Update on Infill By-Law

Subject: FW: Update on Infill By-Law
Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2014 02:02:18 +0000
From: CoChair1

This link is a good summary from the Ottawa Citizen of what transpired at Planning Committee on March 25.

http://www.ottawacitizen.com/search/Infill+guidelines+tentative+approval/9660668/story.html

The first 2 attached documents are the CPCA exec motion to support the revised by-law and the presentation given by CoChair1 at the Planning Committee meeting.

The 3rd document is the report by Planning and Growth Management that went to Planning Committee on March 25. The 4th document is the current version of the infill by-law.

Note that the strictest provisions between the original version of the infill by-law (2012) and the comprehensive zoning by-law (2008) are in effect until the revised by-law is reviewed and enacted by the OMB.

CoChair1, will attend a follow-up meeting organized by the Planning and Growth Management Department that includes some community representatives and representatives of the building/development community, to further refine the technical details of the By-law before it goes to City Council for final approval in May.

CoChair1
Co-Chair
Champlain Park Community Association
[Infill Example]

New Infill Zoning By-laws – Meeting March 18

From: CoChair1
Subject: Infill and Powerpoint Presentations
Date: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 03:16:14 +0000

Please see attached a meeting notice and background document, Planning Department’s Powerpoint Presentation and Streetscape Analysis form that demonstrates how the revised infill by-law for mature neighbourhoods proposes to address compatibility in mature neighbourhoods.

The by-law is under review and will go to Planning Committee on March 25, 2014.

Meeting Notice: New Infill Zoning By-laws

Tuesday, March 18, 2014
7:00 p.m.
Churchill Seniors Centre, 345 Richmond Road

Guest: Alain Miguelez
City of Ottawa Planning and Growth Management Department

Hosted by: Westboro Beach Community Association. WBCA have invited Champlain Park and other communities to attend. We will not have a separate meeting, so this is your opportunity to find out more.

Background:

Our neighbourhood, and other established neighbourhoods, have long complained about the lack of compatibility of new infill homes in mature neighbourhoods. The City has listened and over the past couple of years has undertaken to study infill, and to make changes to infill zoning by-laws.

The by-law that came into effect in May 2012 was appealed by the development industry, and a revised version is being presented to Planning Committee on March 25.

During the past months, Alain Miguelez, (Program Manager, Zoning, Intensification and Neighbourhoods, City of Ottawa) has provided numerous opportunities for communities and builders to work together with the Planning Department with the common goals of discussing, testing and improving the by-law provisions. CPCA Co-Chairs Heather Pearl and CoChair1 have participated in these consultations.

Heather and CoChair1 have also been part of a Federation of Citizens’ Association multi-community working group which provided feedback to Alain’s team. We have also communicated Champlain Park’s specific concerns and questions. Our focus has been on improving by-law provisions that help to preserve the greenspace and trees that are characteristic of our community.

The new zoning by-law will apply to all new home construction and to existing properties. They will apply to YOU if you plan renovations or additions to your home and will affect you as new infill continues to be built in our community.

Meeting Notice Infill I Alain Miguelez March 18 2014.pdf

STREETSCAPE CHARACTER ANALYSIS form v.03.pdf

Powerpoint Alain Feb 2014 Summary of Infill By-law to OSCA doc 4.pdf

Review of Provincial Policy Statements by FCA

Subject: FCA PPS Review Comparison of 2005-2012-2014 Versions
Date: Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:03:24 -0500 (EST)
From: Pearhea@aol.com

The Federation of Citizens Associations (FCA) has developed this table comparing the 2005 Provincial Policy Statement (PPS), the proposed revisions from 2012, and the final 2014 version which will replace the 2005 version on April 30, 2014.

The PPS is the statement of the government’s policies on land use planning. It applies province-wide and provides clear policy direction on land use planning to promote strong communities, a strong economy, and a clean and healthy environment.
Municipalities use the PPS to develop their official plans and to guide and inform decisions on other planning matters.
The PPS is issued under section 3 of the Planning Act and all decisions affecting land use planning matters “shall be consistent with” the Provincial Policy Statement.

