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PUBLIC
HEARING MINUTES
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Tuesday, 2016 February 23
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A Public Hearing (Zoning) was held
in the Council Chamber, Burnaby City Hall, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C. on Tuesday,
2016 February 23 at 7:00 PM.
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CALL TO ORDER
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PRESENT:
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His
Worship, Mayor Derek Corrigan
Councillor
Pietro Calendino
Councillor
Sav Dhaliwal
Councillor
Dan Johnston
Councillor
Colleen Jordan
Councillor
Paul McDonell
Councillor
James Wang
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ABSENT:
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Councillor
Anne Kang
Councillor
Nick Volkow
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STAFF:
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Mr.
Lou Pelletier, Director Planning and Building
Mr.
Ed Kozak Assistant Dir. Current Planning
Ms.
Kate O’Connell, Deputy City Clerk
Ms.
E. Prior, Administrative Officer
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The Public Hearing was called to order
at 7:01 p.m.
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BURNABY ZONING BYLAW
1965,
AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 1, 2016 – BYLAW
NO. 13568
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Rez. #15-23
9850/9855 Austin Road and 9858/9898
Gatineau Place
From: C3
General Commercial District, CD Comprehensive Development District (based on
P2 Administration and Assembly District, C3 General Commercial District and
C4 Service Commercial District), C4 Service Commercial District and P8
Parking District
To: CD
Comprehensive Development District (based on P2 Administration and Assembly
District, C3 General Commercial District, RM5s Multiple Family Residential
District and Lougheed Town Centre Plan as guidelines and the development plan
entitled “Lougheed Core Area Master Plan” prepared by James K. M. Cheng
Architects Inc.)
The purpose of the proposed zoning
bylaw amendment is:
1. to
establish a Master Plan that defines the general land use, form, massing,
subdivision pattern, overall site servicing, development phasing, and
distribution of applicable development densities for the Lougheed Town Centre
Core Area; and,
2. to
specifically apply the Lougheed Town Centre Core Area Master Plan guidelines
to the subject site through Comprehensive Development zoning.
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The Advisory Planning Commission advised
it supports the rezoning application.
Forty-five letters were
received in support of the proposed zoning bylaw amendment:
Leanne Wong, 6521 Bonsor Avenue,
Burnaby
Ellen Wong, 2639 Comrose Drive,
Burnaby
Kathleen Almeida, 4242 Kitchener Street,
Burnaby
Arlene Allen, 3433 North Road, Burnaby
Ina Kwok, 4524 Georgia Street,
Burnaby
Peter Judson, 6511 Parkdale Drive,
Burnaby
Perry Saran, North Mitchell
Lumber Co.
Unit B 3981 Kingsway, Burnaby
Glen Wright, 24D-6128 Patterson Avenue,
Burnaby
Vicki Vong, 6811A Dunnedin Street,
Burnaby
Kim Ho, 7251 Kitchener Street,
Burnaby
Mark Sh Lee, UVANU
International Group,3705-9888
Cameron Street, Burnaby
Kunho Cho, 1801-6240 McKay Avenue,
Burnaby
Greg Malpass, Traction on
Demand,
2700 Production Way, Burnaby
Hajera Baqi, Shoppers Drug
Mart, 3433
North Road, Burnaby
Carmen Tse, 915 Dundonald Drive, Port
Moody
Stephen & Anita Yuen, 26-3855 Pender Street,
Burnaby
Eric Ruggieri, 13-3777 Kingsway, Burnaby
Jeff Bennett, Shoppers Drug
Mart,
104-3433 North Road, Burnaby
Vince Wong, 2639 Camrose Drive,
Burnaby
Jonathan Cheung, 805 Cumberland Street, New
Westminster
Harry Lai, 7040 Boundary Road,
Burnaby
Mary Troha, 4368 Union Street, Burnaby
Tvrtko Peter Grubesic, 302-5051 Lougheed
Highway, Burnaby
Julia M. Giuriato, 7311 Sussex Avenue,
Burnaby
Ela Rezmer, 408-4570 Hastings Street,
Burnaby
Gemma Ayarra, 406-3811 Hastings Street,
Burnaby
Raquel Ayarra, 3908 Dundas Street,
Burnaby
Jenn Choi, David’s Tea, Unit 221-9855 Austin Road,
Burnaby
George Seto & Betty Chu, 103-8485 New Haven Close,
Burnaby
Willa Cheng, 120 North Stratford
Avenue, Burnaby
Mike Kask, BURNCO, 5324 Riverbend Drive,
Burnaby
Donna Wong, 4463 William Street,
Burnaby
Anthony John Troha, 510-3811 Hastings Street
Donna Mae Sillett, 3041 Noel Drive, Burnaby
Mike Suk, Korean Cultural
Heritage Society,
5962 Sperling Avenue, Burnaby
Mary Drpic, 903-3920 Hastings Street,
Burnaby
Anthony Drpic, 1605-2138 Madison Avenue,
Burnaby
Miles Fenske & Janice
Fenske,
1401-3920 Hastings Street, Burnaby
Peter Nussbaum, 3355 North Road, Burnaby
Terence Yeun, 26-3855 Pender Street,
Burnaby
Carolyn Orazietti, North Road Burnaby
Business Improvement Area
Maggie Lee, 7991 Hunter Street,
Burnaby
Patrick and Mimi Lee, 7991 Hunter Street,
Burnaby
Gloria Staudt, 7980 12th Avenue, Burnaby
Paul Choi, 303-9940 Lougheed Highway,
