1) Barely on topic.
2) True.
3) Huh. I didn't know those existed.
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2) True.
3) Huh. I didn't know those existed.
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drum118
Superstar
Feb 14
There was an excavator sitting on site as I was heading into Toronto from Burlington.
There was an excavator sitting on site as I was heading into Toronto from Burlington.
W. K. Lis
Superstar
Some people actually buy houses or condos (especially the higher floors) that overlook cemeteries thinking that the view will always be green space. Surprise, they may build multifloor mausoleums.
urbandreamer
recession proof
I really think this development is inappropriate for the site. It would be better for a beautiful stone or brick midrise--ie under 10 storeys--on this site. Retail here is likely to be a failure.
Platform 27
Active Member
Under 10 storeys a preferable form for a site not just near, but right next to, a busy transit station?
W. K. Lis
Superstar
A high-rise building right next door to a GO station is exactly what is needed. Now if only they could replace the GO parking lot with a parking garage.
Long Island Mike
Senior Member
ES: This is a great example of transit-oriented development...This building being situated at the Mimico GO Station should make these
condos and apartments perfect for a commuter...This location can practically sell itself...
LI MIKE
drum118
Superstar
This project will also see part of GO Parking lot being part of it as well the station itself. Therefore, it should be taller than 10s.
As for the cemeteries, there no more room for people living there.
urbandreamer
recession proof
You could get triple the density here with buildings less than 10 storeys tall. You could infact create a cool little 'hood here with a mix of double or triple stacked towns, 6-10 storey buildings etc. Mimico GO is not the same context as Front and Spadina.
The cemetery is beautiful and historic--Mimico on the Go should reflect that history not deny it.
The cemetery is beautiful and historic--Mimico on the Go should reflect that history not deny it.
Gotzvon
Active Member
Hard to believe this is the area surrounding a rapid transit stop. It's nice to see areas like this and Kipling Station finally getting some density.
khris
Senior Member
What's with the pirate flag? Haha.
Conrad Black
Senior Member
Agreed. Good to see work starting.
300SRT8
Active Member
Is it just me or is this project moving very slowly?
I drive past the site once a week and nothing much seems to be going on, they aren't even below grade
I'd assume the projected occupancy date has been pushed back at this rate, definitely don't see an occupancy of spring 2016
I drive past the site once a week and nothing much seems to be going on, they aren't even below grade
I'd assume the projected occupancy date has been pushed back at this rate, definitely don't see an occupancy of spring 2016
vegeta_skyline
Senior Member
I'd agree 26 is a little too much, something in the 18-20 story range would of been more suitable for the location. But expecting 10 or less is unrealistic since the precedent for a little more has already been set by the 16 story building across the street.