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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 27d

During the Canada Post strike, you can find upcoming community consultation meetings on the City Planning and Development Review Consultations page.

It has up-to-date meeting info, guidance on how to participate and details on who to contact for further details.

www.toronto.ca/community-pe...

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 2d

Thank you, Toronto @BlueJays.
You united #Toronto and the whole country with your passion and plays. Even without a World Series title, we #GotItAll.
#WantItAll

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 6d

Inclusionary Zoning is a policy tool that requires affordable housing in new residential developments near public transit. What's next for the City of Toronto's policy?

Join us on November 6 (6:30-7:30pm) to learn more . https://ow.ly/yoz850XjOqk

Inclusionary Zoning Updates Information Session

Inclusionary Zoning is a policy tool that requires affordable housing in new residential developments located near public transit. In November 2021, Toronto City Council approved a policy that required new developments in certain protected major transit station areas to include 5-10% affordable housing for 99 years. This amount was supposed to gradually increase to 8–22% by 2030. The rules would take effect after September 18, 2022, or once the Province approved the designated protected major transit areas.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 6d

Strip plazas are part of Toronto’s story. They're home to small businesses, local services and jobs. If you own or work in one, we’d love your input. Tell us about your experience so we can better support these important spaces.

Complete the survey: www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.

A strip plaza with parked cars and various small businesses, including a coffee shop, spa, pet store, and restaurants.

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 13d

The City of Toronto is proposing a new Cultural Districts Program to recognize and celebrate unique cultural areas across the city, including Little Jamaica, West Chinatown, and Church-Wellesley.

On October 28 at 6pm, join us to learn more!
Register here: https://ow.ly/4Zyh50XghO2

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 14d

The City of Toronto is creating a framework to guide growth and change in Weston, and we want to hear from you!

Join us at 6:30 p.m. on October 28 at Artscape Weston Common (34 John St).

Can’t make it? Learn more and share your thoughts: www.toronto.ca/weston-in-gear-planning-study

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 14d

We’ve launched a new Committee of Adjustment Participation Handbook – a step-by-step guide to help you understand how small property changes get reviewed in #Toronto. Learn how to apply, share comments, prepare for a hearing and understand decisions.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/city-governm...

Illustration of a public meeting where people are gathered to discuss proposed property changes, with a presentation showing building plans and charts in the background.

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 15d

Do you run a business in one of Toronto’s strip plazas? We want to hear from you. Your experience matters – from what’s working to what needs improvement. Take a few minutes to share your thoughts to help us understand how we can support strip plazas.

Learn more at www.toronto.ca/PlazaPOV.

A two-storey strip plaza with shops and community services on the ground floor, offices above, and a tall apartment building in the background.

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 18d

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/city-governm...

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 18d

We’re launching a Heritage Conservation District Study for the West Annex area to understand its history, evolution and character.

Join us at a drop-in open house to learn more, ask questions and share your thoughts.

📍 Native Canadian Centre of Toronto (16 Spadina Rd.)
📅 Oct 21, 4:30 – 7 p.m.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 21d

Have 5-10 minutes? Tell us what you think about the future of Toronto’s Avenues. We’re exploring ways to add more mid-rise housing along transit routes and main streets. Your input will help shape how these areas grow.

Take the survey: ca.mar.medallia.com?e=468057&d=l...

Photo of a street flanked on each side by small businesses, sidewalks with pedestrians, trees and parked cars. A streetcar travels along a dedicated right of way in the middle of the street.

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 27d

Learn more and complete a short survey by visiting www.toronto.ca/city-governm....

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 27d

The first step in Phase 2 is a study in University-Rosedale (Ward 11) and Davenport (Ward 9) to explore new rules that would make it easier to build mid-rise housing along Avenues. Join City staff and your neighbours at a Community Open House on October 22 to learn more and share your feedback.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 27d

We’re continuing to plan for more mid-rise housing along Toronto’s Avenues as part of Phase 2 of the Avenues Policy Review.

Avenues are major corridors across the city supported by transit, shops and everyday services. They’re key places where new housing and growth are planned to happen.

A modern mid-rise building with shops and restaurants at street level and several residential floors above. People sit on a patio with umbrellas, and cars pass along the street.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · 27d

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Oct 2

You can also provide your feedback by filling out this survey: cotsurvey.chkmkt.com?e=457511&d=e...

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Oct 2

Have your say: the City is reviewing zoning rules for parking commercial vehicles in residential areas to balance the needs of workers, businesses and neighbours.

Join the virtual consultation on Wednesday, October 8: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bd13a5...

Illustration of a suburban street with houses and driveways showing various vehicles, including cars, pickup trucks, a school bus, and larger commercial vehicles, highlighting parking in residential areas.

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Sep 25

The 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards winners are on display! Explore the projects shaping our city at the first exhibit opening September 29.

Learn more at www.toronto.ca/city-governm...

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Sep 10

The City is holding two virtual public consultations on proposed zoning changes to allow more small-scale shops and services in Toronto’s neighbourhoods.

🗓️ Wednesday, Sept 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
🗓️ Thursday, Sept 18, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Register online at www.toronto.ca/city-governm...

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Sep 4

Share your thoughts:

📅 Join us on Thursday, Sept 18 for a virtual public meeting at 6:30 p.m.
📝 Share your feedback by completing a short survey.
📧 Sign up for project updates and future consultation opportunities.

Learn more: www.toronto.ca/city-governm...

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Sep 4

The next step is Phase Two of the City’s Avenues Policy Review. This work will look at bringing in as-of-right zoning, starting with studies in University-Rosedale (Ward 11) and Davenport (Ward 9), so that mid-rise housing along Avenues can move forward more quickly.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Sep 4

Earlier this year, City Council expanded the Avenues network by 283 km. With new citywide policies now in effect following confirmation by the Ontario Land Tribunal in July, Avenues now have clear rules for mid-rise housing, opening more opportunities for homes in walkable communities.

Map of Toronto showing 283 km of new Avenues (purple) and existing Avenues (brown) where mid-rise housing is planned near transit.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Sep 4

Toronto’s Avenues are more than just streets; they’re places planned for growth with transit, shops, services and housing working together. In this thread, we’ll explain what’s happening and how you can get involved.

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Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Aug 29

Save the date! The 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 10 at Palais Royale. Come celebrate 35 years of design excellence in our city.

Tickets: www.eventbrite.ca/e/2025-toron...

Save the Date graphic for the 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards, September 10, Palais Royale.

Toronto City Planning and Development Review @planning.cityof.toronto.ca · Aug 15

Today, the Province of Ontario approved, with modifications, 120 Major Transit Station Areas and Protected Major Transit Station Areas in #Toronto. The decision increases building heights and densities near transit and supports more housing options for these areas.

Learn more: toronto.ca/OurPlan

Map of Toronto showing 120 Major and Protected Major Transit Station Areas approved by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on August 15, 2025. White dots match MTSAs and orange dots mark PMTSAs, with boundaries outlined around each station area.

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Jason Thorne @jasonthorne.bsky.social · Aug 11

Applications now open for StreetARToronto’s “Monumental Program” for murals of monumental size on tall buildings. Details at tinyurl.com/4rmpjxsr

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