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District of Maple Ridge
COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
October 9, 2012
7:00 p.m.
Council Chamber
Note: This Agenda is also posted on the Municipal Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca
The purpose of a Council meeting is to enact powers given to Council by using bylaws
or resolutions. This is the final venue for debate of issues before voting on a bylaw or
resolution.
100 CALL TO ORDER
200 MOMENT OF REFLECTION
300 INTRODUCTION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
400 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
500 ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF MINUTES
501 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of September 11, 2012
502 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meetings of
September 11, 20(2), 25 and 27, 2012
MEETING DECORUM
Council would like to remind all people present tonight that serious issues are
decided at Council meetings which affect many people’s lives. Therefore, we ask that
you act with the appropriate decorum that a Council Meeting deserves. Commentary
and conversations by the public are distracting. Should anyone disrupt the Council
Meeting in any way, the meeting will be stopped and that person’s behavior will be
reprimanded.
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600 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL
700 DELEGATIONS
701 Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Arts Council Presentation on their 10th Season
- Lindy Sisson, Executive Director
702 Yennadon Neighbourhood Group – Gravel Pit Issue
– Craig Speirs
800 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Note: Items 801 to 803 were forwarded from the October 1, 2012 Council
Workshop Meeting
801 Bill C38 and Recommendations for the District of Maple Ridge
Report from the Ad Hoc Task Force dated October 1, 2012 recommending
that the comments and feedback within the report be endorsed and that
the Federal Government be advised of the concerns outlined.
802 Council Matrix Update
Staff report dated October 9, 2012 recommending that the Council Matrix
be adopted.
803 Federation of Canadian Municipalities (“FCM”) Target 2014 Campaign
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the FCM’s Target
2014 campaign in support of the Government of Canada long term
infrastructure strategy be endorsed and that the new plan is fully in place
before existing programs expire in 2014.
900 CORRESPONDENCE
Council Meeting Agenda
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Council Chamber
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1000 BYLAWS
Bylaws for Final Reading
1001 2012-005-RZ, 20528 Lougheed Highway, CS-1 to C-2
Staff report dated October 9, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone
Amending Bylaw No. 6926-2012 to permit an existing commercial building
to be expanded and allow a broader range of commercial uses be given
final reading.
Final reading
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1100 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
1100 Minutes – October 1, 2012
Public Works and Development Services
1101 2012-031-RZ, 11055 Hazelwood Street, RS-3 to M-3 (Addendum to report
dated August 27, 2012)
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 providing additional information to a
staff report dated August 27, 2012 and recommending that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6914-2012 to permit future construction of
potential industrial or big box retail styled buildings be given first reading
and that the applicant provide further information as described on
Schedules B, D, E and F of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-
1999.
The following issues were presented at an earlier Committee of the Whole meeting with
the recommendations being brought to this meeting for Municipal Council consideration
and final approval. The Committee of the Whole meeting is open to the public and is held
in the Council Chamber at 1:00 p.m. on the Monday the week prior to this meeting.
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1102 2012-079-RZ, 21722 and 21734 Dewdney Trunk Road, RS-1 to RT-1
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone
Amending Bylaw No. 6944-2012 to allow each lot to have the existing
dwelling replaced by a duplex be given first reading and that the applicant
provide further information as described on Schedule B of the Development
Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999.
1103 2011-084-RZ, 11185 and 11133 240 Street, RS-3 to RST, R-2, R-1
and C-1
Revised staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Maple
Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6875-2011 to adjust
conservation area and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6947-2012
text amendment for the C-1 Zone to allow for 4 proposed rental apartment
units be given first and second readings and be forwarded to Public
Hearing and that Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6853-2011 to
allow for 24 RST lots, 39 R-2 single family lots, one remnant R-1 lot for
future subdivision and a mixed used building be given second reading and
be forwarded to Public Hearing.
1104 2011-089-RZ, 22309, 22319 and 22331 St. Anne Avenue,
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge
Heritage Designation and Revitalization and Tax Exemption Agreement
Bylaw No. 6913-2012 to permit relocation, restoration and adaptive use of
an existing heritage house be given second reading and be forwarded to
Public Hearing.
1105 DVP/040/09, 10125 248 Street
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign and seal DVP/040/09 to vary the height of the
proposed single family homes, to vary the road right-of-way on 100A and
101B Avenues and 247B Street and to vary the carriage way on 247B
Street.
1106 2012-005-DP, 20528 Lougheed Highway
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign 2012-005-DP to permit an extension and
exterior renovation.
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1107 SD/040/09, 10125 248 Street, Local Area Service
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Local Area Service
Bylaw No. 6948-2012 for Upper Jackson Enhanced Landscape
Maintenance be given first, second and third readings.
1108 2012-074-AL, 23613 124 Avenue and 12349 237 Street
Non-Farm Use within the Agricultural Land Reserve
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that application
2012-074-AL for non-farm use on land within the Agricultural Land Reserve
to permit a gravel removal proposal not be authorized to proceed to the
Agricultural Land Commission.
Financial and Corporate Services (including Fire and Police)
1131 Disbursements for the month ended August 31, 2012
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the disbursements
for the month ended August 31, 2012 be approved.
Community Development and Recreation Service
1151 Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship Centre – Phase 1 – Hatchery
Component
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that funding for Pacific
Parklands Foundation towards the Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship
Centre – Phase 1, Hatchery Component be approved.
Correspondence
1171
Other Committee Issues
1181
1200 STAFF REPORTS
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1300 RELEASE OF ITEMS FROM CLOSED COUNCIL
1400 MAYOR’S REPORT
1500 COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
1600 OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT
1700 NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETING
1800 QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
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1900 ADJOURNMENT
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QUESTION PERIOD
The purpose of the Question Period is to provide the public with an opportunity to
ask questions of Council on items that are of concern to them, with the exception of
Public Hearing by-laws which have not yet reached conclusion.
Council will not tolerate any derogatory remarks directed at Council or staff
members.
Each person will be permitted 2 minutes to ask their question (a second
opportunity is permitted if no one else is sitting in the chairs in front of the podium).
Questions must be directed to the Chair of the meeting and not to individual
members of Council. The total Question Period is limited to 15 minutes.
Council reserves the right to defer responding to a question in order to obtain the
information required to provide a complete and accurate response.
Other opportunities are available to address Council including public hearings,
delegations and community forum. The public may also make their views known to
Council by writing or via email and by attending open houses, workshops and
information meetings. Serving on an Advisory Committee is an excellent way to
have a voice in the future of this community.
For more information on these opportunities contact:
Clerk’s Department at 604-463-5221 or clerks@mapleridge.ca.
Mayor and Council at mayorandcouncil@mapleridge.ca.
District of Maple Ridge
COUNCIL MEETING
September 11, 2012
The Minutes of the Municipal Council Meeting held on September 11, 2012 at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge,
British Columbia for the purpose of transacting regular Municipal business.
PRESENT
Elected Officials Appointed Staff
Mayor E. Daykin J. Rule, Chief Administrative Officer
Councillor C. Ashlie K. Swift, General Manager of Community Development,
Councillor C. Bell Parks and Recreation Services
Councillor J. Dueck F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development
Councillor A. Hogarth Services
Councillor B. Masse C. Carter, Director of Planning
Councillor M. Morden C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services
A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary
Note: These Minutes are also posted on the Municipal Web Site at www.mapleridge.ca
The meeting was filmed by Shaw Communications Inc.
100 CALL TO ORDER
200 MOMENT OF REFLECTION
300 INTRODUCTION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS
Additional items from the September 10, 2012 Council Workshop Meeting
801 Report on Ban of Shark Fin Products
802 Provincial Funding for Cycling Infrastructure – UBCM Resolution
803 Financial Support for Agriculture – Follow Up Report
Withdrawn from the agenda
1102 2012-079-RZ, 21722 and 21734 Dewdney Trunk Road
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400 APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
The agenda was approved as amended
500 ADOPTION AND RECEIPT OF MINUTES
501 Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 28, 2012
R/2012-413 501
Minutes
Regular Council It was moved and seconded
August 28, 2012
That the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 28,
2012 be adopted as circulated
CARRIED
502 Minutes of the Public Hearing of August 28, 2012
R/2012-414 502
Minutes
Public Hearing It was moved and seconded
August 28, 2012
That the minutes of the Public Hearing of August 28, 2012 be
adopted as circulated.
CARRIED
503 Minutes of the Development Agreements Committee Meetings of August
22(2), 24, 29 and 31, 2012
R/2012-415 503
Minutes
Development Agmt It was moved and seconded
Committee
That the minutes of the Development Agreements Committee
Meetings of August 22(2), 24, 29 and 31, 2012 be received.
CARRIED
600 PRESENTATIONS AT THE REQUEST OF COUNCIL – Nil
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700 DELEGATIONS - Nil
800 UNFINISHED BUSINESS
801 Report on Ban of Shark Fin Products
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that the Business
Licence and Regulation Bylaw be amended for the purpose of banning the
trade, sale or distribution of shark fins or their derivatives in the District of
Maple Ridge.
R/2012-416
Ban on Shark Fin
Products It was moved and seconded
Amend Bylaw
That staff be directed to amend the Business Licence and
Regulation Bylaw for the purpose of banning the trade, sale or
distribution of shark fins or their derivatives in the District of
Maple Ridge.
CARRIED
802 Provincial Funding for Cycling Infrastructure – UBCM Resolution
Report dated September 10, 2012 from the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows
Bicycle Advisory Committee recommending that a resolution from Velo
Village regarding cycling infrastructure be supported at the UBCM
Conference.
R/2012-417
Support for Cycling
Infrastructure It was moved and seconded
Funding
AMENDED
That the resolution from Velo Village regarding cycling
infrastructure in all communities be supported at the UBCM
Conference.
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R/2012-418
Support for Cycling
Infrastructure It was moved and seconded
Funding
AMENDMENT
That the motion be amended to replace the text “be supported
at the UBCM Conference” with the text “be considered for
support at the UBCM conference by attending Councillors.”
CARRIED
MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED
803 Financial Support for Agriculture – Follow Up Report
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending the establishment
of an Agricultural Endowment Reserve Account.
R/2012-419
Financial Support
For Agriculture It was moved and seconded
1. That an Agricultural Endowment Reserve Account be
established for the purpose of providing funding to
support the research, promotional and infrastructure
needs of the Maple Ridge Agricultural Plan;
2. That the previously supported 10% of the Municipal
portion of land taxes from the conversion of rural property
be set aside into that reserve account as the source of
contributions;
3. That available funding from the noted Reserve Account
be allocated generally to the following categories of
action, which will be reviewed periodically over time:
a. Studies required to support agriculture – 25%
b. Marketing for agriculture – 25%
c. Infrastructure upgrades – 50%
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R/2012-420
Financial Support
For Agriculture It was moved and seconded
That the motion be amended by removing the percentages
from Sections 3 a, b, and c
CARRIED
MOTION AS AMENDED CARRIED
900 CORRESPONDENCE – Nil
1000 BYLAWS
Bylaws for Final Reading
1001 RZ/072/09, 10121, 10141 and 10175 240 Street
1001.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6731-2010
To designate from Agricultural to Urban Residential and Conservation, to
amend the Urban Area Boundary and to remove the “Starred Property”
Designation and to add conservation
Final reading
R/2012-421
RZ/072/09
BL No. 6731-2010 It was moved and seconded
Final reading
That Bylaw No. 6731-2010 be adopted.
CARRIED
Councillor Bell, Councillor Masse - OPPOSED
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1001.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6732-2010
To rezone from RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential) and RS-3 (One
Family Rural Residential) to RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) to permit the
construction of 159 townhouses
Final reading
R/2012-422
RZ/072/09
BL NO. 6732-2010 It was moved and seconded
Final reading
That Bylaw No. 6732-2010 be adopted.
