Committee Of Adjustment February 19, 2026 Meeting

City Council Meeting Summary

The Richmond Hill council reviewed several development applications, including a minor variance for a detached garage at 11650 Leslie Street and variances for 55 Penwick Crescent, with public input and drainage considerations playing a significant role. Key decisions included a 3-2 approval on the Leslie Street variance and a 4-1 approval on the Penwick Crescent proposal, along with routine adoption of minutes and confirmation of no conflicts of interest.

Five Most Important Topics Discussed

1) MV-25-000062: 11650 Leslie Street – Minor Variance - The council considered a minor variance to permit a detached garage. The discussion included presentation of land context and staff recommendations. Final outcome shown in the meeting materials: the motion to approve the minor variance was approved, with a 3-2 vote. Direct quote from the session notes: “Moved by Mr. Detsy, seconded by Mr. Gossi. All in favor unanimously. Uh, wait. Okay. it's approved against Miss Payne. Okay. And so we had Sorry, two against three.” - File/bylaw reference: MV-25-000062 (also connected to Committee of Adjustment MV250062 in related materials).

2) MV250054 / MV-25-0054: 55 Penwick Crescent – Variances and Drainage - Residents and the applicant discussed variances for the dwelling addition/extension and associated drainage considerations. Public input included Judy Paul’s detailed drainage concerns and reference to By-law 39-71. The planning discussion emphasized ensuring drainage, lot coverage, and landscaping compliance. Public input: “Does anyone in the audience wish to address this application located at 55 Penwick Crescent? … Any other comments from anyone present today? Seeing none...” and Judy Paul’s written submission on drainage concerns. - Key guidance cited: “Under bylaw 39-71 regarding lot coverage, one of the intents is to maintain adequate open space for landscaping and storm water management.” - Final outcome in the provided motion section: the motion to approve MV-25-0054 (55 Penwick Crescent) was reported as passed with a 4-1 vote in one part of the materials, subject to terms and conditions in the staff report, though another section notes the decision as pending in transcripts. File numbers associated: MV250054 (and referenced as MV-25-0054 in some sections).

3) Public Input Procedures and Participation - The meeting reiterated how residents could participate, including approaching the podium one at a time, stating full name and address, and addressing comments through the chair. Deputation forms were available to provide contact details and opt in for application notifications. Notable in the public-input section for 55 Penwick Crescent: Judy Paul provided written comments and spoke to drainage concerns, illustrating how resident input can influence the discussion and decisions.

4) Site Alteration Permits and Pre-application Context (Related discussion around 11650 Leslie Street) - Presentations described the site alteration permit process and its relationship to subsequent variances, emphasizing that the proposal had undergone multiple reviews (engineering, operations, parks) before/alongside the variance application. Representative statements highlighted adherence to planning act provisions and site-specific considerations, including potential impacts on surrounding land use.

5) Administrative Motions and Procedural Outcomes - Separate motions covered bylaw/ethics and procedural matters, including confirmation of no conflicts of interest and no adjournment requests. Examples from the materials: - Conflicts of Interest: “Confirmation of no conflicts of interest among committee members.” Outcome: Passed. - Requests for Adjournments: “Confirmation of no requests for adjournments.” Outcome: Passed. - Adoption of Minutes: “I'd like to make a motion to accept the minutes of the meeting on January 29th, 2026.” Outcome: Passed unanimously. - Adjournment: Noted as part of meeting wrap-up in some sections.

Opportunities for Public Input

• Public deputation forms were available at the podium; attendees were asked to provide full names and addresses and to indicate if they wished to receive notifications about specific applications. The chair directed comment through the chair, and individuals could address the application in question during deputations. For 55 Penwick Crescent, Judy Paul submitted written material and spoke to drainage concerns.
• If residents want further involvement, they can submit deputations via the standard forms and watch for notices or staff reports related to the applications.

Motions: Passed, Rejected, or Deferred (Titles and Outcomes)

• MV-25-000062: 11650 Leslie Street (Minor Variance)

  • Outcome: Passed (3 in favor, 2 against). Title: Approval of the minor variance for the construction of a detached garage.

• MV250054 / MV-25-0054: 55 Penwick Crescent (Additions/Variances)

  • Outcome: Reported as Passed with 4 in favor, 1 against in one section; another section notes pending outcomes. Title: Approval of the application for variances at 55 Penwick Crescent, subject to terms in the staff report.

• Conflicts of Interest

  • Outcome: Passed (no conflicts declared).

• Requests for Adjournments

  • Outcome: Passed (no adjournments requested).

• Adoption of Minutes (January 29, 2026)

  • Outcome: Passed unanimously.

• Adjournment

  • Outcome: Adjournment of the meeting.

Councillors Present

• Mr. Chair
• Miss Payne
• Mr. Detsy
• Mr. Gossi
• Miss Kalbus
• Miss Bane
• Mr. Dretzy

Notes: - Several items reference similar addresses with slightly different spellings (e.g., Penwick, Penwood, Penway). The materials consistently connect 11650 Leslie Street to MV-25-000062 and MV250062, and 55 Penwick Crescent to MV250054 / MV-25-0054. - Quotes are drawn from the provided transcripts and summaries to illustrate key points and public comments.