Scarborough Community Council
The full agenda, as filed
All 30 items in the clerk’s order. Each carries the city’s own words: the staff recommendation, what the body decided, and its status. Nothing below is written by us.
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SC32.1adopted
5, 7, 9 and 11 Bellamy Road South - Zoning By-law Amendment Application - Decision Report - Approval
This Report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit three blocks of four-storey stacked and back-to-back townhouse units for the site municipally known as 5, 7, 9 and 11 Bellamy Road South (the "Site"). The development would contain a total of 110 residential units with a total residential gross floor area of 14,100 square metres, resulting in a density of 1.85 times the area of the Site. A total of 3 two-bedroom units, 60 three-bedroom units and 47 four-bedroom units are proposed. The proposed development would be supported by a total of 108 vehicular parking spaces, as well as 84 bicycle parking spaces. The proposed development is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024), and conforms to the City's Official Plan. It provides residential intensification on lots that vary from the local development pattern with a form proportionate to what is permitted by zoning for adjacent residential properties while benefitting from frequent bus service along Kingston Road and a nearby GO station. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law to permit the proposed development.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 5, 7, 9 and 11 Bellamy Road South substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as revised Attachment 5 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council request the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District, to explore opportunities for retaining additional trees and/or potential cash-in-lieu of planting through the Site Plan Control Application Process.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013 for the lands municipally known as 5, 7, 9 and 11 Bellamy Road South substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 5 to this Report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council request the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District, to explore opportunities for retaining additional trees and/or potential cash-in-lieu of planting through the Site Plan Control Application Process.
SC32.2adopted
This Report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law, to permit the development of a 14 storey mixed used building (plus mechanical penthouse) at 468 to 480 Danforth Road and 509 Birchmount Road. The proposal contains a total of 526 residential units and 1,563 square metres of ground floor retail. The proposal also provides approximately 754 square metres of on-site parkland dedication that would expand the adjacent Sadler Parkette, consisting of a 545 square metre parcel at 509 Birchmount Road and a 209 square metre parcel at the northeast corner of 468 to 480 Danforth Road. This report reviews and recommends approval of the application to amend the Zoning By-law Amendment. The proposed Zoning By-law Amendment application is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement (2024) and conforms to the City's Official Plan. It permits appropriately scaled intensification, including replacement of existing retail commercial space, and the expansion of a parkette. The report also recommends City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the subject proposal for the design and construction above base park improvements within the expanded parkette.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended for the lands municipally known as 468 to 480 Danforth Road and 509 Birchmount Road substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as revised Attachment 5 to the report (May 14, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the Draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council approve that in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, the Owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 742 square metres, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor. 4. City Council approve the acceptance of on-site parkland dedication, subject to the Owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition; the Owner may propose the exception of encumbrances of tiebacks, where such an encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the City Solicitor; and such an encumbrance will be subject to the payment of compensation to the City, in an amount as determined by the Executive Director, Development Review, and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management. 5. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the Owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation. The development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the Owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 6. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and other relevant staff, to work with the Owner to explore the feasibility of an in-kind community benefit package pursuant to Section 37(6) of the Planning Act , that may include the provision of Public Art, and to report back to City Council for further instruction on any offer of in-kind community benefits made by the Owner.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that: 1. City Council amend City of Toronto Zoning By-law 569-2013, as amended for the lands municipally known as 468 to 480 Danforth Road and 509 Birchmount Road substantially in accordance with the draft Zoning By-law Amendment included as Attachment 5 to this Report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the Draft Zoning By-law Amendment as may be required. 3. City Council approve that in accordance with Section 42 of the Planning Act prior to the issuance of the first above grade building permit, the Owner shall convey to the City an on-site parkland dedication, having a minimum size of 742 square metres, to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor. 4. City Council approve the acceptance of on-site parkland dedication, subject to the Owner transferring the parkland to the City free and clear, above and below grade, of all easements, encumbrances, and encroachments, in an acceptable environmental condition; the Owner may propose the exception of encumbrances of tiebacks, where such an encumbrance is deemed acceptable by the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the City Solicitor; and such an encumbrance will be subject to the payment of compensation to the City, in an amount as determined by the Executive Director, Development Review, and the Executive Director, Corporate Real Estate Management. 5. City Council approve a development charge credit against the Parks and Recreation component of the Development Charges for the design and construction by the Owner of the Above Base Park Improvements to the satisfaction of the General Manager, Parks and Recreation. The development charge credit shall be in an amount that is the lesser of the cost to the Owner of designing and constructing the Above Base Park Improvements, as approved by the General Manager, Parks and Recreation, and the Parks and Recreation component of development charges payable for the development in accordance with the City's Development Charges By-law, as may be amended from time to time. 6. City Council request the Executive Director, Development Review, in consultation with the Ward Councillor and other relevant staff, to work with the Owner to explore the feasibility of an in-kind community benefit package pursuant to Section 37(6) of the Planning Act , that may include the provision of Public Art, and to report back to City Council for further instruction on any offer of in-kind community benefits made by the Owner.
