 2016 to 20 km in 2021 - all within Mississippi Mills. An asset that attracts Kanata and Ottawa trail riding clubs for an afternoon or a day, when they also need a meal or more after their rides 4. An increase in bike racks within Almonte and Pakenham - attractive to cyclists. The latest racks have just been installed at the Alameda on the OVRT. 5. The stone-dusting of the Ottawa Valley Rail Trail surface within the communities of Carleton Place, Ramsay, Almonte and Pakenham. The surfacing was paid by a Ontario Municipal Commuter Cycling (OMCC) grant. In 2017, Lanark County along with Carleton Place and Mississippi Mills received $598k in OMCC grant money to make the OVRT more bicycle friendly for commuters, tourists and more accessible to seniors and residents with disabilities.

The sheer volume of cyclists in our communities over the past few years is astounding. The OVRT has proven to be a HUGE bike resource. The bikeable distance from Pakenham to Almonte to Carleton Place

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is 20km - all on bike friendly surfacing and all safely off-road! The Voyageur Cycling Route provided a bicycle counter and collected statistics for two years on the OVRT in Almonte. In 2019, Aug- Nov, the total was 5138 bikes and the yearly total for 2020 was a whopping 22,717 bike trips! In 2021, our second COVID-19 summer, we expect to see a record number of bikes out – check out the 2021 count above! We’re taking seriously the health of active aging residents! Our community most recently acquired two Trio bikes, owned by Carebridge Community Support’s Wellness Program. The Trio bikes transport seniors from retirement and long term care facilities for recreational rides in Mississippi Mills. One trio bike was paid for by the Almonte Civitan Club and the other by citizen-fundraising. Look for the trio bikes at all outdoor community events this summer and up and down the OVRT!

Trio Bike Delivery by the Almonte Civitan Club

Both Lanark and Mississippi Mills maintain Active Transportation Plans that support cycle infrastructure, safety, planning, education and enthusiasm. All this cycling-driven success in our municipality has inspired a group of organizational partners to reach for Silver Designation in the Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) Program. The BFC Program was launched by the Share the Road Cycling Coalition in Canada in August 2010 in partnership with the Washington- based League of American Bicyclists. The Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) is the primary sponsor for the BFC Program. In 2016, Mississippi Mills was the first small rural community to be awarded BFC Bronze level certification in Ontario. Need more reasons to support a BFC designation in Mississippi Mills? 1. Now more than ever, cycling and cycle tourism is increasingly popular 2. Welcoming cyclists is good for business 3. Helps a community to take advantage of regional and provincial promotions and projects supporting cycling and cycle tourism

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4. Designation can help entrepreneurs uncover new business opportunities 5. The explosion in cycling and other safe outdoor pursuits are keeping people healthy and sane in this era of COVID-19 Mississippi Mills Bicycle Movement (MMBM) is spearheading the application for Silver BFC designation. Any volunteers who would like to get involved can please contact MMBM. Please direct your letters of support to the same email address: [email protected] The undersigned request a letter of endorsement and support from the Mississippi Mills and Lanark County Councils in order that a Silver BFC designation application can be submitted to Share the Road. Looking forward to hearing from you all! With warmest regards, Rob Riendeau, Robbie Brady, Jeff Mills, Jill McCubbin, MMBM representatives, with the committed and confirmed support from the following groups: 1. Age Friendly North Lanark (Carebridge) 2. Almonte Bicycle Works 3. Almonte Civitan Club 4. Bridging Generations Pakenham 5. Lanark County Mountain Biking Association (LCMBA) 6. Mississippi Mills Bicycle Month 7. Mississippi Mills Youth Centre 8. Mississippi Mills Family Cycling Group 9. Pakenham Business and Tourism Association 10. Rimm Rovers Note: This letter was sent to all the following: 1. Every member of Mississippi Mills Council 2. Mississippi Mills CAO and Clerk 3. Every member of Lanark County Council 4. Lanark County CAO and Clerk 5. Mississippi Mills Dept Roads & Public Works, Dept Recreation, & Dept Economic Development 6. Lanark County Dept Roads & Public Works, Tourism and Economic Development Upcoming webinar details: “Destination Bike - Welcoming Cyclists in Lanark County” The Ontario By Bike Network certifies tourism businesses as bicycle friendly, helping businesses reach the growing number of cycle tourists Wednesday, 28 April, 10 - 11am Registration Page: ontariobybike-lanarkcounty.eventbrite.ca All info about the webinar is at the above link.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT April 28, 2021

Report # PD-08-2021 of the County Planner

PLANNING DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

1. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS

"THAT, Report # PD-08-2021 of the County Planner, Planning Department Information Report for the period March 16, 2021 April 19, 2021 be received as information".

2. PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to update Members of the Economic Development Committee on the activities of the Planning Department.

3. BACKGROUND

3.1 Consents See Attachment "A" - Consent Applications.

3.2 Subdivisions See Attachment "B" - Subdivision Applications.

3.3 Condominiums See Attachment "C" - Condominium Applications.

3.4 Part-lot Control See Attachment "D" - Part-lot Control Applications.

3.5 Official Plan Amendments See Attachment "E" - Official Plan Amendment Applications

4. DISCUSSION

Not applicable.

5. ANALYSIS AND OPTIONS

Report #PD-08-2021 Planning Department Information Report County Planner... Page 9 of 71 AGENDA ITEM #9i) Application Fees are in accordance with the Tariff of Fees By-law. Third Party Fees (Planning Consultant Fees) are paid by the developer.

6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

None.

7. LOCAL MUNICIPAL IMPACT

This report is for information purposes.

8. CONCLUSIONS

9. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment "A" - Consent Applications. Attachment "B" - Subdivision Applications. Attachment "C" - Condominium Applications. Attachment "D" - Part-lot Control Applications. Attachment "E" - Official Plan Amendment Applications.

Recommended By: Approved for Manager Approval Submission By: By: Julie Stewart County Planner Leslie Drynan Kurt Greaves County Clerk / Deputy Chief Administrative CAO Officer

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ATTACHMENT “A”

3.1 Consent Applications

Virtual Hearing Date - April 13, 2021– Applications Approved

3.1.1 B20/070 - Scott Timmins, Glen Timmins, and Lois Timmins New Lot Pt. Lot 11, Concession 11, geographic Township of Pakenham in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills 12th Concession South

3.1.2 B20/087 - Blake Robertson New Lot and Easement Pt. Lot 11, Concession 11, geographic Township of Pakenham in the Municipality of Mississippi Mills County Road 20 (Kinburn Side Road)

3.1.3 B20/134 Wilfred Hall New Lot Pt. Lot 10, Concession 9, geographic Township of Dalhousie, in the Township of Lanark Highlands Hall Shore Road

3.1.4 B20/135 Wilfred Hall Lot Addition with Easement Pt. Lot 10, Concession 9, geographic Township of Dalhousie, in the Township of Lanark Highlands Hall Shore Road

