Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Sumon Acharjee’s organization
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Heritage Markham Committee Committee Minutes
The committee discussed and approved several heritage permit and building applications. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the proposed demolition of the Patrick Cooney House, with the committee recommending against demolition and requesting a long-term asset management strategy for city-owned heritage properties. Additionally, the committee supported an increase in the grant amount for cedar shingle roof replacements in the Markham Heritage Estates, discussed the impending January 2027 deadline for designating heritage properties, reviewed a road widening project, and received information regarding the upcoming Doors Open Markham 2026 event. A confidential session was held regarding an Ontario Land Tribunal appeal.
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The committee discussed several heritage permit applications, including an after-the-fact application for unauthorized alterations at 5 Euclid Street and a demolition permit for an accessory building at 288 Main Street North. They also reviewed consent items related to delegated staff approvals for various minor heritage permits, committee of adjustment applications, a major heritage permit for a rear addition at 35 Jerman Street, and a heritage easement agreement. Furthermore, the committee considered a plan of subdivision application at 7960 Reesor Road, noting concerns about integrating the David Reesor House into an industrial park development.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Development Services Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee reviewed and approved recommendations for official plan and zoning by-law amendments for townhouse and mixed-use high-rise developments. A new framework was established for city-wide soft development charge deferrals for long-term rental housing. Additionally, the committee discussed a motion regarding parking restrictions on Kirkham Drive and resolved to review the issue for a future meeting. The meeting concluded with a confidential session to discuss software licensing renewals and pending litigation.
Jul 7, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Development Services Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed modifications to the heritage register system and approved heritage property grants. It reviewed and adopted an update to the affordable and rental housing strategy. A development application for a mixed-use building on Yonge Street was referred back to staff. The committee addressed inquiries regarding infill development standards and Committee of Adjustment applications. It approved a draft plan of subdivision for development on Highway 48 and authorized business travel for representatives to attend international conferences in China.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