Burnaby
Four letters were received
in opposition to the proposed zoning bylaw amendment:
John Cartwright, False
Creek Management Ltd.,
811 Winthrop Street, New Westminster
Jian Shu Zhao, 2006-9521 Cardston Court,
Burnaby
Ling Yan, 1906-9868 Cameron Street,
Burnaby
Dongeui Lim,
2207-9868 Cameron Street, Burnaby
Once letter was received
regarding other matters related to the proposed zoning bylaw amendment:
Bill Jong, Kin’s Farmers
Market,
111-2985 Northern Avenue, Burnaby
One petition was submitted
in support of the proposed zoning bylaw amendment:
Vikam Vasu, 265-3355 North Road,
Burnaby (3 signatories)
Two petitions were
submitted in opposition to the proposed zoning bylaw amendment:
Kookhwal Sohn, 3108-9888 Cameron Street,
Burnaby (25 signatories)
Lotus Chung,
204-3755 Bartlett Court, Burnaby (69 signatories)
One letter from a
neighboring municipality was submitted in response to the proposed zoning bylaw
amendment:
City of Coquitlam, Public Hearing Input,
Lougheed Town Centre Core Area Master Plan
The following speakers
appeared before Council in the following order and spoke in opposition or
support of the proposed zoning bylaw amendment:
Carolyn Orazietti and Paul
Choi, Burnaby North Road BIA, spoke in support of the rezoning application. Ms. Orazietti
shared her excitement regarding the project, specifically the many benefits
that accompany a vibrant town centre plan including: economic, access to green
space, pedestrian and transit infrastructure development, housing diversification,
environmental efficiencies and recreational opportunities.
Ed Bolecz, 3317 Beaverbrook Drive,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Mr. Bolecz expressed concerns
regarding the lack of consideration to the school in the neighbourhood. Mr.
Bolecz requested that Council work with the Provincial Government to revitalize
the school, and enhance pedestrian safety around the area. Mr. Bolecz also
requested that thought be given to relocating some of the towers to minimize
school ground shading.
Young Hong, 3110 Cameron Street,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Mr. Hong stated his
concerns regarding the loss of sunlight due to the proximity of the high-rise
towers to his building.
Sung Ahn, 3701-9888 Cameron Street,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Mr. Ahn expressed concerns
regarding the height of the building and requested that Council consider low-rise
buildings instead.
Kyung Kim, 608-9868 Cameron Street,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Mr. Kim noted his
concerns regarding the loss of sun, view and personal privacy.
Song Kim, 707-9888 Cameron Street,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the proposed rezoning application. Mr. Kim
shared his concerns regarding the height of the proposed buildings and the direct
impact on his view, access to sunlight, and loss of privacy.
Lotus Chung, 204-3755 Bartlett Court,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Ms. Chung shared her
concerns regarding the height of the buildings, loss of view corridors, loss of
privacy and traffic increases from increased population. Ms. Chung requested
that a traffic impact assessment be completed prior to the approval of new
development in the area. Ms. Chung also
requested that any new
development considered by Council be environmentally friendly and include
commercial opportunities.
*Councillor
Dhaliwal left the Council Chamber at 7:23 p.m and returned at 7:24 p.m.
Eunjae Choi, 1002-3528 Vanness Avenue,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Ms. Choi expressed
concerns regarding her loss of views, sunshine, privacy and the close proximity
of the proposed buildings to her own.
Keith Kwan, 4126 Francis Street,
Burnaby, spoke in support to the proposed rezoning application. Mr. Kwan noted
his excitement for the new shopping opportunities and the many benefits of a
vibrant town centre.
Mike Young, 303-3771 Bartlett Court, Burnaby spoke in opposition to the
rezoning application. Mr. Young stated his concerns regarding increased
traffic, noise, number of buildings, and construction disturbances to local
residents. Mr. Young requested that the City conduct studies on population
growth and crime.
Bill Zhang, Kin’s Farmers
Market, 206-9855
Austin Road, Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application. Mr. Zhang
expressed his concerns regarding the impact of construction on local businesses
as customers will not be able to access stores easily.
*Councillor
Calendino left the Council Chamber at 7:40 p.m. and returned at 7:41 p.m.
Jung Lee, Korean Cultural
Heritage Society,
4510 North Road, Burnaby, spoke in support of the rezoning application. Mr. Lee
shared the Society’s support stating that they are looking forward to contributing
and being involved in the development of the project.
Peter Grubesic, 302-5051 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby,
spoke in support of the rezoning application and the creation of a master
community.
