REQUEST FOR DECISION
DATE: June 22, 2020 Report No. EPW-20-014
TO: Laurie Hurst, Chief Administrative Officer
FROM: Jeff Miller, Director of Engineering and Public Works
SUBJECT:
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Boulevard Alteration Permit - 937 Mesher PlaceEnd
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
That Council approve the Boulevard Alteration Permit No. 00044 as outlined in Staff Report No. EPW-20-014, to construct a stairway at 937 Mesher Place with the cost of the stairway replacement and any additional modifications being at the expense of the property owner of 937 Mesher Place.
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RELEVANT POLICY:
Boulevard Maintenance Bylaw, 2015, No. 2860
Council Policy No. E&PW-02 - Guide to Boulevard Modifications
STRATEGIC RELEVANCE:
Excellence in Public Service - Engage, respect, and respond to the needs of our community.
BACKGROUND:
The boulevard in front of 937 and 933 Mesher Place is very large compared to other boulevard sections due to the topography and road layout. There is a significant difference in elevation between the edge of road and the property line of 937 Mesher Place. As well the two lots do not have a clear defined border with the boulevard. This has lead to the assumption from both lots that they have more responsibility and ability to alter the boulevard. In November of 2013, the Township exerted its control of the boulevard by the removal of all plantings and features except driveways.
The November 2013 removal included a stairway that crossed the municipal boulevard to provide pedestrian access from the street to the front door of 937 Mesher Place. The stairway was constructed of concrete tiles, wood and gravel. The concrete tiles and wood (where salvageable) were returned to 937 Mesher Place once removed. This stairway did not have any railings.
The resident at 937 Mesher Place has requested that the stairs be reinstated close to their original location. The resident was directed to produce a design (Attachment No. 1) and generate a cost estimate. I...
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