123 Garratt Blvd
123 Garratt Blvd is in Downsview, on the City's Heritage Register. There is 1 planning proposal within 250 m.
Data as of Nov 12, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- It is listed on the Heritage Register, which flags heritage value without full designation.
- Car thefts, robberies and thefts over $5,000 in Downsview were above the Toronto rate in 2025.
01What’s planned near 123 Garratt Blvd
At this address: a rezoning, before the Ontario Land Tribunal. 1 planning proposal within 250 m (about a 3‑minute walk): one in progress. That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 1).
In progress
- 1RezoningThis address 123 Garratt BlvdRezoning: a request to change the Official Plan or zoning so something new can be built
It has been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (formerly the OMB), which will make the final decision.
The City of Toronto adopted Official Plan Amendment 716 (Downsview Secondary Plan) on June 27, 2024. A statutory public meeting was held at the Planning and Housing Committee on May 9, 2024. The Downsview Secondary Plan is in force and…File 21 166685 NNY 06 OZ · submitted Jun 7, 2021 · City record and how to comment
Development Applications and Committee of Adjustment Applications, City of Toronto. A proposal that covers several addresses or City files is listed once. Inactive: the City’s file is still open but marked inactive. Decided: development files submitted in the last 4 years; Committee of Adjustment decisions in the last 2 years.
02Safety near 123 Garratt Blvd
Police recorded 28 major crimes within 500 m of this address from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 39). The table compares the neighbourhood's rates with Toronto's.
Downsview compared with Toronto · rate per 100,000 residents, 2025
| Major crime | Near this addresswithin 500 m, last 12 months | Compared with the Toronto rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robberies | 0 near this address | 60% higher126 vs 79 per 100,000 | |
| Car thefts | 7 near this address | 48% higher334 vs 225 per 100,000 | |
| Thefts over $5,000 | 3 near this address | 36% higher82 vs 61 per 100,000 | |
| Assaults | 14 near this address | About the same811 vs 768 per 100,000 | |
| Break-ins | 4 near this address | 13% lower165 vs 190 per 100,000 |
Source: Toronto Police Service Public Safety Data Portal, Major Crime Indicators (Oct 5, 2025 to Sep 30, 2026) and Neighbourhood Crime Rates. Reported incidents only; police place each incident at the nearest intersection. Five-year trends for Downsview
Traffic safety
No collisions that killed or seriously injured someone have been reported within 500 m since 2021.
Source: Toronto Police Service, collisions in which someone was killed or seriously injured (since 2021, within 500 m); City of Toronto School Safety Zones and Traffic Calming Database.
Other crimes near this address
| Last 12 months | Within 500 m | Downsview, per 100,000 residents | Compared with other neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shootings and firearm discharges | 0 | 6 | About typical |
| Bicycle thefts | 0 | 45 | Higher than most |
| Thefts from vehicles | 3 | 239 | Higher than most |
Toronto Police Service: Shootings and Firearm Discharges, Bicycle Thefts and Theft From Motor Vehicle, June 2025 to June 2026. Police place each incident at the nearest intersection.
03Getting around from 123 Garratt Blvd
The nearest subway station is Sheppard West Station (Line 1), about a 27‑minute walk (1.7 km). Within a 5‑minute walk there are 4 TTC stops served by the 184 bus, with about 220 departures on a typical weekday. The nearest GO train station is Downsview Park GO, 2.1 km away, with 31 train stops on a weekday.
Source: TTC · Line 1 · about 27 min walk
Source: GO Transit · 31 train stops on a weekday
TTC and GO Transit schedules for a typical weekday (Nov 18, 2026). Walking times are estimates. Bike Share Toronto station data; City of Toronto Cycling Network and Permit Parking Areas.
How reliable are your routes?
| Route | Delays reported | Per 1,000 trips | Compared with other TTC routes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 184 | 12 | 0.4 | fewer than most routes |
TTC Bus and Streetcar Delay Data, September 2025 to September 2026: incidents the TTC logged as delaying service. Per 1,000 trips uses each route’s weekday schedule, so busy routes aren’t penalized for running more vehicles. A typical route: 4.0.
04Schools and child care near 123 Garratt Blvd
The closest public and Catholic schools. They may not be the ones assigned to this address; check with the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) or Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB).
Elementary schools
Share of Grade 6 students meeting the provincial standard. Toronto: 87% reading, 54% math.
Secondary schools
Share of students who passed the Grade 10 literacy test on their first try. Toronto: 84%.
The red tick on each bar is the Toronto average. Source: Ontario Ministry of Education (2026), EQAO results.
Within 500 m (about a 6‑minute walk): no licensed child care centres and no EarlyON centres.
Source: City of Toronto Licensed Child Care Centres, EarlyON Child and Family Centres, and ChildCareSafe (Toronto Public Health inspections).
05Parks, trees and libraries near 123 Garratt Blvd
There are 2 parks and 2 playgrounds within 500 m. The nearest pool is Roding Community Centre, 1.9 km away.
