REQUEST FOR DECISION
DATE: July 10, 2023 Report No. DEV-23-044
TO: Dan Horan, Chief Administrative Officer
FROM: Mikaila Montgomery, Planner and Bill Brown, Director of Development
SUBJECT:
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Development Permit - 1126 Greenwood Avenue
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
That Council approve Development Permit No. DP000185 for an accessory building located 1126 Greenwood Avenue.
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RELEVANT POLICY:
Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922
Zoning Bylaw, 1992, No. 2050
Local Government Act
Declaration of Climate Emergency
Parking Bylaw, 1992, No. 2011
Development Application Procedures and Fees Bylaw, 2012, No. 2791
Advisory Planning Commission Bylaw, 2012, No. 2792
Subdivision and Development Control Bylaw, 1997, No. 2175
Green Building Checklist
STRATEGIC RELEVANCE:
Housing
BACKGROUND:
Appendix A: DP000185
Appendix B: Aerial map
Appendix C: Site photos
Appendix D: Drawings
Appendix E: DPA questionnaires
Appendix F: Green building checklist
PURPOSE OF APPLICATION:
The applicant is proposing to build a 51.6m² garage in the rear yard of the subject property.
A development permit is required to ensure that the application is generally consistent with the development permit area guidelines contained within the Esquimalt Official Community Plan Bylaw, 2018, No. 2922. The development permit is required prior to a building permit being issued for the construction of a structure.
Evaluation of this application should focus on issues regarding the form and character of the building, including landscaping, exterior design and finish of the building in relation to the relevant development permit area guidelines. In addition, evaluation should focus on natural environment protection, energy conservation, greenhouse gas reduction, and water conservation in relation to the relevant development permit area guidelines.
CHRONOLOGY:
February 27, 2023 - Application received
May 16, 2023 - Advisory Planning Commission meeting
CONTEXT:
Applicant: Frank John Alexander
Owner: Frank John Alexander
Property Size: 739.07m²
OCP Land Use Designation:
Current: Low density residential
Proposed: Low density residential
Zone: RS-6 Single Family DADU Residential
Existing Land Use: Single Detached Residential
Proposed Land Use: Single Detached Residential
Surrounding Land Uses: Single Detached Residential
OCP ANALYSIS:
The applicant has submitted the Development Permit Area questionnaires for DPA 1, 3, 7, and 8 [Appendix E].
ZONING ANALYSIS:
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Proposed |
RS-6 |
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Height |
2.94m |
3.6m |
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FAR |
0.30 |
0.35 |
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Lot Coverage |
21.2% |
30% |
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Setbacks |
1.52m rear & side |
1.5m rear & side |
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Building separation |
6m |
2.5m |
PARKING ANALYSIS:
Parking requirements are met in the existing dwelling.
COMMENTS FROM OTHER DEPARTMENTS:
Community Safety Services (Building Inspection):
No concerns. Retaining walls and accessory structures may require a separate Building Permit. Subject to review for Building Code and Bylaw compliance at the time of Building Permit application.
Engineering Services:
We have reviewed the plans submitted with the application for a Development Permit at 1126 Greenwood Avenue. The proposed garage will not have an impact on the Engineering aspects of this property. Engineering has no requirements for the DP application.
COMMENTS FROM THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION:
This application was discussed at the regular meeting of the Advisory Planning Commission on May 16, 2023. The commission recommended that Council approve this application because it fits well in the neighbourhood.
ISSUES:
1. Rationale for Selected Option
The applicant has met the relevant design guidelines specified in Development Permit Area(s) 1, 3, 7, and 8. Additionally, the Advisory Planning Commission recommends that Council approve this application.
2. Organizational Implications
There are no organizational implications.
3. Financial Implications
There are no financial implications.
4. Sustainability & Environmental implications
The applicant has completed a green building checklist [Appendix F].
5. Communication & Engagement
There are no communications or engagement requirements for this application.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. That Council approve Development Permit No. DP000185.
2. That Council deny Development Permit No. DP000185 with reasons.