No Objection in Principle,…

No Objection in Principle, subject to transition period.

The Central Pickering Development Plan (CPDP) includes 2031 targets for a population of 61,000 residents, and 35,000 jobs within the community of Seaton (and 70,000 residents and 35,000 jobs through long term intensification).

The above targets have informed the establishment of infrastructure requirements, capital costs and a Phase 1 Regional Front-Ending Agreement (RFEA) with the Seaton Landowners to advance the water, sewer, and Regional road infrastructure required to accommodate development of Phase 1 of Seaton.

A significant portion of the water, sewer and roads capital costs within Seaton were front ended by the Seaton Landowners (approximately $400 million). These costs are to be recovered through development charge credits. A portion of the water and sewer capital costs were upfronted by the Region of Durham (approximately $250 million) and these costs are to be recovered through future development charges to be paid by the Seaton Landowners. If there is a change in the mix or final amount of residential and non-residential development within Seaton, there is risk that the Region of Durham may not fully recover these costs.

It is suggested that additional time be provided before the CPDP is revoked to enable the completion of pending servicing agreements.

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This is staff-level feedback submitted on Bill 23 to the province on behalf of the Region of Durham. Council endorsement of staff-level feedback and recommendations will be sought at the December Regional Council meeting.