18 York St
18 York St is in Harbourfront-CityPlace, on the City's Heritage Register. A 65‑storey building with shops is under review 248 m away.
Data as of Nov 11, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- An open by-law notice for graffiti (notice issued May 28, 2026).
- It is in a Heritage Conservation District (Union Station) (Part V).
- A 65-storey building with shops is under review, 248 m away.
- 19 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021; 10 involved pedestrians.
01What’s planned near 18 York St
7 planning proposals within 250 m (about a 3‑minute walk): seven in progress. That's more than at 95% of Toronto addresses.
In progress
- 1Split the lot18 D York St · 0 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Consent: permission to split a lot or change property lines
The City has received it. A hearing date hasn't been set yet.
To obtain consent to sever for the purpose of a lot addition (air rights). This application is associated with Consent Applications B0025/19TEY and B0027/19TEY.File B0026/19TEY · submitted Mar 13, 2019 · look it up on the City’s Application Information Centre - 2Split the lot18 D York St · 0 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Consent: permission to split a lot or change property lines
The City has received it. A hearing date hasn't been set yet.
To obtain consent to sever for the purpose of a lot addition (air rights). This application is associated with Consent Applications B0026/19TEY and B0027/19TEY.File B0025/19TEY · submitted Mar 13, 2019 · look it up on the City’s Application Information Centre - 3Split the lot18 D York St · 0 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Consent: permission to split a lot or change property lines
The City has received it. A hearing date hasn't been set yet.
To obtain consent to sever the property (air rights) into two properties. This application is associated with Consent Applications B0025/19TEY and B0026/19TEY.File B0027/19TEY · submitted Mar 13, 2019 · look it up on the City’s Application Information Centre
- 4Split the lot15 York St · 148 m awayCommittee of Adjustment · Consent: permission to split a lot or change property lines
The hearing was postponed. A new date hasn't been published yet.
To obtain a stratified consent to sever the property into two lots and to create various easements/rights-of-way.File B0005/26TEY · submitted Dec 18, 2025 · look it up on the City’s Application Information Centre - 5Site plan171 Front St W · 206 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.
InactiveFile 14 122781 STE 20 SA · submitted Feb 27, 2014 · look it up on the City’s Application Information Centre - 665-storey building with shops145 Wellington St W · 248 m awayRezoning: a request to change the Official Plan or zoning so something new can be built
City planners are reviewing it. Residents can comment before a decision is made.
Combined Official Plan Amendment (OPA) & Zoning By-law Amendment (ZBA) application for a proposal to amend By-law 1015-2022, the proposed 65-storey residential tower with ground floor retail. The proposal includes 54,010 sqaure metres of…Public notice · Nov 15, 2024Notice of Application - Under the Planning Act - 145 Wellington Street West and 53-55 Simcoe Street. Read the notice, which explains any meeting or appeal dates.File 24 229071 STE 10 OZ · submitted Oct 21, 2024 · City record and how to comment - 752-storey building with shops145 Wellington St W · 248 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 Control Application to facilitate a new mixed-use building comprised of a 13-storey podium, and a 52-storey residential tower above. Proposal includes 14,662 m² non-residential floor area and 472 new purpose-built rental units.…File 20 191102 STE 10 SA · submitted Sep 8, 2020 · 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.
Noise permits nearby
- Q Tower · 200 Queens Quay W
Continuous concrete pour · Rockwell Toronto ConstructionAug 28, 2026 to Feb 26, 2027
306 m away - Q Tower · 200 Queens Quay W
Construction · Rockwell Toronto ConstructionOct 9, 2026 to Feb 27, 2027 · 6 am to 5 pm
306 m away - Move out of display vehicles · 255 Front St W
OtherFeb 21 to Feb 22 · 6 pm to 5 am
372 m away
City of Toronto Noise Exemption Permits: permits that let a site go past the noise bylaw’s limits for a set time (amplified sound for an event, construction outside normal hours, a concrete pour). Upcoming and current permits within 600 m. Events run by individuals show their name only for street parties, festivals and markets.
02Safety near 18 York St
Police recorded 438 major crimes within 500 m of this address from Oct 2025 to Sep 2026. That's more than at almost all Toronto addresses. The table compares the neighbourhood's rates with Toronto's.
Harbourfront-CityPlace 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assaults | 315 near this address | 15% higher883 vs 768 per 100,000 | |
| Thefts over $5,000 | 32 near this address | About the same57 vs 61 per 100,000 | |
| Break-ins | 58 near this address | 25% lower142 vs 190 per 100,000 | |
| Robberies | 22 near this address | 39% lower48 vs 79 per 100,000 | |
| Car thefts | 11 near this address | 75% lower57 vs 225 per 100,000 |
Source: Toronto Police Service Public Safety Data Portal, Major Crime Indicators (Oct 4, 2025 to Sep 30, 2026) and Neighbourhood Crime Rates. Reported incidents only; police place each incident at the nearest intersection. Five-year trends for Harbourfront-CityPlace
Traffic safety
19 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021; 10 involved pedestrians, 2 involved cyclists and 2 were fatal. Most were on York St and Bay St. Harbourfront-CityPlace has more of these collisions per resident than most neighbourhoods.
