Long-Term Waste Management Strategy, Phase 1 Consultation
The City is updating the Long-term Waste Management Strategy approved by City Council in 2016, for the next implementation period of 2026 to 2036. The first consultation phase is scheduled from November 18 to December 20, 2024, where we are seeking feedback on how we have done so far on implementing the 2016 Waste Strategy and ideas to further reduce and divert waste from landfill. Stay informed on ways to get involved, including a
public survey, an in-person drop-in event and virtual public meetings, by subscribing to the Long-term Waste Management Strategy email list and visiting the web page.
Vacant Home Tax 2024 declaration period opens
Do you own a house or condo in Toronto? If yes, then you need to let the City know if it was occupied or vacant by declaring its occupancy status every year. Even if you reside at your property. The Vacant Home Tax (VHT) program works to increase the availability and affordability of housing in our city. It does this by encouraging people who own homes that are kept empty to make these vacant properties available for rent or for sale, helping to make sure all homes are lived in.
You can make your 2024 declaration quickly and easily online at toronto.ca/VacantHomeTax. Or you can call 311 if you need assistance. You can also visit a Tax and Utility counter at City Hall or one of the civic centres to make your declaration. The City will be mailing more information about the VHT program to all residential property owners in November. The deadline to make a declaration for the 2024 calendar year is April 30, 2025. But don’t wait for the deadline, declare soon.
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Shop Local in Parkdale!
Season's Greetings from Parkdale BIA!
The holidays are here, and so is the magic of giving back to our beloved community!
From Roncesvalles Ave. to Dufferin St., your favourite shops are brimming with unique gifts and heartwarming surprises.
Choose to #ShopLocal and support the amazing businesses that make Parkdale Village such a unique and vibrant community.
Explore Local Businesses Here: Business-Directory
Why Shop Local?
Discover unique products right in our neighbourhood, paired with warm, personalized service.
For every dollar spent locally, 66 cents stays within the community. (Source: Canadian Federation of Independent Businesses - CFIB)
Behind every small business is a dream. And, every time you shop local, you support that dream and help build your community.
Spread the Love!
Share this message with your friends, family, and neighbours, and let’s rally together to make an impact on our small businesses.
Need Posters?
We’re excited to announce that posters are now being distributed exclusively to our valued Parkdale Village BIA members.
If you haven’t received yours yet, we’d be happy to deliver it directly to your store. Simply reach out at [email protected], and we’ll ensure it reaches you as part of the Parkdale Village BIA initiative!
Building Stronger Communities, One Purchase at a Time.
Stay Safe, Support Local, and Enjoy the Holiday Season!
Warm Wishes,
Parkdale Village Business Improvement Area (BIA)
Designation of the Teiaiagon-Baby Point Heritage Conservation District Plan under the Ontario Heritage Act
The Toronto Preservation Board will meet on Thursday, November 28, 2024, starting at 9:30 a.m. Among the discussion items will be the proposed designation of the Teiaiagon-Baby Point Heritage Conservation District Plan under the Ontario Heritage Act.
This meeting of the Toronto Preservation Board is being conducted virtually; members of the Board, staff, and the public will participate in this meeting remotely.
The Board’s virtual meeting is live streamed on the Toronto City Council Live YouTube. A Live YouTube link will be available on the meeting agenda immediately prior to and during the meeting. A recording of the meeting will be available to view anytime. Link to the Meeting Agenda: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/#/committees/2511/24738
To provide comments or make a deputation to the Toronto Preservation Board
The public may submit written comments or register to speak at the Toronto Preservation Board on any item on the agenda. Deadline for written comments is Wednesday, November 27, 2024, by noon and email to City Clerk’s email: [email protected].
To request to speak or make a presentation to the Toronto Preservation Board, please register by email to [email protected] or by phone at 416-392-4666.
