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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-12-04 Public Hearing Minutes.pdfCity of Maple Ridge PUBLIC HEARING December 4, 2018 The Minutes of the Public Hearing held in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia on December 4, 2018 at 7:02 p.m. ____________________________________________________________________________ PRESENT Elected Officials Appointed Staff Mayor M. Morden F. Quinn, Acting Chief Administrative Officer Councillor J. Dueck L Benson, Corporate Officer Councillor K. Duncan C. Carter, Director of Planning Councillor C. Meadus C. Goddard, Manager of Development and Environmental Councillor G. Robson Services Councillor R. Svendsen A. Gaunt, Confidential Secretary Councillor A. Yousef ______________________________________________________________________________ Mayor Morden called the meeting to order. The Corporate Officer explained the procedure and rules of order of the Public Hearing and advised that the bylaws will be considered further at the next Council Meeting on December 11, 2018. The Mayor then called upon the Planning Department staff to present the following items on the agenda: 1) 2017-580-RZ, 22866 128 Avenue Maple Ridge Zone Amending Bylaw No. 7421-2018 To rezone the subject property from RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential) to R-1 (Residential District). The minimum lot size for the current RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential) zone is 0.4 ha (1 acre), and the minimum lot size for the proposed R-1 (Residential District) zone is 371 m2 (3,994 ft²). The current application is to permit a future subdivision into approximately seven single family residential lots. The Corporate Officer advised that 35 letters were sent out and that letters were also hand delivered due to the postal strike. Correspondence opposed to the application was received from Lehel Fenyo. The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a PowerPoint presentation providing the following information: • Application Information • Subject Map • Official Community Plan Context Public Hearing Minutes December 4, 2018 Page 2 of 5 • Neighbourhood Context • Site Characteristics • Proposed Site Plan • Terms and Conditions The Mayor called for speakers on first call. Councillor Robson requested a point of clarification from staff pertaining to the road pattern. The Manager of Development and Environmental Services advised on the road pattern as outlined on the proposed site plan and clarified access to the proposed development. Perry Pasqualetto Mr. Pasqualette is opposed to the application. He spoke on issues with parking currently being experienced by the neighbourhood and expressed concern that the additional residents in the proposed development will add to the existing problems. He expressed that on 128 Avenue is a challenge and he concern is that any overflow parking from the proposed development will expand to surrounding neighbourhoods. Kevin Slauenwhite Mr. Slauenwhite advised he is the property owner of acreage on the eastern border of the development. He expressed concern with the impact on parking resulting from this application however his main concern is groundwater runoff and the increase in flooding on surrounding properties increasing his own. He outlined issues with flooding residents are currently experiencing. Mr. Slauenwhite indicated he is not against subdivision however he is against this particular plan and is in favor of the original community plan where three lots in the application, his acreage and an acreage property to the east were to be developed together. He reiterated his concerns with the increase in traffic, parking and groundwater runoff. Gail Rose Ms. Rose is opposed to the application. She expressed concern with water in the area which is currently a problem and feels this is increasing as more developments are built. Shaun Hokanson Mr. Hokanson reiterated the concerns of previous speakers pertaining to parking. He is opposed to the application and reported that when he purchased his property he was told by a neighbour that no development behind his lot would take place without the involvement of all three acreage property owners. Public Hearing Minutes December 4, 2018 Page 3 of 5 Dan Floritto Mr. Floritto identified himself as the owner of the property in the application. He advised on feedback and concerns received at a development information meeting and indicated amendments made to the original plan to address concerns with the impact on parking as well as privacy issues. He spoke to the concerns pertaining to groundwater runoff and advised that discussions are being held on how to mitigate the impact of increased rainfall on neighbouring properties. Mr. Floritto provided a description of the types of homes being proposed and felt that the development met the criteria brought forward by residents at the development information meeting. Councillor Meadus requested a point of clarification as to what type of garage the proposed houses will have. Mr. Floritto provided clarification on garage layout, indicating that the garages will have room for 2 vehicles and that there will be room for 2 vehicles in the driveway as well. The Mayor called for speakers on second call. Shaun Hokanson Mr. Hokanson reiterated his concern with parking following clarification from the applicant. The Manager of Development and Environmental Services clarified that the lane through the development will be a fire lane only. Perry Pasqualetto Mr. Pasqualetto again expressed his concern with the impact on parking in the area resulting from this development. He asked whether RV parking in driveways was considered. He restated his concerns with drainage. Mr. Pasqualetto also expressed concern that the application was a deviation from the original community plan and urged Council to refer to the original plan and turn down this application. Kevin Slauenwhite Mr. Slauenwhite restated his concerns with groundwater and spoke on how water flow has changed as a result of other subdivisions. He did not agree with the deviation from the original community plan. He again expressed his concern with increased traffic and parking impacting 128 Avenue and other neighbourhood streets. The Mayor called for speakers on third call. There being no further comment, the Mayor declared this item dealt with. Public Hearing Minutes December 4, 2018 Page 4 of 5 2) 2018-332-RZ, 11641 227 Street Maple Ridge Official Community Plan Amending Bylaw No. 7509-2018 An OCP amendment is required to add the subject property into Appendix D – Temporary Use Permits of the OCP. The current application is to allow a sales centre for a future apartment use. The Corporate Officer advised that 253 letters were mailed out or hand delivered and that correspondence opposed to the application was received from Lorne Patterson. The Manager of Development and Environmental Services gave a PowerPoint presentation providing the following information: • Application Information • Subject Map • Official Community Plan Context • Neighbourhood Context • Presentation Centre Layout Proposal • Presentation Centre Elevation Proposal • Terms and Conditions The Mayor called for speakers on first call. Lorne Patterson Mr. Patterson referred to a letter written to the Planning Department. He questioned why a model apartment for a site which has not been approved as a building site for an apartment building can be approved. He expressed concern that the property has been excavated with no approval for building. The Manager of Development and Environmental Services provided clarification on this application for use. The Mayor called for speakers on second call. The Mayor called for speakers on third call. Ron Davis - Applicant Mr. Davis spoke on the application to locate a sales centre on the property, indicating that it is being requested to help develop interest in future development. He advised on time lines and the requirement to have a sales centre as a necessity for pre sales. There being no further comment, the Mayor declared this item dealt with. Public Hearing Minutes December 4, 2018 Page 5 of 5 Having given all those persons whose interests were deemed affected by the matters contained herein a chance to be heard, the Mayor adjourned the Public Hearing at 7:41 p.m. ____________________________ M. Morden, Mayor Certified Correct ______________________________ L. Benson, Corporate Officer