CARRIED
Councillor Ashlie, Councillor Bell, Councillor Masse - OPPOSED
1002 RZ/079/10, 26610 124 Avenue
1002.1 Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6763-2010
To adjust the conservation boundary
Final reading
R/2012-423
RZ/079/10
BL No. 6763-2010 It was moved and seconded
Final reading
That Bylaw No. 6763-2010 be adopted.
CARRIED
1002.2 Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6764-2010
To rezone from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RS-2 (One Family
Suburban Residential) to permit the future subdivision of 13 single family
parcels not less than 0.40 hectares each
Final reading
R/2012-424
RZ/079/10
BL No. 6764-2010 It was moved and seconded
Final reading
That Bylaw No. 6764-2010 be adopted.
CARRIED
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Note: Mayor Daykin excused himself from discussion of Item 1003 at 7:17 p.m. as
he is a Director on the Board of one of the organizations named in the bylaw.
Councillor Bell chaired the meeting.
1003 Maple Ridge Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 6942-2012
To exempt certain types of properties from municipal property taxation in
2013
Final reading
R/2012-425
Tax Exemption
BL No. 6942-2012 It was moved and seconded
Final reading
That Bylaw No. 6942-2012 be adopted.
CARRIED
Note: Mayor Daykin returned to the meeting at 7:18 p.m. and resumed as Chair
COMMITTEE REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1100 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Minutes – August 27, 2012
R/2012-426
Minutes
COW It was moved and seconded
August 27, 2012
That the minutes of the Committee of the Whole Meeting of
August 27, 2012 be received.
CARRIED
Public Works and Development Services
1101 2012-068-RZ, 20370 Lougheed Highway, CS-1 to C-2
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6946-2012 to permit subdivision into two lots
and construction of a financial services use be given first reading and that
the applicant provide further information as described on Schedules C and
D of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999.
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R/2012-427
2012-068-RZ
BL No. 6946-2012 It was moved and seconded
First reading
That Bylaw No. 6946-2012 be given first reading, and;
That the applicant provide further information as described on
Schedules C and D of the Development Procedures Bylaw No.
5879 – 1999, along with the information required for a
Subdivision application.
CARRIED
Note: Item 1102 was withdrawn
1102 2012-079-RZ, 21722 and 21734 Dewdney Trunk Road, RS-1 to RT-1
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6944-2012 to allow each lot to have the existing
dwelling replaced by a duplex be given first reading and that the applicant
provide further information as described on Schedule B of the Development
Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999.
1103 2011-136-RZ, 20724 River Road, RS-1 to R-1
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6896-2012 to allow subdivision into two single
family lots be given second reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing.
R/2012-428
2011-136-RZ
BL No. 6896-2012 It was moved and seconded
Second reading
Forward to PH
1. That Bylaw No. 6896-2012 be given second reading and
be forwarded to Public Hearing; and
2. That the following terms and conditions be met prior to
Final Reading.
i. Approval from the Ministry of Transportation and
Infrastructure;
ii. Road dedication as required;
iii. Removal of the existing building; and
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iv. A disclosure statement must be submitted by a
Professional Engineer advising whether there is any
evidence of underground fuel storage tanks. If there
is evidence, a site profile pursuant to the Waste
Management Act must be provided in accordance
with the regulations.
CARRIED
1104 DVP/072/09, 10121, 10141 and 10175 240 Street
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign and seal DVP/072/09 to vary setback
requirements in the RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) zone.
R/2012-429
DVP/072/09
Sign and seal It was moved and seconded
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal
DVP/072/09 respecting properties located at 10121, 10141
and 10175 240 Street.
CARRIED
Councillor Ashlie, Councillor Bell, Councillor Masse - OPPOSED
1105 DP/072/09, 10121, 10141 and 10175 240 Street
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign and seal DP/072/09 to permit construction of
159 townhouse dwellings in 25 buildings under the RM-1 (Townhouse
Residential) zone.
R/2012-430
DP/072/09
Sign and seal It was moved and seconded
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal
DP/072/09 respecting property located at 10121, 10141 and
10175 240 Street.
CARRIED
Councillor Ashlie, Councillor Bell, Councillor Masse - OPPOSED
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1106 2012-044-DP/DVP, 11850 224 Street
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign and seal 2012-044-DVP to vary minimum
building height and that the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and
seal 2012-044-DP to permit construction of an addition to the Haney Place
Mall as well as exterior renovations to allow for Target as a new tenant.
R/2012-431
2012-044-DP/DVP
Sign and seal It was moved and seconded
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal
2012-044-DVP respecting property located at 11850 224
Street, and:
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal
2012-044-DP respecting property located at 11850 224
Street.
CARRIED
1107 DVP/079/10, 26610 124 Avenue
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that the Corporate
Officer be authorized to sign and seal DVP/079/10 to vary the width of 124
Avenue and the minimum widths of proposed lots 7 and 8.
R/2012-432
DVP/079/10
Sign and seal It was moved and seconded
That the Corporate Officer be authorized to sign and seal
DVP/079/10 respecting property located at 26610 124
Avenue.
CARRIED
1108 Development Sign Policy 6.21
Staff report dated September 10, 2012 recommending that Development
Sign policy 6.21 be adopted.
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The Director of Planning reviewed the policy. She advised that the policy
has been revised to include Council comments made at the September 10,
2012 Committee of the Whole Meeting.
R/2012-433 1108.1
Development Sign
Policy 6.21 It was moved and seconded
Adopt
That the Development Sign Policy 6.21 attached to the staff
report dated September 10, 2012 be adopted.
CARRIED
R/2012-434 1108.2
Development Sign
Policy Addition It was moved and seconded
Defeated
That staff, on a trial basis for one year, request developers
place notification of the date, time and location of Committee
of the Whole Meetings on the development signs pertaining to
their application.
DEFEATED
Mayor Daykin, Councillor Ashlie, Councillor Dueck, Councillor
Morden - OPPOSED
Financial and Corporate Services (including Fire and Police) – Nil
Community Development and Recreation Service – Nil
Correspondence – Nil
Other Committee Issues – Nil
1200 STAFF REPORTS – Nil
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1300 RELEASE OF ITEMS FROM CLOSED COUNCIL – Nil
1400 MAYOR’S REPORT
Mayor Daykin reminded residents of the Terry Fox Run held on September
16 and encouraged all to participate. He also encouraged residents to
contribute to a Thanksgiving Food Drive for the Friends in Need Food Bank.
Mayor Daykin attended Port Haney Days and the TD Bank and its Friends
of the Environment Foundation Annual Tree Day event.
1500 COUNCILLORS’ REPORTS
Councillor Bell
Councillor attended Port Haney Days, the Meadowridge School Fair and a
meeting of the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society.
Councillor Ashlie
Councillor Ashlie attended meetings for the Maple Ridge Social Planning
Advisory Committee and the Alouette River Management Society. She
encouraged residents to attend a Youth Diversion Fundraiser Pub Night on
September 29, the Alouette River Management Society’s River’s Day Event
on September 30 and the Terry Fox Run on September 16.
Councillor Dueck
Councillor Dueck advised that September 29 is Canada Culture Day and
that the Arts Council will be hosting a number of events. She also advised
that on October 1, the Arts Council will be holding their 10th Annual General
Meeting and that the Rotary Club will be hosting their sports banquet.
Councillor Masse
Councillor Masse participated in a cycling tour and attended a Maple Ridge
Community Heritage Commission Meeting, the PNE’s agriculture exhibits
and Port Haney Days.
Councillor Morden
Councillor Morden attended his regular meetings. He requested a moment
of silence to honour all those who perished in the 911 attack on the United
States.
1600 OTHER MATTERS DEEMED EXPEDIENT – Nil
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1700 NOTICES OF MOTION AND MATTERS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS – Nil
1800 QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC – Nil
1900 ADJOURNMENT – 8:42 p.m.
_______________________________
E. Daykin, Mayor
Certified Correct
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C. Marlo, Corporate Officer
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District of Maple Ridge
TO: His Worship Mayor Ernie Daykin MEETING DATE: October 1, 2012
and Members of Council FILE NO:
FROM: Ad Hoc Task Force – Federal Fisheries Act MEETING: Workshop
SUBJECT: Bill C 38 and Recommendations for the District of Maple Ridge
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
In July 2012, Maple Ridge Council directed through resolution “That an Ad Hoc Task Force be
established to review the proposed changes to the Federal Fisheries Act and provide a report back to
Council in October 2012 on recommended comments and feedback to be provided to the federal
government on changes to the Federal Fisheries Act.”
The Ad Hoc Task Force concluded that there are going to be some significant changes to Canada’s
Fisheries Act being proposed under Bill C 38 which will likely have economic, social, and
environmental implications for the District and its citizens. The group concluded that the 2012
budget bill (Bill C 38) will change the Federal Fisheries Act to focus on protection of specific fisheries
rather than the historical mandate of protection and management of fish habitat. The amendments
will likely shift many responsibilities for environmental protection, management, and enforcement
associated with aquatic ecosystems down to the province and municipalities where there is currently
a lack of resources for dealing with many of these issues . There were also serious concerns with
respect to the lack of information pertaining to the rationale for the proposed Bill; and lack of
engagement and public involvement in this federal process.
The key concerns raised by the Task Force are reflected in this report. The Task Force recommends
the following for Council’s consideration:
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Whereas the District of Maple Ridge has made significant investments in the protection of fish
habitat and watercourses that exist in the community;
And Whereas the protection and management of natural habitat is an important value for the
citizens in our community as reflected in the Official Community Plan;
And Whereas Council has grave concerns around the proposed departure from the historical
protection of fish habitat and the loss of ecological linkages that all species have to our fisheries;
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That the District of Maple Ridge call upon the federal government to
ensure
1. THAT the federal government provide information behind the rationale for the Policy Direction
change to the Fisheries Act and that it disclose whatever pertinent scientific information that
has been used to support the proposed changes to the Fisheries Act legislation and
regulations;
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2. THAT there is meaningful public involvement and dialogue as part of this process with local
stewardship groups, municipalities, scientific organizations, First Nations, non government
environmental organizations, and the public at large both before and after the
implementation of the second phase of amendments to the Fisheries Act;
3. THAT the federal government retain the existing protection language for fish habitat and
fisheries rather than changing the Fisheries Act to limit protection to only certain fisheries;
4. THAT there is clarification on whether the current definitions as per section two of the
Federal Fisheries Act still apply and that there are meaningful definitions provided with
respect to “temporary” and “permanent” alteration, disruption, or destruction of fish habitat;
the ‘death or killing’ of fish; the lack of definition around what a fishery consists of.
Definitions should continue to promote an ecosystem based approach to fish conservation.
5. THAT appropriate levels of staffing support and resources are provided by the Federal
Government to the Department of Fisheries and Oceans for community enhancement and
restoration initiatives, habitat management and protection programs, monitoring and
compliance efforts, in addition to education and outreach programs assuring maximum
benefit and effective management of the fisheries to support the economic, social, and
ecological needs fundamental to the values of the Canadian people; and
6. THAT this resolution and the attached report be forwarded to the Federal and Provincial
Ministers of Fisheries, to local MPs and MLAs, to all federal parties, to local First Nations, to
Metro Vancouver Regional Board, to the Lower Mainland Local Government Association
(LMLGA), to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) and to all Union of B.C.
Municipalities (UBCM) member municipalities.
BACKGROUND:
On July 9, 2012 Council passed the following resolution, “That an ad hoc task force be established to
review the proposed changes to the Federal Fisheries Act and provide a report back to Council in
October 2012 on recommended comments and feedback to be provided to the Federal Government
on changes to the Federal Fisheries Act.” The Ad Hoc Task Force was formed September 2012 and
included representatives from municipal stewardship groups, Alouette River Management Society
(ARMS) and the Kanaka Environmental Education Partnership Society (KEEPS), municipal staff, and
two members of Council. The group met several times to discuss potential implications, questions
and concerns, and to provide a number of recommendations for Council’s consideration.
