Just noticed that the Tribunal has posted a decision on this one, last December. CASE NO(S).: PL171230 Approved following 'discussions' .....
[10] Although the proposal currently before the Tribunal still contemplates a 17-storey mixed use building with 16 two-bedroom plus den units, Mr. Ferancik explained that an number of important changes have been made which, in his view, appropriately respond to the City’s concerns with the original proposal. The most important of these changes is the retention and reuse of the first story of the former stables at 65 George Street. In Mr. Ferancik’s opinion, the heritage wall and archway at 65 George Street has been artfully integrated into this development in a truly unique way, enhancing the visual appearance of the street corner and allowing for the building to be safely accessed “in an old-world way” by both vehicles and pedestrians.
[21] The Tribunal is satisfied that the proposal is an appropriate form of infill intensification on an underutilized site, which makes efficient use of land and transit. It sensitively balances heritage protection with new development and will assist in the fulfillment of provincial and municipal policies which speak to providing an appropriate range and mix of housing by providing large, family-sized residential units in the downtown area.
[23] The Tribunal will withhold the Final Order pending written confirmation from the Parties that: a. the proposed zoning by-law amendments are in a form satisfactory to the Parties; b. the owner has provided a satisfactory Functional Servicing Report and resolved any remaining engineering issues, to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the General Manager, Toronto Water; c. in the event it is determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development as may be identified in the accepted Functional Servicing Report, the owner has entered into an agreement or has otherwise secured the design, construction, and provided financial securities for such upgrades to the existing municipal infrastructure to the satisfaction of the Chief Engineer and Executive Director, Engineering and Construction Services and the General Manager, Toronto Water; d. the owner has entered into an agreement under Section 37 of the Planning Act to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and the Chief Planning and Executive Director to secure the matters set out in City Council's approval of Item PB26.7 with respect to alterations to 187 King Street East and demolition and reconstruction of 65 George Street; e. the owner has satisfied any and all conditions imposed by City Council.
Yes, I too have no idea what "allowing for the building to be safely accessed “in an old-world way” by both vehicles and pedestrians." means. Perhaps the residents of these very expensive units will have to have horses and carriages and wear cod-pieces and corsets?
