2400 Dundas West
New transit-oriented
mixed-use development
Welcome to
2400-2440 Dundas West
We are excited to be looking ahead to transforming 2400-2440 Dundas Street West into a new transit-oriented mixed-use development which includes a significant opportunity to reimagine the public realm and improve the community’s overall experience with the site.
The
Project
Project
Vision
As part of our vision
for the site, we are proposing:
Retail and Commercial Spaces
The proposal introduces new street-level commercial spaces while retaining grocery options
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Transit Connectivity
New pedestrian and vehicle connections to the Bloor GO/UPX Station
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POPS and Public Park Space
Over 1,000 m2 of new Privately Owned Publicly Accessible Space (POPS) and public parks
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Improved Connectivity
Better connections between the neighbourhood and the Bloor GO and UPX Station
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New Housing Options
The project brings a mixture of housing options for residents
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Two New Buildings
The project brings three new residential towers across two buildings
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Geothermal Heating and Cooling
New system to meet modern sustainability and energy efficiency standards
The Location
Located north of Bloor Street West at the eastern side of Dundas Street West and the CPR/CNR Rail Corridor, the Site is in the High Park North (West Bend) neighbourhood in the City of Toronto. Currently, the Site is occupied by low density commercial outlets, including a FreshCo to the south side of the Site and a Shoppers Drug Mart to the north, with surface parking spaces in the center. To the southeast of the Site, is an interim pick-up and drop-off point for the Bloor GO and UPX station.
1 Building A
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Building A 18- and 25-storeys
Residential Units: 442 1-Bedroom: 281 (64%) 2-Bedroom: 116 (26%) 3-Bedroom: 45 (10%)
Commercial Space: 3,793 m 2
2 Building B
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Building B 36-storeys
Residential Units: 431 1-Bedroom: 317 (74%) 2-Bedroom: 70 (16%) 3-Bedroom: 44 (10%)
Commercial Space: 879 m 2
3 BLOOR GO and UPX Station
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The new buildings will be adjacent to the existing Bloor GO and UPX station.
4DUNDAS WEST Station
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The new buildings will be less thana. 5-minute walk to the Dundas West TTC Subway Station.
2400 Dundas West
Building A 18- and 25-storeys
Residential Units: 442 1-Bedroom: 281 (64%) 2-Bedroom: 116 (26%) 3-Bedroom: 45 (10%)
Commercial Space: 3,793 m 2
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Building B 36-storeys
Residential Units: 431 1-Bedroom: 317 (74%) 2-Bedroom: 70 (16%) 3-Bedroom: 44 (10%)
Commercial Space: 879 m 2
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The new buildings will be adjacent to the existing Bloor GO and UPX station.
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The new buildings will be less thana. 5-minute walk to the Dundas West TTC Subway Station.
Timeline
June 2023
Community Consultation Meeting
City-hosted virtual community meeting where the public can learn about the project and ask questions
Mar 2023
Application submission
We submitted our application for a Zoning Bylaw Amendment with the City of Toronto
Feb 2023
Pre-Application Online Community Meeting
Applicant-led presentation that went over the proposal and the vision for the Site with the public
Feb 2023
Digital Survey
Interactive survey for the public to provide feedback on matters such as the public realm
Feb 2023
Project Website & Email
Centralized hub for the latest information and an avenue to provide feedback and comments
* The Project Team has been having ongoing meetings with both City Staff and community stakeholders.
Documents
Application
submission
We submitted our application for a Zoning Bylaw Amendment with the City of Toronto in March 2023. The application materials and consultant reports are available to view and download in this section.
Gallery
Blog
Survey
results
We conducted a survey from February 9 - March 27, 2023, to learn more from the public on how we can shape the public spaces in our proposal. The survey consisted of 8 questions, which 131 respondents answered. The following summary highlights some of the key findings from the survey.
