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Mar 09
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245-251 MARLEE AVE, 1-7 ROMAR CRES & 16 STAYNER AVE

35 & 37-Storey Mixed-Use Towers Proposed for 245–251 Marlee Ave

By Development Applications

A new application has been submitted for 245–251 Marlee Avenue, 1–7 Romar Crescent and 16 Stayner Avenue, the former home of Chalkers Pub, proposing a significant mixed-use development just steps from Glencairn Station.

245-251 MARLEE AVE, 1-7 ROMAR CRES & 16 STAYNER AVE
245-251 MARLEE AVE, 1-7 ROMAR CRES & 16 STAYNER AVE

The proposal calls for two high-rise residential towers rising 35 and 37 storeys above a shared six-storey podium. With 886 residential units and a total gross floor area of 56,872 square metres, this marks another major addition to the evolving Marlee–Glencairn corridor.

Key Numbers at a Glance

  • 35 & 37 storeys
  • 6-storey shared podium
  • 886 residential units
  • 56,872 sq.m. total GFA
  • 660 sq.m. non-residential GFA
  • Floor Space Index (FSI): 11.08
  • 327 vehicle parking spaces

The Proposal in Detail

Building Height & Massing

The development is organized into two towers rising from a common six-storey base. This podium-and-tower typology has become increasingly common in transit-adjacent areas across Toronto, allowing for greater density while maintaining a defined streetwall condition at grade.

245-251 MARLEE AVE, 1-7 ROMAR CRES & 16 STAYNER AVE

At 35 and 37 storeys, the towers would introduce additional height along Marlee Avenue, contributing to the growing vertical profile of the corridor.

Podium & Street-Level Uses

The shared six-storey podium will anchor the site and provide the transition between tower elements and the surrounding streetscape. Within the podium, approximately 660 square metres of non-residential gross floor area is proposed.

While final tenant details are not yet confirmed, this space is intended to support mixed-use activity at grade — aligning with broader planning objectives that encourage animated street edges and walkable neighbourhood design.

What Does an FSI of 11.08 Mean?

Floor Space Index (FSI) measures the total floor area of a building relative to the size of the lot. An FSI of 11.08 means the total proposed floor area is just over eleven times the area of the site itself.

In practical terms, that level of density is typically associated with sites located near higher-order transit and along designated growth corridors. As Toronto continues to direct development toward transit-accessible locations, projects of this scale are increasingly concentrated in these areas.

245-251 MARLEE AVE, 1-7 ROMAR CRES & 16 STAYNER AVE

Transit & Policy Context

The site is located within walking distance of Glencairn Station on Line 1 (Yonge–University), placing it within a well-connected portion of the city’s rapid transit network.

City planning policy has long encouraged intensification near transit infrastructure. The City’s Tall Building Design Guidelines and Official Plan policies support higher density in areas with strong transit access, particularly along arterial roads like Marlee Avenue.

From a policy standpoint, the proposal reflects this broader shift toward transit-supportive growth patterns.

A Growing Pattern Along Marlee, Romar & Stayner

This application joins a growing list of mid- and high-rise proposals in the immediate area.

In recent years, multiple development applications have been submitted along:

  • Marlee Avenue
  • Romar Crescent
  • Stayner Avenue
  • Viewmount Avenue
  • Park Hill Road

Taken together, these proposals indicate a clear pattern of intensification within walking distance of Glencairn Station and the Eglinton corridor. While each application is evaluated independently, the broader trend is notable: the corridor is gradually transitioning from low-rise and mid-rise forms to taller residential buildings.

Parking & Density Considerations

The proposal includes 327 vehicle parking spaces for 886 residential units.

That ratio reflects a transit-oriented approach to development, where proximity to rapid transit can reduce reliance on private vehicles. As policies continue to prioritize sustainable mobility, parking supply is often calibrated to transit access and projected demand rather than traditional suburban standards.

What Happens Next?

At the Site Plan Control stage, the City reviews detailed design elements such as:

  • Building massing and setbacks
  • Streetscape treatment
  • Servicing and access
  • Landscaping and public realm improvements

This process refines the technical and design aspects of the project before construction can proceed. Timelines vary depending on revisions, agency comments, and approval conditions.

245-251 MARLEE AVE, 1-7 ROMAR CRES & 16 STAYNER AVE

Final Thoughts

The proposal for 245–251 Marlee Avenue represents another substantial addition to the Marlee–Glencairn growth corridor.

With two towers reaching 35 and 37 storeys, nearly 900 residential units, and a mixed-use podium, the scale of development reflects the area’s increasing alignment with transit-oriented intensification policies.