SC32.3adopted
This Report recommends approval of the application to exempt the lands from the Part Lot Control provisions of the Planning Act at Blocks 1, 2 and 3 of Plan 66M-2562, municipally known as 95 Pidgeon Street. This application facilitates the creation of 26 3-storey townhouse units, of which 8 of the units will be Parcels of Tied Land (POTL) as part of a Common Elements Condominium application. This Part Lot Control Exemption application is appropriate for the orderly development of these lands. The proposal is consistent with the Provincial Planning Statement, complies with the Official Plan, the Warden Woods Secondary Plan, and implements the site-specific Zoning By-law. The lifting of the Part Lot Control for a period of two years is considered appropriate for the orderly development of the lands.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law for the lands formerly municipally known as 95 Pidgeon Street (Blocks 1, 2 and 3 of Plan 66M-2562) substantially in accordance with the Draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law included as Attachment 4, and as generally illustrated on the Draft Part Lot Control Exemption Plan on Attachment 3 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two (2) years following enactment by City Council. 2. Prior to the introduction of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, City Council require the owner to: a. provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the subject lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and b. register, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the subject lands described in Schedule "A" to this Report, without prior written consent of the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take the necessary steps to release the Section 118 Restriction from all or any portion of the lands in the City Solicitor's sole discretion after consulting with the Executive Director, Development Review at such time as confirmation is received that a plan of condominium has been registered or upon expiry or repeal of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law. 4. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to repeal or amend the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law to delete part of the lands described in the by-law, if the City Solicitor determines, in her sole discretion after consulting with the Executive Director, Development Review, that it is necessary prior to releasing or partially releasing the Section 118 Restriction from title. 6. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law as may be required.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that: 1. City Council enact a Part Lot Control Exemption By-law for the lands formerly municipally known as 95 Pidgeon Street (Blocks 1, 2 and 3 of Plan 66M-2562) substantially in accordance with the Draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law included as Attachment 4, and as generally illustrated on the Draft Part Lot Control Exemption Plan on Attachment 3, to be prepared to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor and to expire two (2) years following enactment by City Council. 2. Prior to the introduction of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law, City Council require the owner to: a. provide proof of payment of all current property taxes for the subject lands to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor; and b. register, to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor, a Section 118 Restriction under the Land Titles Act agreeing not to transfer or charge any part of the subject lands described in Schedule "A" to this Report, without prior written consent of the Executive Director, Development Review or their designate to the satisfaction of the City Solicitor. 3. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to take the necessary steps to release the Section 118 Restriction from all or any portion of the lands in the City Solicitor's sole discretion after consulting with the Executive Director, Development Review at such time as confirmation is received that a plan of condominium has been registered or upon expiry or repeal of the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law. 4. City Council authorize and direct the City Solicitor to register the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law on title. 5. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to repeal or amend the Part Lot Control Exemption By-law to delete part of the lands described in the by-law, if the City Solicitor determines, in her sole discretion after consulting with the Executive Director, Development Review, that it is necessary prior to releasing or partially releasing the Section 118 Restriction from title. 6. City Council authorize the City Solicitor to make such stylistic and technical changes to the draft Part Lot Control Exemption By-law as may be required.
