197 Yonge St
197 Yonge St is in Downtown Yonge East, on the City's Heritage Register. It's outside TRCA flood hazard areas and there are 15 planning applications nearby (14 under review, one under appeal).
Data as of Nov 8, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- 2 fire code violations in open inspections (most recent opened Oct 1, 2025).
- 9 building permits in the last 5 years.
- It is individually designated under the Ontario Heritage Act (Part IV).
- Outside TRCA flood hazard areas.
- 15 planning applications within 250 m: 14 under review, one under appeal.
03The building
9 building permits in the last 5 years, for 2 projects. Together they added 697 new homes. 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 is individually designated under the Ontario Heritage Act (Part IV). Changes to its heritage features need a heritage permit from the City.
Open fire code items (2)
- Fire Alarm Maintenance · opened Oct 1, 2025
- Check, Inspect and Test · opened Oct 1, 2025
Permit history: 11 projects from 25 permits (most recent 25 of 32)
- Garage Repair/Reconstruction · completed Feb 23, 2026
Replacement of three (3) exterior doors. Removal and infilling of one (1) exterior door. Re-slope interlocking pavers in front of exterior doors. Installation of new trench drain. · Permit 25 222226 - Interior Alterations · completed Mar 5, 2026
REV: Proposal for interior alterations to a base building shell commercial space to be converted into a new premises used for an office tenant. This new office tenant will be located on Level 2 &… · 7 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 24 140590 - Alternative Solution · completed Feb 10, 2021
The project is a multi-use residential building (Massey Tower) located at 197 Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario. The first and second storeys of the building are proposed to contain commercial suites… · Permit 20 215303 - Alternative Solution · completed Jan 10, 2020
Alternative solution for " Exposure Protection " see application form for details - see 13 237742 · Permit 19 247166 - Alternative Solution · completed Sep 5, 2019
Proposed alternative solution to adjust car elevator protection guards in parking garage. · Permit 19 180195 - Alternative Solution · completed Aug 12, 2019
Application to use grade tp304 sch 10 stainless steel (ss) pipe as alternate to type l copper for domestic water main riser for added safety of higher working pressure rating of ss pipe (listed @… · Permit 19 150623 - Sign Building Permit Related · completed Sep 14, 2020
To erect and display three non-illuminated wall signs displaying static copy on the first storey of the westerly elevation, two measuring 0.81 m by 0.91 m and one measuring 0.89 m by 0.28 m. ****THE… · Permit 19 120352 - Electromagnetic Locks · completed Sep 12, 2019
Proposal to install magnetic locks for the floowing doors: 2nd level bsement, #0201A & #0201B; 8th level, #803 · Permit 19 113149 - New Building · completed Apr 17, 2026
Revision - 03 Structural repair of foundation wall concrete delamination located in stairway L. Floor B3Proposal to construct a new 60 storey mixed use building (plus a mechanical penthouse and an… · 9 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 13 237742 - Alternative Solution · completed Sep 27, 2018
Alternative Solution for unprotected window opening - sprinklers · Permit 17 146414 - Alternative Solution · completed Feb 28, 2017
Alternative Solution in connection to active Building Permit 13 237742 BLD for standpipe and hose system. Also see separate ALT for floor openings in automated garage system. · Permit 17 103350
04Risks and the ground
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 M5B, 0 of 17 home tap-water samples (0%) tested above Ontario's limit for lead (10 micrograms per litre). That's too few samples to compare with the rest of the city. Health Canada recommends a stricter limit of 5 micrograms per litre: 1 samples here (5.9%) 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
15 active planning applications within 250 m (about a 3-minute walk): 14 under review, one under appeal. That's more than at 9 in 10 Toronto addresses.
- 1237 Victoria St · 32 m awayOfficial Plan / Rezoning: 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.
Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment applications for a 24 storey tower with a total of 256 residential dwelling units and a total gross floor area of approximately 17,826 square metres, including 17,410 square metres of…File 22 198781 STE 13 OZ · submitted Sep 1, 2022 · City record - 2237 Victoria St · 32 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 Approval application for a 24 storey tower with a total of 256 residential dwelling units and a total gross floor area of approximately 17,826 square metres, including 17,410 square metres of residential GFA and 416 square…File 22 198780 STE 13 SA · submitted Sep 1, 2022 · City record - 3247 Yonge St · 75 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 Approval for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102470 STE 13 SA · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 4247 Yonge St · 75 m awayOfficial Plan / Rezoning: 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 & Zoning By-law Amendment for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102468 STE 13 OZ · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 533 Dundas St E · 75 m awayCondominium: a request to divide a building into condominium units
City planners are reviewing it. Residents can comment before a decision is made.
Draft Plan of Condominium Standard (Technical Stream) for two unitsFile 25 233767 STE 13 CD · submitted Oct 1, 2025 · City record - 6245 Yonge St · 79 m awayOfficial Plan / Rezoning: 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 & Zoning By-law Amendment for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102468 STE 13 OZ · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 7245 Yonge St · 79 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 Approval for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102470 STE 13 SA · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 8243 Yonge St · 83 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 Approval for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102470 STE 13 SA · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 9243 Yonge St · 83 m awayOfficial Plan / Rezoning: 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 & Zoning By-law Amendment for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102468 STE 13 OZ · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 10241 Yonge St · 85 m awayOfficial Plan / Rezoning: 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 & Zoning By-law Amendment for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102468 STE 13 OZ · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 11241 Yonge St · 85 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 Approval for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102470 STE 13 SA · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record - 12239 Yonge St · 91 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 Approval for a 67-storey mixed use building with 787 square metres of non-residential uses at grade. A total of 774 residential units are proposed.File 25 102470 STE 13 SA · submitted Jan 8, 2025 · City record
72 homes within 250 m are registered with the City as short-term rentals (stays of less than 28 days, like Airbnb). That's more than at almost all Toronto addresses.
Development Applications; Committee of Adjustment Applications; Short Term Rentals Registration.
02City services
05Quick answers about 197 Yonge St
Is 197 Yonge St 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.
Does 197 Yonge St have open fire code violations?
Yes. 2 violations are recorded in open fire inspections, the most recent opened Oct 1, 2025. Source: Residential Fire Inspection Results.
What is being built near 197 Yonge St?
There are 15 active planning applications within 250 metres (14 under review, one under appeal). The closest is at 237 Victoria St, 32 m away. Source: Development Applications; Committee of Adjustment Applications.
Has 197 Yonge St been renovated?
Yes. The City has 32 building permits on record, 9 in the last 5 years. Source: Building Permits.
Is 197 Yonge St a heritage property?
Yes. It is individually designated under the Ontario Heritage Act (Part IV). Changes to its heritage features need a heritage permit from the City. Source: Heritage Register.
Answers are generated from the data on this page and update when the data changes.
06From the archives
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