3.1.5 B20/136 - Dustin Hart and Ashley Gorham Lot Addition Pt. Lot 10, Concession 9, geographic Township of Dalhousie, in the Township of Lanark Highlands 10th Concession Dalhousie

3.1.6 B21/006 - Heather Stanley-Smith New Lot Pt. Lots 21 and 22, Concession 8, geographic Township of Lanark in the Township of Lanark Highlands Lanark 9th Concession B

3.1.7 B21/007 - Heather Stanley-Smith New Lot Pt. Lots 21 and 22, Concession 8, geographic Township of Lanark in the Township of Lanark Highlands Lanark 9th Concession B

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ATTACHMENT “A”

3.1.8 B20/128 - Pauline Wright New Lot Pt. Lot 9, Concession 2, in Beckwith Township Perth Road

3.1.9 B20/150 - Ken E. Crain New Lot Pt. Lot 9, Concession 12, geographic Township of Dalhousie in the Township of Lanark Highlands 12th Concession Dalhousie

3.1.10 B20/155 - Chris Vella and Julie Deschamps New Lot Pt. Lot 12, Concession 3, in the Beckwith Township Powell Street

3.1.11 B21/017 - Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited New Lot and Easement Pt. Lot 16, Concession 11, geographic Township of Beckwith in the Town of Carleton Place Roe Street

3.1.12 B21/018 - Raj Hans and Jane Hans Easement Pt. Lot 7, Section D, Plan 276 in the Town of Carleton Place Bridge Street

3.1.13 B20/059 - Martin Whyte New Lots Pt. Lot 12 and 13, Concession 5, geographic Township of South Sherbrooke in Tay Valley Township Highway 36

3.1.14 B20/060 - Martin Whyte New Lots Pt. Lot 12 and 13, Concession 5, geographic Township of South Sherbrooke in Tay Valley Township Highway 36

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ATTACHMENT “B”

3.2 Subdivision Applications

3.2.1 Glen Isle Shores (File No. 09-T-84002) Mississippi Mills. STEP 9 – Approval of Draft Plan by MMAH. No activity since 2000. Appealed to the Ontario Municipal Board. Remains as an open file at OMB. LPAT decision issued November 27, 2020. (16 units) 3.2.2 Gary & Mary Greer (File No. 09-T-91011) Montague STEP 9 – Approval of Draft Plan by MMAH. No activity since 2000. (2 Comm) 3.2.3 734230 Ontario Ltd (File No. 09-T-05002) Beckwith STEP 14 – Partial Final Approval. Phase 1 – Registered 2006. (48 lots) Phase 2 – Registered July 7, 2020. 27M-93. (25 lots) (72 units) 3.2.4 Rideau Bluffs (File No. 09-T-08001) Tay Valley STEP 11- Monitor Progress. Extension Granted – Lapses October 2022. (8 units) 3.2.5 Wilson Subdivision (File No. 09-T-09003) – Drummond/North Elmsley Phase 1 - registered. Phase 2 - STEP 11 Monitor Progress. Extension Granted - Lapses July 15, 2021. (47 units) 3.2.6 Riverfront Estates (File No. 09-T-10001) Mississippi Mills Phase 1 & 2 – registered. Phase 3 – Final Approval June 11, 2015. Phase 4 Registered 2017. Phase 5 Registered 2019. 27M-88. (344 units) 3.2.7 Coleman Street NuGlobe Subdivision (File No. 09-T-12002) Carleton Place STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Phase 1 Registered July 6, 2020. 27M-92. (211 units) Extension Granted – Lapses September 30, 2021. (280 Units) 3.2.8 Hayshore Estates (File No. 09-T-12006) Beckwith Phase II – registered January 2014 Phase III – registered November 2016 (27M-74) Phase IV Registered July 23, 2020. 27M-94. (21 lots) (58 units)

3.2.10 Boyd Street (File No. 09-T-13006) Carleton Place Letter to agent, February 2020. No response received to date. (63 units) 3.2.11 Powell (File No. 09-T-14001) Beckwith STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Extension Granted - Lapses October 1, 2021. (47 units)

3.2.12 King’s Creek (File No. 09-T-15001) Beckwith Phase 1 Registered September 20, 2018. 27M-85. (71 units) Phase 2 Registered September 28, 2020. 27M-95. (32 lots) Extension Granted – Lapses April 15, 2022.

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ATTACHMENT “B”

3.2.13 Mill Run Phases 2 to 5 (09-T-15002) Mississippi Mills STEP 14 – Phase 2 and 3 Registered December 2016. Phase 3B Registered August 8, 2018. 27M-84. Phase 4 Registered 2019. 27M-90. Phase 4B Registered April 20, 2020. 27M-91. Phase 5A Final Approval January 2021. 27M-96. (47 units) STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Lapses Feb 2023. (383 units)

3.2.14 Taber Street (09-T-15003) Carleton Place STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Lapses December 2020. Registered February 24, 2021. 27M-97. (19 units) 3.2.15 Appleton (09-T-15005) Mississippi Mills STEP 6 and 7 – Evaluation and Develop Conditions. (20 units)

3.2.16 Bodnar Subdivision (09-T-17001) Carleton Place STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Lapses May 9, 2021. Extension Requested - January 2021. (544 units) 3.2.17 Beckwith Estates (09-T-17002) Beckwith (90 units) STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Lapses May 9, 2021. Extension Requested – February 2021.

3.2.18 Stephen Smith (09-T-17003) Beckwith STEP 6 – Evaluation. Letter to owner advising of requirements if amendment proposed. February 2020. Letter from Township of Beckwith, March 2020. 3.2.19 Carleton Crossing - Phase 4 (09-T-17004) Carleton Place Registered, 27M-89. (42 units)

3.2.20 Beckwith Industrial Park (09-T-18001) Beckwith (9 Blocks, 2 lots) STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Lapses December 2023.

3.2.21 Carmichael Farm - Phase 1 (09-T-18002) Carleton Place (24 units) STEP 6 – Evaluation. Owner agent reviewing proposed draft plan conditions with the Town of Carleton Place.

3.2.22 Carmichael Farm - Phase 2 (09-T-18003) Carleton Place (323 units) On Hold.

3.2.23 Lakeside Drive Phase 2 and 3 (09-T-18004) Beckwith (49 lots) STEP 6 – Evaluation. .

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ATTACHMENT “B”

3.2.24 Baker’s Quarry Subdivision (09-T-20001) Mississippi Mills STEP 6 and 7 – Evaluate and Develop Conditions (9 lots, 1 block)

3.2.25 McEwen’s Mill Subdivision (09-T-20002) Beckwith STEP 11 – Monitor Progress. Lapses November 18, 2023. (60 lots)

3.2.25 Hillcroft Estates (09-T-20003) Beckwith STEP 3 – Notice of Application and Consultation circulated Status Letter February 2021. (11 lots)

3.2.26 Goodwood Estates (09-T-20004) Beckwith STEP 3 – Notice of Application and Consultation circulated Status Letter February 2021. (25 lots)

3.2.7 Perthmore Phase 6 (09-T-21001) Town of Perth STEP 3 – Notice of Application and Consultation circulated. (65 lots/blocks)

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ATTACHMENT “C”

3.3 Condominium Applications 3.3.1 Nordlaw Condominium – Condominium Exemption (File No. 09-CD-16002) Tay Valley (South Sherbrooke) STEP 6 – Exemption Approved. Lapses January 2020. Changed conditions approved – May 2017. Extension Granted - Lapses January 11, 2022.

