2021.PH23.4

Background

The purpose of this report is to provide a summary of the community engagement process undertaken and present the recommended plan and zoning relief sought for the modular housing proposal at 20 Bracebridge Avenue (Ward 19 - Beaches East York). The site is bounded by Trenton, Cedarvale and Bracebridge Avenues, and has previously been referred to as "Trenton & Cedarvale". This report also recommends that City Council request the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing make a Minister's Zoning Order to provide the necessary zoning relief to permit the modular housing development. This proposal is advancing as part of Phase Two of the City's Modular Housing Initiative. 

Source: City of Toronto

Item Description

In response to City Council's request to prioritize the approval process in order to quickly add more affordable housing units throughout the City, this report recommends that City Council request the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing to make a Minister's Zoning Order pursuant to Section 47 of the Planning Act. This request is for the purpose of obtaining the zoning by-law relief to implement the modular housing proposal located at 20 Bracebridge Avenue. 

The proposal was subject to an introductory report to Planning and Housing Committee in March 2021 to describe the site and proposal, present the relevant planning framework and identify the intent to recommend that zoning relief be provided through a Minister's Zoning Order. The proposal underwent a multi-faceted community engagement process, including virtual community meetings, and meetings with key stakeholders. The community engagement process resulted in refinements to the proposal that are reflected in the draft Minister's Zoning Order. 

Source: City of Toronto

Proposed by

Planning and Housing Committee