As always, we’ll continue monitoring the application as it moves through the planning process. If you’re buying, selling, or investing near Marlee Avenue, Glencairn Station, or the broader Eglinton West corridor, understanding how new supply may shape the neighbourhood is key. If you’d like to discuss what projects like this could mean for property values or future inventory, feel free to reach out by sending us a message below!

Mar 04
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1410 Eglinton West

43-Storey Tower Proposed for 1410 Eglinton Avenue West

By Development Applications

Eglinton Avenue West continues to evolve — and the latest proposal at 1410 Eglinton Avenue West adds another significant piece to that story.

A rezoning application has been submitted to redevelop the site with a 43-storey mixed-use building featuring a six-storey podium and a residential tower above. With 442 proposed units and a Floor Space Index (FSI) of 24.77, this application represents one of the more substantial intensification proposals along this stretch of the corridor. Let’s take a closer look at what’s being proposed, and what it could mean for Eglinton West.

1410 Eglinton West

Key Numbers at a Glance

  • Height: 43 storeys
  • Podium: 6 storeys
  • Total Gross Floor Area: ~29,622.7 sq. m.
    • ~183.4 sq. m. retail
    • ~29,438.3 sq. m. residential
  • Total Residential Units: 442
  • Net FSI: 24.77
  • Lot Coverage: ~71%
  • Amenity Space: Indoor amenity on Levels 2 and 3
  • Architect: Turner Fleischer

Site Context: A Changing Stretch of Eglinton West

1410 Eglinton Avenue West sits along a corridor that has seen a noticeable shift in planning applications over the past few years. With the Crosstown LRT now operational, sites within walking distance of transit stops are increasingly being positioned for higher-density redevelopment.

This proposal follows a pattern we’ve seen in other recent applications nearby — including towers proposed on Park Hill Road, Marlee Avenue, Stayner Avenue, and Romar Crescent. While each site differs in scale and configuration, the common thread is clear: proximity to higher-order public transit is driving increased height and density.

Eglinton West, in particular, appears to be entering a new phase — transitioning from predominantly mid-rise and low-rise conditions toward a more vertical built form along key nodes.

Built Form Breakdown

The Six-Storey Podium

The proposal features a six-storey podium designed to anchor the building along the street. At grade, the plan includes retail space (approximately 183 square metres) alongside the residential lobby, helping maintain an active frontage along Eglinton Avenue West.

1410 Eglinton West

Indoor amenity space is proposed on the second floor, with additional amenity and residential uses integrated into the third floor. Above that, the podium levels transition fully into residential units before the tower rises above.

The podium form is intended to reinforce the streetwall condition while stepping up to accommodate the tower element.

The Residential Tower

Above the podium, the 43-storey tower contains the majority of the 442 residential units. The tower floorplates appear compact and efficient, organized around a central core layout typical of contemporary high-rise design. With a total residential gross floor area of approximately 29,438 square metres, the project is overwhelmingly residential in nature, with only a modest retail component at grade.

1410 Eglinton West

What Does a 24.77 FSI Mean?

Floor Space Index (FSI) is a measure of density. It represents the ratio of a building’s total gross floor area compared to the size of the lot it sits on.

An FSI of 24.77 means the building contains nearly 25 times the lot area in total floor space. In practical terms, that signals a high-density urban development — the kind typically associated with major transit corridors and designated growth areas.

For comparison, low-rise neighbourhoods often operate at FSIs under 1.0, while mid-rise avenues might range between 3.0 and 6.0. An FSI approaching 25 reflects a significant intensification of land use.

This level of density is increasingly common near rapid transit infrastructure, where planning policy encourages more residents within walking distance of stations.

Transit-Oriented Development Along Eglinton West

The transformation of Eglinton Avenue West is closely tied to long-term transit investment. The Crosstown LRT has reshaped expectations for what this corridor can support in terms of built form and population growth.

Recent proposals along Park Hill Road (48 storeys), Marlee Avenue (26 storeys), Stayner Avenue (37 storeys), and Viewmount and Romar (36 and 39 storeys) reflect a similar trend: taller buildings clustered near transit access.

While each application will undergo detailed review and potential revisions through the rezoning process, the broader direction is consistent. Transit proximity continues to serve as the primary driver of height and density across the corridor.

Unit Count & Density Commentary

With 442 proposed residential units, this development would introduce a meaningful increase in population along Eglinton West.

Given the overall residential gross floor area and tower configuration, the unit mix is likely weighted toward one- and two-bedroom layouts, though final details would be confirmed through subsequent submission materials.