3.3.2 Lakeside Drive Condominium – Condominium Exemption (File No. 09-CDM-20001) Beckwith STEP 6 – Exemption Approved. Lapses June 2023.

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ATTACHMENTATTACHMENT “ “DD-1””

3.4 Part-lot Control Applications

3.4.1 09-P-21023 Town of Carleton Place Block 44, Plan 27M-92 (2 units)

3.4.2 09-P-21024 Town of Carleton Place Block 53, Plan 27M-92 (2 units)

3.4.3 09-P-21025 Town of Carleton Place Block 54, Plan 27M-92 (2 units)

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ATTACHMENT “E”

3.5 Official Plan Amendment Applications

3.5.1 Municipality of Mississippi Mills COPA No. 21 (File No. 0931-OP-16003) 5 Year Review. By-law 2019-38 adopted by Lanark County Council on December 4th, 2019. Appeal to LPAT received on January 2, 2020.

3.5.2 Town of Carleton Place OPA-01-2020 (File No.0928-OP-20001) Highway District Secondary Plan Area. By-law 39-2020 adopted by Town of Carleton Place Council on April 21, 2020. Received by the County of Lanark on May 6, 2020. No Appeals Received. Decision Final.

3.5.3 Municipality of Mississippi Mills COPA No. 23 (File No. 0931-OP-20002) Site specific OPA for Block 70, Plan 27M-88, Riverfront Subdivision to increase net site density to permit a three-storey, 44 unit apartment building. By-law 20-026 adopted by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Council on April 7, 2020. Received by the County of Lanark on June 9, 2020.

3.5.4 Cooney Construction and Landscape Limited (File No. 0940-OP-20003) – INCOMPLETE SUBMISSION County of Lanark Sustainable Communities Official Plan Amendment and Township of Lanark Highlands Official Plan Amendment for Part of Lots 22 and 23, Concession 3, geographic Township of Darling, Township of Lanark Highlands. The applications have been deemed incomplete. A joint letter was prepared by the County of Lanark and provided to the agent and applicant.

3.5.5 Municipality of Mississippi Mills COPA No. 24 (File No. 0931-OP-20002) To amend Policy 3.3.6 (1) to alter the construction date limitations for surplus farm dwelling severances on Rural lands. Municipally initiated Official Plan Amendment. By-law 20-026 adopted by the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Council on August 25, 2020. Received by the County of Lanark on September 16, 2020.

3.5.6 Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited Proposed Arnott Pit (File No. 0940-OP-20005) County of Lanark Sustainable Communities Official Plan Amendment and Township of Lanark Highlands Official Plan Amendment for Part of Lot 3, Concession 5, geographic Township of Lanark, Township of Lanark Highlands. Application deemed complete on November 4, 2020. Notice of Application and Consultation circulated to agencies and public.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE April 28, 2021

Report # CAO-06-2021 of the CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

"Connect Lanark” Broadband Program

1. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS

“THAT, Lanark County Council authorize creating the “Connect Lanark” program to help low-income families with broadband installation;

AND THAT, the program be financed from the 2021 budget line for broadband initiatives.”

2. PURPOSE

To obtain County Council approval to establish a program to help low-income households access high speed internet.

3. BACKGROUND

One of County Council main priorities for 2019-2022 is ‘cell and internet expansion’.

4. DISCUSSION

The repeated stay at home orders, school closures and working from home have made high speed internet more essential than ever.

By improving access to high-speed internet Lanark County is helping families with education, employment, healthcare access and entertainment.

The program will benefit the Internet Service Providers who will be able to add additional customers providing economies of scale allowing them to accelerate expansion.

The criteria would mirror that of existing County programs:

• Household income of less than $70,000 annual gross (same as renovate and insulate)

Report #CAO-06-2021 "Connect Lanark” Broadband Program CAO, Kurt Greaves Page 19 of 71 AGENDA ITEM #10i) • Maximum asset value of liquid assets $200,000 (same as renovate and insulate) • One page application (similar to HOP) completed with Ontario Works staff • Payment is issued directly to the internet company • Applicant provides proof of income, assets, ID, place of residence and copy of quote/invoice • Eligible funding up to $2,000 per household (one time only). The program would be administered by Lanark County Social Services department.

5. ANALYSIS AND OPTIONS

The options available are to proceed with this program as suggested, or to modify or to develop an entirely different program.

The recommendation is to start the program as soon as possible in order to help families that are struggling now and if the program uptake is slow to modify to increase the number of eligible recipients.

6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

The recommendation is to fund the project from 2021 Budget Broadband allocation (total $125,000).

7. LOCAL MUNICIPAL IMPACT

Improved access to high-speed internet benefits the Lanark County community.

8. CONCLUSIONS

This program is designed to provide a needed hand up to families who need high speed internet for essential daily living.

9. ATTACHMENTS

None.

Recommended By: Manager Approval By: Kurt Greaves urt Greaves Chief Administrative Chief Administrative Officer Officer

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE April 28, 2021

Report # PD-09-2021 of the County Planner

MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 26

1. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS

"THAT, the Economic Development Committee recommend to County Council that Community Official Plan Amendment No. 26 for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, File No. 0931-OP-20003, being a site specific amendment for lands described as Part Lot 16, Concession 10, Part 1, Plan 27R-8990, Parts 1-4, and 9-12 on 27R- 8445, Geographic Township of Ramsay, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, known municipally as 430 Ottawa Street, as adopted by the Council for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills on November 17, 2020, by By-law No. 20-112, be approved as submitted."

2. PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to recommend approval of Community Official Plan Amendment No. 26 for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, File No. 0931-OP-20003, for lands known municipally as 430 Ottawa Street.

3. BACKGROUND

Municipal Plan Review Services for this application have been performed by the County Planner and Jp2g. A copy of the Technical Report is included as Attachment "A".

4. DISCUSSION

See the Technical Report attached as Attachment "A".

5. ANALYSIS AND OPTIONS

See the Technical Report attached as Attachment "A".

6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

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7. LOCAL MUNICIPAL IMPACT

The Amendment has been supported by the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills.

8. CONCLUSIONS

Official Plan Amendment No. 26 to the Community Official Plan of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills is appropriate and should be approved.

9. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment "A" - Technical Report File No. 0931-OP-20003. Attachment "B" - By-law No. 20-112 Amendment No. 26

Recommended By: Approved for Manager Approval Submission By: By: Julie Stewart County Planner Leslie Drynan Kurt Greaves County Clerk / Deputy Chief Administrative CAO Officer

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AMENDMENT NO. 26 TO THE MISSISSIPPI MILLS COMMUNITY OFFICIAL PLAN

TECHNICAL REPORT

COUNTY FILE NO. 0931-OP-20003

Prepared for

County of Lanark Planning Department 99 Christie Lake Road Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6

Prepared by

Jp2g Consultants Inc. 12 International Drive, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 6W5 T.613.735.3204 F.613.735.4513 Jp2g Project No. 20-7064B

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Jp2g Ref No. 20-7064B Amendment No. 26 to the Mississippi Mills COP COUNTY FILE NO. 0931-OP-20003 Table of Contents

1 Application File Number ...... 1

2 Municipality ...... 1

3 Type of Amendment ...... 1

4 Effect of the Amendment ...... 1

5 Concurrent Applications...... 1

6 Supporting Studies ...... 1

6 Provincial Policy ...... 1

7 Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan ...... 3

8 Local Municipal Official Plan ...... 3

9 Public Consultation ...... 4

10 Conclusions...... 4

11 Recommendation...... 4

APPENDICES APPENDIX No. 1: Amendment No. 26 to the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan

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1 Application File Number The County of Lanark File Number assigned to this application is 0931-OP-20003.

2 Municipality This site-specific amendment has been initiated by the owner of the property and applies to lands described as Part Lot 16, Concession 10, Former Township of Ramsay, Part 1, Plan 27R-8990, Parts 1- 4, 9-12, Plan RP 27R-8445, 430 Ottawa Street (PIN 05089-0147), Town of Mississippi Mills.

3 Type of Amendment The Amendment #26 to the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan (COP) is site specific lands to noted the subject above. are designated lands Commercial Highway subject” . the The amendment purpose “ of to establishThe is the principle of development to accommodate both a mix of commercial and medium to high density residential uses on the subject property. This is a text change only, adding a new site-specific policy under Section 3.7.3.5 of the COP, and does not change any of the land use schedules.

4 Effect of the Amendment Amendment No. 26 is a site-specific amendment to the Highway Commercial policies to permit medium to high density residential uses with a maximum net density of 50 units per ha. This will allow a total of 124-units in a 4-storey apartment building a a non - of building. residential The Community storeys Of ficial Plan upper dwelling(s) in apartment nd the recognizes a general maximum net density of “medium density development” of 35 units per ha (Policy 3.6.5).

5 Concurrent Applications A concurrent zoning by-law amendment has been filed with the Municipality to change the zoning of the subject lands from “Shopping Centre Commercial – Special Exception 4” (C4-4) to “Shopping Centre Commercial – Special Exception X (C4- X Zone). This is intended to implement the policy change of the Official Plan Amendment and permit the medium to high density residential uses. Town Council passed the concurrent Zoning By-law Amendment (By-law 20-113) on November 17, 2020.

6 Supporting Studies

The applicant prepared a number of studies in support of the Official Plan Amendment Application. These included:

• Planning Rationale, by Novatech; • Transportation Impact Statement, by Novatech; • Conceptual Site Plan, by Vandenberg & Wildeboer Associates; • Site Section, by Vandenberg & Wildeboer Associates; • Shadow Study, by Vandenberg & Wildeboer Associates; • Retail and Residential Market Demand Study, by Shore-Tanner & Associates; • Surveyors Real Property Report, by Fairhill, Moffatt & Woodland Ltd; and, • Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment, Toronto Inspection Ltd.

6 Provincial Policy Matters of provincial interest are contained in Section 2 of the Planning Act and implemented through the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 (PPS) issued under Section 3 of the Act. The 2020 PPS came into effect on May 1, 2020. According to the Planning Act, when reviewing Planning Act applications, planning authorities (i.e., County Council) must ensure that proposals are “consistent with” the policies contained within the following three main policy objectives of the PPS:

1. Building Strong Healthy Communities;

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2. Wise Use and Management of Resources; and 3. Protecting Public Health and Safety

The following is an assessment of Amendment No. 26 in relation to the PPS (2020) policies as expressed in the April 15, 2020 Planning Justification Report submitted with the application. This assessment was found to be comprehensive and accurate.

Section 1 of the PPS provides policy with regards to building strong and healthy communities. With regards to settlement areas, it is a policy of the PPS to focus growth and development to these areas and to use land and resources wisely. It is also a policy for settlement areas to promote efficient development patterns and accommodate an appropriate range and mix residentiof uses, and employmentordable housial Land use pat including uses. within aff terns commercial ng and settlements areas are to be based onreadily densities available and a mix of land uses which can efficiently use infrastructure and public . service Landss use patterns eshall of uses also be based onand a opportunities rang for intensification d an redevelopment. Appropriate development standards should also be promoted which facilitate intensification, redevelopment or mitigating appro priate and and levels compact of public form, health while avoiding safety.

It also is local a policy of municipalities the PPSropriate for to provide range an and app mix of housing options and densities to -based andmeet affordable housing projected ents require market of futurem current residents and of the regional market area. This by ispermitting and encouraged facilitating all o meet housing the social, options health, t economic and -wellbeing requirements of while also permit ting all types current of residential and future residents intensification redevelopm of andforms Furthermore, intensificati ent. settlement and redevelopment various on within areas on existing municipal services should also be promoted, wherever feasible. It is also a policy to promote densities for new housing which efficiently use land, resources and public infrastructure.

Regarding employment, Section 1.3 of the PPS provides policy for planning authorities to promote economic development and competitiveness by providing an appropriate mix and range of employment uses and employment sites to meet long- term needs. The PPS also encourages compact, mixed-use development that incorporates compatible employment uses to support communities. and resilient long -term liveable should that prosperity states economic PPS The be further supported by toencouraging respond to residentialdynamic - based market needs uses and the to necessary pro vide housing supply and a range of housing options for a diversified workforce.

The proposed amendment to permit a mix of medium to high density residential and commercial uses on the subject lands is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement as the PPS encourages a mix of land uses. The proposed development is consistent with providing an opportunity to redevelop and intensify a key land parcel within the Town of Almonte. The redevelopment of the existing commercial centre will allow the site to be fully utilized to meet current and future needs of the community while also providing compact building form. Future redevelopment of the site will allow for residential and commercial development that is compatible to meet market demands of the community.

The proposed redevelopment of the entire site to accommodate a mix of residential uses where the lands were previously undeveloped an to underdev an of opportunity parcel maximize eloped presents the use the within lands and intensify Municipality’s urban settlement area. The proposed residential development component of the amendments will further contribute to providing a range of housing options and tenure to meet market demands.

Section 2 of the PPS sets out policies for the protection of natural heritage, water, agriculture, minerals and petroleum, mineral aggregates, and cultural resources, all for their economic, environmental and social benefits. There are no natural features kno or he cultural wn ritage featuresThe lands on are the inte property. full on al developed mun be to nded icip services.

