King-Spadina Heritage Conservation District Study Community Consultation Meeting No.1 June 25 th, 2013
Welcome Thank you for attending the first community meeting for the King-Spadina Heritage Conservation District Study. This meeting is intended to provide community members with information about the Study, including its purpose, its scope, the Study process and timelines. This meeting is also an opportunity to hear your views on the features and places in the Study area that are most interesting and important to you. 01 / Heritage Property 02 / Employment Uses in Converted Warehouse 03 / Heritage Building Streetscape 04 / Architectural Detail
Tonight s Agenda 7:00 p.m. Open House 7:30 p.m. Welcome and Study Overview The Councillor and HPS Staff will provide an overview of the study. 7:45 p.m. Process and Context The HPS Staff and Consultants will introduce the Study process, the area and the work completed to date. 8:00 p.m. Questions 8:15 p.m. Round Table Discussion 8:45 p.m. Reporting and Next Steps A facilitated discussion of the results of the Round Table. For more information please contact: Scott Barrett Senior Coordinator Heritage Preservation Services City of Toronto sbarret3@toronto.ca 416-338-1079 Lauren Archer Preservation Officer Heritage Preservation Services City of Toronto larcher@toronto.ca 416-392-2653
Introduction by Scott Barrett, Senior Coordinator, Heritage Preservation Services What is an HCD? Why Designate HCDs? Legislation and Policy How HCDs Work?
What is an HCD? HCDs recognize and protect historic neighbourhoods. They guide / manage change within them, so as to maintain their heritage value and character. They are enclosed by a defined boundary, and are designated by By-law of City Council. The By-law is registered on the title of each property. An HCD Study and Plan are prepared by heritage professionals, planners, urban designers and archaeologists.
Why Designate HCDs? We believe that our historic neighbourhoods and areas are unique and special places that should be protected and maintained. We value the sense of place that is evident in the character of our historic neighbourhoods. We want to maintain and improve the condition, context and surroundings of our neighbourhoods based on existing historic character. We believe that a strong understanding of, and regard for, the historic significance of these areas helps us to build better communities.
Legislation and Policy Ontario Heritage Act (2005) HCDs are protected by City Council under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA). The OHA sets out the provisions for studying, planning and designating HCDs. The OHA also regulates permits for alterations and demolition within an HCD.
Legislation and Policy Heritage Conservation Districts in Toronto: Procedures, Policies and Terms of Reference Adopted by Council in 2012. Available on the Heritage Preservation Services website. Describes all procedures, policies and guidelines of the City of Toronto for HCD Studies and Plans such as: - Community involvement - Nomination process, nomination forms. - Built Heritage and Landscape Survey Form for community volunteers
How HCDs Work HCDs help to manage change in districts by: Providing policy and guidelines for how to conserve and/or appropriately adapt contributing resources Providing policy and guidance on how to build new structures in the district that fit in and reinforce the heritage character of the area, but are reflective of their own time Changes are managed through application and granting of special permits under the OHA for HCDs. These permits are issued by Council and staff.
How HCDs Work Providing policy and guidelines for how to conserve and appropriately adapt contributing resources. Providing policy and guidance on how to build new buildings. Every property within the HCD boundary is designated under the OHA. Properties are either identified as contributing or noncontributing. Every HCD has a unique plan written that defines how the area is to be managed. The HCD plan will also identify the properties in the boundary as contributing or non-contributing to the heritage value, character, and integrity of the district.
Steps for an HCD NOMINATE Nomination form is submitted for consideration. Staff report to City Council. Council may authorize the area for study. STUDY Document the study area resources and history. Evaluate the cultural heritage value of the area. Identify objectives for a plan and any conflicts with other By-laws. PLAN Write policies and guidelines for the conservation and infill of properties in the district. Council adopts plan and designates HCD by By-law.
King-Spadina HCD Study to Date 2005: Ontario Heritage Act is revised giving new powers to Council for stronger HCDs. 2009: New HCD Studies are suspended to develop new policy framework. March 2012: City Council adopts HCDs in Toronto and directs staff to develop a prioritization system. October 2012: King-Spadina is authorized for Study and made a high priority by City Council. April 2013: Taylor Hazell Architects is retained to undertake the HCD Study for King-Spadina. April 2014: Completed study will be submitted to City and potential HCD Plan(s) begun.