Each speaker is allotted five (5) minutes to speak. Registered speakers will be provided with instructions from the Clerk’s Office on connecting to the meeting. If you speak at the meeting you will appear in the video broadcast. Video broadcasts are archived and continue to be publicly available.
Proposed Teiaiagon-Baby Point Heritage Conservation District
The proposed Teiaiagon-Baby Point Heritage Conservation District (HCD), west from Jane Street, to the Humber River, along Baby Point Road, Baby Point Crescent, part of Humbercrest Boulevard, part of Cashman Park, Magwood Park, Etienne Brule Park and the Humber River to Catherine Street, is the historic location of Teiaiagon, the mid-to-late seventeenth century Haudenosaunee village associated primarily with the Seneca Nation and is an area with a concentration of heritage resources that distinguish it from its surroundings and merits protection under Part V of the Ontario Heritage Act.
For more information about the Teiaiagon-Baby Point HCD Plan, visit:
https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/planning-studies-initiatives/baby-point-heritage-conservation-district-study/meetings-events-baby-point-heritage-conservation-district-study/
Baby Point Gates Annual Open House
The Baby Point Gates Business Improvement Area (BIA) is getting ready to start the holiday season with its highly anticipated Baby It’s Cold Outside celebration on Saturday, November 23rd from 10am until 4pm.
This festive gathering takes place in the charming Baby Point Gates neighbourhood and is sure to warm the hearts of both residents and visitors. The event offers a variety of fun activities for all ages. Local businesses will open their doors and invite everyone to check out what they have to offer, with exclusive discounts available. It’s a great opportunity to get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting local merchants. There will be cookie decorating, prizes, photo opportunities, and as you stroll through the neighbourhood you will be serenaded by carolers. Don’t forget about the tasty seasonal treats and warm drinks from food vendors. For kids, there will be visits from Santa Claus himself where they can share their Christmas wishes. There will be plenty of family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained. And who knows? You might even catch a glimpse of Santa’s mischievous pal, The Grinch!
Developments
2461-2475 Dundas St West Refusal Report
At this week’s City Council meeting a decision report was adopted to issue a refusal to the application for Zoning By-law Amendment at 2461-2475 Dundas St, following the recommendation of City Planning. The proposed plan was to redevelop this space into a 29-storey mixed use building with a 4-storey podium including retail on the ground floor. The building would contain 288 residential units (including 9 rental replacement units), 328 bike parking spaces, and 38 vehicle parking spaces.
City Planning found that the proposal “failed to appropriately implement policies of the Official Plan and direction of the Tall Building Design Guidelines. The proposal, in its current form, does not represent good planning and is not in the public interest.”
The full report from Planning staff can be found here: https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2024/te/bgrd/backgroundfile-249271.pdf and further information about the item at Council can be found here: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2024.TE17.11.
Further information on the project and what is being proposed can be found on the City's Application Information Centre website here: https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/application-details/?id=5482273&pid=148578.
Committee of Adjustment Application, 1375 Queen St W
The applicant received site plan approval for a 7-storey mixed-use building having a residential gross floor area of 3312 square metres, and a non-residential gross floor area of 268 square metres. 47 rental dwelling units were proposed.
The applicant has now filed an application to increase the height to 8-storeys, reduce the rear building step-back above the fifth storey, reduce the outdoor amenity space, and eliminating on-site parking.
This proposal for an additional storey requires a Committee of Adjustment Minor variance. The site also requires Site Plan application approval.
The Committee of Adjustment Minor Variance request will be heard on Dec 4, 2024.
As Councillor Perks appoints citizens to the Committee of Adjustment to make decisions on minor variances and, on the advice of the Integrity Commissioner, Councillor Perks cannot attempt to influence a member's decision on an application. He does not communicate with the panel members at committee or through written comment about the application.
The Committee of Adjustment process does offer an opportunity for the public to participate in the process. Community members have an opportunity to comment on the application at the virtual Committee of Adjustment hearing.
Find the full Public Notice, with details on how to view and/or participate, here.
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