Section 3 of the PPS addresses the protection of public health and safety through policies that relate to natural hazards and human-made hazards. A Phase I Environmental Site Assessment was undertaken because of the introduction of a sensitive useres idential non lands. on landconcluded - oreportn- and off - site Phaseassessments I “do notThe that represent a significant potential environmental concern which may adversely impact the onditions subsurface of c the property.” The report based stated on thatavailable “ documents a review andation hat t in on form further of the

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investigation i.e. Phase II ESA is recommended.” Based on this assessment, it appears that the site is appropriate for the introduction of sensitive land uses such as residential development.

In summary, Amendment No. 26 has been reviewed with respect to matters of provincial interest and it is our opinion that the approval of Amendment No. 26 is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020.

7 Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan Amendments to local official plans must demonstrate conformity to the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan (SCOP). The following is a brief overview of Amendment No. 26 in consideration of the SCOP policies.

The Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan was adopted by Council on June 27, 2012. The subject lands are designated as Settlement Area on Schedule A of the County’s Official Plan. Section 2.3 of the Official Plan provides policy direction with regards to Settlement Areas. In general, efficient development patterns to maximize the use of land, resources, infrastructure and public service facilities are promoted within Settlement Areas. Where services can support it, the policies promote intensification within. are Areas aThereSettlement promote which lso policies mixed use development within Settlement dential Areas. development, ro mote an adequate Regarding supply the of policies resi p residential lands as well as providing for a range and mix of low, medium and high-density housing types.

Section out7.6 psets regarding polices otentially contamin policies Environmental an Site state that The ated sites. Assessment (ESA) may be required where there are concerns regarding potential contamination.

Section 8.2.9 of the County’s Plan provides policy with regards to affordable housing. It states that the County and local Councils by e housing projec affordable forto tedmeet provide densities will and types housing of range full nabling a demographic and market. requirementsThe Plan encourages larly within infill urban and housing intensification, particu core . areas This may include redevelopmentd infill on at vacant higher lands densities as an a means of providing affordable housing (Section 8.2.9.2).

The proposed amendment to the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan conforms to the policies of the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan. The development will support the redevelopment of the site at a higher density and will provide for an increase in housing types within the Town of Almonte, particularly for medium to high density residential development.

conclusion, InAmendment 2No.6 to Mississthe ippi Mi lls COP been reviewed with resphas ct e to ofthes thepolicie Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan (SCOP) and it is our opinion that the approval of Amendment No. 26 to the Mississippi Mills COP will conform to the SCOP.

8 Local Municipal Official Plan The Town Planner’s Planning Report of October 20, 2020 provides an accurate overview of the project in relation to the policies of the Mississippi Mills COP. The local Planner’s opinion is sound and defendable and is summarized as follows.

subject The designated are “ Commercial landsHighway ” in COP. the d This permits generally largely esignation automotive oriented land uses. It was acknowledged that the Highway Commercial lands also play a role in the gateway to Almonte. The subject land is one of two (2) shopping centres within the Town and subject to Section 3.7.3.4 of the COP. In general, residential uses were not contemplated through the Highway Commercial designation, resulting in the need for the OPA. supp In R and esidential Marke Retail which Study Demand a t prepared the application, the of ort proponent promoted the mixed use of the property. The proposal was also assessed against the Growth and Settlement policies of Section 2.5.1 and 2.5.2 of the COP. The residential policies of Section 3.6.1 were also assessed and acknowledge the need affordableo f house units. It was os ap ed noted artment that wi ll exceed the the three -storey prop limit for medium density residential, also resulting in the need for he OPA. The Town Planner’s assessment concluded that the proposed amendment conformed to the policies of the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan.

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The Official Plan policy review in the Town Planner’s report overlooked Section 3.1.3.3, Contaminated Sites. The policies of 3.1.3.3ate Sectionthat “ redevelopmen st development new or consent, rezoning, or building permit, requiring t a subdivision or lan on that lands amendment are to this known P or suspected of being contaminated shall require an environmental site engineer. rem ediation plan prepared in necessary, If qualified a site by prepared assessment, a accordance with the provincial "Guidelines for Use at Contaminated Sites in Ontario" shall be required.” Provincial policy requires where there isuse that land sensitive a such a - residential to a non an prop that introduced erty residential s Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) is required. Following the Town Council’s adoptions of OPA # 26, the proponent prepared an ESA Phase 1 that concluded that the subject land does not represent a significant potential environmental concern which may adversely impact the subsurface conditions of the property. The report recommended that a Phase 2 ESA was not required.

In No 26 Mills COP to has the Mississippi f Amendment thebeen conclusion, reviewed with respect to the policies o Mississippi Mills COP ssissip pi M andills it COP will is our opinion that the approval of Amendment No. 26 to the Mi conform to the Mississippi Mills COP.

9 Public Consultation The Town of M ississippi Mills provided Notice of a Virtual Public MeetingJuly 31, on 20 20. The statutory virtual public meeting d on hel was2020 August at 2 :00 pm . 25,19 sepa submissirateons oppos ed the development, as proposed acknowledged in the minutes of the Public Meeting. The issues and concerns were wide ranging, including concerns with the high density for nti town al houses privacy the sun north,- to existing re loss proposed development, the of of side shadowing tingof residence exiss, concerns he about general lack t of ased water traffic, infrastructure, lack of incre haffordable of primeloss commercialousing, number space, units already be ing apartment new of and the large constructed in the area. The application to the County for approval of the OPA #26 identifies 26 outstanding objectors. The Town Council considered the comments received and proceeded with the adoption of the Official Plan Amendment #26.

It should be noted that the proponent prepared a traffic impact study, a sun-shadow study and a Retail and Residential Market Study in support of the application. It is anticipated that a number of the concerns expressed will be addressed through by -la zoning processes local thesite plan control initiat th ed atw level. local e The amendment comments and reviewed do not appear to present issues or concerns that would preclude favourable consideration of the OPA.

10 Conclusions Amendment No. 26 to the Mississippi Mills COP has been reviewed in consideration of the County of Lanark’s authority to amend local Official Plans in accordance with the Planning Act. This review has concluded that adoption of Amendment No. 26 is consistent with Provincial, County, and Municipal policies and regulations respecting land use planning.

11 Recommendation The Municipal Plan Review Team recommends that Amendment No. 26 to the Mississippi Mills Communities Official Plan be adopted as proposed.

Trusting this information to be satisfactory, we remain.

Yours truly,

Forbes Symon, MCIP, RPP

Senior Planner Jp2g Consultants Inc.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE April 28, 2021

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MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 27

1. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS

"THAT, the Economic Development Committee recommend to County Council that Community Official Plan Amendment No. 27 for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, File No. 0931-OP-21001, being a site specific amendment to re-designate the lands from "Industrial" to "Residential - Community Facility", for lands described as East Part Lot 14, Concession 10, Ward of Almonte, Municipality of Mississippi Mills, as adopted by the Council for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills on February 16, 2021, by By-law No. 21-011, be approved."

2. PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to recommend approval of Community Official Plan Amendment No. 27 for the Municipality of Mississippi Mills, File No. 0931-OP-21001, for lands described as East Part Lot 14, Concession 10, Ward of Almonte, Municipality of Mississippi Mills.