1410 Eglinton West

Amenity space distributed within the podium levels helps support this density internally, though the project remains largely residential in character.

Neighbourhood Implications

A 43-storey building represents a notable addition to the skyline along this stretch of Eglinton West. As additional proposals move forward in the area, a more vertical urban form is gradually emerging.

Retail at grade, increased residential population, and proximity to transit all point toward continued corridor intensification. Whether in its current form or a revised iteration, this application reinforces a broader shift already underway.

Eglinton West is evolving quickly — and projects like this illustrate how significantly the built environment may change over the coming decade.

What Happens Next?

The proposal is currently in the rezoning stage and will be subject to City review, technical studies, and community consultation. As with most applications of this scale, revisions are possible before any final approval. Timelines can vary, but large-scale projects such as this often take several years to progress from initial submission to potential construction.

Final Thoughts

The 43-storey proposal at 1410 Eglinton Avenue West is another clear signal of where this corridor is heading. With high-density development clustering near transit and multiple tall-building applications in motion, Eglinton West is steadily transitioning into a more vertical, transit-oriented urban environment.

For homeowners, investors, and future buyers, understanding what’s proposed — not just what’s built — is becoming increasingly important along this stretch of the city.

Thinking About Buying or Selling Along Eglinton West?

As new development continues to reshape the corridor, future supply, transit access, and neighbourhood change can all influence property values. If you’re considering buying or selling in the area and want to understand how upcoming projects may impact your decision, feel free to reach out for a conversation by sending us a message below!

Jan 21
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1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W

What’s Being Proposed at 1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W?

By Development Applications

The development proposal at 1711–1741 Eglinton Avenue West sits on the south side of Eglinton, between Northcliffe Boulevard and Glenholme Avenue, on the northern border of Oakwood Village. Today, the site is occupied by a low-rise commercial strip plaza with ground-floor retail and a small number of residential rental units above. In planning terms, however, this property has become strategically important.

It is immediately east of the approved redevelopment at 1675–1685 Eglinton Avenue West, west of the Maria A. Shchuka Library, and within walking distance of the future Fairbank Eglinton Crosstown LRT station near Dufferin Street. City Planning has been reviewing these sites together, not as isolated proposals, but as part of a coordinated stretch of redevelopment along Eglinton West where land use, height transitions, access, and public realm improvements are intended to work as a system rather than parcel by parcel.

What’s Being Proposed at 1711–1741 Eglinton Avenue West

The approved application permits a 39-storey mixed-use building rising to 129.5 metres (excluding the mechanical penthouse). The building would contain a total gross floor area of approximately 26,800 square metres, translating to a density of about 12.8 times the area of the site.

From a planning perspective, this represents a significant increase over what is currently permitted under zoning, which capped the site at roughly eight storeys. That increase in scale is the reason both an Official Plan Amendment and a Zoning By-law Amendment were required.

1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W
1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W

Residential Breakdown

The proposal includes 427 residential units, with a unit mix designed to meet the City’s family-housing and complete-community objectives. The breakdown consists of studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units, with approximately 28 per cent of the suites having two or more bedrooms.

Included in the total are eight three-bedroom rental replacement units. These units are intended to replace existing rental housing currently on the site and are addressed through a separate Rental Housing Demolition and Replacement application, which runs parallel to—but distinct from—the zoning and Official Plan approvals.

1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W
1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W

The Ground Floor — Retail, Community Space, and the Public Realm

Retail and Community Space

At grade, the building is designed to remain active and publicly oriented. The proposal includes a modest amount of commercial-retail space along Eglinton Avenue West, maintaining a retail presence on the street rather than turning inward or becoming residential-only.

In addition, the applicant has proposed an approximately 363-square-metre indoor and outdoor community space at the northwest corner of the site, adjacent to the library. This space is being considered by the City as an in-kind Community Benefits Charge contribution. Its configuration allows it to function as an affordable commercial or community-oriented space, with a connected outdoor patio area that directly engages the sidewalk.

City staff have viewed this as particularly important given the site’s location within the broader Eglinton West and Little Jamaica planning context, where community-serving spaces and affordable commercial opportunities have been recurring themes in local consultations.

Streetscape and Open Space Improvements

The building is set back from Eglinton Avenue West to allow for a wider public realm. These setbacks create space for tree planting, street furniture, patios, and a clearer pedestrian zone—an improvement over the existing condition, where surface parking dominates the frontage.

Over time, once the planned rear public laneway is completed through adjacent redevelopments, the current vehicular driveway off Eglinton is intended to be removed and converted into landscaped, publicly accessible open space. In planning terms, this is a long-view approach that prioritizes pedestrian comfort and streetscape quality as redevelopment along the corridor continues.