The Ad Hoc Task Force initially met on September 5, 2012 to review the Bill C 38 background
information and to formulate a series of questions for MP and Parliamentary Secretary to the
Minister of Fisheries, Randy Kamp. A meeting took place with Mr. Kamp on September 11, 2012 to
address the questions and concerns of the Task Force group. A follo w up meeting was held on
September 18, 2012 to formulate a report for Council with a summary of the major impacts and a
set of final recommendations for Council’s consideration.
IMPACT OF CHANGES
One of the key issues facing the Task Force is the lack of information available regarding changes to
the Fisheries Act. It is important to emphasize that without the details around the proposed
legislative and regulatory amendments being put forward under the second phase of Bill C 38, it is
difficult to know for certain what the full implications of the changes will be for municipalities like the
District of Maple Ridge. More information is required from the federal government. Based on the
limited information available to date however, there are some important implications for the District
that it may need to take into consideration:
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1. New emphasis on ‘fisheries’ protection rather than fish habitat protection
This new proposed management approach diminishes the importance of ecological linkages
between features of watersheds that support fish and associated fisheries. Prospectively, many
features important to the ecology of fish populations that support fisheries will be lost. These
fisheries will also be negatively affected.
The Fisheries Act prior to Bill C 38 pursued the management of fish habitat in its attempt to
sustain fish populations that, in turn, sustain fisheries. Harm to fish habitat was only
permitted through direct authorization by the Minister or through regulations made by the
Governor in Council. This approach recognized the ecological linkages between features of
watersheds that support fish. It acknowledged that habitat is a precursor to fish, and that a
feature, such as a headwater stream or wetland, does not require fish to directly reside
within it for it to be fish habitat. These features support ecological functions for fish.
Functions, such as the production and transport of nutrients and food organisms, are
fundamental to the ecology of a watershed that supports fish, fish hatcheries, and
associated fisheries.
Changes to the Fisheries Act associated with Bill C 38 pursue the management of fish that
sustain fisheries. The management of fish is primary; the management of habitat is
secondary. From a management perspective, only serious harm to fish that would otherwise
be harvested as part of a fishery is absolutely prohibited. Temporary harm to fish habitat is
not prohibited. Permanent harm to fish habitat is permitted in accordance with prescribed
conditions; such conditions are currently unknown. Rigorous reviews conducted as part of
an authorization by the Minister or through regulation made by the Governor in Council will
not likely be applied to the development of conditions under which harm may occur; such
conditions are typically a composition of generic terms of reference for a myriad of works that
range dramatically in terms of prospective impacts to fish habitat. This deferral to standard
conditions of practice is not a substitute for adaptive and integrated management of an
economic, environmental, and cultural resources.
The importance of fish habitat in supporting fisheries is devalued by changes to the Act. As
the Act is disproportionately focused upon fish, it is highly likely that the management of fish
habitat will eventually focus upon those features that are directly inhabited by fish. This
management approach diminishes the importance of ecological linkages between features
of watersheds that support fish and associated fisheries. Prospectively, many features
important to the ecology of fish populations that support fisheries will be lost. These
fisheries will be negatively affected. As a result, the Fisheries Act will fail to facilitate the
sustainable management of affected fisheries.
The proposed amendments to the Fisheries Act legislation may no longer provide federal
protection and enforcement for environmentally sensitive features such as wetlands, ponds,
or food and nutrient bearing watercourses that have significant supporting roles with respect
to the health of our aquatic ecosystems because they are an important source of food, clean
water, temperature regulation, and nutrients that support our traditional fisheries. Without
federal protection of the broader aquatic ecosystems, this could result in significant
cumulative negative impacts to fish habitat, fish stocks, and numerous species of flora and
fauna that depend on the protection and management of these broader aquatic ecosystems.
2. Lack of information and detail around rationale and regulatory definitions.
It is difficult to accurately predict what the potential implications might be for the District of Maple
Ridge and other jurisdictions without access to the details being proposed under the regulatory
amendments.
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Additional information is required to understand the reasons behind the proposed changes
that were made to the Fisheries Act. What specific issues framed or led to the Policy
Direction amendments. Which stakeholders have influenced the federal government to
make these changes and who has been involved in the formulation of the amendments to
date? What background documentation or scientific evidence has the federal government
relied upon to develop and implement these changes?
At this time, Bill C 38 and Cabinet has not provided any clear definitions for ‘killing of fish’, or
‘permanent alteration’ and destruction of fish habitat. It is not clear how much damage or
destruction needs to occur before it becomes ‘permanent’. Nor have any definitions of “fish
habitat” been provided with the new amendments. It is unclear under federal legislation
whose responsibility it would be to prove that a stream, a section of stream, or a ditch in
Maple Ridge was part of a recognized “fishery”. It is unclear under the proposed federal
legislation as to how many fish need to be killed, how extensive ‘harm’ has to be to a fishery
before federal protection measures are applicable, and what types of fish this would apply to
before the DFO would respond?
The Task Force has been advised that the federal government is drafting the replacement for
the existing Section 35(1) that provides for fish habitat protection. It is also creating some
new tools that will be instrumental in implementing the proposed new Fisheries Act, along
with new definitions for the legislation, and it is developing new regulations. The federal
government has not shared this information or consulted with any municipalities at this time
on the potential implications.
It appears that at-risk species of fish will no longer be protected under the new Fisheries Act
because they are not part of the three proposed fisheries that have been defined. It is not
clear who is going to take on the role of protecting those at risk fish species that are no t
protected under the new definitions.
3. Reduction of budgets, resources, and service delivery by the DFO.
The reduction of staff and service delivery will likely be problematic as stakeholders, such as
municipal government try to understand, implement, and abide by the new Fisheries Act legislation
along with any new DFO policy changes. Local government will have to determine how much
support and fiduciary capability it has for taking on this expanded role.
Based on recent discussions with DFO staff, approximately one in three DFO positions within
British Columbia has already been identified to be cut. By 2014, there is going to be a
reduction of the DFO’s budget by 10 percent. There will be a reduction of DFO management
and enforcement units in the province of British Columbia from 65 to 15 units. For the
Pacific region in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, the number of units will decrease
from 20 to 5 by 2014. The Habitat Management Branch of the DFO is currently being
replaced by the Fisheries Protection Program. Staffing cuts will mostly apply to habitat
protection and management staff along with enhancement and restoration engineering staff.
Enforcement units across the province and within the lower mainland are being centralized.
There will likely be a significantly reduced level of service provided by the DFO to our
municipality and to surrounding watershed areas. .
The District and other municipalities in the region have historically relied on the regulatory
powers and fines under the traditional federal Fisheries Act to enforce any infractions related
to the degradation and destruction of fish habitat. Without adequate federal and provincial
resources and legislative support, additional enforcement responsibilities will likely fall to the
Province and local municipalities where they will be subject to the discretion and capabilities
of each agency. Some of these responsibilities may be over reaching their mandates and it
might also be impossible for municipalities to carry them out given their limited tax base.
The resulting impact on municipalities will likely result in an increased burden on local taxes.
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CONCLUSIONS:
The Ad Hoc Task Force was formed to review the proposed changes to the Federal Fisheries Act and
report back to Council in October 2012. Following the Task Force formation, the group met with
Randy Kamp MP to discuss implications of Bill C 38 on the Fisheries Act and as a group to formulate
this report.
The group is of the opinion that Bill C 38 has weakened federal environmental legislation and
downloaded previous responsibilities related to the management of fish habitat to lower levels of
government and to the general public. In general, the Bill focuses on handing over the
responsibilities for fish habitat management, enforcement, and enhancement to provincial and local
authorities without providing any additional fiscal assistance.
Potential negative financial outcomes from these amendments will likely include substantially fewer
federal resources and environmental staff available to assist municipalities with development and/or
environmental review processes related to fish habitat protection, especially where and when senior
agency support is required by our municipality. There is likely to be fewer enforcement and
compliance resources available to the District from the federal agencies. In addition, there may be
no further technical assistance or funding available for enhancement and restoration programs or
educational initiatives related to fish habitat protection and management.
Other possible negative implications may include increased assessment, monitoring, and reporting
requirements for the District where possible habitat disturbance has occurred on municipal lands in
addition to higher penalties or fines that the District may have to provide in the event of an
environmental infraction with the senior environmental agencies.
It is the recommendation of the Task Force that the Federal Government be advised of these
concerns and that the recommendations contained within this report be endorsed by Council.
“original signed by John Kelly”
______________________________________________
Submitted by: John Kelly
Chair of the Ad Hoc Fisheries Act Task Force
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District of Maple Ridge
TO: His Worship Mayor Ernie Daykin DATE: October 9, 2012
and Members of Council FILE NO: 0530-01
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer ATTN: Council
SUBJECT: 2012 Council Matrix Update
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At the October 1, 2012 Council Workshop staff was asked to revise the Matrix to provide additional
time to discuss issues scheduled for the balance of 2012. Attached to this report as Appendix I is a
revised Council Matrix covering the period of January 1 through December 31, 2012. A number of
items are now indicated for presentation at Committee of the Whole. As well, the Mayor has called
for a Special Council Workshop to be held on November 26 to deal with a number of Planning issues.
RECOMMENDATION:
That the Council Matrix attached as Appendix I to the staff report dated October 9, 2012 be adopted.