Dustin Fenske, 1205-3920 Hastings Street,
Burnaby, spoke in support of the rezoning application and shared his excitement
around the master planned community, new shopping opportunities, new restaurants,
recreational fields, access to amenities, and the overall revitalization of the
Lougheed area.
Vesna Troha, 310-3811 Hastings Street,
Burnaby, spoke in support of the rezoning application, highlighting the
convenience of having housing options close to amenities and important social
communal areas.
Steve Harmantny, no address provided, spoke
in opposition to the rezoning application. Mr. Harmantny expressed his concerns
regarding the gentrification of the community, the unaffordability of the
proposed housing stock, loss of community, loss of view, general disregard for
the existing residents of the area, loss of privacy and lack of public
consultation.
Shelley Vellani-Aragon, 6760 Kneale Place,
Burnaby, spoke in support of the rezoning application and is looking forward to
potentially purchasing one of the new units and remaining a Burnaby resident.
Ms. Vellani-Aragon supports the Master Plan because amenities will be easily
accessible and local businesses will reap the benefits of a larger local
population.
Fariman Daryany, 1504-3970 Carrigan Court,
Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the proposed rezoning application. Ms. Daryany
shared her concerns regarding the Master Plan and would like to see an
entertainment/cultural centre considered instead. Ms. Daryana would like to see
more restaurants, local markets and special events as she believes there is a
lack of cultural amenities in the area.
Paul Choi, Unit 303-9940 Lougheed
Highway, Burnaby, stated his concerns regarding the rezoning application. Mr.
Choi would like to see more meeting spaces for non-profit organizations, fire
rescue services, associations, community centres, and encouraged the City to
put less focus on malls and apartment buildings. Mr. Choi requested additional
information on the community amenities planned for the area and any additional green
space.
Ivan Aragon, 6760 Kneale Place,
Burnaby, spoke in support of the rezoning application and highlighted the walkability
and accessibility the Master Plan includes, and the decreased dependency on
cars. Mr. Kneale is interested in purchasing a townhome for his family and
being able to remain a resident of Burnaby.
Bill Zhang, Kin’s Farmers
Market,
206-9855 Austin Road, Burnaby, spoke for a second time, requesting the City
investigate the measures taken to protect and promote local business during the
Guildford Town Centre construction in Surrey.
Kookhwal Sohn, 708 & 3108 - 9888
Cameron Street, Burnaby, spoke in opposition to the rezoning application noting
his concerns regarding the impact of development on existing resident’s views,
loss of quality of life, traffic increases and access to sunlight. Mr. Sohn does
not support high-rise buildings and would prefer low-density alternatives.
Ivan Chiu, 207-615 North Road,
Coquitlam, spoke in opposition to the proposed rezoning application. Mr. Chiu
shared his concerns regarding the loss of existing businesses, lack of public
notification, increased traffic as a result of the population growth and construction
activities. Mr. Chiu requested Council
consider widening
surrounding roads, traffic re-routing and retaining the existing Walmart.
Lotus Chung, 204-3755 Bartlett Court,
Burnaby, spoke for a second time, and requested that Council work with the
developer to provide community amenities for the Asian community.
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MOVED BY Councillor Johnston
SECONDED BY Councillor Calendino
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THAT
this Public Hearing for Rez. #15-23, Bylaw #13568 be terminated.
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CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
MOVED BY COUNCILLOR JOHNSTON
SECONDED BY COUNCILLOR JORDAN
THAT staff report back to
Council on the issues raised by the delegations at the Public Hearing held on
2016 February 23; and
THAT a copy of the report
be sent to the applicant and those who spoke at, or submitted correspondence
to, the Public Hearing for Rezoning Reference # 15-23.
CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
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BURNABY ZONING BYLAW
1965,
AMENDMENT
BYLAW NO. 3, 2016 – BYLAW NO. 13570
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Rez. #15-12
8288 North Fraser Way (Formerly
Portion of 8398 North Fraser Way)
From: CD
Comprehensive Development District (based on M2 General Industrial District
and M5 Light Industrial District)
To: Amended
CD Comprehensive Development District (based on M2 General Industrial
District, M5 Light Industrial District and Burnaby Business Park Concept Plan
as guidelines and in accordance with the development plan entitled “Crescent
Business Centre East Building” prepared by Chip Barrett Architect)
The purpose of the proposed zoning
bylaw amendment is to permit the construction of a multi-tenant industrial
development in accordance with the Burnaby Business Park Concept Plan.
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The Advisory Planning Commission
advised it supports the rezoning application.
No letters were received in response
to the proposed zoning bylaw amendment.
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MOVED BY Councillor Johnston
SECONDED BY Councillor CalenDino
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THAT
this Public Hearing for Rez. #15-12 , Bylaw #13570 be terminated.
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MOVED BY Councillor Mcdonell
SECONDED By Councillor johnston
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That
this Public Hearing do now adjourn.
CARRIED
UNANIMOUSLY
The
Public Hearing adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
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________________________
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Derek
Corrigan
MAYOR
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Kate
O’Connell
DEPUTY
CITY CLERK
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