SC32.4adopted
This report reviews and recommends refusal of the application to amend the Official Plan and Zoning By-law to permit a development consisting of three residential towers of 25, 45 and 55 storeys in height containing 1,412 dwelling units with retail uses at grade. The proposed gross floor area is 117,913 square metres (including 4,810 square metres of retail space) resulting in a Floor Space Index of 6.42 times the lot area. A total of 1,446 vehicular parking spaces (primarily located in a three level underground garage that encompasses the entire site) and 1,087 bicycle parking spaces are also proposed. The proposal is not consistent with the Provincial Policy Statement 2024 (PPS 2024), does not conform with the Official Plan and fails to meet applicable Scarborough Centre Secondary Plan policies. The proposal lacks on-site parkland dedication and public streets needed to appropriately organize the site within an emerging high density context. The proposal, does not align with the current Scarborough Centre Secondary Plan nor the emerging direction from the updated Scarborough Centre Secondary Plan as recently adopted by Council. This report recommends City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City Staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council refuse the applications for the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment (Application No. 22 119495 ESC 24 OZ) for the lands municipally known as 1215 to 1255 McCowan Road for the reasons identified in the (May 11, 2026) report from the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City Staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application, in the event that the decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. 3. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order on the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as the Ontario Land Tribunal has been advised by the City Solicitor that: a. The final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. The final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; c. The owner has at its sole expense: 1. Submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report ("Engineering Reports") to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, in consultation with the General Manager, Toronto Water; 2. Secured the design and provided financial securities in respect of any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports, to support the development, all to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the Engineering Reports accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and the General Manager, Toronto Water; 3. Ensured that implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-law or that any required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-law to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new municipal servicing infrastructure or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure, as may be required; 4. Submitted a revised Transportation Impact Study, including Transportation Demand Management Plan, and a comprehensive site circulation management plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; 5. Submitted a revised Tree Protection and Preservation Plan and Soil Volume Plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate and Forestry; 6. Submitted a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and 7. Submitted a revised Shadow Study to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommends that: 1. City Council refuse the applications for the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment (Application No. 22 119495 ESC 24 OZ) for the lands municipally known as 1215 to 1255 McCowan Road for the reasons identified in this Report. 2. City Council authorize the City Solicitor, together with appropriate City Staff, to appear before the Ontario Land Tribunal in support of City Council's decision to refuse the application, in the event that the decision is appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. 3. In the event that the Ontario Land Tribunal allows the appeal in whole or in part, City Council instruct the City Solicitor to request the Ontario Land Tribunal to withhold its Order on the Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment until such time as the Ontario Land Tribunal has been advised by the City Solicitor that: a. The final form and content of the draft Official Plan Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; b. The final form and content of the draft Zoning By-law Amendment is satisfactory to the Executive Director, Development Review and the City Solicitor; c. The owner has at its sole expense: 1. Submitted a revised Functional Servicing Report and Stormwater Management Report, Hydrogeological Review, including the Foundation Drainage Report ("Engineering Reports") to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review, in consultation with the General Manager, Toronto Water; 2. Secured the design and provided financial securities in respect of any upgrades or required improvements to the existing municipal infrastructure identified in the accepted Engineering Reports, to support the development, all to the satisfaction of the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and the General Manager, Toronto Water, should it be determined that improvements or upgrades are required to support the development, according to the Engineering Reports accepted by the Director, Engineering Review, Development Review and the General Manager, Toronto Water; 3. Ensured that implementation of the accepted Engineering Reports does not require changes to the proposed amending By-law or that any required changes have been made to the proposed amending By-law to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review, and the City Solicitor, including the use of a Holding ("H") By-law symbol regarding any new municipal servicing infrastructure or upgrades to existing municipal servicing infrastructure, as may be required; 4. Submitted a revised Transportation Impact Study, including Transportation Demand Management Plan, and a comprehensive site circulation management plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review; 5. Submitted a revised Tree Protection and Preservation Plan and Soil Volume Plan to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Environment, Climate & Forestry; 6. Submitted a revised Pedestrian Level Wind Study to the satisfaction of the Executive Director, Development Review and Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning; and 7. Submitted a revised Shadow Study to the satisfaction of the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning. 4. City Council authorize the City Solicitor and other appropriate City Staff to take any necessary steps to implement City Council's decision, including requesting any conditions of approval that would be in the City's interest, in the event an appeal of Council's decision is allowed by the Ontario Land Tribunal, in whole or in part.