Access, Parking, and the Laneway Strategy

Vehicular access for the building is proposed via a shared circular driveway from Eglinton Avenue West, coordinated with the adjacent development at 1675–1685 Eglinton Avenue West. This shared approach reduces curb cuts and anticipates future changes once the rear laneway becomes operational.

Parking is provided underground across three levels, with a total of 87 vehicle parking spaces. Bicycle parking is emphasized, with 486 bicycle spaces proposed, reflecting the site’s proximity to higher-order transit and City policies encouraging reduced auto dependence.

A key planning feature is the required conveyance of a three-metre strip of land at the rear of the site. This contributes to a planned east–west public laneway envisioned under existing Site and Area Specific Policies. While the laneway will only become functional once additional properties redevelop, it is central to the City’s long-term access and servicing strategy for this stretch of Eglinton West.

Why a Tall Building Was Approved Here

Policy Context and Official Plan Amendments

The site is designated Mixed Use Areas in the City’s Official Plan, a designation that supports a broad range of residential and commercial uses in locations well-served by transit. However, Site and Area Specific Policy 477 originally directed that tall buildings be concentrated closer to the intersection of Eglinton Avenue West and Dufferin Street, with mid-rise development elsewhere.

City Planning acknowledged that while this site is not directly at the intersection, broader policy direction has evolved. The lands fall within the boundaries of the Fairbank and Oakwood Protected Major Transit Station Areas, where provincial and municipal policy encourages higher densities near existing and planned rapid transit.

The approved Official Plan Amendment reflects this shift, allowing a tall building here while still requiring appropriate transitions, setbacks, and spacing.

Height Transitions and Coordinated Development

An important factor in the approval was how this building relates to its neighbours. To the west and east, taller and similarly scaled buildings have already been approved or proposed. City staff concluded that the 39-storey height provides a gradual transition moving eastward from the height peak near Dufferin Street, while maintaining adequate separation distances between towers.

Rather than viewing this site in isolation, Planning evaluated it as part of a coordinated cluster of redevelopment, where tower spacing, shared access, and aligned public realm improvements collectively shape the corridor.

1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W
1711–1741 Eglinton Ave W

Community Feedback and City Response

Public consultation for this proposal was conducted alongside the neighbouring 1675–1685 Eglinton Avenue West application. Residents raised concerns about height, density, shadow impacts, traffic, tenant displacement, and construction disruption.

City staff assessed these concerns through technical studies and design refinements. Shadow studies demonstrated limited incremental impact on surrounding public spaces, including nearby school grounds. Wind impacts were identified as an issue requiring further mitigation, and additional studies are being required before final zoning enactment.

Rental replacement and tenant matters are being addressed through a separate approval process, ensuring those issues receive focused review.

What This Signals for Eglinton West

Taken together, the approvals at 1711–1741 and 1675–1685 Eglinton Avenue West point to a clear planning direction for this stretch of the corridor. Eglinton West is transitioning from low-rise strip retail toward a denser, mixed-use, transit-oriented environment, with taller buildings concentrated near stations and coordinated across multiple sites.

This proposal reflects how the City is balancing growth with public realm improvements, community space, and long-term access planning, rather than approving height in isolation.

What Happens Next

While the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments have been approved, several steps remain before construction can begin. These include finalizing wind mitigation measures, completing the rental housing demolition and replacement approvals, securing community benefit agreements, and obtaining Site Plan Control approval.

In other words, this approval establishes what can be built here—but how it ultimately looks and functions will continue to be refined through the next stages of the planning process.

Jan 21
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1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West

What Are They Building At 1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West?

By Development Applications

Another Eglinton West Site Headed for Change

Eglinton Avenue West continues to be one of Toronto’s most closely watched development corridors, and 1675–1685 Eglinton Ave West is the latest site to enter the planning pipeline. A formal application has been submitted to redevelop the property, replacing two existing low-rise rental buildings with a high-density, transit-oriented mixed-use project located on the northern border of Oakwood Village.

For anyone tracking what’s being built across the city, this proposal offers a clear example of how long-term transit investment and City planning policy are shaping the future of Eglinton West.

Where the Site Is — And Why It Matters

The subject site sits on the south side of Eglinton Avenue West, mid-block between Northcliffe Boulevard and Glenholme Avenue. It’s a stretch of the corridor that has been under steady pressure for intensification, largely because of its transit access.

The property is within walking distance of two Line 5 Eglinton Crosstown stations: Oakwood Station to the west and Fairbank Station to the east. Both stations are designated as Protected Major Transit Station Areas, a planning framework that encourages higher-density, transit-supportive development. Combined with Eglinton’s role as a major arterial road, this location is consistently identified as having capacity for growth.