“Original signed by Ceri Marlo” ____ “Original signed by Frank Quinn” for
Prepared by: Ceri Marlo, C.M.C. Concurrence by: J.L. Rule
Manager of Legislative Services Chief Administrative Officer
“Original signed by Paul Gill” ___
Approved by: Paul Gill, B.B.A, C.G.A, F.R.M
General Manager: Corporate & Financial Services
/cm
Council Work Schedule Matrix 2012 (January 1 to December) APPENDIX 1
ITEM DIVISION
DATES OF
COUNCIL
MEETINGS
STATUS AND COMMENTS
1 BC Hydro - Smart Meters Admin January 23 Complete - Presentation provided
2 Council Matrix C&FS January 23 Complete - Review; adopted at the January 24,
2012 Council Meeting
3 2012 Property Assessments
Review
C&FS January 23 Complete - Presentation provided
4 Albion Flats Plan PW&DS January 23 Complete - Discussion on Agricultural Land
Commission comments; recommendation
adopted at the January 24 Council meeting
5 E-Comm C&FS February 6 Complete - Presentation provided
6 Albion Flats Plan PW&DS February 6 Complete - additional discussion not requested
at this time
7 Building Bylaw PW&DS February 6 Proposed amendments - rescheduled to April
30, 2012
8 Fire Department C&FS February 20 Complete - Update provided
9 RCMP Contract C&FS February 20 Complete - Update provided February 6
10 Commercial/Industrial Review PW&DS February 20 Complete - Process review
11 Neighbourhood Traffic Calming PW&DS February 20 Complete - Initiatives Process Report eg. River
Road, Shady Lane, 132 Avenue
12 Customer Service Standards
Initiatives Update
PW&DS February 20 Complete - Progress report
13 Council Compensation Admin March 5 Complete - Policy review - recommendation that
Council remuneration remain as that paid in
2011 adopted at March 27, 2012 Council
Meeting
14 Town Center Incentive Admin March 5 Complete - Program update - forwarded to the
March 13 Council meeting for presentation
15 Cultural Mapping Report CDP&R March 5 Complete - Report on results
16 Zoning Bylaw PW&DS March 5 Complete - Zoning Bylaw review update
17 Recreation Vehicles and Tents PW&DS March 5 Complete - presentation provided on
Recreational Vehicle Parking/Storage
18 Healthy Community Initiatives CDP&R March 19 Complete - Update on work with Fraser Health
Authority - presented on June 4
19 Preliminary Year End Results C&FS March 19 Complete - preliminary year end results
20 Business License Bylaw - Update
on Mobile Licence
PW&DS March 19 Complete - Council input received; bylaw to be
finalized and forwarded to Council for first
reading; anticipated for September 2012
21 Municipal Property Downtown PW&DS March 19 Complete - review of development of property
process - process endorsed
Council Work Schedule Matrix 2012 (January 1 to December) APPENDIX 1
ITEM DIVISION
DATES OF
COUNCIL
MEETINGS
STATUS AND COMMENTS
22 Citizen Survey Admin April 2 Complete - presented on April 16
23 Wildlife Interface Management
Strategy
CDP&R April 2 Complete - Update by Conservation Officer
24 Bear Aware Program CDP&R April 2 Complete - overview of program
25 RCMP C&FS April 2 Complete - update provided
26 Sign Bylaw Review PW&DS April 16 Complete - verbal update - rescheduled from
April 2
27 Secondary Suites Temp Res Use
Update
PW&DS April 16 Complete - update provided on April 16 -
rescheduled from April 2
28 Resident Only Parking PW&DS April 30 Policy discussion - rescheduled from April 16
29 Council Matrix Update C&FS April 30 Complete - adopted at May 14 Council
Workshop with requested additions
30 Business Planning Guidelines C&FS April 30 Complete - Proposed guidelines presented
31 Food Waste and Yard Trimmings
Collection (Solid Waste and
Recycling Collection
PW&DS April 30 Complete - Policy discussion - resolution put
forward to bring in consultant - report back to
Council; see Item 63
32 On-line Services Review C&FS
PW&DS
May 14 Update - rescheduled to November 5 under
Information Services Technology Update; see
Item 81
33 Reserve Accounts C&FS May 14 Complete - presentation provided April 2
34 Albion Flats Plan PW&DS May 14 Further discussion if required; further
discussion held on June 18
35 Amenity Zoning PW&DS May 14 Complete - see Item 84 for next scheduled
update
36 Transportation Plan Update PW&DS May 14 Complete - rescheduled from April 30;
Presentation by John Steiner, Urban Systems;
see Item 97 for next scheduled update
37 Special Events CDP&R June 4 Complete - Town Centre Events update
38 Silver Valley Parks Update CDP&R June 4 Complete - update presented
39 Community Development Policy CDP&R June 4 Complete - update rescheduled from April 16
40 Tax Rate Survey C&FS June 4 Complete - Annual survey results
41 Dog Control Bylaw PW&DS June 4 Complete - report provided July 16;
consolidation of existing bylaws; presented
under Animal Control Bylaw; see Item 75 for
next scheduled update
42 BC Hydro - Ruskin Dam Project
and Fish Ladders
PW&DS June 4 Confirmation of date received from BC Hydro;
scheduled for November 5; see Item 79
43 TransLink Update Admin June 18 Date to be confirmed - item to be rescheduled
44 Economic Development Update Admin June 18 Complete - Presentation provided
45 Firefighter's Park CDP&R June 18 Process update - rescheduled to 2013
Council Work Schedule Matrix 2012 (January 1 to December) APPENDIX 1
ITEM DIVISION
DATES OF
COUNCIL
MEETINGS
STATUS AND COMMENTS
46 Affordable Housing Strategy CDP&R June 18 Complete - termed Housing Action Plan Process
47 RCMP Integrated Teams Update C&FS June18 Complete - presentation by Chief
Superintendent Janice Armstrong
48 Flood Plain Fill Policy PW&DS June 18 Complete - update provided at the July 16
Workshop; approved at the July 24 Council
Meeting
49 BC SPCA PW&DS June 18 Complete - presentation at the July 9 Workshop
on the Spay/Neuter Program for cats
50 Port Haney Neighbourhood
Change Project Report
CDP&R July 9 Complete - Neighbourhood group update on
change process; presented at the July 16
Workshop
51 Neighbourhood Development
Initiatives
CDP&R July 9 Complete - reviewed with Community
Development Policy update on June 4
52 Library Update CDP&R July 9 Complete - presentation provided at August 27
Council Workshop
53 Vacant Building Review C&FS July 9 Complete - update provided; see Item 89 for
next scheduled update
54 Customer Service Standards PW&DS July 9 Update - rescheduled to October 1; see Item 70
55 Community Services Update CDP&R July 16 Presentation - rescheduled to October 15; see
Item 72
56 2011 Annual Report C&FS July 16 Complete
57 Capital Works and Development
Tour
PW&DS July 16 Complete - update provided; Tour to be held in
Fall
58 Silver Valley Municipal Lands Admin September 10 Status update
59 Parks, Recreation and Culture
Master Plan
CDP&R September 10 Proposed progress update - rescheduled to
October 1; see Item 66
60 Allocation of money set aside for
Agriculture - Policy
C&FS September 10 Complete
61 Permissive Tax Exemptions C&FS September 10 Complete - update provided at August 27 COW
meeting; adopted at August 28 Council
62 Resident Only Parking PW&DS June 18 Complete - Resident-Exemption and Resident-
Only Parking Policy” forwarded to the June 26,
2018 Council Meeting and adopted - review in
one year
63 Food Waste and Yard Trimmings
Collection (Solid Waste and Recycling
Collection); originally Diversion of
Organic Waste as mandated by Metro
Van's ISWRMP
PW&DS July 10
Council
follow up to Item 31 - motion to amend financial
Pan for consultation services to review service
delivery options defeated
64 Cell Tower Discussion Admin September 10 Policy discussion - rescheduled to Nov 5; see
Item 80
Council Work Schedule Matrix 2012 (January 1 to December) APPENDIX 1
ITEM DIVISION
DATES OF
COUNCIL
MEETINGS
STATUS AND COMMENTS
65 Review of proposed changes to
the Federal Fisheries Act
Admin October 1 Update by the Ad Hoc Task Force
66 Parks, Recreation and Culture
Master Plan
CDP&R October 1 Proposed progress update - rescheduled from
Sept 10 - see Item 59
67 RCMP Finances C&FS October 1 Referred to Committee of the Whole from the
Audit and Finance Committee
68 Council Matrix Update C&FS October 1
69 Financial Update C&FS October 1
70 Customer Service Standards PW&DS October 1 Rescheduled from July 9; see Item 54
71 Economic Development Update Admin October 15 To be presented at Committee of the Whole
72 2013 Council Meeting Schedule C&FS October 15 To be presented at Committee of the Whole
73 Community Services Update CDP&R October 15 Presentation - rescheduled from July 16 - see
Item 55 (supportive housing update)
74 Regional Context Statement PW&DS October 15 Initialization of process
75 Animal Control Bylaw (formerly
Dog Control Bylaw)
PW&DS October 15 Follow up to discussion on Item 41
76 Building Bylaw Fees PW&DS October 15 Building Bylaw code related amendments
adopted on June 26, 2012; review of fees to
follow
77 Business Licence Bylaw PW&DS October 15 Draft bylaw for discussion
78 Heritage Procedures Bylaw PW&DS October 15 Draft bylaw for discussion
79 BC Hydro - Ruskin Dam Project Admin November 5 See Item 42
80 Cell Tower Policy Admin November 5 Discussion - rescheduled - see Item 64
81 Information Services Technology
Update
C&FS November 5 See Item 32
To be presented at Committee of the Whole
82 Downtown Update CDP&R November 5
83 Ticketing (MTI) Bylaw PW&DS November 5 Draft bylaw for discussion
84 Area Planning Discussion PW&DS November 5 Discussion of plans for 2013
85 Capital Works Update All Depts November 19 Regularly scheduled update
86 Communications Update Admin November 19 To be presented at Committee of the Whole
87 TransLink Update Admin November 19 see Item 43
To be presented at Committee of the Whole
88 Vacant Building Review C&FS November 19 Draft bylaw for discussion
89 Grow Op Bylaw PW&DS November 19 Report on options for discussion
90 Sign Bylaw Review PW&DS November 19 Draft bylaw for discussion
91 Commercial/Industrial Review PW&DS November 26 Presentation by G.P. Rollo
92 Zoning Bylaw PW&DS November 26 Draft bylaw for discussion; presentation by City
Spaces Consulting
93 Amenity Zoning PW&DS November 26 Presentation by City Spaces Consulting
94 North Albion Plan Update PW&DS November 26
Council Work Schedule Matrix 2012 (January 1 to December) APPENDIX 1
ITEM DIVISION
DATES OF
COUNCIL
MEETINGS
STATUS AND COMMENTS
95 Update on application for the COR
return to work certification
Admin December 3
96 Ending Homelessness Action Plan CDP&R December 3
97 Municipal Alcohol Policy CDP&R December 3
98 Medicinal Marijuana PW&DS December 3 Bylaw options for discussion
99 Transportation Plan Update PW&DS December 3 Follow up; see Item 36
100 Secondary Suites Update PW&DS December 3 Review of Secondary Suites Report
101 Adjudication Bylaw PW&DS December 3 Further discussion on adjudication process
Legend
Abbreviation
Admin
CDP&R
C&FS
PW&DS
Items to be presented at Committee of the Whole
Special Council Workshop
Additions approved at the May 14, 2012 Council Workshop
Administration (includes SEI and Sustainability)
Community Development Parks & Recreation
Corporate and Financial Services
Public Works & Development Services
District of Maple Ridge
TO: His Worship Mayor Ernie Daykin MEETING DATE: October 1, 2012
and Members of Council
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: Council Workshop
SUBJECT: FCM Target 2014 Campaign
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The federal government’s existing $2 billion Building Canada Plan, an infrastructure funding
program, expires in March 2014 and they have launched an initiative to develop a new long-term
infrastructure plan in consultation with partners and stakeholders.
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Target 2014 campaign calls on the government to
ensure that the new long-term plan is fully in place before current funding programs expire.
Municipalities are being urged to pass resolutions in support of the campaign. The proposed
resolution in this report is recommended by FCM, and has been adjusted to reflect District priorities.
The District is well-positioned with sound financial policies and an infrastructure sustainability
reserve, but lacks the financial resources to meet the infrastructure demands necessary to achieve
our full economic development and growth potential.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
WHEREAS, The Building Canada Plan and a number of important federal-provincial transfer
agreements vital to Canada’s cities and communities, will expire in March 2014;
WHEREAS, Federal investments over the last few years have helped to enhance the economic
viability of Maple Ridge through transportation network and downtown enhancement investments;
WHEREAS, a seamless transition from the Building Canada Plan to a new long term plan is necessary
to ensure that municipalities can continue planning their capital spending effectively;
WHEREAS, The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has launched a campaign to ensure the
new plan reflects municipal priorities across the country and asks its member municipalities to pass
a Council resolution supporting the campaign;
AND WHEREAS, our community has continuing infrastructure needs, such as the Abernethy
Connector extension and widening, and the South Albion Overpass, that can only be met with
through the kind of long-term planning and investment made possible by a national plan;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council endorses the FCM campaign and urges the Minister of
Transport, Infrastructure and Communities to work with FCM to ensure the new long-term
infrastructure plan meets the core infrastructure needs of cities and communities;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council urges the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and
Communities to ensure that the new long-term plan is fully in place when existing programs expire in
2014; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution shall be sent to the Minister of Transport,
Infrastructure and Communities, BC Minister of Community, Sport and Culture, to Randy Kamp,
Member of Parliament, to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and to the Union of British
Columbia Municipalities.
DISCUSSION:
The District of Maple Ridge has sound financial policies intended to safeguard the significant public
investment in community infrastructure. These policies include reference to maintenance and
rehabilitation programs to target the funds where they can provide the best value. However, as a
rapidly growing community, our infrastructure needs cannot be funded entirely through existing
revenue sources.
Almost $2 billion dollars a year in federal infrastructure funding for municipalities will end when the
federal government’s Building Canada Plan expires in March 2014. The federal government has
promised to develop a new plan before the 2014 deadline, in partnership with municipalities,
provinces, territories and other key stakeholders.
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has launched a campaign, with a goal of ensuring
municipal priorities are reflected in the federal government’s new long-term infrastructure plan, and
that this plan is in place when the current programs expire. The campaign, called Target 2014:
Building our Future, will inform all FCM member municipalities of the deadline and the process for
developing a new plan. They hope to
mobilize the 2000 municipalities and
thousands of local officials that make
up its membership to remind MPs of
the importance of vibrant cities and
communities to economic growth and
prosperity, and to make sure local
government priorities are reflected in
any new funding agreements.