The effect of Community Official Plan Amendment No. 27 is to re- designate the lands from "Industrial" to "Residential - Community Facility" to permit an aging-in-place complex consisting of a retirement home, freestanding adult bungalow townhouses, and semi-detached units on the 3.41 hectare site.

3. BACKGROUND

Municipal Plan Review Services for this application have been performed by the County Planner and Jp2g. A copy of the Technical Report is included as Attachment "A".

4. DISCUSSION

See the Technical Report attached as Attachment "A".

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5. ANALYSIS AND OPTIONS

See the Technical Report attached as Attachment "A".

6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Application fees are in accordance with the Tariff of Fees By-law (municipally initiated - no fee). Third Party Fees (Planning Consultant Fees) are to be reimbursed by the Municipality in accordance with the Tariff of Fees By-law.

7. LOCAL MUNICIPAL IMPACT

The Amendment has been supported by the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills.

8. CONCLUSIONS

Official Plan Amendment No. 27 to the Community Official Plan of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills is appropriate and should be approved.

9. ATTACHMENTS

Attachment "A" - Technical Report File No. 0931-OP-21001. Attachment "B" - By-law No. 21-011 Amendment No. 27

Recommended By: Approved for Manager Approval Submission By: By: Julie Stewart County Planner Leslie Drynan Kurt Greaves County Clerk / Deputy Chief Administrative CAO Officer

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AMENDMENT NO. 27 TO THE MISSISSIPPI MILLS COMMUNITY OFFICIAL PLAN

TECHNICAL REPORT

COUNTY FILE NO. 0931-OP-21001

Prepared for

County of Lanark Planning Department 99 Christie Lake Road Perth, Ontario K7H 3C6

Prepared by

Jp2g Consultants Inc. 12 International Drive, Pembroke, Ontario, K8A 6W5 T.613.735.3204 F.613.735.4513 Jp2g Project No. 20-7064E

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Jp2g Ref No. 20-7064E Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP COUNTY FILE NO. 0931-OP-21001 Table of Contents

1 Application File Number ...... 1

2 Municipality ...... 1

3 Type of Amendment ...... 1

4 Effect of the Amendment ...... 1

5 Concurrent Applications...... 1

6 Supporting Studies ...... 1

7 Provincial Policy ...... 2

8 Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan ...... 3

9 Local Municipal Official Plan ...... 4

10 Public Consultation ...... 4

11 Conclusions...... 5

12 Recommendation...... 5

APPENDICES APPENDIX No. 1: Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan

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1 Application File Number The County of Lanark File Number assigned to this application is 0931-OP-21001.

2 Municipality This site-specific amendment has been initiated by the owner of the property and applies to lands described as Part of the East Half Lot 14 on Concession 10, Almonte Ward, Municipality of Mississippi Mills.

3 Type of Amendment The Amendment #27 to the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan (COP) is site specific to the subject lands noted above. The subject lands are currently designated “Industrial”. The purpose of the amendment is to redesignate the lands to “Residential – Community Facility” to permit an aging-in-place complex consisting of a retirement home, freestanding adult bungalow townhouses, and semi-detached units on approximately 3.41 hectares (ha) of land.

This is a change to the “Schedule B – Almonte Land Use” only, redesignating the subject lands from “Industrial” to “Residential – Community Facility” and does not change any land use policies.

4 Effect of the Amendment Amendment No. 27 is a site-specific amendment to redesignate the lands from “Industrial” to “Residential – Community Facility” in order for an aging-in-place complex consisting of a retirement home, freestanding adult bungalow townhouses, and semi-detached units to be permitted on approximately 3.41 hectares (ha) of land.

5 Concurrent Applications Concurrent zoning by-law amendment and consent applications have been filed with the Municipality to change the zoning of the subject lands from “Development – (D)” to “Community Facility Special Exception X – (I -X)”. This is intended to implement the redesignation of the Official Plan Amendment and permit the aging-in- place complex consisting of a retirement home, freestanding adult bungalow townhouses, and semi-detached units.

It is understood that the consent application is to create the parcel and to establish easements for the purpose of drainage and traffic flow between Phase 1 (abutting property) and Phase 2 (subject lands) of the development.

It is also understood that the development of the subject lands will proceed by way of site plan control.

6 Supporting Studies

The applicant’s Planning Rational Report identified the following studies prepared in support of the Official Plan Amendment Application:

• Stormwater Management Report • Serviceability Report • Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment • Geotechnical Investigation • Traffic Impact Study • Market Demand Study

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7 Provincial Policy Matters of provincial interest are contained in Section 2 of the Planning Act and implemented through the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020 (PPS) issued under Section 3 of the Act. The 2020 PPS came into effect on May 1, 2020. According to the Planning Act, when reviewing Planning Act applications, planning authorities (i.e., County Council) must ensure that proposals are “consistent with” the policies contained within the following three main policy objectives of the PPS:

1. Building Strong Healthy Communities; 2. Wise Use and Management of Resources; and 3. Protecting Public Health and Safety

The following is an assessment of Amendment No. 27 in relation to the PPS (2020) policies. It was noted in the January 26, 2021 Planning Staff Report that “In reviewing the proposed development, Staff have considered PPS policies that relate to providing an affordable and market based range of housing, including types for older persons and long-term care homes (Policy 1.1.1b); providing an appropriate mix of employment uses that are compatible with each other and that integrate well with a mix of other uses in order to meet housing policies (Policy a1.3.1); preser nd empl oymeving compatibility, use land for considerations nt areas, including appropriate transitions between areas, and long-term employment objectives (Policy 1.3.2). Development of Phase 2 of the Orchard View by the Mississippi Complex in conjunction with the existing Phase 1 portion is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2020 (PPS) and can be considered an employment generator for the settlement area.”

Section 1.1.1 of the PPS requires that municipalities promote efficient development and land use patterns which sustain the financial well-being of the Province and municipalities over the long term; accommodate an appropriate affordable and market-based range and mix of residential types, employment, institutional, recreation, park and open space, and other uses to meet long-term needs; and, avoid development and land use patterns which may cause environmental or public health and safety concerns.

Section 1.1.3.1 provides that settlement areas shall be the focus of growth and development.

Section 1.1.3.6 stresses that new development taking place in designated growth areas should occur adjacent to the existing built-up area and should have a compact form, mix of uses, and densities that allow for the efficient use of land, infrastructure, and public service facilities.

Section 1.2.6.1 requires that sensitive land uses shall be planned and developed to avoid, or if avoidance is not possible, minimize and mitigate any potential adverse effects from odour, noise, and other contaminants, and minimize risk to public health and safety.

Section 1.3.1 suggests that local municipalities promote economic development and competitiveness by providing for an appropriate mix and range of employment, institutional, and broader mixed uses to meet long- term needs.

Section 1.3.2.2 goes further and indicates that at the time of the official plan review or update, planning authorities should assess employment areas identified in local official plans to ensure that this designation is appropriate to the planned function of the employment area. Employment areas planned for industrial and manufacturing uses shall provide for separation or mitigation from sensitive land uses to maintain the long-term operational and economic viability of the planned uses and function of these areas.

