A concise summary of Councillor Perks’ remarks regarding the proposed development:
- The proposal does not conform to several aspects of the urban design guidelines outlined in the Bloor West Avenue Study.
- It exceeds the maximum height specified in the study.
- The building’s setback is only six or six-and-a-half meters, whereas the recommended setback is nine meters to maintain spacious sidewalks along Bloor Street.
- Specifically for the area near High Park, there’s a guideline to narrow buildings as they get taller, preserving views into the park.
- Councillor Perks emphasized that the proposal not only contradicts local guidelines but also broader city planning rules for mid-rise vs. high-rise typology.
- The developers aim for mid-rise width combined with tall building height.
- Planning decisions consider the impact on neighboring buildings and the community, aiming for positive outcomes. However, this proposal is likely to have negative impacts.
A proposed , put forth development by Clifton Blake, aims to construct a 17-storey mixed-use building adjacent to the High Park subway station on the Bloor-Danforth line. The site is situated directly across from High Park and encompasses municipally known addresses at 3, 5, and 21 Quebec Avenue, as well as 1930, 1932, 1934, 1936, and 1938 Bloor Street West. This prime location would accommodate 132 new condo units and 12 replacement rental units.
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Opposition to this project is ridiculous and irresponsible, as large family sized apartments are desperately needed in this city. When will Perks, and council as a whole, get it through their heads that by forcing buildings to be slim and step backed from every conceivable angle you are carving away the floorspace that creates large units. This project should be used as a shining example for future development along Bloor, and across Toronto