14-storey building
138 Dowling Ave · South Parkdale · Ward 4 Parkdale-High Park
A request to approve the detailed design of a 14-storey building. It was submitted in March 2026. It was approved.
City file 26 127575 STE 04 SA · Data as of Nov 13, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- SubmittedMar 10, 2026
- DecisionApproved
- ThenBuilding permit
01Outcome
This application is decided, so no more comments are taken on it.
What happens next: Before construction can start, the building needs a building permit. When one is issued, it’s added to the timeline and Elsewhere on this site.
The City’s data shows the decision but not its date.02What was proposed
One 14-storey building.
- Height
- 14 storeys
- What it needed
- Site plan approval (the City’s review of the detailed design)
The applicant’s description
Proposal to construct a 14 storey residential purpose-built rental building.From the City’s development applications data, as written.
03Timeline
- Mar 10, 2026Application submitted to the City.
- Oct 21, 2026A related minor variance application is filed: Minor variance.
- —Approved. Date not in the City’s data.
04City files and documents
| Type | File | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site plan | File 26 127575 STE 04 SA | Approved | Documents and reports on the City’s site |
| Minor variance | File A0785/26TEY | In progress | See its page |
Plans, studies and staff reports and the decision are on the City’s Application Information Centre. We link to them rather than copy them.
Earlier at this address
- 16-storey building · 2025 · closed · City record
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06Quick answers about this application
What is proposed at 138 Dowling Ave?
One 14-storey building, 14 storeys, under City file 26 127575 STE 04 SA. Source: Development Applications, as of Nov 13, 2026.
Was the 138 Dowling Ave development approved?
Yes. Approved. Source: Development Applications, as of Nov 13, 2026.
When will it be built?
No date yet. It still needs a building permit, and none had been issued as of Nov 13, 2026. Source: Development Applications and Building Permits.
Who is the councillor for 138 Dowling Ave?
Gord Perks, Ward 4 Parkdale-High Park. Source: City Wards and Councillors, as of Nov 13, 2026.
Sources: City of Toronto Development Applications, Committee of Adjustment Applications, Public Notices and Building Permits (Open Data, updated nightly). Not legal advice. Something wrong? Tell us.