Not great; way too monotonous.
Aside from that, the proposal actually reduces natural(ish) and floodplain areas, and while I can't be sure, it may have potential issues around water table.
It also makes a number of assumptions about future transportation infrastructure that simply isn't in place, under construction or even committed to today.
All in all........this is a NO for me.
Aesthetics aside; there is are several issues to iron out.
The transportation study actually discusses TTC Ellesmere station, which to my mind is absurd as no one believes this will be there in 10 years.
Here's what's needed, in my opinion.
1) Block six either has to come out, or be downsized to enlarge the floodplain/natural area.
2)If Block six is retained, then Tier 2 Green Standard must be obtained in terms of green roof, and other measures to reduce storm water.
3) I would also like to see the finished natural heritage plan for the site prior to approval.
3)Parking has to be reduced. In order to achieve this, a substantial number of contemplated
projects must be in the process of delivery. Notably, enhanced transit on Sheppard East, a proper road connection to Sheppard Avenue (with sidewalks and bike lanes) and the SSE issue must have been settled, further to which, improved surface transit on Kennedy must be offered, as the RT alignment will likely not be there anymore.
