The site is currently vacant, and we hope to activate the site and provide the community with recreational uses in the interim.

Yes, the previous owners of the property secured a development approval in 2018. Under new ownership, the vision for the property has changed to the current proposal.

Ownership of the site changed, and the new owners of the property are looking to provide more housing on the site. While the proposal has changed, our intention is to fulfill the community benefits secured as part of the previous development approval and look forward to making a meaningful contribution to the area.

An important part of this development is maintaining the retail character along Yonge Street. At street level, the proposal will include retail space, and the podium is designed to align with the design and scale of its neighbours.

Due to the proximity to transit, this development will focus less on providing car parking spaces and more on providing bicycle parking spaces to promote alternative modes of transportation in addition to nearby rapid transit access.

Yes. We are early in the design process, but will be exploring ways to improve the safety through new paving and lighting, as well as the opportunity to enliven the space with a mural.

During the review process, City Staff will provide comments on the application. If approved, we anticipate the planning process will take approximately 18-24 months. No construction would take place before all necessary approvals are received.

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