Section 1.6.5 promotes public service facilities to be co-located in community hubs, where appropriate, to promote cost-effectiveness and facilitate service integration, access to transit, and active transportation.

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Section 1.1.1, 1.1.3.1, and 1.6.5 of the PPS are advanced through this Official Plan Amendment. In support of the application a Phase 1 ESA has been prepared but has not been submitted with the application. It is recognized that the subject lands are currently designated “Industrial” as are the lands to the north and east. The lands to the north are part of the Municipalities Industrial Park. The Staff report stated that “Per the Ministry of -6 Environment Guidelines, (MOE) D distances appropriate nda buffers separation will be incorporated into the Site-Specific Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan Control Agreement to ensure the proposed uses would not adversely affect the overall viability of the adjacent employment area or be in conflict with these. The D-6 guidelines recommend minimum separation distances from Class I and Class II industrial uses. With the proposed development’s 10 metre side yard setbacks and a future setback on adjacent lands, the recommended minimum separation distance of 20 metres from Class I Industrial Uses in the area will be achieved. Mitigation measures will be required at time of Site Plan Control.”

With regards to the potential loss of employment lands, the Staff report noted that “a comprehensive review had been completed in 2017 as part of the Five-Year Review of the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan in support of OPA 21. The analysis concluded that there was approximately a 7 hectare over supply of employment lands. Although not considered employment lands, the conversion of this 3.41-hectare area for the proposed Orchard View complex will generate employment. A comprehensive review was recently completed as part of OPA 22 which reached the same conclusions.”

In summary, Amendment No. 27 has been reviewed with respect to matters of provincial interest and it is our opinion that the approval of Amendment No. 27 is consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement, 2020.

8 Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan Amendments to ans localustm demon officialstrat e pl conformityto t he Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan (SCOP). The following is a brief overview of Amendment No. 27 in consideration of the SCOP policies.

The Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan was adopted by Council on June 27, 2012. The subject lands are designated as Settlement Area on Schedule A of the County’s Official Plan. Section 2.3 of the Official Plan provides policy direction with regards to Settlement Areas. In general, efficient development patterns to maximize the use of land, resources, infrastructure, and public service facilities are promoted within Settlement Areas. Where services can support it, the policies promote intensification within Settlement Areas. There are also policies which promote mixed use development within Settlement Areas.

Section 7.6 sets out polices regarding potentially contaminated sites. The policies state that an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) may be required where there are concerns regarding potential contamination. The applicant’s report identifies a completed Phase 1 ESA.

Section 8.2.9 of the County’s Plan provides a policy with regards to affordable housing. It states that the County and local Councils will provide for affordable housing by enabling a full range of housing types and densities to meet projected demographic and market requirements. The Plan encourages infill and housing intensification, particularly within urban core areas.

The proposed amendment to the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan conforms to the policies of the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan. The development will support the development of the site at a mixed density and variety of housing options focused on the senior population.

In conclusion, Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP has been reviewed with respect to the policies of the Lanark County Sustainable Communities Official Plan (SCOP) and it is our opinion that the approval of Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP will conform to the SCOP.

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9 Local Municipal Official Plan The Town Planner’s Planning Report of January 26, 2021 provides an accurate and complete overview of the project in relation to the policies of the Mississippi Mills COP. The local Planner’s opinion is sound and defendable and is summarized as follows.

The lands are currently designated “Industrial”. Although Policy 3.7.5 of the COP identifies industrial development as an important component of the Municipality’s economic base, Staff find that the proposal to change the designation to “Residential – Community Facility” would still meet the Municipality’s long-term economic and employment goals and objectives (Policy 4.4.1.2). The adjacent lands (Phase 1) are currently designated “Residential – Community Facility” which we also find to be appropriate for the Phase 2 lands.

The proposed long-term care facility would meet the objectives to generate employment (Policy 4.4.1.2) in the area at the same time as promoting better housing options for seniors. In other words, the proposed development would result in minimal loss of employment opportunities.

A comprehensive review had been completed in 2017 as part of the Five-Year Review of the Mississippi Mills Community Official Plan in support of OPA 21. The analysis concluded that there was approximately a 7 hectare over supply of employment lands. Although not considered employment lands, the conversion of this 3.41-hectare area for the proposed Orchard View complex will generate employment.

The proposed development is a logical extension to the “Orchard View by the Mississippi Seniors Complex - Phase 1” and will provide a much-needed aging-in-place complex. Matters of compatibility can be addressed through the site-specific zoning exception and site plan control. Furthermore, existing or planned infrastructure and public service facilities are available to accommodate the proposed use. The proposed development appears to conform to the general intent of the COP, including the policies specific to the “Residential – Community Facility”.

In conclusion, Amendment No 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP has been reviewed with respect to the policies of the Mississippi Mills COP and it is our opinion that the approval of Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP would conform to the Mississippi Mills COP.

10 Public Consultation The Town of Mississippi Mills provided Notice of a Virtual Public Meeting on November 16, 2020. The statutory virtual public meeting was held on December 15, 2020 at 6:00 pm. There were seven (7) submissions received by the Town. Comments ranged from the need to ensure sufficient on-site parking and the need to require additional affordable housing units. Correspondence indicates that Town staff reached out to those who provided comments in an effort to provide them with additional information that addresses their concerns. The application to the County for approval of the OPA #27 identifies four (4) outstanding objectors. The Town Council considered the comments received and proceeded with the adoption of the Official Plan Amendment #27.

It should be noted that a number of the concerns expressed related to on-site parking which will be addressed through the local zoning by-law amendment and site plan control processes initiated at the local level. The comments reviewed do not appear to present issues or concerns that would preclude favourable consideration of the OPA.

Jp2g Ref No. 20-7064E Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP Page 4 of 5 COUNTY FILE NO. 0931-OP-21001. April 14, 2021

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11 Conclusions Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP has been reviewed in consideration of the County of Lanark’s authority to amend local Official Plans in accordance with the Planning Act. This review has concluded that adoption of Amendment No. 27 is consistent with Provincial, County, and Municipal policies and regulations respecting land use planning.

12 Recommendation The Municipal Plan Review Team recommends that Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills Communities Official Plan be adopted as proposed.

Trusting this information to be satisfactory, we remain.

Yours truly,

Forbes Symon, MCIP, RPP

Senior Planner Jp2g Consultants Inc.

Jp2g Ref No. 20-7064E Amendment No. 27 to the Mississippi Mills COP Page 5 of 5 COUNTY FILE NO. 0931-OP-21001. April 14, 2021

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APPENDIX No. 1 AMENDMENT NO. 27 TO THE MISSISSIPPI MILLS COMMUNITY OFFICIAL PLAN

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE April 28, 2021

Report # PD-11-2021 of the County Planner

UPDATE OF THE LPAT APPEAL TO THE MUNICIPALITY OF MISSISSIPPI MILLS COMMUNITY OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 21

1. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS

"THAT, Report # PD-11-2021 of the County Planner, Update of the LPAT Appeal, Case Number: PL200045, being an appeal to the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 21, be received as information".

