25 York St
25 York St is in St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands. There are 4 planning proposals within 250 m.
Data as of Nov 11, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- In the Union Station heritage conservation district: exterior changes need heritage approval.
- Assaults and thefts over $5,000 in St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands were above the Toronto rate in 2025.
- 19 collisions killed or seriously injured someone within 500 m since 2021; 10 involved pedestrians.
01What’s planned near 25 York St
4 planning proposals within 250 m (about a 3‑minute walk): four in progress. That's more than at most Toronto addresses (the typical address has 1).
In progress
- 1Split the lot18 D York St · 87 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 · 87 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 · 87 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 · 124 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
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
330 m away - Q Tower · 200 Queens Quay W
Construction · Rockwell Toronto ConstructionOct 9, 2026 to Feb 27, 2027 · 6 am to 5 pm
330 m away - Move out of display vehicles · 255 Front St W
OtherFeb 21 to Feb 22 · 6 pm to 5 am
449 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.
02Street work near 25 York St
No new City road or sidewalk work is planned within 500 m. The work below was due earlier and is still on the City’s list.
Source: City of Toronto Road Reconstruction, Road Resurfacing and Sidewalk Construction programs (planned work within 500 m), and Utility Cut Permits. Dates are the City’s plan and can move. “Carried over” means the work was due earlier and is still listed.
03Safety near 25 York St
Police recorded 479 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.
St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands 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 | 335 near this address | 38% higher1,060 vs 768 per 100,000 | |
| Thefts over $5,000 | 36 near this address | 29% higher78 vs 61 per 100,000 | |
| Robberies | 24 near this address | 23% higher96 vs 79 per 100,000 | |
| Break-ins | 73 near this address | 14% lower164 vs 190 per 100,000 | |
| Car thefts | 11 near this address | 89% lower25 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 St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands
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. St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands has more of these collisions per resident than most neighbourhoods.
- Harbour St at Bay St · Driver, seriously injured · Apr 24, 2026 · 401 m
- Queens Quay W at York St · Driver, seriously injured · Oct 25, 2025 · 389 m
- York St at Harbour St · Pedestrian, seriously injured · Sep 19, 2025 · 264 m
- Bay St at Front St W · Cyclist, seriously injured · Aug 16, 2025 · 363 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 | St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands, per 100,000 residents | Compared with other neighbourhoods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shootings and firearm discharges | 0 | 6 | About typical |
| Bicycle thefts | 55 | 473 | Higher than most |
| Thefts from vehicles | 48 | 249 | 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.
04Getting around from 25 York St
The nearest subway station is Union Station (Line 1), about a 4‑minute walk (0.3 km). Within a 5‑minute walk there are 8 TTC stops served by the 510 and 509 streetcars and the 114, 19 and 97 buses, with about 1,864 departures on a typical weekday. The nearest GO train station is Union Station GO, 0.2 km away, with 354 train stops on a weekday.
Source: TTC · Line 1 · about 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | 251 | 3.0 | fewer than most routes |
| 510 | 746 | 4.7 | more than most routes |
| 509 | 253 | 2.7 | fewer than most routes |
| 19 | 170 | 4.9 | more than most routes |
| 97 | 538 | 8.5 | more 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, 736 m.267 m - Indoor bike station: Union Station
Secure parking for 80 bikes.0 m
City of Toronto: City-operated EV charging stations (private chargers aren’t included); indoor bike stations, shown within 1.5 km.
05Schools and child care near 25 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): six licensed child care centres and no EarlyON centres.
Last health inspection Jan 28, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Jan 8, 2026: pass.
Last health inspection Jan 8, 2026: pass.
Source: City of Toronto Licensed Child Care Centres, EarlyON Child and Family Centres, and ChildCareSafe (Toronto Public Health inspections).
06Parks, trees and libraries near 25 York St
There are 5 parks and 1 playground within 500 m. The nearest pool is One Yonge Community Recreation Centre, 582 m away.
Parks and community centres within 500 m
- Olympic Park · 222 Bremner Blvd · 308 m
- Love Park · dog off-leash area · 96 Queens Quay W · 324 m
- Toronto Waterfront Park · Robertson Cres · 417 m
- Roundhouse Park · playground · 255 Bremner Blvd · 426 m
- Simcoe Park · 240 Front St W · 476 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 · 577 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 · 591 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 · 679 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 · 748 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 · 943 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.
07The building at 25 York St
There are no heritage listing or short-term rental registrations on record for 25 York St. Here is what the City does have.
