2015 09 01 Council Agenda
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL MINUTES OF A COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 21, 2015
Minutes from the regular Council meeting held on July 21, 2015, documenting approvals for various development permits and variances.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL MINUTES OF A SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2015
Minutes of the Special Council meeting held on August 26, 2015, which primarily focused on a closed meeting resolution.
Council Report - DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT 2015/06 – 400 NURSERY HILL DRIVE
Staff report recommending approval of a variance to allow a deck and accessory building at 400 Nursery Hill Drive with specific tree protection conditions for a Garry oak.
Attachment 1. Subject Property Map - 400 Nursery Hill Dr
Map illustrating the location of 400 Nursery Hill Drive relative to Nursery Hill Drive, the Trans Canada Highway, and the Galloping Goose Regional Trail.
Attachment 2 Letter from Allan and Angela Tolsma – June 9, 2015
A letter from the property owners requesting a variance to build a deck to provide a safe level space for their grandchild while preserving an existing Garry oak tree.
Attachment 3 Page 1 of 3 - Site Plan 400 Nursery Hill Rd.
Hand-drawn and annotated site plan showing the existing house, deck, and proposed deck expansion near a Garry Oak tree.
Attachment 3 Page 2 of 3 - Proposed New Deck Layout
Detailed technical drawing of the proposed new deck structure including dimensions and proximity to the property line and Garry Oak.
Attachment 3 Page 3 of 3 - Annotated Photo of Deck Elevation
A photograph of the existing deck and grade with annotations showing the proposed construction and safety rail requirements.
Michael Gye Urban Forestry Ltd. Tree Protection Plan (Attachment 4 Page 1 of 4)
Arborist report providing a tree protection plan for a 75 cm diameter Garry Oak in the back garden of 400 Nursery Hill Drive.
Photo of suspect limb (Attachment 4 Page 2 of 4)
A photograph taken by the arborist showing a specific limb on the Garry Oak that requires inspection for decay.
Arborist's Disclosure Statement (Attachment 4 Page 3 of 4)
Legal disclaimer and statement of assumptions and limiting conditions for the arborist report.
Garry Oak Tree Protection Plan Sketch (Attachment 4 Page 4 of 4)
Visual sketch and detailed conditions for construction within the protected area of the Garry Oak tree.
ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATION 2015/10 - 333 Stewart Avenue
Staff report recommending approval for a development permit to legalize an existing accessory building (boathouse) encroaching on the natural boundary of Esquimalt Harbour.
Attachment 1 - Subject Property Map 333 Stewart Ave
Cadastral map showing the location of 333 Stewart Avenue relative to surrounding lots and the coastline.
Letter from Applicant - Boathouse - 333 Stewart Avenue (Attachment 2)
A letter from the property owners explaining the history of the boathouse and requesting legalization following a survey that revealed an encroachment.
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Boathouse Plan 053-1-1 - Attachment 3
Architectural elevations and floor plan for the boathouse structure at 333 Stewart Avenue.
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Natural Boundary Photograph Key (2012) - Attachment 4
Survey map detailing the natural boundary and location of structures relative to the waterline and dock ramp.
Review of Natural Watercourse and Shoreline Areas Development Permit Guidelines (Attachment 5)
Evaluation of how the proposal meets specific town guidelines for shoreline development.
Cascadia Biological Services Assessment Letter (Attachment 6)
A professional biologist's assessment of the intrusion of the boathouse into the development permit area, concluding minimal environmental impact.
Cascadia Biological Services Attachment II – Map Showing Area of Intrusion
A map showing the intrusion area into the covenant area for the property at 333 Stewart Avenue.
Cascadia Biological Services Attachment III – Typical Site Picture
A photograph showing the small concrete area and concrete pillars within the area of intrusion at 333 Stewart Avenue.
Letter of Support for Development Permit for 333 Stewart Avenue
A letter from the property owners at 333 Stewart Avenue seeking neighborhood support for their boathouse renovation and development permit application.