- Harbour St at Bay St · Driver, seriously injured · Apr 24, 2026 · 477 m
- Queens Quay W at York St · Driver, seriously injured · Oct 25, 2025 · 388 m
- York St at Harbour St · Pedestrian, seriously injured · Sep 19, 2025 · 268 m
- Bay St at Front St W · Cyclist, seriously injured · Aug 16, 2025 · 429 m
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 | Harbourfront-CityPlace, per 100,000 residents | Compared with other neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shootings and firearm discharges | 0 | 11 | Higher than most |
| Bicycle thefts | 46 | 196 | Higher than most |
| Thefts from vehicles | 38 | 231 | 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 18 York St
The nearest subway station is Union Station (Line 1), about a 5‑minute walk (0.3 km). Within a 5‑minute walk there are 5 TTC stops served by the 510 and 509 streetcars and the 114 bus, with about 1,159 departures on a typical weekday. The nearest GO train station is Union Station GO, 0.3 km away, with 354 train stops on a weekday.
Source: TTC · Line 1 · about 5 min walk
Source: GO Transit · 354 train stops on a weekday
TTC and GO Transit schedules for a typical weekday (Nov 11, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 510 | 746 | 4.7 | more than most routes |
| 509 | 253 | 2.7 | fewer than most routes |
| 114 | 251 | 3.0 | 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.
Charging and bike parking
- EV charging: 40 York St
City-run (Green P): 12 Level 2 ports. Next: 2 Church St, 821 m.250 m - Indoor bike station: Union Station
Secure parking for 80 bikes.87 m
City of Toronto: City-operated EV charging stations (private chargers aren’t included); indoor bike stations, shown within 1.5 km.
04Schools and child care near 18 York St
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. Private schools within 1 km: Keystone International Schools. Source: Ontario Ministry of Education (2026), EQAO results.
Within 500 m (about a 6‑minute walk): seven licensed child care centres and no EarlyON centres.
Last health inspection Jan 8, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Jan 28, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Jan 6, 2026: pass (fail to provide current written policies on infection prevention and control).
Source: City of Toronto Licensed Child Care Centres, EarlyON Child and Family Centres, and ChildCareSafe (Toronto Public Health inspections).
05Parks, trees and libraries near 18 York St
There are 7 parks and 2 playgrounds within 500 m. The nearest pool is One Yonge Community Recreation Centre, 667 m away.
Parks and community centres within 500 m
- Olympic Park · 222 Bremner Blvd · 222 m
- Love Park · dog off-leash area · 96 Queens Quay W · 342 m
- Roundhouse Park · playground · 255 Bremner Blvd · 347 m
- Simcoe Park · 240 Front St W · 407 m
- Toronto Waterfront Park · Robertson Cres · 422 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
- Toronto Island Park Projects
Following City Council’s adoption of the Toronto Island Park Plan in July 2024, the City is moving forward with projects to enhance and protect the park over time, guided by the plan’s long-term vision.In progress · 629 m - Ferry Fleet Replacement
The City is improving access to Toronto Island Park by beginning to replace its ferry fleet with electric vessels, building supporting electrical infrastructure at Jack Layton Ferry Terminal and reviewing all existing operational practices.In progress · 651 m - Rees Street Park
A new park is coming to 318 Queens Quay. Learn more about the project and how you can get involved.In progress · 673 m - New Park at 50 Queens Quay East
A new park is coming to 50 Queens Quay E. near One Yonge Community Recreation Centre, as part of the Lower Yonge Precinct Plan.In progress · 761 m - New Park at 229 Richmond Street West
A new 2,600m2 park is coming to 229 Richmond St. W. The park site is currently leased to a restaurant and used as an outdoor patio.In progress · 900 m
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 18 York St
There are no building orders or short-term rental registrations on record for 18 York St. Here is what the City does have.