Source: Building Construction/Demolition Violations
Source: Building Permits · 268 on record
- Property standards, opened Jan 5, 2026: closed
Source: Municipal Licensing and Standards investigations · complaints and the City’s follow-up
Source: Preliminary Zoning Reviews
Permit history: 12 projects from 25 permits (most recent 25 of 268)
- Building Permit Related(FS) · application acceptable · issued Oct 30, 2026
Proposal for electromagnetic locks · Permit 26 262699 - Building work · revision issued · issued Aug 21, 2026
REV 01 - changes as per drawings · Permit 18 213575 - Sign Building Permit Related · completed Oct 5, 2026
To erect and display two non illuminated Overhanging Structure Sign.***ARIA*** · Permit 26 215823 - Interior Alterations · inspection · issued Aug 13, 2026
Proposal for interior alteration of the existing restaurant.Scope of work includes alteration for new equipment and relocation of the hand sink · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 218377 - Interior Alterations · permit issued · issued Aug 12, 2026
Proposed interior alterations to floors 21 & 22.See also 26-189706 BLD 00 BA · 4 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 214290 - Building work · completed Jul 29, 2026
Proposed installation of electromagnetic hold-open devices on ground-floor Galleria Entrance. · Permit 26 210649 - Interior Demolition · permit issued · issued Jul 2, 2026
Interior demolition to the 21st and 22nd floor for futuer tennants.. · Permit 26 189706 - Interior Alterations · permit issued · issued May 20, 2026
Proposed interior alteration of existing space - for existing Tenant. Scope of work includes interior partitioning, millwork, interior finishing, upgrades to life safety, lighting, power and date,… · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 26 157466 - Building work · completed Oct 29, 2026
Stand-alone exterior canopy and extension of the patio, Aria Ristorante (accessory structure) · Permit 26 153038 - Interior Alterations · completed Jul 13, 2026
add new sink & wellness room on 27th floor. proposal for building of new meeting spaces, open office work areas, an internal town hall space, kitchenettes, a reception, and support… · 3 permits in this project (such as building, plumbing and heating) · Permit 25 255579 - Sprinklers · inspection · issued Apr 21, 2026
Add and relocate sprinklers and relocate existing fire hose cabinets within Floors 25-27. · Permit 26 132123 - Electromagnetic Locks · completed May 28, 2026
Replace power supply for the five existing mag-locks, due to alteration / renovation to the existing building Fire & Security Upgrade. · Permit 26 138381
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: 10 with a green roof.
City of Toronto Building Permits: Green Roofs, and Solar Hot Water Heaters.
08What can be built at 25 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.
09Around 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.
Hair TV Studio (salon or personal services), Touche (salon or personal services), Arvento Pizza (take-out or food shop), and 9 more.
16 York Street (157 m), 123 Front Street West (224 m), 45 and 141 Bay Street (311 m), and 8 more.
Homes in City-backed affordable housing projects that are approved or under way.
All new business licences in St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands (12)
- Hair TV Studio · Salon or personal services · 145 Front St E · 1201 m · licensed Nov 3, 2026
- Touche · Salon or personal services · 455 Front St E · 2237 m · licensed Oct 30, 2026
- Arvento Pizza · Take-out or food shop · 25 York St · 0 m · licensed Oct 28, 2026
- Le Meridien Toronto Pinnacle Hotel · Entertainment venue · 1 Yonge St · 563 m · licensed Oct 21, 2026
- Billy's Bodega · Restaurant or bar · 55 Mill St · 1911 m · licensed Oct 21, 2026
- Indigo Park · Parking lot · 141 Bay St · 365 m · licensed Oct 19, 2026
- Epic On the Go · Take-out or food shop · 81 Bay St · 268 m · licensed Oct 7, 2026
- Pur & Simple · Restaurant or bar · 1 York St · 245 m · licensed Oct 7, 2026
- Pizzaville · Restaurant or bar · 190 Queens Quay E · 1334 m · licensed Oct 3, 2026
- D'luxury Spa & Lounge · Salon or personal services · 16 Lower Jarvis St · 937 m · licensed Sep 15, 2026
- Dear Saigon · Take-out or food shop · 65 Front St W · 229 m · licensed Sep 1, 2026
- Divino · Take-out or food shop · 23 Merchants' Wharf · 1380 m · licensed Aug 26, 2026
Affordable housing projects within 500 m (2)
| Address | Stage | Affordable homes | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 200 Queens Quay W | Under construction | 78 | 330 m |
| 20 Front St W | Rezoning approved | 16 | 447 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
1,505 tickets in 2025 on York St between numbers 0 and 75: 570 for parking on a boulevard or private property, 359 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 25 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.
10Risks and environment at 25 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.
11The neighbourhood: St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands
St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands had 31,285 residents in 2021. The median household income was $87,000, about the same as the typical Toronto neighbourhood ($85,000). 60% of households rent (typical neighbourhood: 46%). 39% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. 22% of workers commuted by transit and 37% walked or cycled (typical neighbourhood: 26% and 5%). The most common first languages other than English and French are Mandarin (5.7%), Spanish (2.8%) and Cantonese (2.8%). 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 St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands 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.
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