SC32.5adopted
Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines
This Report recommends that City Council adopt the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines (the "Guidelines"). On December 17, 2024, City Council adopted a motion which directed that the Executive Director, Development Review, and the Chief Planner and Executive Director, City Planning undertake a review of existing development guidelines and zoning regulations within the Guildwood Community and develop specific design guidelines that clearly articulate the desired architectural character and principles of the community. Planned and developed in the 1950s and 1960s, Guildwood Village, located along the Scarborough Bluffs, reflects the mid-century modern residential planning and design principles. The architectural character integrates with curvilinear streets and mature trees, creating an attractive, livable community. The Guidelines (Attachment 5) have been developed in consultation with the community, to identify the predominant existing built form characteristics within Guildwood Village and provide guidance on how new development can be informed by these features as the neighbourhood evolves. An Architectural and Site Design Overview template is also included in Appendix E. The Guidelines are intended to complement existing Zoning By-law permissions. They may be considered by homeowners and builders when introducing new residential development into the study area, and by City staff when reviewing development applications.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council adopt the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines, included as Attachment 1 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Urban Design, City Planning and the Director, Community Planning, Development Review, Scarborough District and direct staff to consider the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines during the review of applications within Guildwood Village. 2. City Council request the Director, Urban Design, City Planning and the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District review and evaluate the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines and report back in the third quarter of 2028, to ensure they remain current as the Official Plan and Zoning By-laws are amended.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Urban Design, City Planning and the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District recommend that: 1. City Council adopt the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines, included as Attachment 1 to this report and direct staff to consider the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines during the review of applications within Guildwood Village. 2. City Council request the Director, Urban Design, City Planning and the Director, Community Planning, Scarborough District review and evaluate the Guildwood Village Neighbourhood Character Guidelines and report back in Q3 of 2028, to ensure they remain current as the Official Plan and Zoning By-laws are amended.
SC32.6amended
66 Dale Avenue - Residential Demolition Application
This report is for a matter for which the Scarborough Community Council has the delegated authority to make a final decision. In accordance with Residential Demolition Control, as specified under the City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 6 "Demolition Control" and pursuant to the authority of Section 33 of the Planning Act, the application for the demolition of a detached residential dwelling located at 66 Dale Avenue (Application No. 26 129776 DEM 00 DM) is being referred to the Scarborough Community Council. Scarborough Community Council has the authority to either refuse or approve the demolition application, as well as add appropriate conditions to approvals. The reason for this report is that a building permit has not yet been issued for a replacement building.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Approved the application to demolish the existing detached residential dwelling at 66 Dale Avenue with the following conditions: a. That construction fences be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 7, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official; b. The immediate removal of all debris and rubble after demolition; c. The laying of sod on the site and maintenance of the site free from garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 629-10, paragraph B and 629-11; and d. The backfilling of any holes on the property with clean fill.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Deputy Chief Building Official and Director of Strategic and Citywide Priorities recommends that the Scarborough Community Council consider the demolition application and decide to: 1. Refuse the application to demolish the existing detached residential dwelling at 66 Dale Avenue because there is no building permit issued to replace the existing buildings on the site; or 2. Approve the application to demolish the existing detached residential dwelling at 66 Dale Avenue without any conditions; or 3. Approve the application to demolish the existing detached residential dwelling at 66 Dale Avenue with the following conditions: a. That construction fences be erected in accordance with the provisions of the Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 363, Article 7, if deemed appropriate by the Chief Building Official; b. The immediate removal of all debris and rubble after demolition; c. The laying of sod on the site and maintenance of the site free from garbage and weeds, in accordance with the Municipal Code Chapter 629-10, paragraph B and 629-11; and d. The backfilling of any holes on the property with clean fill.
SC32.7deferred
4 Brooklawn Avenue - Application for Fence Exemption
The Applicant for 4 Brooklawn Avenue has requested Scarborough Community Council to exempt their property from the following by-law requirements: City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2B(1) - Restrictions on Fences; Height. The gate on the north side of the property has a height of 2.17 meters. This is higher than the allowable 2 meters. The fence on the north side of the property has a height ranging between 2.10 meters and 2.39 meters. This is higher than the allowable 2 meters. The fence on the west side of the property has a height ranging between 2.13 meters and 2.39 meters. This is higher than the allowable 2 meters. The fence on the south side of the property has a height ranging between 2.18 meters and 2.3 meters. This is higher than the allowable 2 meters. The gate on the south side of the property is 2.10 meters high. This is higher than the allowable 2 meters. Municipal Licensing and Standards Division has inspected the subject property and issued a notice of violation of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2(B)(1).