Municipalities are also urged to enlist
the help of community groups in
sending this message. The campaign
will leverage traditional and social
media to encourage local residents,
businesses and organizations to get
involved as well, to show the
government that residents, business
leaders, volunteer organizations and
service clubs are united on the need
for continued federal investment in our
communities.
The campaign will run until spring 2013, when FCM expects the federal budget to spell out the
government’s commitment to meeting municipal needs in its long-term plan.
This is an important issue for Maple Ridge, and has been repeatedly acknowledged in Council
discussions and staff reports (see Appendix A). Flowing from Council discussions around an
infrastructure funding strategy for District assets in 2006 was the introduction of a 1% per year
cumulative property tax increase in 2008, to be applied directly to sustaining our existing
infrastructure. The predictability of this funding source has provided the certainty necessary to
implement an asset management program in a strategic manner. Although this is a good start, the
District lacks the revenue to fulfill all the infrastructure needs of a growing community.
The District also lacks the tax base to provide the infrastructure necessary to support economic
growth. Examples of projects include:
1. Abernethy Connector: The 256 Street industrial area is primed for economic growth, but
lacks an east-west connection to access regional and national transportation routes. The
extension of Abernethy Connector to 256 Street is required to fully develop this area. In
addition, widening the existing Abernethy roadway is needed, not only to deal with the
increased volumes associated with the expanded regional road network and bridges, but
also the forecasted growth.
2. South Albion Overpass: It has long been recognized that the industrial area south of the CP
Railway in Albion is underutilized. The District has made numerous attempts over the years
to enhance the economic viability of this area with various railway crossing proposals. An
overpass would resolve the transportation access issue and allow this area to develop to its
full potential.
The District’s ability to sustain existing infrastructure and to fully achieve its growth potential is
dependent upon federal funding. The FCM Target 2014 campaign will help to focus attention on
municipal priorities and issues. To further encourage the federal government to consider
municipalities, a proposed letter to the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities is
attached (Appendix B).
CONCLUSIONS:
The federal government’s $2 billion Building Canada Plan, an infrastructure funding program, expires
in March 2014. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Target 2014 campaign calls on the
government to ensure that the new long-term plan is fully in place before current funding programs
expire. Municipalities are being urged to pass resolutions in support of the campaign.
“Original signed by Laura Benson”____________________
Prepared by: Laura Benson, CMA
Manager of Sustainability and Corporate Planning
“Original signed by Paul Gill”________________________
Approved by: Paul Gill, BBA, CGA
General Manager: Corporate & Financial Services
“Original signed by Kelly Swift” for____________________
Concurrence: J.L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
Appendix A: Staff report (2006) excerpt on infrastructure sustainability
The District has an investment in assets including infrastructure with an estimated replacement cost
of $1.3 billion. These assets are all aging at different rates, and will eventually have to be replaced.
In order to properly fund rehabilitation and replacement, we estimate that we should be spending in
excess of $40 million annually. Our actual expenditures are about $7 million, which means that
annually, we are spending $33 million less than we should be. If this gap is not addressed, it will
continue to accumulate, creating a liability for future taxpayers. In addition, we continue to add
assets as the community grows and this is compounding the asset replacement problem. Most
Canadian municipalities are facing the same issue, but because we have relatively newer
infrastructure, we have an opportunity to get ahead of the curve.
The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) strongly encourages local governments to take
action and demonstrate their ability to address the issue. They have provided a series of
recommendations, a critical one being that “municipal governments must evaluate how they plan
growth, price their services and generate revenues. A long-term plan, with targets and milestones,
must be put in place to help phase in these changes over the next 20 years.”1
We can start to address this problem by contributing 1% of taxation each year toward meeting the
sustainability objective. This could start in 2008 when taxation is no longer required for the town
centre project. The models below illustrate the funding gap. Chart 1 illustrates the gap under the
current funding pattern. The bottom area indicates our current infrastructure renewal spending
pattern, and the top area represents the shortfall or deficit in spending. Chart 2 shows the impact of
an annual 1% tax contribution. If we continue on this path for 12 years, we will be able to nearly
double the contribution to rehabilitation and replacement; in 25 years, the contribution has tripled
and the deficit is cut in half. In addition to directing District funds to deal with the deficit, plans for
maintenance programs and construction projects continually look for ways to extend lifecycles and
minimize maintenance requirements. While a gap will still remain, we will be well on the road to
addressing a problem that today seems insurmountable.
Chart 1 Chart 2
1 “Building Prosperity from the Ground Up: Restoring Municipal Fiscal Balance”; Federation of Canadian
Municipalities, June 2006.
Infrastructure Deficit
$ M
$10 M
$20 M
$30 M
$40 M
$50 M
$60 M
$70 M
2006 2011 2016 2021 2026 2031Annual AmountInfrastructure Deficit
Renewal Spending
Infrastructure Deficit with 1% Tax
$ M
$10 M
$20 M
$30 M
$40 M
$50 M
$60 M
$70 M
2006 2011 2016 2021 2026 2031Annual AmountInfrastructure Deficit
Additional Renewal Funds - 1% of Taxation
Renewal Spending
Appendix B: Proposed letter to Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities
The Hon. Denis Lebel
Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities
Transport Canada
330 Sparks Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0N5
Dear Minister Lebel:
Please find attached our Council’s resolution supporting the campaign by the Federation of Canadian
Municipalities (FCM), “Target 2014: Building our Future”.
We are very pleased that your government has committed to develop a new long-term infrastructure
plan that will replace the Building Canada Plan when it expires in 2014. We are also pleased that you
have invited municipalities, provinces, territories and other key stakeholders to participate in the
planning process.
FCM’s campaign goal is to ensure the new long-term infrastructure plan reflects municipal priorities
across the country, and our Council fully endorses that goal. The attached resolution is our first step
in communicating to you our interest in the issue and the planning process, as well as our belief that
a seamless transition to a new long-term infrastructure plan is essential to the prosperity of our cities
and communities and the economic competitiveness of Canada.
We understand that you will be touring Canada to consult on the new plan. Please consider this your
invitation to visit Maple Ridge to see the benefits of past federal investments, as well as our
community’s continuing needs, which include the Abernethy Connector extension/expansion and a
South Albion overpass—needs that can only be met through the kind of long-term planning and
investment made possible by a national plan.
We look forward to seeing you here or, if that is not possible, when you are next in our region.
Sincerely,
Mayor Ernie Daykin
cc:
Hon. Bill Bennett, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development
Randy Kamp, Member of Parliament for Pitt Meadows-Maple Ridge-Mission
Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Union of British Columbia Municipalities
Appendix B: Proposed letter to Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities
RESOLUTION:
Development of a new long-term federal plan for municipal infrastructure funding
WHEREAS, The Building Canada Plan and a number of important federal-provincial transfer
agreements vital to Canada’s cities and communities, will expire in March 2014;
WHEREAS, Federal investments over the last few years have helped to enhance the economic
viability of Maple Ridge through transportation network and downtown enhancement investments;
WHEREAS, a seamless transition from the Building Canada Plan to a new long term plan is necessary
to ensure that municipalities can continue planning their capital spending effectively;
WHEREAS, The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has launched a campaign to ensure the
new plan reflects municipal priorities across the country and asks its member municipalities to pass
a Council resolution supporting the campaign;
AND WHEREAS, our community has continuing infrastructure needs, such as the Abernethy
Connector extension and widening, and the South Albion Overpass, that can only be met with
through the kind of long-term planning and investment made possible by a national plan;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council endorses the FCM campaign and urges the Minister of
Transport, Infrastructure and Communities to work with FCM to ensure the new long-term
infrastructure plan meets the core infrastructure needs of cities and communities;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Council urges the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and
Communities to ensure that the new long-term plan is fully in place when existing programs expire in
2014; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution shall be sent to the Minister of Transport,
Infrastructure and Communities, to the provincial (territorial) minister of municipal affairs, to Randy
Kamp, Member of Parliament, to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities and to the Union of
British Columbia Municipalities.
District of Maple Ridge
TO: His Worship Mayor Ernie Daykin MEETING DATE: October 9, 2012
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2012-005-RZ
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Final Reading:
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6926-2012
20528 Lougheed Highway
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Bylaw No. 6926-2012 has been considered by Council and at Public Hearing and subsequently was
granted Third Reading on July 24, 2012. The applicant has requested that Final Reading be granted.
The purpose of the rezoning is to permit an existing commercial building to be expanded and allow a
broader range of commercial uses.
RECOMMENDATION:
That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6926-2012 be adopted.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Council considered this rezoning application at a Public Hearing held on July 17, 2012. On July 24,
2012 Council granted Third Reading to Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6926-2012 with the
stipulation that the following conditions be addressed:
1) Approval from the Ministry of Transportation;
2) A disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional Engineer advising whether
there is any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks. If there is evidence, a site profile
pursuant to the Waste Management Act must be provided in accordance with the
regulations; and
3) Registration of a revised easement for mutual access, reconfiguration and coordination of
parking and maneuvering aisles with the adjoining lot to the east (20580 Lougheed
Highway).
The following applies to the above:
1. Approval from the Ministry of Transportation – Approval granted;
2. Disclosure statement – Report confirmed no underground tanks; Site Profile submitted.
3. Revised Easement for Mutual Access - An undertaking to register an Access Easement
has been made.
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CONCLUSION:
As the applicant has met Council’s conditions, it is recommended that Final Reading be given to
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6926-2012.
"Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski"
_______________________________________________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
"Original signed by Christine Carter"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP
Director of Planning
"Original signed by Frank Quinn"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
"Original signed by J.L. (Jim) Rule"
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J. L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Officer
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – Bylaw No. 6926-2012
Appendix C – Site Plan
City of Pitt
Meadows
District of
Langley District of MissionFRASER R.
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DATE: May 7, 2012 FILE: 2012-005-RZ BY: PC
20528 LOUGHEED HWY
CORPORATION OF
THE DISTRICT OF
MAPLE RIDGE
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
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CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 6926-2012
A Bylaw to amend Map "A" forming part
of Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended
___________________________________________________________
WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 -
1985 as amended;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple
Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. This Bylaw may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6926-2012."
2. That parcel or tract of land and premises known and described as:
Lot 1 Except: Part subdivided by Plan LMP20045; District Lot 222 Group 1
New Westminster District Plan 72179
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1570 a copy of which is attached hereto
and forms part of this Bylaw, is hereby rezoned to C-2 (Community Commercial).
3. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached
thereto are hereby amended accordingly.
READ a first time the 22nd day of May, A.D. 2012.
READ a second time the 26th day of June, A.D. 2012.
PUBLIC HEARING held the 17th day of July, A.D. 2012.
READ a third time the 24th day of July, A.D. 2012.
APPROVED by the Minister of Transportation this 20th day of September, A.D. 2012.
RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 20 .
_____________________________ ____________________________
PRESIDING MEMBER CORPORATE OFFICER
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MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING
Bylaw No. Map No. From:
To:
CS-1 (Service Commercial)
C-2 (Community Commercial)
6926-20121570
EXISTING
LAMP POST
PROPOSED
DRIVE
AISLE
1 SITE PLAN
SC: 1/16 " = 1'-0"
NN
EXISTING
FIRE
HYDRANT
120'-0"ACCESS
EASEMENT
EXISTING
EASEMENT
BOUNDARY
UNIT 100
PROPOSED
PHARMACY
1,463 s.f.
UNIT 110
MEDICAL CLINIC
5,493 s.f.
UNIT 120
PROPOSED
SPECIALIST
CLINIC
2,081 s.f.
UNIT 130
VACANT
783 s.f.
UNIT 140
VACANT
1,350 s.f.
91'-2"
UNIT 150
VACANT
1,350 s.f.
PROPOSED
MONUMENT
SIGN
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF PARKING
12 STALLS
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY STAFF
ONLY
PATIENT/VISITOR
PARKING
37 STALLS
LOUGHEED
HWY
LANE
EXISTING BUILDING
APPROX.
EXISTING BUILDING
APPROX.