Parks and community centres within 500 m
- Robert Leek Memorial Park · playground · 3 Hanover Rd · 423 m
- Stanley Greene Park · basketball court, firepit, outdoor fitness equipment, pickleball court · 55 Stanley Greene Blvd · 498 m
- Ancaster Park · ball diamond, pickleball court, playground, sports field · 43 Ancaster Rd · 545 m
- Ancaster Community Centre · wi-fi · 41 Ancaster Rd · 586 m
- Avro Park · 55 Keswick Rd · 758 m
Pools, courts and more
Also nearby
Source: City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Facilities, Registered Programs and Drop-In Programs, Tennis Courts, Outdoor and Indoor Ice Rinks, Washroom Facilities, Off-Leash Areas, Street Tree Data; Toronto Public Health SwimSafe and Beach Water Quality; Toronto Public Library branches.
Park space
Park projects nearby
- New Parks in Wilson District
Two planned parks coming to the Wilson District, adding 1.63 hectares (about the size of two soccer fields and five basketball courts) of new parkland. A new large 1.20-hectare park – roughly the size of a soccer field and 3 hockey rinks – is proposed to be located at the south end of the district.In progress · 1.3 km
City of Toronto: Green Spaces (parks, natural areas and conservation land; hydro corridors, golf courses, cemeteries and road verges aren’t counted); Park and Recreation Facility Projects within 1.5 km.
06The building at 123 Garratt Blvd
There are no short-term rental registrations on record for 123 Garratt Blvd. Here is what the City does have.
Source: Building Construction/Demolition Violations
Source: Building Permits · 84 on record
- Property standards, opened Aug 24, 2026: still open
- Property standards, opened Aug 22, 2026: still open
Source: Municipal Licensing and Standards investigations · complaints and the City’s follow-up
Source: Preliminary Zoning Reviews
Source: Heritage Register
Permit history: 12 projects from 25 permits (most recent 25 of 84)
- Other(TS) · permit issued · issued Oct 28, 2026
Proposal to construct a temporary air supported dome structure - Downsview Premeir Tennis Centre Pickleball CourtConvenience address is 2 Hanover Road · Permit 26 124325 - Temporary Structures · under review · issued Oct 13, 2026
Proposal to rebuild of north grandstand and quantity (9) Wayfinding Towers. installation will begin November 9th, 2026. · Permit 26 253399 - Temporary Structures · completed Oct 5, 2026
Proposal to construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers stadiumSet up: Aug. 28, 2026; Tear Down: Sept.18, 2026. · Permit 26 223655 - Temporary Structures · completed Sep 28, 2026
Construct temporary demountable grandstand for Rogers stadiumSet up: Aug. 18, 2026; Tear Down: Aug. 27, 2026. · Permit 26 221635 - Temporary Structures · completed Aug 26, 2026
Proposal for the construction of two temporary structure for BTS Concert · Permit 26 224718 - Temporary Structures · completed Sep 10, 2026
Proposal to Construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers stadiumSet up: Aug. 20, 2026; Tear Down: Aug. 27, 2026. · Permit 26 221733 - Temporary Structures · completed Sep 28, 2026
Construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers stadiumSet up: Aug. 8, 2026; Tear Down: Aug. 13, 2026. · Permit 26 216769 - Temporary Structures · completed Aug 5, 2026
Proposal to construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers Stadium. Installation date: August 1 2026, Removal date: August 7, 2026 · Permit 26 209996 - Temporary Structures · under review · issued Jul 31, 2026
Construct one temporary demountable structure - Brita ActivationSet up: Jul 29, 2026; Tear Down: Sept. 21, 2026. · Permit 26 211973 - Temporary Structures · completed Jul 29, 2026
Proposal to construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers Stadium. Install July 25, 2026, Tear Down July 30, 2026 · Permit 26 207663 - Temporary Structures · completed Jul 10, 2026
Proposal to construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers Stadium. Install June 26 2026, Tear Down June 30 2026 · Permit 26 190661 - Temporary Structures · completed Jun 16, 2026
Proposed Construct one temporary demountable stage for Rogers stadiumSet up: Jun. 14 2026; Tear Down: Jun 17, 2026. · Permit 26 182803
The lot
Measured from the City’s property boundary map. It’s compiled from records of varying age, so treat these as approximate; a survey is the legal measure.
07What can be built at 123 Garratt Blvd
This lot isn’t covered by the citywide zoning by-law (569-2013). It is still under a former municipal by-law from before amalgamation, which the City’s map shows in grey.
Special areas
Source: City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 (zone, height and lot coverage overlays), Heritage Conservation Districts, Major Transit Station Areas, Secondary Plans and Archaeological Potential. This is a summary, not a zoning review. Read the by-law and see the City’s map.
