1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
1926 Lake Shore Blvd W is in South Parkdale. It's inside a TRCA flood hazard area and a 35‑storey building with 639 homes and shops is under review 224 m away.
Data as of Nov 12, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- 10 fire code violations in open inspections (most recent opened Feb 24, 2026).
- Inside a TRCA flood or shoreline hazard area: ask about flood insurance.
- A 35-storey building with 639 homes and shops is under review, 224 m away.
- Assaults and break-ins in South Parkdale were above the Toronto rate in 2025.
- Lead in tap-water samples is higher than average in postal area M6S.
01What’s planned near 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
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
- 135-storey building · 639 homes and shops21 Windermere Ave · 224 m awaySite plan: City review of the design and layout of a new building639 homes
City planners have been reviewing it since May. Residents can comment before a decision is made.
Site Plan Application regarding a 35-storey residential building with retail and community uses at-grade and a 20-storey residential building. The development includes 639 residential units, including rental replacement housing provided…File 26 164282 STE 04 SA · submitted May 21, 2026 · 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
- Private event · 34 Southport St
Continuous concrete pour · Southport Street DevelopmentAug 7, 2026 to Feb 12, 2027
491 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 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
Police recorded 38 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.
South Parkdale 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 | 29 near this address | 48% higher1,140 vs 768 per 100,000 | |
| Break-ins | 7 near this address | 27% higher240 vs 190 per 100,000 | |
| Robberies | 1 near this address | 13% lower69 vs 79 per 100,000 | |
| Thefts over $5,000 | 0 near this address | 25% lower46 vs 61 per 100,000 | |
| Car thefts | 1 near this address | 68% lower73 vs 225 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 South Parkdale
Traffic safety
2 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021. Most were on Gardiner Xwy E and Parkside Dr. South Parkdale has more of these collisions per resident than almost anywhere in Toronto.
- Gardiner Xwy E at Parkside Dr · Driver, seriously injured · Aug 11, 2025 · 385 m
- 107 the Queensway · Passenger, seriously injured · Apr 6, 2021 · 333 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 | South Parkdale, per 100,000 residents | Compared with other neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shootings and firearm discharges | 1 | 5 | About typical |
| Bicycle thefts | 4 | 137 | Higher than most |
| Thefts from vehicles | 4 | 195 | About typical |
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 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
The nearest subway station is Runnymede Station (Line 2), about a 30‑minute walk (1.9 km). Within a 5‑minute walk there are 10 TTC stops served by the 501 streetcar and the 80 and 77 buses, with about 1,144 departures on a typical weekday. The nearest GO train station is Bloor GO, 2.7 km away, with 68 train stops on a weekday.
Source: TTC · Line 2 · about 30 min walk
Source: GO Transit · 68 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 501 | 2,049 | 10.7 | more than most routes |
| 80 | 211 | 4.2 | about typical |
| 77 | 75 | 1.6 | 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: 265 Armadale Ave
City-run (Green P): 8 Level 2, 1 fast ports. Next: 430 Roncesvalles Ave, 2.2 km.2.0 km
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 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
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): one licensed child care centre and no EarlyON centres.
Last health inspection Feb 5, 2026: pass.
Source: City of Toronto Licensed Child Care Centres, EarlyON Child and Family Centres, and ChildCareSafe (Toronto Public Health inspections).
05Parks, trees and libraries near 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
There are 2 parks and 1 playground within 500 m. The nearest pool is Swansea Community Recreation Centre, 1.2 km away.
Parks and community centres within 500 m
- Sir Casimir Gzowski Park · beach, dog off-leash area, outdoor fitness equipment, picnic site · 2001 Lake Shore Blvd W · 141 m
- Sunnyside Bike Park · 3 Ellis Ave · 256 m
- Humber Bay Shores Park · 15 Marine Parade Dr · 635 m
- Palace Pier Park · 2025 Lake Shore Blvd W · 644 m
- Riverside Drive Parkette · 38 Kingsway · 782 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
- High Park Movement Strategy Implementation
The High Park Movement Strategy will rethink the travel network serving High Park in the context of the city's growing population, changing travel patterns, and the impacts of COVID-19.In progress · 1.2 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 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
There are no heritage listing or short-term rental registrations on record for 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W. Here is what the City does have.