LINE OF CANOPY
OVER
PROPOSED
RELOCATED PARKING
STAFF
ONLY
STAFF
ONLY
LOCKED
GATE
STAFF ONLY
SMALL CAR
SMALL CAR
SMALL CAR
PROPOSED
RELOCATED PARKING
PAINTED
PEDESTRIAN
WALKWAY
LANDSCAPING4' WIDE WALKWAYFIRE DEPARTMENT
CONNECTION
R 35'-6"R 53'-0"4' WIDE LANDSCAPE STRIP4'-1"RESIDENTIAL LOTS
PROPOSED
NEW BOUNDARY
OF ACCESS
EASEMENT
27'-9"
58'-0"5'-0"(1524)11'-11"
(EXISTING
STALLS
PROPOSED
TO BE
RELOCATED
SOUTH)
20'-1 1/8"
EXISTING POWER
POLE
48.715 m (159.83')
97°05'55"EL.16.62'EL.16.50'NOTE:
FOR LANDSCAPING REFER TO THE LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT CONSULTANT DRAWINGS
(AL TANZER LANDSPACE)
EXISTING CONCRET
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SIDEWALK
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PEDESTRIAN
WALKWAY
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(17.68 m)
(1.07 m.)(36.57 m.)(6763)149'-1 1/2"EL.17.21'6'-7 3/4"1'-4 1/8"(2027)
(45453)
(410)
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(EXISTING)EL.16.12'21'-2 5/8"61'-0"(18593)(6468)EL.16.34'EL.16.96'91'-1 1/2"5'-10 5/8"
NEW SIDEWALK 64.757 m (212.46')179°59'50"(27775)(1792)
NOTE:
LOCATION OF EXISTING
BUILDING, PARKING STALLS,
DRIVE AISLES AND
DIMENSIONS TO BE
CONFIRMED BY OWNER FOR
THIS PARCEL
PLAN
LMP20045
NOTE: Re: LOCATION OF
SITE SERVICES
LOCATION OF EXISTING
CONNECTIONS TO
MUNICIPAL SERVICES TO BE
CONFIRMED BY THE
DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE
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Copyright reserved. This plan and design are, and at all times
remain, the exclusive property of Tohmm Cobban Architect and
cannot be used without the expressed written permission of
Tohmm Cobban Architect.
Tohmm Cobban Architect is responsible for the architectural
information only on these drawings; all structural information
to be as per a Professional Structural Engineer registered in
the Province of British Columbia.
Mageta
Medical Centre
20528 Loughheed Highway
Maple Ridge, BC.
TOHMM COBBAN
Architect
201-309 West Cordova Street
Vancouver B.C. V6B 1E5 - 604/685-6210
Notes:
Mar. 22 '12 - Issued for check set,
client review
Mar. 29 '12 - Issued for submittal for
rezoning and DP
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Project No.
Date
Scale
2012-03
as noted
Mar.2012
District of Maple Ridge
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING
MINUTES
October 1, 2012
1:00 p.m.
Council Chamber
PRESENT
Elected Officials Appointed Staff
Mayor E. Daykin J. Rule, Chief Administrative Officer
Councillor C. Ashlie K. Swift, General Manager of Community Development,
Councillor J. Dueck Parks and Recreation Services
Councillor A. Hogarth P. Gill, General Manager Corporate and Financial Services
Councillor R. Masse F. Quinn, General Manager Public Works and Development
Councillor M. Morden Services
C. Carter, Director of Planning
ABSENT C. Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services
Councillor C. Bell Other Staff as Required
C. Goddard, Manager of Development and Environment
Services
A. Kopystynski, Planner
R. Acharya, Planner
D. Hall, Planner
1. DELEGATIONS/STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1.1 RCMP Financial Overview
- Officer in Charge, Superintendent Dave Walsh
- Max Xiao, RCMP- E Division, Regional Director of Finance and Accounting
Superintendent Walsh and Max Xiao gave a PowerPoint presentation which
addressed RCMP contract costs, spoke to efficiency & effectiveness
achievements and key performance indicators and outlined emerging issues
for the RCMP. A financial overview highlighting the RCMP costs was provided.
Note: Items 1.2 and 1.3 were dealt with as one item.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
October 1, 2012
Page 2 of 7
1.2 Non-Farm Use Application 2012-074-AL
- Andy Cleven
1.3 Non-Farm Use Application 2012-074-AL
- Steve Hamilton
Andy Cleven, Craig Speirs, John MacKenzie, Steve Hamilton, Dr. Alan
Hargreaves and Darin Wagner spoke in opposition to non-farm use application
2012-074-AL.
2. PUBLIC WORKS AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Note: The following items have been numbered to correspond with the Council
Agenda:
Note: Item 1108 was dealt with prior to Item 1101
Note: Item 1101 was deferred from the August 27, 2012 Council Meeting
1101 2012-031-RZ, 11055 Hazelwood Street, RS-3 to M-3 (Addendum to report
dated August 27, 2012)
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 providing additional information to a staff
report dated August 27, 2012 and recommending that Maple Ridge Zone
Amending Bylaw No. 6914-2012 to permit future construction of potential
industrial or big box retail styled buildings be given first reading and that the
applicant provide further information as described on Schedules B, D, E and F
of the Development Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999.
R. Acharya, Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the following
information:
• Application Information
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
• Preliminary Site Layout
Kevin Hussey, Development Manager – Applicant Representative
Mr. Hussey gave a PowerPoint presentation outlining the intention of the
project in terms of proposed end users, the involvement of the neighbouring
community in the project and the proposed storm water management system
for the application.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
October 1, 2012
Page 3 of 7
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
1102 2012-079-RZ, 21722 and 21734 Dewdney Trunk Road, RS-1 to RT-1
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge Zone
Amending Bylaw No. 6944-2012 to allow each lot to have the existing
dwelling replaced by a duplex be given first reading and that the applicant
provide further information as described on Schedule B of the Development
Procedures Bylaw No. 5879-1999.
A. Kopystynski, Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the
following information:
• Application Information
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
• Proposed Site Plan
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
1103 2011-084-RZ, 11185 and 11133 240 Street, RS-3 to RST, R-2, R-1 and C-1
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge Official
Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6875-2011 to adjust conservation area
and Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6947-2012 text amendment for
the C-1 Zone to allow for 4 proposed rental apartment units be given first and
second readings and be forwarded to Public Hearing and that Maple Ridge
Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6853-2011 to allow for 24 RST lots, 39 R-2 single
family lots, one remnant R-1 lot for future subdivision and a mixed used
building be given second reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing.
A. Kopystynski, Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the
following information:
• Application Information
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
• Proposed Site Plan
• Elevations
• Landscape Plan
Committee of the Whole Minutes
October 1, 2012
Page 4 of 7
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
Note: Councillor Hogarth excused himself from discussion of Item 1104 at 3:10
p.m. as he manages the property.
1104 2011-089-RZ, 22309, 22319 and 22331 St. Anne Avenue,
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Maple Ridge Heritage
Designation and Revitalization and Tax Exemption Agreement Bylaw No.
6913-2012 to permit relocation, restoration and adaptive use of an existing
heritage house be given second reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing.
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power Point
presentation providing the following information:
• Application Information
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
• Site Plan
• Landscape Plan
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
Note: Councillor Hogarth returned to the meeting at 3:20 p.m.
1105 DVP/040/09, 10125 248 Street
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign and seal DVP/040/09 to vary the height of the proposed
single family homes, to vary the road right-of-way on 100A and 101B Avenues
and 247B Street and to vary the carriage way on 247B Street.
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power Point
presentation providing the following information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
Committee of the Whole Minutes
October 1, 2012
Page 5 of 7
• Subdivision Plan
• Road Cross Section
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
1106 2012-005-DP, 20528 Lougheed Highway
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the Corporate Officer
be authorized to sign 2012-005-DP to permit an extension and exterior
renovation.
A. Kopystynski, Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the
following information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
• Site Plan
• Preliminary Design Plans
Shauna Johnson – Spire Construction
Ms. Johnson provided details on the parking proposed for the rear of the
building.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
1107 SD/040/09, 10125 248 Street, Local Area Service
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that Local Area Service
Bylaw No. 6948-2012 for Upper Jackson Enhanced Landscape Maintenance
be given first, second and third readings.
The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a Power Point
presentation providing the following information:
• Application Information
• Landscape Areas and Plans
Committee of the Whole Minutes
October 1, 2012
Page 6 of 7
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
Note: Item 1108 was dealt with prior to Item 1101
1108 2012-074-AL, 23613 124 Avenue and 12349 237 Street
Non-Farm Use within the Agricultural Land Reserve
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that application
2012-074-AL for non-farm use on land within the Agricultural Land Reserve to
permit a gravel removal proposal not be authorized to proceed to the
Agricultural Land Commission.
D. Hall, Planner gave a Power Point presentation providing the following
information:
• Application Information
• Subject Map
• Proposal
• Neighbourhood Context
• OCP Context
• Site Characteristics
• Considerations
Dave Telup, Applicant
Mr. Telup spoke to the reasoning behind the application for non-farm use. He
outlined his farming background and stated he would like to remove gravel
from the property to allow him to reclaim the land for farmland.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
3. FINANCIAL AND CORPORATE SERVICES (including Fire and Police)
1131 Disbursements for the month ended August 31, 2012
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that the disbursements for
the month ended August 31, 2012 be approved.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
Committee of the Whole Minutes
October 1, 2012
Page 7 of 7
4. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RECREATION SERVICES
1151 Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship Centre – Phase 1 – Hatchery
Component
Staff report dated October 1, 2012 recommending that funding for Pacific
Parklands Foundation towards the Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship
Centre – Phase 1, Hatchery Component be approved.
RECOMMENDATION
That the staff report be forwarded to the Council Meeting of October 9, 2012.
5. CORRESPONDENCE – Nil
6. OTHER ISSUES – Nil
7. ADJOURNMENT – 3:38 p.m.
8. COMMUNITY FORUM – Nil
___________________________________
R. Masse, Acting Mayor
Presiding Member of the Committee
District of Maple Ridge
TO: His Worship Mayor Ernie Daykin MEETING DATE: October 1, 2012
and Members of Council FILE NO: 2011-084-RZ
FROM: Chief Administrative Officer MEETING: C of W
SUBJECT: First and Second Reading
Maple Ridge OCP Amending Bylaw No. 6875-2011
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6947-2012
Second Reading
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6853-2011
11185 & 11133 240 Street
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
An application has been received to rezone the subject property from RS-3 (One Family Rural
Residential) to RST (Street Townhouse Residential Zone), R-2 (Urban Residential District Zone), R 1
(Residential District Zone) and C-1 (Neighbourhood Commercial Zone). This would permit 24 RST
lots, 39 R 2 single family lots, one remnant R-1 lot to be subdivided when lands to the south of
111 Avenue are developed, and a mixed use building totaling 702.6 m2 (7,563.5 ft2) on the
proposed C-1 zoned lot.
The C-1 building is proposed to have 4 ground-level commercial tenant spaces with access toward
the streets and each of the 4 rental apartments on the second floor will have its own entrance from
ground level at the south side of the building near the residential-only parking area. The commercial
floor space, excluding the apartment entrance spaces, is 339.4 m2 (3,653.3 ft2) and the apartments
floor space totals 363.2 m2 (3,910.2 ft2). The second storey floor area appears larger than the first
story floor area because the residential floor extends over a portion of the wrapping porch and some
of the first floor area is used for ground level entrances and stairs to the residential units on the
second floor.
There will be four (4) rental apartments – 3 one-bedroom units and 1 two-bedroom unit. The
apartments range in size between about 73.4 m2 (789.9 ft2) for the smallest of the one-bedroom
units to 127.6 m2 (1,373.6 ft2) for the one two-bedroom unit.
