I agree, but am told one of the major issues is MPAC reassessment, which makes small storefront uneconomic post redevelopment. They have to address that issue - basically grandfather the tax rate if the storefront retains the same street exposure (dimensions). Curious to see the wind...

I would agree with Bozikovic that the site makes sense for intensification. At 6 or 7 storeys, no one bats an eye. I don't like the proposal, but that's personal taste. I think Montgomery's last words are legit. A site zoned for Neighbourhoods (low rise residential) is being changed to...

This to me this is just awful. I don't get it. Maybe someone can explain any redeeming qualities? I understand the desire for greater density with the light rail station, but this stands out like a lighthouse on an island. Supported by the local resident's association? What am I missing?

With all the new density proposed for the immediate area, I don't understand why this proposal has not be revised?

I have no issue with Wengle or the overall design. I just think some low rise neighbourhoods have more value historically and aesthetically than others. For me, the Annex & Cabbagetown fall into that category. Every major city with some history will have neighbourhoods worth protecting. I'm...

Always thought the original entrance off University was one of the great entranceways to any building in the city. Hope it can somehow remain relevant.

Agree on the podium height, but disagree on the overall height. Midblock, abutting low rise neighbourhood, should not allow for a "tower". I would guess the city and the planner on file are OK with it, which means the neighbours, if they want to fight this, will be in for an expensive battle...

I don't see how this works without the parcel to the NE, but I guess we'll find out. Because of the MTSA, the density asks in the area are super aggressive.

With all the added density in the area I'm wondering how long before this project gets a new application?

What ever happened to this one?

IMHO, I think this gets it right from a density perspective. The site is surrounded by 2 and 3 storey homes, but is only 2 blocks from the Lawrence subway station. This should set a precedent encouraging taller/higher density builds closer to the station. Yonge & Lawrence could easily...

Amazed that these type of minor (some major) variances seem to be the new norm for CofA. Negotiate like hell with the city & public. Settle on a height (storey count) to avoid the OLT and then try and change it later at CofA? What gives?

I dunno. This looks like the definition of a negative shadow impact. Covers most of the park/sports field & a major high school.

For those that think the local resident's (associations) are foolish to raise $ to protect their interests and neighbourhoods (because that is what they are doing), I completely disagree. There seems to be an insinuation here that raising $ is analogous to appeal. That's not true. If folks...

CORE Toronto occupies the upper floors of this commercial building. CORE is an agency that serves hundreds of cognitively impaired youth & adults. Not a simple move, so whatever gets planned for this site will somehow have to accommodate them or find some solution.

These kind of financial issues and litigation are not "nothing burgers" and can absolutely impact the project. Once litigation starts a level of uncertainty gets associated with the project. Different parties no longer cooperate and in order to secure additional financing (or draw down...

There's actually a decent sized park going in next door as part of the old Capitol Theatre development (old surface parking lot). It will actually give them much more green space than in the current immediate area.

Lower floors could be extension of mall. I would expect to see some form of entertainment (Cineplex) in the upper levels and a tall residential tower on top.

This is one of the best transitions to a low density neighbourhood within the city of Toronto that I have seen. Stepped down and a pops/park too. Agree that this should get relatively quick approval/agreement. Don't see nimby on this this one.

I don't see the podium as being vastly different from what exists today (at least in terms of scale). I appreciate the City's input. Sounds like the setback to Yonge will be greater than the current setback. From my experience this is a fairly busy pedestrian area and the added setback will...