Source: Building Permits · 181 on record
- Graffiti, opened May 28, 2026: closed
- Graffiti, opened May 28, 2026: still open
- Graffiti, opened Jan 28, 2025: closed
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 181)
- Interior Alterations · not started · issued Nov 4, 2026
Proposed Interior alterations and partial change of use to convert a portion of existing office space into a coffee bar. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 265274 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Aug 13, 2026
Proposal for interior alteration · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 194158 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Jun 9, 2026
Proposal for office interior alterations. - 18th floor. · 2 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 177740 - Interior Alterations · completed Aug 21, 2026
Proposed upgrading of Exit signage · Permit 26 153614 - Sign Building Permit Related · permit issued · issued May 11, 2026
Application for a permit to erect and display ( 3)three first party wall sign, displaying static copy and illuminated.Dimensions:3 Wall Structure sign:6.85m L x 14.04m W x 0.65 m D at a height of… · Permit 26 155777 - Electromagnetic Locks · inspection · issued Mar 4, 2026
Proposal to install twelve (12) maglocks in total. ( 7 maglocks on 21st Floor, 5 maglocks on 22nd Floor) · Permit 26 124004 - Temporary Structures · permit issued · issued Dec 29, 2025
Proposal for temporary structure for 'Mucking Pit' structure at the Exhibition Station area · Permit 25 249215 - Interior Alterations · completed Jul 16, 2026
Proposal for interior alterations. · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 25 255258 - Other(FS) · completed Nov 5, 2026
Proposal for fire and security upgrades. · Permit 25 220445 - Fire Alarm · permit issued · issued Sep 3, 2025
Addition of one (1) fire alarm speaker strobe. Only fire alarm work, no other changes (to partition, ceiling, HVAC, etc.). · Permit 25 216354 - Electromagnetic Locks · completed Oct 27, 2025
Proposal for 4 new maglocks on 19th and 20th floors at elevator lobby.Lobby doors are Double Mags (single device). The other maglocks are all existing or remove/replace devices. · Permit 25 177856 - Interior Alterations · permit issued · issued Jun 12, 2025
Proposal to install a total of 14 phone booths (2 seats) on floors #5 to 12. ALL OTHER WORK REQUIRES SEPARATE PERMISSION. · Permit 25 174299
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.
Green roof and solar permits
No green roof or solar hot water permits at this address. Within 500 m: 9 with a green roof.
City of Toronto Building Permits: Green Roofs, and Solar Hot Water Heaters.
07What can be built at 18 York St
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. That's more than at almost all Toronto addresses.
Houses that rent individual rooms with shared kitchens or bathrooms. The City licenses them to enforce safety standards.
Bao House Fort York (restaurant or bar), Infinity Mart (take-out or food shop).
16 York Street (109 m), 123 Front Street West (200 m), 79 Wellington Street West (390 m), and 8 more.
Homes in City-backed affordable housing projects that are approved or under way.
Affordable housing projects within 500 m (1)
| Address | Stage | Affordable homes | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Queens Quay W | Under construction | 78 | 306 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 9, 2026). Confidential shelter locations are not published.
Traffic on your street
There’s no recent count on this street. The nearest, on a similar street:
City of Toronto Transportation Services: speed, volume and classification counts since 2016.
Parking tickets on this block
1,078 tickets in 2025 on York St between numbers 0 and 68: 570 for parking on a boulevard or private property, 220 for standing where it’s not allowed.
City of Toronto Parking Tickets, 2025. Placed by the street address the officer recorded.
Main street business area
Toronto Downtown West 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, 1,733 service requests came from postal area M5J, which includes 18 York St. The most common:
| Illegal dumping | 186 | |
| Amplified music or instrument noise | 153 | |
| Posters on City property | 96 | |
| Injured wildlife | 64 | |
| Taxi or limo complaint | 63 | |
| Sidewalk cleaning | 61 |
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 18 York St
Source: TRCA Regulation mapping 2025
Source: Non Regulated Lead Sample · 15 tests, Dec 13, 2014 to Mar 9, 2020
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: Harbourfront-CityPlace
Harbourfront-CityPlace had 28,135 residents in 2021. The median household income was $90,000, about the same as the typical Toronto neighbourhood ($85,000). 60% of households rent (typical neighbourhood: 46%). 44% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 24% of workers commuted by transit and 33% walked or cycled (typical neighbourhood: 26% and 5%). The most common first languages other than English and French are Mandarin (7.3%), Hindi (3.8%) and Spanish (3.8%). Source: 2021 Census; the next census was taken in 2026.
Rents aren't published for single neighbourhoods. Across central Toronto (the old City of Toronto, before the 1998 amalgamation), a two-bedroom in a purpose-built rental building averaged $2,457 a month in October 2025, up 6% from a year earlier. The Toronto average was $2,055. The vacancy rate was 3.2%. These averages include long-term tenants; new listings usually cost more.
| Average rent, October 2025 | Central Toronto | Change in a year | Toronto |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,526 | +2% | $1,499 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,914 | +4% | $1,763 |
| 2 bedrooms | $2,457 | +6% | $2,055 |
| 3 bedrooms or more | $3,195 | 0% | $2,361 |
Source: CMHC, Rental Market Survey (October 2025), purpose-built rental apartments, central Toronto (the old City of Toronto, before the 1998 amalgamation). CMHC doesn’t publish rents for single neighbourhoods. Adapted by My Address in Toronto.
How Harbourfront-CityPlace compares with the rest of Toronto →Handy info
Councillor: Ausma Malik, Ward 10 Spadina-Fort York · Councillor_Malik@toronto.ca · 416-392-4044
Source: Solid Waste Collection Schedule; City of Toronto elected officials, as of Nov 11, 2026.
Archive photos from near this address: myaddressintoronto.com/address/18-york-st#sec-history