This application requires amendments to the Official Community Plan (OCP) and the Zoning Bylaw as
follows:
Adjusting the area designated in Schedules B & C of the OCP as Conservation to correspond
to the boundary determined by the environmental assessment undertaken by the applicant;
Revised
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Reducing the area designated in Schedule B of the OCP as Commercial in accordance with
the Neighborhood Commercial Policies in the OCP that buildings on Neighbourhood
Commercial sites have a floor area of less than 929 m2 (10,000 ft2);
Amending the Zoning Matrix in the OCP to allow the RST (Street Townhouse Residential)
Zone under the RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION – Major Corridor Residential Category; and
A site-specific Zoning Bylaw text amendment for the C-1 Zone to allow for four (4)
apartments above the ground level commercial floor provided they are rental units.
The designation changes and the site specific Zoning Bylaw text amendment are required so that
the proposed application will be in compliance with the Official Community Plan a nd for the
proposed rental apartments to be permitted.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. That in accordance with Section 879 of the Local Government Act opportunity for early and
on-going consultation has been provided by way of posting Official Community Plan Amending
Bylaw No. 6875-2011 on the municipal website and requiring that the applicant host a
Development Information Meeting, and Council consider s it unnecessary to provide any
further consultation opportunities, except by way of holding a public hearing on the bylaw;
2. That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6875-2011 be considered in
conjunction with the Capital Expenditure Pla n and Waste Management Plan;
3. That it be confirmed that Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No.
6875-2011 is consistent with the Capital Expenditure Plan and Waste Management Plan;
4. That Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No . 6875-2011 be given First and
Second Reading and be forwarded to Public Hearing;
5. That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6947 -2012 be given First and Second Reading and be
forwarded to Public Hearing;
6. That Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6853 -2011 be given Second Reading and be forwarded to
Public Hearing; and
7. That the following term(s) and condition(s) be met prior to final reading:
i. Registration of a Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant and receipt
of the deposit of security as outlined in the Agreement;
ii. Amendment to Schedule s “A”, “B” & “C” of the Official Community Plan , including
Amendment to Appendix C in Schedule “A” to add the RST Street Townhouse
Residential Zone under RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION – Major Corridor Residential
Category in the Zoning Matrix on a site -specific basis;
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iii. Registration of a geotechnical report as a Restrictive Covenant which addresses the
suitability of the site for the proposed development;
iv. Registration of a Restrictive Covenant which addresses storm/rain water
management;
v. Road dedication as required;
vi. Park dedication as required;
vii. Registration of a Housing Agreement in accordance with Section 905 of the Local
Government Act and an associated Restrictive Covenant stating that the apartment
units above the ground floor of the commercial building will be restricted to residential
rental units;
viii. Registration of a Restrictive Covenant for the protection of habitat and natural
features;
ix. Removal of the existing building or buildings;
x. A disclosure statement must be submitted by a Professional Engineer advising
whether there is any evidence of underground fuel storage tanks. If there is evidence,
a site profile pursuant to the Waste Management Act must be provided in accordance
with the regulations;
xi. Registration of a Restrictive Covenant protecting the Residential Parking and the
Visitor Parking.
DISCUSSION:
a) Background Context:
Applicant: Damax Consultants Ltd. (Dave Laird)
Owner: INC. NO. 0914038 B.C. LTD.
Legal Description: Lot “C” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan
19825
Lot “D” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan
19825
OCP:
Existing: Urban Residential, Commercial
Proposed: Urban Residential, Commercial
Zoning:
Existing: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
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Proposed: RST (Street Townhouse Residential), R-2 (Urban Residential
District), R-1 (Residential District), and C-1 (Neighbourhood
Commercial)
Surrounding Uses
North: Use: Single Family Residential (Proposal for Neighborhood
Commercial and Townhouse)
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
(RZ/044/09 – Proposed C-1 (Neighbourhood Commercial)
and RM-1 (Townhouse Residential) )
Designation Commercial
South: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
Designation: Urban Residential
East: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
Designation: Medium Density Residential, Neighbourhood Commercial
and Conservation
West: Use: Single Family Residential
Zone: RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
Designation: Urban Residential and Conservation
Existing Use of Property: Single Family Residential
Proposed Use of Property: Single Family Residential, Commercial with rental
apartments on the second floor, and park
Site Area: 1.693 Ha. (4.2 Acres)
Access: 112 Avenue and 240 Street (future access 111 Avenue)
Servicing requirement: Full Urban Standard
b) Project Description:
The current application proposes to rezone the property located at 11185 240 Street and 11133
240 Street from RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) to RST (Street Townhouse Residential) to front
112 Avenue and 240 Street; R-1 (Residential District) for a small portion of the site to be compatible
with lands to the south and the west; R-2 (Urban Residential District) for the interior portion of the
site; and C-1 (Neighbourhood Commercial) at the corner. This would permit subdivision into 24 RST
(Street Townhouse Residential) lots, 39 R-2 (Urban Residential District) single family lots, one
remnant R-1 lot to be subdivided when lands to the south along 111 Avenue are developed, and one
(1) commercial property.
The headwaters of Rainbow Creek are located on the western side of the development site. This
environmentally sensitive natural area and associated sloping lands will be dedicated as park. A
Natural Features/Watercourse Protection development permit will govern the necessary
enhancement and protection requirements, including securities and the required environmental
setback for the single family residential lots abutting the park.
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Commercial Mixed-use Component:
A mixed-use 2 storey building is proposed to be built at the southwest corner of 112 Avenue and
240 Street. Entrances to the individual commercial units are along the frontage of the two adjacent
roads, with a pedestrian walkway covered by a porch, wrapping along the sides of the bulding.
An application has been received to rezone the subject property from RS-3 (One Family Rural
Residential) to RST (Street Townhouse Residential Zone), R-2 (Urban Residential District Zone), R 1
(Residential District Zone) and C-1 (Neighbourhood Commercial Zone). This would permit 24 RST
lots, 39 R 2 single family lots, one remnant R-1 lot to be subdivided when lands to the south of
111 Avenue are developed, and a mixed use building totaling 702.6 m2 (7,563.5 ft2) on the
proposed C-1 zoned lot.
The C-1 building is proposed to have 4 ground-level commercial tenant spaces with access toward
the streets and each of the 4 rental apartments on the second floor will have its own entrance from
ground level at the south side of the building near the residential-only parking area. The commercial
floor space, excluding the apartment entrance spaces, is 339.4 m2 (3,653.3 ft2) and the apartments
floor space totals 363.2 m2 (3,910.2 ft2). The second storey floor area appears larger than the first
story floor area because the residential floor extends over a portion of the wrapping porch and some
of the first floor area is used for ground level entrances and stairs to the residential units on the
second floor.
There will be four (4) rental apartments – 3 one-bedroom units and 1 two-bedroom unit. The
apartments range in size between about 73.4 m2 (789.9 ft2) for the smallest of the one-bedroom
units to 127.6 m2 (1,373.6 ft2) for the one two-bedroom unit.
A site specific zone text amendment will be required to exceed the single one family residential use
allowed as an accessory use in the C-1 Zone regulations. A Housing Agreement will be used to
secure their rental tenure. A similar approach has been given approval (to Third Reading) by Council
on the development to the north of this site. Parking is located to the side and behind the building.
Eleven (11) parking spaces are proposed to serve the commercial uses and 5, including 1 for
visitors for the residential units. The parking for the residential uses will have surface treatment and
landscaping used to distinguish them from the commercial parking spaces.
Access to this building is exclusively off of 112 Avenue. No vehicular access will be permitted from
the lane that abuts a portion of this commercial lot; the lane provides alternative access to RST
dwellings fronting on 111 Avenue and 240 Street. A gate for pedestrian access with an identified
walkway through the parking area will provide convenient pedestrian access from the nearby
residential area to the future stores in the proposed commercial building.
RST Component:
A total of 24 street-oriented RST dwellings are being proposed along 112 Avenue and 240 Street.
Facing 112 Avenue, 2 buildings with 4-units each, for a total of 8 units are proposed, and on 240
Street, 4 buildings with 4-units each, for a total of 16 units. Parking is provided in detached car
garages with laneway access. Two spaces are provided side-by-side in the garages for each unit.
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Residential Subdivision:
The remaining portion of the site south and west of the commercial and RST components is a single
family residential subdivision. There will be 39 R-2 zoned (312 m2) lots, and one remnant R-1 zoned
(371 m2) lot to be subdivided when lands to the south of 111 Avenue are developed. These lot sizes
and the proposed pattern will ensure this subdivision is compatible with the recently subdivided
Wynn Ridge project by Genstar.
c) Planning Analysis:
Official Community Plan:
The subject site is designated Commercial, Urban Residential and Conservation on Schedule B of
the Official Community Plan (OCP). Adjustment between the Urban Residential and Conservation
boundary will reflect ground proofing based on the environmental and geotechnical consultants’
recommendations. The Commercial designation is to be reduced from 1.0 ha (10,000 m2) to 0.32
ha (3,200 m2). The Urban Residential designated area would increase and to increase the urban
residential designation by 0.68 ha (6,800 m2). This is in accordance with the Neighborhood
Commercial Policies in the OCP that buildings on Neighbourhood Commercial sites have a floor area
of less than 929 m2 (10,000 ft2).
This reduction is supportable because it is consistent with OCP policies and it is recognized that the
development of the Neighborhood Commercial Centers at this intersection provides ample
commercial space to service the daily convenience shopping and service needs of the residents in
this area.
The OCP Zoning Matrix currently does not include the RST (Street Townhouse Residential) Zone as a
zone permitted under the Urban Residential designation. The Matrix is proposed to be amended to
add the RST Zone in the RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATION – Major Corridor Residential Category. It was
determined this zone would be appropriate for use in this instance because both 240 Street and
112 Avenue are major road corridors.
Section 3.3.6 of the OCP identifies the subject site as part of a Neighbourhood Commercial Centre,
which encompasses three of the four corners at the intersection of 112 Avenue and 240 Street.
Under OCP Policy 6–32, a neighborhood commercial center is to be typically less than 930 m2
(10,000 ft2). The commercial project would consist of 339.4 m2 (3,653.3 ft2) of commercial floor
area and 363.2 m2 (3,910.2 ft2) of residential floor area for a total floor area of 702.6 m2
(7,563.5 ft2).
The justification for this reduction includes the following:
Rental housing, secured in perpetuity, will help to create a wide range of housing choices
and increasing the rental stock in the community and is consistent with OCP policies;
A portion of the former Commercial Designated lands are proposed to be zoned for street
facing townhouses to help achieve the objective of increasing densities along Major
Corridors;
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Supports having a commercial development at a scale compatible with the emerging
neighbourhood and attracting the kinds of businesses most suitable to serve the daily
shopping and service needs of surrounding residents;
This is similar in nature to the proposed reduction of the Commercial Designated lands as
part of application RZ/044/09 at the northwest corner; and
The size of the proposed commercial site is appropriate for a neighbourhood commercial
node (i.e. less than 930 m2).
OCP Policy 3-34 supports the provision of affordable, rental and special housing needs throughout
the District, and Policy 3-33 supports the provision of rental accommodation in varying dwelling unit
size and number of bedrooms. A Restrictive Covenant and Housing Agreement will include the
language necessary to secure this as rental housing and prevent rental restrictions in the event the
building is strata titled. The Housing Action Plan has not been completed; however the proposed
rental apartments would be a step in addressing the kinds of housing and affordability issues this
study will be identifying. This approach has been used elsewhere in the District and is also planned
for the neighbouring site to the north.
Zoning Bylaw:
The site is proposed to be zoned a combination of C-1 (Neighbourhood Commercial), RST (Street
Townhouse Residential), R-2 Urban Residential District and R-1 Residential District, with the park
area remaining RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential). To accommodate the rental apartments, a
separate zone amending bylaw will allow a site specific text amendment to allow this as a principal
use in the C-1 Zone on the subject site only. For the application on the property immediately to the
north (RZ/044/09), a separate C-1 Zone text amending bylaw is in process also to allow for second
floor rental apartments above ground floor commercial uses.
