drum118
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April 06, 2012:
Toronto Treviso Condos | 91.13m | 24s | Lanterra | P + S / IBI
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AlvinofDiaspar
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Preliminary Zoning Report from the June 13 NYCC:
http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2012/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-47583.pdf
Height increase 20s to 25s, 24s to 29s
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http://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2012/ny/bgrd/backgroundfile-47583.pdf
Height increase 20s to 25s, 24s to 29s
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CityPlaceN1
Senior Member
Good to see this corner upgrading. Very crummy for many years.
green22
New Member
zoning amendment application
The reason potential tower heights were increased was to make up for a proposed lack of density at the south east corner of the site along Lawrence Avenue, where the developer is now proposes to build a 45-space surface parking lot. To the north ending at the park would be a one-story Shopper's Drug mart.
Apparently, despite the thousands of residents moving in within walking distance, Shopper's prefers to rebuild using its familiar car-oriented low-density template.
The reason potential tower heights were increased was to make up for a proposed lack of density at the south east corner of the site along Lawrence Avenue, where the developer is now proposes to build a 45-space surface parking lot. To the north ending at the park would be a one-story Shopper's Drug mart.
Apparently, despite the thousands of residents moving in within walking distance, Shopper's prefers to rebuild using its familiar car-oriented low-density template.
sixrings
Senior Member
A while ago there was a proposal for redevelopment for 3070 Dufferin street. The gas station across from treviso all the way to apex road. However I cant find the development proposals anywhere anymore.. It was a midrise development though. Anyone know where I could potentially find it.
bmc
New Member
Not sure what you're after but try googling 'City of Toronto Dufferin and Lawrence' revitalization and you'll get a bunch for the area.
someMidTowner
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Kinda fuzzy, I was running for a bus and i avoid autofocus at all costs.
radioheadmike
Active Member
drum118
Superstar
Had my first look at the site since my last visit in the spring and surprise at what taking place here now.
Having Shopper remain where it is as is, is a mistake, as well that plaza to the east of the site.
This area will remain a car area with no street life.
I guess people are not prepare to buy in this area, as well without cars and it will be interesting to see what happen across the street for 3150 Dufferin St.
Time for developer to visit Europe to see what draws people and how to design a street friendly area for people, not cars.
Having Shopper remain where it is as is, is a mistake, as well that plaza to the east of the site.
This area will remain a car area with no street life.
I guess people are not prepare to buy in this area, as well without cars and it will be interesting to see what happen across the street for 3150 Dufferin St.
Time for developer to visit Europe to see what draws people and how to design a street friendly area for people, not cars.
sixrings
Senior Member
My guess is in 20 years the shoppers that is being built will be redeveloped for another tower... Im also guessing that eventially the lawrence heights redevelopment happens and lawrence square will go with it.. Why is there a mall literally a ten minute walk from another mall anyways.. It never made sense even if it does serve a different need. Id also guess that even if the buyers want to be car drivers with everything changing to encourage transit use the residents may change their attitudes and walk or ttc more. A streetcar up dufferin wouldnt hurt either.
urbandreamer
recession proof
21 October 2012: The 'hood is appalling.
Torontovibe
Senior Member
^^ That's one of the least pedestrian friendly areas in Toronto. I've walked there many times and hated every time. I'm so glad I don't live in North York anymore.
TwoDogs_39
Active Member
Yep, it is. I've worked near here for 5 years, and it's really tragic and ugly. Not to mention the ridiculous traffic in this area. Going up Dufferin or along Lawrence during rush hour makes you want to rip your hair out. If you're stuck in traffic on the Lawrence bus, it literally takes 10+ minutes to get from Dufferin St to Lawrence West subway. It takes about 2 minutes without traffic.
someMidTowner
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They are above ground now. Couldn't snap any pictures but I will next time I am at Dufferin and Lawrence
drum118
Superstar
Its my understanding that Shoppers is closing their store in March and relocating to the rebuilt plaza on Lawrence.
The sales office is being relocated next the McDonald parking lot.
Tower 1 is at 2nd level with forming of supports for 3 underway.
The area between the tower and Shoppers has only the support columns in place for the bottom level of the underground parking.
McDonald could be history by 2016 or sooner, depending where they are relocated in this development.
Feb 18 shots
The sales office is being relocated next the McDonald parking lot.
Tower 1 is at 2nd level with forming of supports for 3 underway.
The area between the tower and Shoppers has only the support columns in place for the bottom level of the underground parking.
McDonald could be history by 2016 or sooner, depending where they are relocated in this development.
Feb 18 shots