What’s There Today

Today, the site is occupied by two 4-storey residential apartment buildings containing a total of 75 rental units. Between the buildings is a surface parking area with 23 spaces, which also accommodates vehicle access and garbage collection.

1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West
1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West

The existing buildings do not provide indoor or outdoor amenity space for tenants, and the overall site configuration reflects an older, low-density form of development that is increasingly uncommon along Eglinton West.

What’s Being Proposed

The proposal has since advanced through the City’s review process and is now supported by a City Planning Decision Report recommending approval of both the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment.

1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West
1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West

The approved form of development is a 37-storey mixed-use building, standing 123.5 metres excluding the mechanical penthouse. The building is organized with a 4-storey base building along Eglinton Avenue West and a 33-storey residential tower above, a configuration City staff found appropriate for this stretch of the corridor.

In total, the project would contain 424 residential units, including 75 rental replacement units, and approximately 269 square metres of ground-floor commercial-retail space along Eglinton Avenue West. The total gross floor area is approximately 26,600 square metres, resulting in a density of roughly 12.6 times the area of the lot. This revised scheme reflects refinements made through the City review process and aligns with transit-oriented intensification policies.

1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West
1675 & 1685 Eglinton Ave West

Rental Replacement: A Central Part of the Application

Rental housing replacement remains a central requirement of the project and was a key consideration in City staff’s recommendation for approval.

The approved proposal confirms the replacement of all 75 existing rental units currently on site. These units will be secured through the zoning framework and a separate Rental Housing Demolition application, which addresses tenant assistance and relocation requirements.

The replacement units reflect the existing tenure and are part of a broader unit mix that includes studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units. City staff concluded that this approach satisfies Official Plan policies intended to protect existing rental housing while allowing for additional supply along major transit corridors.

As part of the approval process, a tenant relocation and assistance plan would be developed with the City to address the transition for existing residents.

Built Form and Design Approach

From a design standpoint, the proposal aims to balance height with street-level scale. The 4-storey base building establishes a consistent streetwall along Eglinton Avenue, helping maintain a pedestrian-friendly frontage and supporting retail activity at grade.

Above the base, the tower element is designed to be slender, with stepbacks intended to reduce its visual impact from the street and provide appropriate transitions to lower-scale residential areas to the south. The Planning Rationale emphasizes that this massing approach aligns with Official Plan policies and applicable urban design guidelines.

Planning Status: What’s Been Approved

As of June 2025, City Planning has issued a Decision Report recommending approval of both the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 1675 and 1685 Eglinton Avenue West.

City Council adopted amendments that:

  • Permit a tall building on the site with a maximum height of 37 storeys
  • Establish site-specific zoning standards for height, density, setbacks, and massing
  • Secure a 3.0-metre rear land conveyance to support a future east–west public laneway
  • Coordinate shared vehicular access with the adjacent redevelopment at 1711–1741 Eglinton Avenue West

Final enactment of the zoning is subject to conditions, including approval of the related Rental Housing Demolition application and the submission of a revised pedestrian-level wind study.

How This Fits into the Bigger Eglinton West Picture

City staff evaluated the proposal within the context of the Eglinton West corridor, the Dufferin Focus Area policies, and the surrounding Protected Major Transit Station Areas at Oakwood and Fairbank.

While earlier planning frameworks concentrated the tallest buildings strictly at the Dufferin and Eglinton intersection, the City’s analysis notes that provincial policy and transit investment now support additional height in proximity to — though not directly at — that intersection. In this context, the 37-storey height was found to provide a reasonable transition down from nearby taller approvals while still delivering significant housing density near rapid transit.

The proposal also integrates broader public realm objectives, including widened sidewalks, future conversion of the shared driveway into publicly accessible landscaped space, and contributions toward a continuous rear public laneway. Taken together, City staff concluded that the project represents an appropriate evolution of this section of Eglinton West.

What Happens Next

With City Council’s adoption of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, the project moves closer to implementation. Remaining steps include final approval of the Rental Housing Demolition application, satisfaction of outstanding technical conditions, and completion of the Site Plan Control process.

As with many large projects, design details related to landscaping, wind mitigation, and the public realm will continue to be refined. Still, the approval marks a significant milestone — confirming that a tall, mixed-use building is now permitted on the site.

For anyone watching how Eglinton West is changing, 1675–1685 Eglinton Avenue West now stands as a clear example of how transit, housing policy, and corridor planning are reshaping the avenue block by block.