Except for the variances being sought, a preliminary review of the proposed buildings and
associated parking indicates that the proposal complies with applicable provisions of the Zoning
Bylaw and parking regulations. A concurrent development variance permit application proposes to
vary the provisions of the Zoning bylaw as follows:
1. The commercial building is proposed to be sited closer to the two abutting streets, as is the
case for the commercial building proposed across 112 Avenue to the north. Therefore, the
Zoning Bylaw is proposed to be varied as follows:
Section 701 (7) (a) is proposed to be varied from a minimum front yard lot line setback of
7.5 m. to a minimum setback of 5.8 m., and
Section 701 (7) (d) is proposed to be varied from a minimum exterior side lot line setback,
(including the lot line forming the corner truncation), from 7.5 m. to a minimum setback of
2.0 m.
These variances are to include encroachments like roof projections. These setback reductions
are similar to the one proposed for the commercial building project (RZ/044/09) to the north
across 112 Avenue.
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2. Entrance porches for the RST buildings along 240 Street and 112 Avenue are proposed to be
sited closer to the respective streets. This will strengthen the relationship of the units to the
streets and provide for an interesting streetscape by allowing the front entry porches and their
roofs to be closer to the sidewalks. Therefore, Zoning Bylaw Section 601D 6.0 is proposed to
be varied from a minimum front yard lot line setback of 4.0 m. to a minimum setback of
2.93 m. These variances are to include encroachments like roof projections.
3. The rear yard setback of the RST building (to the lane) is proposed to be reduced. The
variance being sought is to reduce the requirements of Zoning Bylaw Section 601D 6.0 from
14 m. to 13.4 m.
4. The minimum dimension of the private outdoor space is proposed to be reduced. The variance
being sought will reduce the requirements of 601D 6.0 2 a) from a rectangular shape of 6.0
m. by 7.5 m. to 5.5 to 7.5 m. for the RST building on 240 Street and to 5.0 m. by 7.5 m. for
the RST building on 112 Avenue. The proposed stair wells to the basement entrance in the
back yards will be modified in the development permit plans so they are not in the minimum
private outdoor space.
5. The setback for the detached garages to the rear yard (e.g. to the lane) is proposed to be
reduced. The variance being sought is to reduce the requirements of 601D 6.0 from 1.5 m. to
1.3 m. This reduction will be referred to Engineering and reviewed as part of the terms and
conditions for this application.
The variances will be reassessed and verified, and will be the subject of a future Council report.
Development Permits:
Pursuant to Sections 8.5 of the Official Community Plan, a Commercial Development Permit
application is required to foster attractive commercial areas that are compatible with adjacent
development and enhance the unique character of the community. Pursuant to Section 8.7 of the
Official Community Plan, a Residential Development Permit application is required to enhance
existing neighbourhoods with compatible housing styles that meet diverse needs and minimize
potential conflicts on neighbouring land uses, and will be required for the RST portion of the
development.
This development permit application will be the subject of a future Council report.
Advisory Design Panel:
The following concerns raised by the Advisory Design Panel are to be addressed by the applicant
with planning staff:
Look at the material treatment on each residential block to better define individual units
Provide complete colored elevations of the commercial building with details for the sign
band and access stairs
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Provide complete street landscape design coordinated with civil engineering plans
Provide detailed landscape design and specification for the residential units
Consider a hedge or fence to delineate in the private yards in the gaps between units
Consider relocating the garbage enclosure and provide details
Consider enlarging the porches on the commercial development and consider wrapping the
porch around the south side of the building
Consider simplifying the planting palette of the commercial building
Consider an improved entry feature for residential units in the commercial building
The future Council report noted above about the development permit will describe how these
matters have been resolved by the architect.
Development Information Meeting:
A Development Information Meeting was held by the applicant on April 12, 2012 at the Thomas
Haney Secondary School. A total of 15 residents and interested parties attended. The applicant
reported that there were no major objections expressed about the project. The comments made by
those attending included: high traffic volume and speed along 240 Street (there will be a signal at
112 Avenue and 240 Street), having more bike lanes, servicing and timing of the development.
d) Interdepartmental Implications:
Engineering Department:
Comments from Engineering have identified some off site requirements associated with this project.
These include: extending the sanitary and the storm sewers, underground wiring, road widening,
corner truncation, and the usual requirements for a servicing agreement, geotechnical and other
legal instruments.
The applicant has been provided with a copy of the Engineering comments. Registration of a
Rezoning Servicing Agreement as a Restrictive Covenant and the security are required for this
application.
Building Department:
Comments from Building are related to confirming the geotechnical and environmental setbacks,
and the storm water and rain water management strategy for this development site, and insuring
restrictive covenants are registered on title. These covenants are included as conditions to be met
prior to final reading.
Parks & Leisure Services Department:
The Parks & Leisure Services Department have identified that after the subdivision is completed
they will be responsible for maintaining the street trees. The required street trees will be provided
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and secured through the development permit for the Commercial and Townhouse components and
through subdivision for the single family subdivision.
Fire Department:
The Fire Departments provided comments concerning the usual requirements related to installation
of fire alarm panels, hydrant placement, and sprinklering (all to be addressed at the subdivision or
the building permit application stage), and the requirements for the temporary roads to be finished
to the required allowable widths to accommodate emergency equipment (to be addressed through
subdivision approval stage).
School District:
The School Board has indicated to the District in the past that schools in the area, such as Albion
Elementary School, are beyond their capacity and future homeowners could expect their children to
attend schools beyond their immediate neighbourhood.
e) Intergovernmental Issues:
Local Government Act:
An amendment to the Official Community Plan requires the local government to consult with any
affected parties and to adopt related bylaws in compliance with the procedures outlined in Section
882 of the Act. The amendment required for this application (adjusting the Conservation and the
Commercial designations) is considered to be appropriate and minor in nature. It has been
determined that no additional consultation beyond existing procedures is required, including
referrals to the Board of the Regional District, the Council of an adjacent municipality, First Nations,
the School District or agencies of the Federal and Provincial Governments.
The amendment has been reviewed with the Financial Plan/Capital Plan and the Waste
Management Plan of the Greater Vancouver Regional District and determined to have no impact.
f) Environmental Implications:
The site abuts a sloping area and watercourse (Rainbow Creek) along the west side of the site. A
Natural Features/Watercourse Protection Development Permit Application is associated with this
rezone application. Geotechnical and environmental setbacks will be established to insure park
dedication, the subdivision layout and siting of dwellings will achieve the environment protection
policies.
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CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that First and Second Readings be granted to Maple Ridge Official Community
Plan Amending Bylaw No. 6875-2011 to adjust the land use designation boundaries, and allow the
RST Zone on a site specific basis under the RESIDENTIAL DESIGNATIONS - Major Corridor
Residential Designation category of the Zoning Matrix; that First and Second Readings be granted to
Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6947-2012 for the site specific zone text amendment to
allow the four rental apartments on the second storey of the commercial building; that Second
Reading be granted to Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6853-2011 for the rezoning of this
subject site; and that these bylaws be forwarded to a Public Hearing.
"Original signed by Adrian Kopystynski"
_______________________________________________
Prepared by: Adrian Kopystynski, MCIP, RPP, MCAHP
Planner
"Original signed by Christine Carter"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Christine Carter, M.PL, MCIP
Director of Planning
"Original signed by Frank Quinn"
_______________________________________________
Approved by: Frank Quinn, MBA, P.Eng
GM: Public Works & Development Services
"Original signed by Kelly Swift"
_______________________________________________
Concurrence: J. L. (Jim) Rule
Chief Administrative Offic er
The following appendices are attached hereto:
Appendix A – Subject Map
Appendix B – OCP Amending Bylaw 6875-2011
Appendix C – Zone Amending Bylaw 6853-2011
Appendix D – Zone Amending Bylaw 6947-2012
Appendix E – Site Plan
Appendix F – Building Elevation Plans
Appendix G – Landscape Plans
City of Pitt
Meadows
District of
Langley District of MissionFRASER R.
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DATE: Sep 26, 2012 2012-020-DP BY: JV
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CORPORATION OF
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CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 6875-2011
A Bylaw to amend the Official Community Plan No. 6425-2006
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WHEREAS Section 882 of the Local Government Act provides that the Council may revise the
Official Community Plan;
AND WHEREAS it is deemed desirable to amend Schedules ”A”, "B" & "C" to the Official Community
Plan Bylaw No. 6425-2006;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple Ridge, in open
meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. This Bylaw may be cited for all purposes as "Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending
Bylaw No. 6875-2011.
2. Schedule “A” of the Official Community Plan shall be amended as follows:
Appendix C. Zoning, Section 2. Zoning Matrix, OCP Designation / Category, RESIDENTIAL
DESIGNATIONS, Major Corridor Residential Category is amended by adding the following in
the Zones column: RST (Street Townhouse Residential), provided this zone shall only be
permitted for that portion of the property described as 11185 240 Street (Lot “C” District Lot
404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825).
3. Schedule "B" is hereby amended for that parcel or tract of land and premises known and
described as:
Lot “C” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825
Lot “D” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No 820, a copy of which is attached hereto and
forms part of this Bylaw.
4. Schedule “C” is hereby amended for that parcel or tract of land and premises known and
described as:
Lot “C” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825
Lot “D” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No 821, a copy of which is attached hereto and
forms part of this Bylaw, is hereby amended by adding and removing Conservation.
5. Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Bylaw No.6425-2006 is hereby amended accordingly.
READ A FIRST TIME the day of , A.D. 20 .
PUBLIC HEARING HELD the day of , A.D. 20 .
READ A SECOND TIME the day of , A.D. 20 .
READ A THIRD TIME the day of , A.D. 20 .
RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED , the day of , A.D.20 .
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MAYOR CORPORATE OFFICER
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CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 6853-2011
A Bylaw to amend Map "A" forming part
of Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended.
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WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 -
1985 as amended;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple
Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. This Bylaw may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6853-2011."
2. Those parcels or tracts of land and premises known and described as:
Lot “C” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825
Lot “D” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster District Plan 19825
and outlined in heavy black line on Map No. 1539 a copy of which is attached hereto
and forms part of this Bylaw, are hereby rezoned to RST (Street Townhouse
Residential), R-1 (Residential District), R-2 (Urban Residential District), C-1
(Neighbourhood Commercial).
3. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended and Map "A" attached
thereto are hereby amended accordingly.
READ a first time the 30th day of August, A.D. 2011.
READ a second time the day of , A.D. 20 .
PUBLIC HEARING held the day of , A.D. 20 .
READ a third time the day of , A.D. 20 .
RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 20 .
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PRESIDING MEMBER CORPORATE OFFICER
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MAPLE RID GE ZONE AMENDING
Bylaw No.Map No. From:
To:
6853-20111539RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)
RST (Street Townhouse Residential) R-1 (Residential District)C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) R-2 (Urban Residential District)
CORPORATION OF THE DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE
BYLAW NO. 6947-2012
A Bylaw to amend the text of Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw
No. 3510 - 1985 as amended.
___________________________________________________________
WHEREAS, it is deemed expedient to amend Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 -
1985 as amended;
NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the District of Maple
Ridge, in open meeting assembled, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. This Bylaw may be cited as "Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 6947-2012."
2. PART 7, COMMERCIAL ZONES, SECTION 701, NEIGHBOURHHOOD COMMERCIAL: C-1
is amended by adding the following in SUBSECTION 1, PERMITTED PRINCIPAL USES,
after “d) personal repair services”:
e) Apartment is permitted in the following locations:
(1) 11185 240 Street (Lot “C” District Lot 404 Group 1 New Westminster
District Plan 19825)
3. Maple Ridge Zoning Bylaw No. 3510 - 1985 as amended is hereby amended
accordingly.
READ a first time the day of , A.D. 20.
READ a second time the day of , A.D. 20 .
PUBLIC HEARING held the day of , A.D. 20 .
READ a third time the day of , A.D. 20 .
RECONSIDERED AND FINALLY ADOPTED, the day of , A.D. 20 .
_____________________________ ____________________________
PRESIDING MEMBER CORPORATE OFFICER
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