Save Toronto's Heritage Buildings! Places that Matter!

The City's heritage laws don't always save key heritage buildings which shapes our neighborhoods. As population grows, and inventory of land becomes scarce in the inner city, existing buildings are torn down to give way to new infill developments in densifying the urban core. In most cases, developers aim at the highest and best use when redeveloping a site occupied by existing low density buildings. These redevelopments often pose a test in the City of Toronto Official Plan policies.

In Toronto, buildings of interest and historical significance which are listed but not fully designated as heritage, will not have the city's full protection. A new website has been set up to document buildings and places in Ontario under threat, and as  a tool to keep the general public in the know. http://fastsmartgood.com/main  Often the demolition of heritage buildings turn into crisis due to lack of public information right up to the point they face the wrecking ball. To help communities save buildings and structures of architectural merit, participate in suggesting adaptivce re-uses.