139 Sheppard Ave E
139 Sheppard Ave E is in Avondale. It's outside TRCA flood hazard areas and there are 11 planning applications nearby (seven approved, one under review, one waiting for a hearing date, two others).
Data as of Nov 8, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- 9 building permits in the last 5 years.
- Outside TRCA flood hazard areas.
- 11 planning applications within 250 m: seven approved, one under review, one waiting for a hearing date, two others.
03The building
9 building permits in the last 5 years, for 4 projects. For comparison, about 1 in 10 Toronto addresses had any permit in that time. Permits show work the City approved; they don't show work done without a permit.
It isn't listed or designated on the City's Heritage Register.
Permit history: 6 projects from 18 permits
- Addition(s) · completed Apr 2, 2026
Proposal for second floor addition to the existing building where currently outdoor terrace is located. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 25 184909 - Sprinklers · refusal notice · issued Sep 22, 2025
Proposed interior alterations for dental unit - sprinkler · Permit 25 228848 - Interior Alterations · completed Nov 14, 2025
Proposed interior tenant fit-out in vacant unit for new dental office. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 25 185922 - Interior Alterations · completed Dec 21, 2022
Proposal for interior fit-out of a retail unit for a new pharmacy and medical offices · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 21 232183 - Demolition · completed Jan 9, 2023
Demolition of an existing 2-storey dwelling to construct 2-storey medical building with 2 retail units on level 1 and a medical office on level 2 with ground level parking and an exterior terrace on… · Permit 19 105747 - New Building · completed Dec 21, 2022
Rev 01 - Changes as drawings · 7 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 19 105632
04Risks and environment
TRCA's maps show this address is outside the areas that could flood from rivers in a major storm (TRCA plans for a storm like Hurricane Hazel in 1954) and outside lake shoreline hazards. Basement flooding from overloaded sewers can still happen anywhere in the city.
In postal area M2N, 1 of 133 home tap-water samples (0.8%) tested above Ontario's limit for lead (10 micrograms per litre). Across Toronto, 2.0% of samples did, so M2N is lower than the city overall. Health Canada recommends a stricter limit of 5 micrograms per litre: 1 samples here (0.8%) were above it. These are voluntary tests, mostly from older homes, so they don't tell you about this house. Lead comes from old pipes and plumbing, not the City's treatment plants. If your home was built before the mid-1950s, you can get a free test kit by calling 311.
TRCA mapping is for screening, not site-specific decisions. Lead results are voluntary samples from homes in the postal area, not this address.
01What’s changing nearby
11 active planning applications within 250 m (about a 3-minute walk): seven approved, one under review, one waiting for a hearing date, two others. That's more than at 9 in 10 Toronto addresses.
- 1150 Greenfield Ave · 179 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
City planners approved the site plan, with conditions to meet before a building permit.
Site Plan Control Amendment related to 16 163131 NNY 23 SA.Amendment is to insert an additional drawing into the Agreement to allow the City to undertake its obligation to insure a portion of the landsFile 26 176723 NNY 18 SA · submitted Jun 3, 2026 · City record - 227 Craigmore Cres · 179 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Minor variance: permission to bend a zoning rule, such as height, size or setbacks
The City has received it. A hearing date hasn't been set yet.
File · submitted Nov 4, 2026 - 31 Leona Dr · 193 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Minor variance: permission to bend a zoning rule, such as height, size or setbacks
The Committee of Adjustment refused it on Mar 9, 2017. It has been appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (formerly the OMB), which will make the final decision.
To construct a new two-storey dwelling. The existing dwelling would be demolished. Please note this application was previously deferred Thursday, October 6, 2016, in order to allow the applicant an opportunity to revise their application.File A0769/16NY · submitted Aug 31, 2016 - 4163 Maplehurst Ave · 215 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
It has been approved.
Construct two 4-storey (rental) apartment buildings with a total of 74 dwelling units.File 16 163131 NNY 23 SA · submitted May 27, 2016 · City record - 5145 Sheppard Ave E · 219 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
City planners are reviewing it. Residents can comment before a decision is made.
Site Plan application to construct an 11 storey mixed use building with at grade retail and an underground parking garage. The proposal includes a total of 55 residential units and 6,305 sq.m of residential gross floor area and 205 sq.m…File 17 264570 NNY 23 SA · submitted Nov 20, 2017 · City record - 6160 Greenfield Ave · 230 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
It has been approved.
Construct two 4-storey (rental) apartment buildings with a total of 74 dwelling units.File 16 163131 NNY 23 SA · submitted May 27, 2016 · City record - 7160 Greenfield Ave · 230 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
City planners approved the site plan, with conditions to meet before a building permit.
Site Plan Control Amendment related to 16 163131 NNY 23 SA.Amendment is to insert an additional drawing into the Agreement to allow the City to undertake its obligation to insure a portion of the landsFile 26 176723 NNY 18 SA · submitted Jun 3, 2026 · City record - 8181 Sheppard Ave E · 235 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
It has been approved.
Proposal for a 10-storey building with 230 units and 1,750 square metres of ground floor retail including a beer store. The proposal also includes a 4 level underground garage including 218 parking spaces.File 16 225701 NNY 23 SA · submitted Sep 20, 2016 · City record - 9204 Greenfield Ave · 236 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Minor variance: permission to bend a zoning rule, such as height, size or setbacks
The hearing was postponed. A new date hasn't been published yet.
To construct a new detached dwelling with a front porch, rear deck, and walkout. Please note, on January 22, 2026, the application was deferred to address comments from the Planning Department.File A0504/25NY · submitted Nov 20, 2025 - 10166 Sheppard Ave E · 243 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
It has been approved.
Construct two 4-storey (rental) apartment buildings with a total of 74 dwelling units.File 16 163131 NNY 23 SA · submitted May 27, 2016 · City record - 11150 Maplehurst Ave · 246 m awaySite Plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building
It has been approved.
Construct two 4-storey (rental) apartment buildings with a total of 74 dwelling units.File 16 163131 NNY 23 SA · submitted May 27, 2016 · City record
4 homes within 250 m are registered with the City as short-term rentals (stays of less than 28 days, like Airbnb). That's about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 2).
Development Applications; Committee of Adjustment Applications; Short Term Rentals Registration.
02City services
Next: November 13: garbage, green bin and yard waste. November 20: recycling and green bin. Green bin goes out every week; garbage and recycling alternate.
05Quick answers about 139 Sheppard Ave E
Is 139 Sheppard Ave E in a flood plain?
No. TRCA maps it outside river flood and lake shoreline hazard areas. Basement flooding from sewers can still happen anywhere. Source: TRCA Regulation mapping 2025.
What is being built near 139 Sheppard Ave E?
There are 11 active planning applications within 250 metres (seven approved, one under review, one waiting for a hearing date, two others). The closest is at 150 Greenfield Ave, 179 m away. Source: Development Applications; Committee of Adjustment Applications.
Has 139 Sheppard Ave E been renovated?
Yes. The City has 18 building permits on record, 9 in the last 5 years. Source: Building Permits.
Is 139 Sheppard Ave E a heritage property?
No. It isn't listed or designated on the City's Heritage Register. Source: Heritage Register.
When is garbage day at 139 Sheppard Ave E?
Collection is on Fridays. Green bin goes out every week; garbage and recycling alternate weeks. The next garbage pickup is Nov 13, 2026. Source: Solid Waste Collection Schedule.
Answers are generated from the data on this page and update when the data changes.
06From the archives
No archive photos have been located within 250 metres yet.
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