86
Respondents lived near or close by to the site
79
Respondents visit the site
84
Respondents walk to the site
15
Respondents drive to the site
82
Respondents said that their favourite part of the neighbourhood is its close proximity to transit options
68
Respondents said that their favourite part of the neighbourhood is the green space
97
Respondents thought that greenery or green space are important landscaping considerations for the new public spaces
75
Respondents thought that all season use are important considerations for the new public spaces
112
Respondents thought that walkability and pedestrian safety are important considerations for the new streets and connections within the site
97
Respondents thought that connections to nearby transit are important considerations for the new streets and connections within the site
As part of the survey, respondents also had the opportunity to interact with different images of public spaces, streetscapes, and connections. The images covered landscaping and public connection design to specific materials and features. Collectively, the results from the survey have informed our Zoning Bylaw Amendment application that was submitted in March. The submission materials, containing reports and studies, can be found in the Documents section. We are looking forward to continuing working through the comments and understanding how they can shape the project as we advance through the planning application process.
Team
Fora Developments
Developer
We are a real estate development company focused on delivering urban mixed-use communities in Toronto and across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). At Fora, we are committed to design excellence, environmental stewardship and collaboration. We are a fully integrated organization that including land acquisition, zoning, design, sales, construction and customer care.
foradevelopments.com
Giannone Petricone Associates
Architect
Giannone Petricone Associates Inc. Architects is an innovative architecture studio located in Toronto, Canada. Partners Ralph Giannone and Pina Petricone share a desire to create truly unique urban experiences. Testament to this is the firm’s award-winning experience, from engaging commercial and hospitality interiors, small and mid-scaled mixed-use projects knit into the urban fabric, through to large-scale, multi-phased infill projects. The firm is intrinsically interested in responsible and sustainable intensification and has a keen interest in urban culture and its physical manifestation.
gpaia.com
Bousfields
Urban Planning, Urban Design & Community Engagement
Bousfields Inc. Is one of the pre-eminent community planning firms in Ontario with special expertise in urban design, planning policy, community design, development approvals, community consultation and project management. Bousfields offers a full range of land use planning and urban design services to the development industry, municipalities and government agencies.
bousfields.ca
North Design Office
Landscape Architect
North Design Office Inc. is an internationally award winning office, with design work ranging in scale from site specific installations, residences and urban public spaces, to parks and master plans. Located and established in Toronto in 2005 as a professional landscape architecture practice, we bring analytical insight to each project, grounding the design in its context. Our projects are designed with a modern aesthetic and are executed with attention to lasting detail. North Design Office is committed to creating thoughtfully designed spaces to generate vibrant and resilient communities and environments.
northdesignoffice.ca
BA Group
Transportation
BA Group provides transportation planning and engineering services to public and private organizations. We provide thoughtful plans for the movement of people and goods in urban environments. Our focus is on sustainable urban land development and the legal, functional, social, and economic implications of various transportation systems.
bagroup.com
FAQ
What is the vision for the redevelopment?
Our vision is to redevelop the site with a transit-oriented mixed-use project. The vision includes two buildings, with three towers (18-, 25-, and 36-storeys). The site will include retail spaces, including retaining the grocery options, as well as introduce new POPS and public spaces.
What is going to happen to the FreshCo and Shoppers Drug Mart that is on the existing site?
Both stores will be demolished as part of the construction process. However, we will be retaining a grocery store option in the final building. We are early in the process and details on the type of grocery store are still in the works. Check this website regularly or contact us at hello@2400dundas.com to get the latest information.
How will this proposal benefit the neighbourhood?
The proposal is looking to introduce a variety of housing types, including 2- and 3-bedroom units which would allow more families to move to the area. The addition of a new public park will help create new spaces for play, while retail options will animate the area. We are also committed to retaining a grocery store on the site.
How will the proposal address concerns about traffic and congestion?
The site is a transit-oriented community, which is directly adjacent and accessible to the Bloor GO and Union Pearson Express Station. The site is also a 5-minute walk from the Dundas West TTC Subway Station. We anticipate that fewer people will require parking spaces and rely more on public transit options for both local and regional travel.
What is the timing for this project?
The rezoning application for this proposal was submitted in March 2023 to the City of Toronto for review. Once the City of Toronto declares the application complete, the formal application review process will begin. We anticipate that this process will take approximately 18-24 months.
Later this year, we will be submitting a Site Plan Application. No construction would take place before all necessary approvals are received. We are committed to sharing the latest information as we proceed through this process.
How can I get involved?
Please feel free to contact us at hello@2400dundas.com and someone on the project team will get back to you shortly. We also have a short interactive survey in the section that you can participate in. The survey covers topics such as the public realm. Check back regularly to find out other opportunities to learn more about the proposal and share your thoughts or feedback.
