Capital Developments and Metropia create $17 million land trust to build affordable housing in Toronto
If the Greater Toronto Area is going to accommodate the growing population and fight the housing affordability crisis, we need more partnerships like this one.
Two New Development Sites Available in Markham
As you know, Markham is a hot city for new housing right now, and two new prime plots of land are up for grabs!Low-rise living in Markham10387 McCowan Road is for sale and it’s a great space for a low-rise residential development. The site features over
Toronto Looking to Double Development Charges
Just how much is too much when it comes to development charges? The City is always looking for ways to add more cash to its coffers, and developers are constantly focusing on maintaining affordability.The City of Toronto is once again floating the idea
In Development: 484 Spadina Avenue
As you know, new condos can help rejuvenate neighbourhoods. The formula is fairly straightforward: A new building is proposed and built, new residents move into the neighbourhood, new businesses come to service the residents, and then that energy
Is LJM Developments the new home market’s best kept secret?
We think we may have stumbled upon one of the best kept secrets in Burlington. Recently, we had the opportunity to visit the head office of LJM Developments and chat with their President, LJ Mian, about their plans for the future. With a focus on
The Next Phase of Mixed-Use Development
As Sam Reiss mentioned earlier in September, the term “mixed-use” has been thrown around a lot lately in the new home industry. Currently, the term refers to a building with a variety of uses, from residential, to commercial, to retail - but what if
Share your ideas for the Ontario Place development
The province of Ontario is looking for some fresh ideas for the Ontario Place development. What do you picture being at this site? The goal is to transform Ontario Place into a year-round attraction for local and international visitors.
Mississauga faces Development Quandaries
The strong demand for high-rise living is reaching beyond downtown Toronto. Mississauga has experienced a significant spike, with an estimated 60 to 70 percent of new home developments being condos.Developers have moved to intensify pockets of
Tension grows as Toronto councillors threaten to slow residential development
Last week, councillors Mike Layton, Joe Cressy, and Kristyn Wong-Tam held a joint press conference and announced their “red light, green light” system for evaluating residential development proposals in their respective wards.
Construction Update: Sync Lofts by Streetcar Developments
Streetcar Developments has been pretty busy over the past few years, and has certainly found their niche in innovative, boutique style buildings - especially when developing high profile sites. Recently, we had the opportunity to tour Sync Lofts, one of