Council Report - DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2015/09 AND REQUEST TO AMEND A COVENANT ON 2429 Chilco Road (Thetis Vale Phase 6)
A staff report evaluating a development permit application to update the site layout, enclose a drainage channel, and remove wildfire protection requirements from a covenant for the Thetis Vale Phase 6 development.
Attachment 1. Subject Property Map - 2429 Chilco Rd
A map showing the location and boundaries of the subject property at 2429 Chilco Road.
MH Johnston & Associates Inc. Letter - Re: 2429 Chilco Rd. – Amendment to Development Permit
A letter from the project consultant requesting an amendment to the existing Environmental Development Permit to reflect changes in site conditions and the installation of a culvert.
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Attachment 3 - Grading Plan 2450-00-C.107 - Associated Engineering
A detailed technical grading plan for the Thetis Vale Phase 6 development project.
Attachment 4 - Typical Cross Sections 2450-00-XS101 - Associated Engineering
Engineering diagrams showing typical cross-sections of the development site, including the drainage channel and retaining walls.
Attachment 5 - Covenant FB408215 excerpt – Schedule B Urban Wildfire Interface Plan Requirements
An excerpt from a registered covenant outlining wildfire protection and FireSmart guidelines for the development.
Attachment 7 - Typical Retaining Wall Sections
Technical drawings of typical mortared rock retaining wall sections for heights of 2m, 4m, and 6m.
MH Johnston & Associates Inc. Letter - Re: 2429 Chilco Rd. – Amendment to Development Permit (Duplicate)
A duplicate copy of the letter from MH Johnston & Associates regarding the 2429 Chilco Road permit amendment.
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Attachment 3 - Grading Plan 2450-00-C.107 (Duplicate)
A duplicate copy of the engineering grading plan for Thetis Vale Phase 6.
Attachment 4 - Typical Cross Sections 2450-00-XS101 (Duplicate)
A duplicate copy of the engineering cross-sections for the Chilco Road development.
Attachment 5 - Covenant FB408215 excerpt – Schedule B (Duplicate)
A duplicate copy of the covenant excerpt regarding wildfire interface requirements.
Attachment 7 - Typical Retaining Wall Sections (Duplicate)
A duplicate copy of the engineering drawings for mortared rock retaining wall sections.
COUNCIL REPORT - DEVELOPMENT PERMIT 2015/05 - 33 Helmcken Road (Eagle Creek Village)
Staff report recommending approval of an amended development permit and various variances for the Eagle Creek Village mixed-use development.
Attachment 1 - DP AMENDMENT SUBMISSION - Eagle Creek Village – Phase 1
Letter from Omicron Architecture Engineering Construction Ltd. outlining 23 specific revisions and amendments to the original Development Permit for Phase 1.
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Attachment 2 - Eagle Creek Village - Development Permit Submission Cover
Cover sheet for the revised Development Permit submission drawings prepared by Omicron.
Drawing A1.0 - CONTEXT - Eagle Creek Village
Context drawing including a location plan, aerial vicinity plan, project phase key plan, and a comprehensive drawing list.
Drawing A1.1 - CONTEXTUAL ANALYSIS - Eagle Creek Village
Aerial contextual map showing the site's proximity to Victoria General Hospital, Galloping Goose Trail, and major transit routes.
Drawing A1.2 - CONTEXTUAL STREET PHOTOS - Eagle Creek Village
A collection of eight contextual street views and a key plan showing existing site conditions.
Drawing A1.3 - PRE CONSTRUCTION PLAN - Eagle Creek Village
Plans detailing the existing topography and the demolition plan for buildings on site.
Drawing A1.4 - PEDESTRIAN & VEHICLE CIRCULATION PLAN - Eagle Creek Village
Site plan illustrating pedestrian linkages, vehicle circulation, truck circulation routes, and fire truck access.
Drawing A1.5 - SHADOW STUDY - Eagle Creek Village
Initial shadow study analyzing solar impact at 10am and 2pm on June 21 and December 21.
Drawing A1.5.1 - SHADOW STUDY - Eagle Creek Village
Expanded shadow study analyzing impact at 10am, 2pm, and 4pm for dates in June, July, and August.