More information on the PPS is available at: http://www.mah.gov.on.ca/Page215.aspx

Thank you,
Heather

From: sjperry@sympatico.ca
To: faithblacquiere@rogers.com
CC: […]
Sent: 27/02/2014 12:33:47 P.M. Eastern Standard Time
Subj: RE: FCA PPS Review Comparison of 2005-2012-2014 Versions

Dear Faith:
Thank you very much for your outstanding work on this!
The chronology and comparisons are very helpful for all involved with planning issues.
I am forwarding this to Bob for our website and distribution to our CA’s for more discussion.
Again thanks!
Sheila Perry,
FCA Planning and Zoning Committee

From: faithblacquiere@rogers.com
To: sjperry@sympatico.ca
CC: […]
Subject: FCA PPS Review Comparison of 2005-2012-2014 Versions
Date: Wed, 26 Feb 2014 22:21:31 -0500

Sheila

I have updated my table which previously contained the 2005 and 2012 PPS versions by adding the 2014 version which was released this week. I have matched the text and identified where the changes were made to make it easier for anyone who wants to see the differences. There are a few spots where the matching was little difficult.

One disturbing thing that the Ministry did was to add the energy distribution and transmission systems in after the 2012 Draft was released. They have also removed institutions from the employment classification. They have changed “seniors” to “older persons” but have no definition for the latter. It is too bad it has been approved, as it could have done with another round of comments, particularly when they introduced new content.

Please feel free to post this on websites or distribute it to anyone else who may be interested in making the comparison

Faith

PPS-Comparison-of-2005-2012-2014-Versions-by-Faith-Blacquiere-20140226.pdf

Fieldhouse Oak and Historical Timeline Installation Follow-up

On December 21st 2013, we had the unveiling of two city of Ottawa sponsored monuments at the fieldhouse. The unveiling was attended by numerous residents, Cowley family members, councillor Katherine Hobbs and MPP Yasir Naqvi.

Just to follow up on the unveiling event (see previous post), we have a few photos, videos and articles to mention.

The Champlain Oaks web site has several articles on the production of the oak tree slice, and a little write-up about the event. They also point out a larger article that describes the event and background story by Steph Willems and published by Ottawa Community News.

A slice of an oak tree cut down for house development was preserved and the rings labelled with key dates. It’s now on display outside the fieldhouse in a custom case, with the addition of two new park benches you can sit on while admiring it.

Inside the fieldhouse, the timeline of neighbourhood history (enhanced with photos and museum grade professional text in both languages) was mounted on the wall.

Here are some of the people responsible for getting it done (see Katherine Hobb’s full speech for the full list), from left to right: Mark and Brian (builders), Katherine Hobbs (city councillor), Yasir Naqvi (MPP), Daniel Buckles and Debra Huron (community organizers).

We also have videos of the unveiling:

Higher quality version: 20131221-tree-unveiling.mp4

Higher quality version: 20131221-timeline-unveiling.mp4

You can also view the whole ceremony and speeches in 20131221-tree-whole.mp4 and 20131221-timeline-whole.mp4 Sorry about the clattering noise, due to a camera microphone malfunction. A high definition 720p version exists, but was too big to post here.

Reminder – 244 Carleton Development Proposal – January 20

Just a reminder that the meeting is this Monday, 8pm at the fieldhouse. See the previous post for details.

[Meeting Notice PDF for 244 Carleton Proposal]

244 Carleton Development Proposal – January 20

Brent Kelly – Design Manager from Ottawa General Contractors invites Champlain Park residents to view and discuss their proposal to build a semi-detached house at 244 Carleton Avenue.

Location: Champlain Park Field House
Date: Monday, Jan 20th 2014
Time: 8:00 PM

Members of the Champlain Park Community Association Executive will attend this meeting.

Agenda:

Presentation of the design
Question and Answer
Discussion

Champlain Park Community Association Contacts:

Heather Pearl 613-725-1522 hpearl2012@gmail.com
CoChair1 champlainpark@gmail.com
Duncan Bury 613-729-0499 la.db@sympatico.ca

244 Carleton Proposal Plans 8Jan2014.pdf

Don’t miss the unveiling of indoor and outdoor installations at fieldhouse

Please mark your calendars for an exciting community event
When : Saturday Dec. 21, 2013
Time: 11 a.m. to Noon
Where: Champlain Park Fieldhouse

Plan to be part of the unveiling of two installations that celebrate the links between trees and people in Champlain Park.

All are welcome!

City Councillor, Katherine Hobbs will be on hand to unveil an outdoor installation and an indoor display.

Family fun! Hot drinks and food! Art projects!
Put yourself on a timeline of residents in the ‘hood!

See the attached PDF poster and spread the word.

Sponsors: Champlain Oaks Project http://www.champlainoaks.com/
and Champlain Park Community Association (CPCA)

153 Carleton Development Proposal – November 11th Meeting

This matter continues on from the September 11th meeting.