Consultant Team City of Toronto, Preservation Services Scott Barrett, Sr. Coordinator Lauren Archer, Preservation Officer Taylor Hazell Architects Ltd. Jill Taylor, Principal Ellen Kowalchuk, Manager Heritage Planning Megan Hobson, Architectural Historian Archaeological Services Inc. Dave Robertson, Archaeologist Mary-Cate Garden, Historian / Cultural Landscape Specialist Urban Strategies Melanie Hare, Principal Josh Neubauer, Planning Consultant
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King-Spadina Study Area Boundaries
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King-Spadina Study Area: An Evolving and Dynamic Context Development Interest in the King-Spadina HCD Study Area Commercial 5 applications (2 approved, 3 pending) Total of 5 buildings Proposed heights range from 1 43 storeys (average 22 storeys) Total proposed Gross Floor Area of 8,188 m 2 Residential 28 applications (14 approved, 14 pending) Total of 28 proposed buildings Proposed heights range from 10 86 storeys (average 34 storeys) 12,272 total proposed residential units [Note: Total proposed GFA is for commercial applications only and does not include commercial floor space in residential proposals]
King-Spadina Study Area Planning Context many recent and ongoing studies, creating an important foundation and policy direction for portions of the study area; - King-Spadina Secondary Plan - Reinvestment Area (RA) Zoning in Toronto Zoning By-Law No. 438-86 - Toronto Urban Design Guidelines, King-Spadina - King-Spadina Community Improvement Plan (CIP) - East Precinct Built Form Study the key question for this process is whether there is sufficient policy direction to address and guide development in terms of the heritage character within King/Spadina the HCD study will be reviewing and providing recommendations in this regard
King-Spadina HCD Study Outcomes When this HCD Study is complete, it will be presented to staff and the Toronto Preservation Board. If the Study recommendations are approved, a decision may be made by the Board to ask Preservation Services to proceed with a Plan for one, or multiple HCD Areas. The Plan, once complete, would be reviewed by the Toronto Preservation Board, then Community Council and will be voted on by City Council in order to complete the process of the HCD coming into force. The HCD Study concludes with recommendations about: Whether the Study area has cultural heritage value that warrants designation as a HCD under the Ontario Heritage Act. The proposed boundaries of the HCD Plan(s): in some cases, the boundary of the proposed HCD may be different from the boundaries of the Study area. Additional heritage protection measures or planning tools that are appropriate for conservation of the HCD s, cultural heritage values, character and attributes. 01 & 02 / City and consulting staff tour the study area 03 / Map of HCD Study Area
WORK TO DATE
King-Spadina HCD Study Process Research and Analysis of Thematic History Identification of Archaeological Potential Built Form and Landscape Survey Community Consultation TODAY Stakeholder Meetings Evaluation using City of Toronto Criteria for Cultural Heritage Value Statement of District Significance Recommendations Community Consultation Study Submission of Study to City
Thematic History Research is being carried out in order to understand the historical development of the King-Spadina HCD Study area. This research takes a thematic approach to lead us to an understanding of historical agents, events and processes that have shaped the Study area. A chronology of changes that have led to the modern built fabric and landscape that define the Study area will be identified. Themes to Date: The Natural Landscape Aboriginal Occupation Founding the Town of York and the Military Reserve The Dissolution of the Military Reserve and Visions of Development The First Wave of Residential Development Initial Industrial Developments Institutional Uses Residential and Industrial Intensification Industrial Decline and Change and Shrinking Residential Areas Adaptive Reuse Cultural Employment, Creative Industries and the Entertainment District New and Emerging Residential Neighbourhoods 01 / Map 1818 02 / Map 1842 03 / Map 1923
Thematic History Residential Development 2 1/2 storey terraced housing Blocks developed in their entirety Second Empire and Bay and Gable styles predominate Industrial Intensification Commercial functions increase Some 19 th century buildings remain Larger scale warehouse buildings Industrial Decline Manufacturing industry which drove Toronto s growth falls into decline Adaptive Reuse, Creative Industries Warehouse buildings converted to use for high-tech, arts and entertainment industries Flexibility of space in converted buildings suited to small firms