08Around the block
Stays of less than 28 days, like Airbnb. Most Toronto addresses (73%) have at least one short-term rental nearby.
Houses that rent individual rooms with shared kitchens or bathrooms. The City licenses them to enforce safety standards.
Vape Manor (vape shop), Izmir Fine Foods (take-out or food shop), Legend Fade Barber Shop (salon or personal services), and 5 more.
Homes in City-backed affordable housing projects that are approved or under way.
All new business licences in Downsview (8)
- Vape Manor · Vape shop · 1077 Wilson Ave · 1277 m · licensed Nov 5, 2026
- Izmir Fine Foods · Take-out or food shop · 2801 Keele St · 1124 m · licensed Oct 31, 2026
- Legend Fade Barber Shop · Salon or personal services · 902 Wilson Ave · 625 m · licensed Oct 28, 2026
- Destan Kebab House · Restaurant or bar · 1021 Wilson Ave · 1079 m · licensed Sep 29, 2026
- Mexico Market · Take-out or food shop · 724 Wilson Ave · 786 m · licensed Sep 15, 2026
- Two Brothers Shawarma · Restaurant or bar · 1077 Wilson Ave · 1277 m · licensed Sep 11, 2026
- Venezuela Bakery · Take-out or food shop · 3588 Dufferin St · 1163 m · licensed Sep 4, 2026
- Liberty Ovg Hospitality · Restaurant or bar · 123 Garratt Blvd · 0 m · licensed Aug 18, 2026
Affordable housing projects within 500 m (1)
| Address | Stage | Affordable homes | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 123 Garratt Blvd | Rezoning approved | 295 | 0 m |
Source: Affordable Housing Pipeline, Rental Housing Demolition and Conversion applications, Short Term Rentals Registration, Multi-Tenant (Rooming) House Licences, Business Licences and Permits (storefront types; owners’ personal names are never shown), POPS, and Daily Shelter Occupancy (Nov 10, 2026). Confidential shelter locations are not published.
Parking tickets on this block
1 ticket in 2025 on Garratt Blvd between numbers 73 and 173: 1 for other parking offences.
City of Toronto Parking Tickets, 2025. Placed by the street address the officer recorded.
Main street business area
Wilson Village BIA, which includes this address. Business Improvement Areas are local business associations that run street events and improvements.
City of Toronto Business Improvement Areas, within 400 m.
What neighbours report to 311
In the last 12 months, 1,789 service requests came from postal area M3K, which includes 123 Garratt Blvd. The most common:
| Tree emergency clean-up | 149 | |
| Long grass and weeds on private property | 65 | |
| Driveway blocked by plowed snow | 59 | |
| Damaged bin lids | 52 | |
| Amplified music or instrument noise | 52 | |
| Tree pruning | 47 |
City of Toronto 311 Service Requests, October 2025 to October 2026. 311 publishes only the first three characters of the postal code, so this covers the wider postal area. Counts reflect how often people call as well as how often problems happen.
09Risks and environment at 123 Garratt Blvd
Source: TRCA Regulation mapping 2025
Source: Non Regulated Lead Sample · 9 tests, May 22, 2014 to Aug 9, 2024
TRCA mapping is for screening, not site-specific decisions. Lead results are voluntary samples from homes in the postal area, not this address.
10The neighbourhood: Downsview
Downsview had 17,970 residents in 2021. The median household income was $82,000, about the same as the typical Toronto neighbourhood ($85,000). 47% of households rent (typical neighbourhood: 46%). 36% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 28% of workers commuted by transit and 4% walked or cycled (typical neighbourhood: 26% and 5%). The most common first languages other than English and French are Pilipino, Filipino (10.4%), Italian (10.0%) and Spanish (6.1%). Source: 2021 Census; the next census was taken in 2026.
Rents aren't published for single neighbourhoods. Across North York (the former City of North York), a two-bedroom in a purpose-built rental building averaged $1,915 a month in October 2025, up 1% from a year earlier. The Toronto average was $2,055. The vacancy rate was 2.6%. These averages include long-term tenants; new listings usually cost more.
| Average rent, October 2025 | North York | Change in a year | Toronto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,316 | +5% | $1,499 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,643 | 0% | $1,763 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,915 | +1% | $2,055 |
| 3 bedrooms or more | $2,196 | +2% | $2,361 |
Source: CMHC, Rental Market Survey (October 2025), purpose-built rental apartments, North York (the former City of North York). CMHC doesn’t publish rents for single neighbourhoods. Adapted by My Address in Toronto.
How Downsview compares with the rest of Toronto →Handy info
Garbage day: Wednesdays. Nov 18: garbage, green bin and yard waste. Nov 25: recycling and green bin. Green bin every week; garbage and recycling alternate.
Councillor: James Pasternak, Ward 6 York Centre · councillor_pasternak@toronto.ca · 416-392-1371
Source: Solid Waste Collection Schedule; City of Toronto elected officials, as of Nov 12, 2026.