From: CoChair1
CC: hpearl2012@gmail.com; la.db@sympatico.ca; jonathan.chaplan@sympatico.ca
Subject: 153 Carleton Development Proposal
Date: Wed, 6 Nov 2013 02:22:31 +0000

The owner has requested a meeting with the neighbours. There was a previous community meeting with the architect, who presented the proposal.

Date of next meeting: Monday November 11
Time: 8 PM
Place: Champlain Park Fieldhouse, corner of Cowley and Clearview (in the park)

Attached is the Committee of Adjustment Notice and an image of the proposed semi-detached on a 47 X 100 foot lot (permission given to us by architect to distribute). Full plans available from architect.

The hearing is November 20 at 1 PM. Details are in the notice re: meeting times and where to send letters.

We will write a letter and make a 5 minute presentation at the hearing. We will provide you with a copy when it is written.

We encourage the neighbours to participate.

How you can participate:

Write a letter to the Committee of Adjustment to indicate your position. Letters are due 5 days before the hearing. We would appreciate it if you could e-mail a copy of your letter to us.
Attend the hearing. It’s important to have some neighbours there to respond to questions from the panel members and also to indicate that there is interest in the community. We would appreciate it if you could let us know if you plan to attend.

CPCA contact information: CoChair1 champlainpark@gmail.com
Other development committee members listed in the cc. line.
Blind cc’d to neighbours and property owner of 153 Carleton

COA Notice 153 Carleton.pdf

153 Carleton Image for Meeting Notice.jpeg
153-carleton-image-for-meeting-notice.pdf

231 Carleton Avenue Development Meeting

Champlain Park Community Association invites Champlain Park residents to view and discuss the redevelopment proposal for this property.

Location:	Champlain Park Field House
Date:	Monday, October 28, 2013
Time:	8:00 P.M.

Rosaline Hill Architect will present the project and be there to answer any questions the community may have.

Members of the Champlain Park Community Association Executive will attend this meeting.

CPCA Contact:
CoChair1 champlainpark@gmail.com

Champlain Park’s AGM this Thursday – 2013

Just a reminder that the Champlain Park Community Association (CPCA) annual general meeting will be this Thursday, October 17, 2013 at 7:30 pm in the Champlain Park Fieldhouse. More details (including the agenda) are in the previous post and they’re also listed in the paper flyer (available as a PDF file) that was posted around the neighbourhood.

Treasurer Position Vacant. Volunteer Urgently Needed.

Description:

Executive position.
No Book-keeping required, as we have a volunteer who does the day to day banking, cheque-writing and journal entries.
Interface between book-keeper and executive when large expenditures are required and for financial planning (of a simple nature).
Preparation of Financial Report for AGM. We have a retired accountant to advise us.
Accounting skills helpful but not required.
Experience with Excel spreadsheets.

Lists of Other Positions

Volunteers have put their names forward for all positions except Treasurer.

However, all positions can be contested. Most positions can also be shared as there is always plenty to do. All committees welcome new members. We also have an executive position called “Member at Large”. This allows people to be on the executive without a specific “portfolio” and to contribute in a variety of ways as per your interests.

Contact for info or to be added to the slate of volunteers/exec:
CoChair1 champlainpark@gmail.com
Secretary1, Business Co-Ordinator Secretary1

Executive Officers

Executive Responsibilities: governance, administration (incorporation reports, forms, insurance etc.), minutes, generating income, financial reporting, risk management, organization of meetings, liaison with committees and volunteers.

Note that CPCA executive members and volunteers are protected by Liability and Directors & Officers insurance while acting in recognized CPCA roles.

Co-chair
Vice-chair
Fieldhouse Coordinator
Secretary
Treasurer – Urgently Needed
Environmental Co-Ordinator
Communications Co-Ordinator
Development Committee Chair
General Business Co-Ordinator
Member(s) at Large

Volunteers

Financial and Business
- Treasurer (exec)
- Book-Keeping
- Financial Report
Communications Committee
- Coordinator (exec)
- Speaker Editor
- Website Updates
- Delivery Chief
Environment Committee
- Coordinator (exec)
- Vice-Coordinator
- Members
Development Committee
- Chair (exec)
- Members
Neighbourhood Watch
- Co-Ordinator
- Block Captains
Membership
- Co-Ordinator
- Canvassers
Neighbourhood Clean-up
- Coordinators
- Volunteers
Social Activities:
- Hallowe’en Party
- Sleigh Ride
- Winterfest