Drawing A1.5.2 - SHADOW STUDY - Eagle Creek Village
Shadow study analysis for March/September and June at multiple times of day, including a sun path chart.
Drawing A1.6 - CONCEPTUAL RENDERING - Eagle Creek Village
Artist's conceptual rendering of the mixed-use buildings and surface parking area.
Drawing A1.7 - CONCEPTUAL RENDERING - Eagle Creek Village
Elevated conceptual rendering showing the full scope of the development site.
Drawing A1.8 - CONCEPTUAL RENDERING - Eagle Creek Village
Conceptual rendering of the primary office building structure from the street level intersection.
Eagle Creek Village Development Drawings (Attachment 2)
A comprehensive set of architectural and site development drawings for the Eagle Creek Village mixed-use project, including site plans, floor plans, and building elevations.
Eagle Creek Village Building 7 - Elevations
Architectural elevations for the south, north, east, and west sides of Building 7 in the Eagle Creek Village development.
Subdivision Plan of Part of Lot 8, Section 9, Lake and Esquimalt Districts
A survey plan showing the subdivision layout for the Eagle Creek Village development site near Watkiss Way and Helmcken Road.
Electrical Site Plan - Power
Detailed electrical engineering site plan for the Eagle Creek Village development, showing power distribution and ductbank details.
Eagle Creek Village - Servicing Plan
Civil engineering plan showing the water, sewer, and drainage utility connections for the Eagle Creek Village Phase 1 development.
Eagle Creek Village - Grading Plan
Civil engineering plan depicting proposed finished grades and rain garden locations for the development site.
Eagle Creek Village Phase 1 Landscape Concept Plan
Landscape architectural plan illustrating the layout of plaza spaces, parking lots, rain gardens, and plantings for Phase 1.
Parking Study for 23 Helmcken Rd - Eagle Creek Shopping Centre Phase 1
A study by Boulevard Transportation assessing shared versus reserved parking demand for the Eagle Creek development.
Staff Report: Development Permit 2015/13 - 356 Island Highway
Report recommending the approval of a development permit to remove approximately 300 cubic metres of fill and restore the riparian area near Craigflower Creek.
Attachment 1: Location Map - 356 Island Highway
Map showing the subject property at 356 Island Highway relative to the Trans Canada Highway and surrounding residential areas.
Attachment 2: Letter and Site Plans from Goodwill Investments Ltd.
Applicant's submission explaining the accidental deposit of rock fill in the riparian area and the proposed remediation plan, including truck routes.
Attachment 3: Fort Victoria RV Park & Campground Craigflower Creek Riparian Areas Regulation Assessment
Environmental assessment report regarding the fill deposit and restoration requirements for the Craigflower Creek riparian area.
Riparian Areas Regulation - Qualified Environmental Professional - Assessment Report (FORM 1)
A detailed technical environmental assessment for 356 Island Highway concerning the protection of Craigflower Creek and management of a fill slope within the riparian area.
Riparian Areas Regulation - Qualified Environmental Professional - Assessment Report (Form 1)
An environmental assessment report regarding the Craigflower Creek Riparian Area at the Fort Victoria RV Park, providing professional opinions and site photos.
Letter from Mayor Fred Eisenberger, City of Hamilton
A letter from the Mayor of Hamilton requesting support for a legal appeal concerning municipal authority to regulate equipment installations (community mailboxes) on road allowances.
CITY OF HAMILTON BY-LAW NO. 15-091
A municipal by-law from the City of Hamilton regulating the installation of equipment on roads.
Letter from Brian Burchill re: Town Property Extending From South End of Parsons Road to the Foreshore
Resident correspondence regarding concerns over potential public access to the foreshore near Parsons Road.
Letter from Suzanne Anton, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, re: policing issues
A response from the provincial Attorney General regarding regional policing models and the West Shore RCMP Detachment.
Email from The Hollands re: Helmcken Centennial Park
Correspondence from the Victoria Fastball Club thanking the town for their support during a national championship event at Helmcken Centennial Park.
TOWN OF VIEW ROYAL BYLAW NO. 929
A bylaw to amend the Zoning Bylaw specifically regarding the CD-5: Gibraltar Bay Zone.