Source: Residential Fire Inspection Results · last opened Feb 24, 2026
Source: Building Construction/Demolition Violations
Source: Building Permits · 22 on record
- Property standards, opened Jun 11, 2025: closed
Source: Municipal Licensing and Standards investigations · complaints and the City’s follow-up
Open fire code items (10)
- Check, Inspect and Test · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 1.1.2.1./6.5.5.7. Records of Test (Electrical Supervision) · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 1.1.2.1./6.5.5.3. Records of Test (Water Flow Test) · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 1.1.2.1./2.7.3.3.(3) Records of Test (Emergency Lighting) · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 2.2.3.2 Maintenance of closures · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 2.4.1.1 Accumulation of combustible materials · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 1.1.2.1./6.3.2.4. Records of Test (Voice Communication) · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 1.1.2.1./6.2.7.5. Records of Test (Fire Extinguishers) · opened Oct 2, 2024
- 1.1.2.1./6.3.2.2. Records of Test (Fire Alarm) · opened Oct 2, 2024
- Duty to maintain in operating condition · opened Oct 2, 2024
Permit history: 7 projects from 22 permits
- Electromagnetic Locks · completed Feb 23, 2024
Installation of three (3) mag locks located on 3rd floor & 10th floors · Permit 22 131504 - Demolition · completed Jun 5, 2020
Proposal to demolish existing sales centre · Permit 19 154612 - New Building · completed Jan 15, 2021
Proposal to construct 38 storey mixed use building consisting of two residential towers (condos), 9 storey podium containing parking, and ground floor retail. · 8 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 18 201963 - Partial Permit - Structural Framing · completed Jul 31, 2018
This Folder was closed by the system. PP child folders cannot be created using the 'Create Child' button.The n_ParentRSN was: 4421599 · Permit 18 202322 - Certified Tents · completed Jun 22, 2022
Proposal to install one certified temporary tent 30x75 frame tent (Cert# 14 240 257) to be erected Nov 24th and dismantled Nov 27th 2017. · Permit 17 260445 - New Building · completed Aug 3, 2018
Reivision 02 - Reducing the scope of workRevision #01 - Changes to the layout of the building.Construct one storey sales centre, including one storey building, paved parking area, paved walkway,… · 9 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 16 270534 - Sign Building Permit Related · completed May 10, 2018
To erect and display two development ground signs, each non-illuminated displaying static copy and measuring 3.60 m by 4.87 m at a height of 5.48 m. ** Mirabella** · Permit 16 224782
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
Building permits at this address included a green roof (2021). Within 500 m: 1 with a green roof.
City of Toronto Building Permits: Green Roofs, and Solar Hot Water Heaters.
07What can be built at 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
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.
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 about typical for Toronto (the typical address has 2).
Houses that rent individual rooms with shared kitchens or bathrooms. The City licenses them to enforce safety standards.
La Barbacha Mexican Food (restaurant or bar), Flame Wise Tattoo Collective (salon or personal services), 24/7 Vapes Kings (vape shop), and 3 more.
103 The Queensway (169 m), 15 Windermere Avenue (173 m), 91 The Queensway (174 m), and 1 more.
Homes in City-backed affordable housing projects that are approved or under way.
The City requires most demolished rental homes to be replaced at similar rents.
All new business licences in South Parkdale (6)
- La Barbacha Mexican Food · Restaurant or bar · 1647 Queen St W · 1766 m · licensed Oct 19, 2026
- Flame Wise Tattoo Collective · Salon or personal services · 219 Dufferin St · 3315 m · licensed Sep 21, 2026
- 24/7 Vapes Kings · Vape shop · 1265 King St W · 2967 m · licensed Sep 18, 2026
- Fuzion Vape Shop · Vape shop · 20 Joe Shuster Way · 3530 m · licensed Sep 8, 2026
- The Comfort Zone · Entertainment venue · 1371 Queen St W · 2625 m · licensed Aug 27, 2026
- Samosa Boulevard · Restaurant or bar · 1210 King St W · 3197 m · licensed Aug 20, 2026
Affordable housing projects within 500 m (2)
| Address | Stage | Affordable homes | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 Lakeshore Blvd W | Rezoning approved | 61 | 185 m |
| 21 Windermere Ave | Rezoning approved | 41 | 344 m |
Rental demolitions approved within 500 m (1)
- 1-154 Swansea Mews (21 Windermere Avenue) · 154 rental homes to be demolished, 154 replaced · 368 m · approved Mar 25, 2026 · City report
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
2,043 tickets in 2025 on Lake Shore Blvd W between numbers 1876 and 1976: 2,041 for parking on a boulevard or private property, 1 for stopping where it’s not allowed.
City of Toronto Parking Tickets, 2025. Placed by the street address the officer recorded.
What neighbours report to 311
In the last 12 months, 7,527 service requests came from postal area M6S, which includes 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W. The most common:
| Damaged bin lids | 429 | |
| Tree pruning | 285 | |
| Dead wildlife pickup | 259 | |
| Injured wildlife | 239 | |
| Hazardous waste pickup | 217 | |
| Sidewalk snow clearing | 203 |
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 1926 Lake Shore Blvd W
Source: TRCA Regulation mapping 2025
Source: Non Regulated Lead Sample · 640 tests, Feb 5, 2014 to Oct 12, 2026
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: South Parkdale
South Parkdale had 20,495 residents in 2021. The median household income was $57,200, lower than the typical Toronto neighbourhood ($85,000). 85% of households rent (typical neighbourhood: 46%). 42% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 42% of workers commuted by transit and 20% walked or cycled (typical neighbourhood: 26% and 5%). The most common first languages other than English and French are Tibetan (6.7%), Pilipino, Filipino (3.0%) and Portuguese (2.5%). 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 South Parkdale compares with the rest of Toronto →Handy info
Garbage day: Wednesdays. Nov 18: recycling and green bin. Nov 25: garbage, green bin and yard waste. Green bin every week; garbage and recycling alternate.
Councillor: Gord Perks, Ward 4 Parkdale-High Park · councillor_perks@toronto.ca · 416-392-7919
Source: Solid Waste Collection Schedule; City of Toronto elected officials, as of Nov 12, 2026.