Archaeology While usually out of view, archaeological sites are important to the heritage value of any HCD. The buried artifacts and features that make up archaeological sites reveal much about the past lives and experiences which have helped shape our surroundings. The King-Spadina HCD Study will consider the distribution of archaeological potential and Archaeologically Sensitive Areas (ASAs) as part of the study process. 01 / Toronto General Hospital Due to the recent pace of development, the King-Spadina HCD Study area is one in which a particularly large number of archaeological assessments and investigations have already been carried out, making it an area in which archaeology is particularly well-suited to enrich the HCD Study. For example, investigations of nineteenthcentury housing associated with the area s first wave of development during the 1830s and 1840s have revealed insights into the evolving character of the residents and their social and built environments. The excavation of large portions of the 1819-1862 Toronto General Hospital, which formerly occupied the entire block bounded by King, John, Adelaide and Peter streets has uncovered a great deal of information related to nineteenthcentury health care. This work has also served as a demonstration of the constant, and frequently profound, changes that have occurred in the neighbourhood and which in many ways have defined it. 02 / Bishop s Block site house foundation 03 / Bishop s Block artifacts 03 / Bishop s Block artifacts
Documenting Resources The consulting team conducted a field survey of every property in the Study area (490 properties) and prepared a data base of resources. On each property survey form, the team recorded information such as date of construction and architectural style; a description of physical characteristics of the property and its surroundings was also recorded. The team will use their findings in an evaluation of the properties, and will identify those that contribute to the heritage value of the area. The survey forms may also be used by the City, community groups and planners in future projects that require information about the location, history, architecture and context of a property. The City will also use the surveys as an important monitoring tool. Example of a completed Built Form and Landscape Survey Form: Standard City templates were used. 490 Properties 66 Listed 37 Designated
Property Information
Architectural Information
Landscape/Streetscape
Context and Setting, Additional Information, and Recorder Information
Next Steps - Evaluation
What types of words have been used in the past by the community to describe the King-Spadina Area? Vibrant Creative industries Business services International attractions Talented people Quality of life Urban fabric Manufacturing history Entertainment Theatre District Media production business needs flexible space Flexible space Parks and open space are key Intensification and development Reinvestment Area Towers everywhere Construction on every corner Relics of industrial past should remain key to character Recognizable landmarks Layers of history and experience Concentration of brick and beam structures Warehouse District Conflict between old and new Diversity of uses Unpredictable growth Public realm enhancement Different but complementary areas Cultural corridor Cultural economy
Criteria Ontario Heritage Act Reg 09-06 Design Value/ Physical Value The property has design value or physical value because it, i. is a rare, unique, representative or early example of a style, type, expression, material or construction method, ii. displays a high degree of craftsmanship or artistic merit, or iii. demonstrates a high degree of technical or scientific achievement.
Criteria Historic Value/ Associative Value The property has historical value or associative value because it, i. has direct associations with a theme, event, belief, person, activity, organization or institution that is significant to a community, ii. yields, or has the potential to yield, information that contributes to an understanding of a community or culture, or iii. demonstrates or reflects the work or ideas of an architect, artist, builder, designer or theorist who is significant to a community.
Social or Community Value? We need your input. The property has contextual value because it, i. is important in defining, maintaining or supporting the character of an area, ii. is physically, functionally, visually or historically linked to its surroundings, or iii. is a landmark. O. Reg. 9/06, s. 1 (2).
What s Important to You? Please use this map to tell us which features or places in the Study area are of most interest or importance to you. Circle or trace specific places, features or general areas, and write a little bit below to describe why. As you complete this exercise, please give particular consideration to: Streetscapes and vistas Buildings, groups of buildings, and individual features History and Culture The character of the area
Part IV and Part V Protection Individual Buildings Designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act Individual Buildings Listed on the City Register Designation of an Heritage Conservation District Area by By-law under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act Multiple properties Multiple property owners Built form and landscape Thematic connections constituting an identifiable area from a cultural heritage perspective
Study and Plan Approvals
Heritage Permit Application Process Step 1 - Applicant meets with staff Step 2 - Complete Heritage Permit Application Step 3 - Staff Review Complies with guidelines Permit Issued (Building & Heritage) OR Does not comply with guidelines Community Council City Council Appeal if Necessary
Exemption for Maintenance and Repair By-law 1005-2001 Using same materials Minor in nature Alteration not visible from street No separate permit Building permit is the heritage permit COUNCIL RETAINS RIGHT OF APPROVAL FOR DEMOLITION OR WORK NOT CONFORMING