2. PURPOSE

The purpose of this report is to update Members of the Economic Development Committee and County Council as the approval authority, on the status of the LPAT appeal and the effect of such on the status of the Municipality of Mississippi Official Plan Amendment No. 21.

3. BACKGROUND

The County of Lanark approved the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 21 on December 12, 2019. An appeal of a private citizen was received on January 2, 2020. LPAT assigned a file number on February 4, 2020. A Case Management Conference (video hearing) was held on December 15, 2020.

A one-day hearing was scheduled to proceed by video on Tuesday March 30, 2021. On March 22, 2021, the appellant withdrew her appeal by letter to LPAT. On March 26, 2021, LPAT issued a formal letter advising that there are no outstanding appeals in this matter, and their file is closed.

4. DISCUSSION

Subsection 17(39) of the Planning Act, provides; (39) If all appeals made under subsection (36) in respect of all or part of the decision of the approval authority are withdrawn and if

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(a) the decision or that part of the decision that was subject of the appeal is final; and

(b) the plan or part of the plan that was approved and in respect of which all the appeals have been withdrawn comes into effect as an official plan or part of an official plan on the day the last outstanding appeal has been withdrawn. 1996, c.4, s.9.

5. ANALYSIS AND OPTIONS

None.

6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

None.

7. LOCAL MUNICIPAL IMPACT

None.

8. CONCLUSIONS

The entirety of the Municipality of Mississippi Mills Official Plan Amendment No. 21 is now in full force and effect.

9. ATTACHMENTS

None.

Recommended By: Approved for Manager Approval Submission By: By: Julie Stewart County Planner Leslie Drynan Kurt Greaves County Clerk / Deputy Chief Administrative CAO Officer

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SCOP 5‐Year Review

Economic Development Committee April 28, 2021

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What is the SCOP

• “plan regionally, act locally” approach to land use decisions to recognize and support local municipal land use planning

• Intended to provide a land use frameworks for the next 20 years

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Our Vision

“Lanark County is proud of its heritage and cherishes its small‐town character, rural way of life, sense of community and distinctive natural features. We want to strengthen and diversify the economy effectively manage growth, protect the environment, preserve our heritage and maintain our unique character for future generations. “

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Planning Hierarchy

• Planning Act • Provincial Policy Statement • Provincial Policies and Plans • County Official Plans • Local Official Plans • Zoning By‐laws • Land Division • Site Plan Control • Minor Variances

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Provincial Policy

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Update – Planning Act s. 26

• Section 26 (1) If an official plan is in effect in a municipality, the council of the municipality that adopted the official plan, shall revise the official plan as required to ensure that it, (a) conforms with provincial plans or does not conflict with them, as the case may be; (b) has regard to the matters of provincial interest listed in section 2; and (c) is consistent with policy statements issued under subsection 3 (1). 2015, c. 26, s. 24 (1).

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5‐Year Review Status

2018 • a One-Window meeting was held with all provincial ministries and agencies.

2019 • the Economic Development Committee recommended to Lanark County Council that the Review / Update of the SCOP be deferred pending the new PPS.

2020 • The Provincial Policy Statement is issued under the authority of section 3 of the Planning Act and came into effect on May 1, 2020.

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SCOP Table of Contents

• Settlement Policies • Rural Area Policies • Infrastructure Policies • Natural Heritage Policies • Resources • Public Health and Safety

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Recommendation

• That the Economic Development Committee recommend to the Council of the County of Lanark that the County Planner prepare a report identifying the key policy areas to be updated in accordance with the Planning Act requirements and provide options and recommendations to proceed with the Official Plan review.

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Bill 276, Supporting Recovery and Competitiveness Act, 2021

Economic Development Committee Julie Stewart, County Planner April 28, 2021

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Summary

• Bill 276, Supporting Recovery and Competitiveness Act, 2021 • Led by the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade (MEDJCT) • Individual ministries responsible for undertaking public consultation as per EBR • Includes Amendments to 29 Acts • Schedule 24 ‐ Changes to Consents and Subdivisions – MMAH

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Background

• April 15, 2021 Ontario Government introduced its new Red Tape Bill • Posted on the Environmental Registry of Ontario • Commenting period – April 15, 2021 to May 25, 2021 • Proposed changes to certain land division provisions in the Planning Act

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Subdivision Control & Part Lot Control

Amendments would be made to subdivision control and part lot control to: • Prevent lots from merging where lands were previously owned by, or abutted land previously owned by, joint tenants and where the ownership would have otherwise merged as a result of the death of one of the joint tenants; • Permit additional types of abutting land to be retained without violating subdivision control; • Allow interests in land acquired for the purpose of an energy line to be disposed of to owners of abutting land;

• remove unique rules under the Act for foreclosures or exercises of powers of sale. To follow the same process as conveyances and would need to obtain a regular consent.

• provide that any lawyer, for any purpose related to confirming compliance with section 50 of the Planning Act, only needs to investigate title since the time of the last deed or transfer if at that time a lawyer had provided a statement confirming that there had been no contravention of subdivision control.

• Various amendments would be made to align the requirements for public notice, information and public meetings for plans of subdivision with other instruments under the Act and for the approval authority to forward to the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal (Tribunal) information as required

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Consents

• Currently, an owner, chargee or their agent is permitted to apply for a consent. The amendments would permit a purchaser of land or the purchaser’s agent to apply for a consent.

• Amendments would be made to: – permit an application for a consent to be amended by an applicant prior to a decision about the consent being made by the consent‐granting authority. If an application is amended, the consent‐granting authority can impose terms related to the amended application as it considers appropriate. – provide that a regulation requiring a public meeting for a consent application could specify other requirements related to the public meeting. – provide a municipality or the Minister (at their sole discretion) with the authority to extend, by up to one additional year, the one‐year period during which the conditions of a consent must be satisfied.

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Consents Cont’d

– require a municipality or the Minister, to issue a certificate to a consent applicant for the retained land in addition to the requirement to provide a certificate for the lands that are subject to the consent application. This requirement would be subject to the applicant, as part of the application for a consent, providing a legal description for the retained land which can be registered. – require a municipality or the Minister, to issue a certificate to a consent applicant for the retained land in addition to the requirement to provide a certificate for the lands that are subject to the consent application. This requirement would be subject to the applicant, as part of the application for a consent, providing a legal description for the retained land which can be registered. – allow owners, chargees (e.g., mortgage holders), purchasers or their agents to apply to the municipality or the Minister for a certificate of cancellation in respect of land previously conveyed with a consent that, if approved and registered, would remove the application of specified exceptions form subdivision control in relation to the land (thereby potentially merging the lots involved). Validations • An amendment would be made to require that a decision regarding a validation must conform with the same criteria which are applicable to consents. 6

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Consultation

[email protected]

April 15, 2021 to May 25, 2021

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