Minor variance
1423 Dufferin St · Junction-Wallace Emerson · Ward 9 Davenport
The owner is asking for exceptions to the zoning rules to alter the development standards for the nine-storey mixed-use building (approved in Site Specific Zoning By-Law 341-2026), by reducing the required minimum gross floor area for non-residential uses. The Committee of Adjustment hears it on Wednesday, December 2. Neighbours can send comments or speak at the hearing.
City file A0738/26TEY · Data as of Nov 13, 2026 · Every item lists its source
- SubmittedOct 19, 2026
- Notice to neighboursHearing scheduled
- NowComments open until Nov 25
- NextHearing Dec 2
- ThenDecision; appeals until Dec 22
01Have your say
- Write your comments, mentioning file A0738/26TEY and the address.
- Email them as a PDF to the Committee of Adjustment (Toronto and East York panel) by the deadline. How to submit, on the City’s site
- To speak at the hearing, online or in person, register with the Committee. How to take part
02What’s proposed
To alter the development standards for the nine-storey mixed-use building (approved in Site Specific Zoning By-Law 341-2026), by reducing the required minimum gross floor area for non-residential uses, reducing the size of the outdoor amenity spaces (ground level courtyard), reducing the size of the rooftop terrace amenity space, and modifying the size and setbacks of the mechanical penthouse and including indoor amenity space on the rooftop. Also, to increase the height of average grade (the geodetic height of the site at ground level). There will be a total of 60 residential dwelling units (purpose built rental units) and one commercial unit on the lot. A related Site Plan Control application (File Number 20 26 210726 STE 09 SA) is currently under review.
The application’s description, from the City’s Committee of Adjustment data. A minor variance is permission for a small exception to the zoning rules, such as height or lot coverage.
03Timeline
- Oct 19, 2026Application submitted to the City.
- Dec 2, 2026Committee of Adjustment hearing.
04City files and documents
| Type | File | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor variance | File A0738/26TEY | In progress | The City’s Application Information Centre |
| Site plan | File 26 210726 STE 09 SA | In progress | See its page |
Plans, studies and staff reports are on the City’s Application Information Centre. We link to them rather than copy them.
Earlier at this address
- 9-storey building · 2025 · closed · City record
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06Quick answers about this application
When is the Committee of Adjustment hearing for 1423 Dufferin St?
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., online or at Committee Room 2, Second Floor, Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen Street W, M5H 2N2. Source: Committee of Adjustment Applications, as of Nov 13, 2026.
What is the deadline to comment?
4:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 25, 2026: five business days before the hearing. Email comments as a PDF to the Committee of Adjustment. Source: City of Toronto, Committee of Adjustment participation rules.
What is being built at 1423 Dufferin St?
To alter the development standards for the nine-storey mixed-use building (approved in Site Specific Zoning By-Law 341-2026), by reducing the required minimum gross floor area for non-residential uses, reducing the size of the outdoor amenity spaces (ground… (file A0738/26TEY). Source: Committee of Adjustment Applications, as of Nov 13, 2026.
Who is the councillor for 1423 Dufferin St?
Alejandra Bravo, Ward 9 Davenport. 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.