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Deferred consideration of the item until the July 9, 2026 meeting of the Scarborough Community Council.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, East District recommends that Scarborough Community Council, pursuant to City of Toronto Municipal Code Fences Chapter 447: 1. Refuse to grant an exemption to Chapter 447, Fences, to the property owner of 4 Brooklawn Avenue, for the existing fence described in the Summary of this report.
SC32.8not adopted
120 Donside Drive - Application for Fence Exemption
The Applicant for 120 Donside Drive has requested Scarborough Community Council to exempt their property from the following by-law requirements: City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2B(1) - Restrictions on Fences; Height. The horizontal beam above the gate on the east side of the property has a height of 2.48 meters. This is higher than the allowable 2 meters. Municipal Licensing and Standards Division has inspected the subject property and issued a notice of violation of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2(B)(1).
The Scarborough Community Council took no action on this item.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, East District recommends that Scarborough Community Council, pursuant to City of Toronto Municipal Code Fences Chapter 447: 1. Refuse to grant an exemption to Chapter 447, Fences, to the property owner of 120 Donside Drive, for the existing fence described in the Summary of this report.
SC32.9adopted
33 Falaise Road - Application for Fence Exemption
The Applicant for 33 Falaise Road has requested Scarborough Community Council to exempt their property from the following by-law requirements: City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2B(1) - Restrictions on Fences; Fence height. City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2C(1) - Restrictions on Fences; Open-fence construction required The fence on the front yard on the south side of the property constructed of concrete and metal picket's measures approximately 1.95 metres in height. The fence on the front yard North and West sides is constructed of stone pillars with metal picket fencing in between. It is measured at approximately 1.29 metres in height for the metal pickets and approximately 1.95 metres in height for the stone pillars including the lamps. The fence gate is constructed of metal pickets and is measured at approximately 2.5 metres in height at the highest point and 1.75 metres in height at the lower points. The fence in the front yard is constructed of concrete and partial stone and is not open fence construction as required in the bylaw. Municipal Licensing and Standards Division has inspected the subject property and issued a notice of violation of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447 1.2 B.(1) and 1.2 C.(1)
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Refused to grant an exemption to Chapter 447, Fences, to the property owner of 33 Falaise Road, for the existing fence described in the Summary of the report (April 27, 2026) from the Acting District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, East District.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, East District recommends that Scarborough Community Council, pursuant to City of Toronto Municipal Code Fences Chapter 447: 1. Refuse to grant an exemption to Chapter 447, Fences, to the property owner of 33 Falaise Road, for the existing fence described in the Summary of this report.
SC32.10adopted
124 Pegasus Trail - Application for Fence Exemption
The owner of 124 Pegasus Trail has applied to Scarborough Community Council for a site-specific exemption from the requirements of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447, Section 1.2B(1) - Restrictions on Fences; Height. The existing fence located in the front yard, within 2.4 metres of the lot line abutting a public highway, measures approximately 2.2 metres and 2.03 metres in height, which exceeds the maximum permitted height of 1.2 metres under Chapter 447. Municipal Licensing and Standards Division inspected the subject property and issued a Notice of Violation respecting non-compliance with City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 447, Section 1.2B(1).
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Refused to grant an exemption to Chapter 447, Fences, to the property owner of 124 Pegasus Trail, for the existing fence described in the Summary of the report (April 27, 2026) from the Acting District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, East District.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting District Manager, Municipal Licensing and Standards, East District recommends that Scarborough Community Council, pursuant to City of Toronto Municipal Code Fences Chapter 447: 1. Refuse to grant an exemption to Chapter 447, Fences, to the property owner of 124 Pegasus Trail, for the existing fence described in the Summary of this report.
SC32.11adopted
Metrolinx’s Scarborough Subway Extension - Q2 2026 Semi-Annual Update
City Council, through item SC18.12, directed the Transit Expansion Division to report to Scarborough Community Council (SCC) with regular status updates on Metrolinx's Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE) project. City staff will provide the next semi-annual report to SCC in Q2 2027. The purpose of this report is to provide updates on the status of construction activities on the SSE project, including on: - Construction Progress; - Community Benefits and Supports; and - Public Engagement.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Received the report (May 11, 2026) from the Executive Director, Transit Expansion for information.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Executive Director, Transit Expansion recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council receive this report for information.
SC32.12amended
777 Victoria Park Avenue - Construction Staging Area
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Victoria Park Avenue, City Council approval of this report is required. Ontario Limited is constructing a 36-storey rental tower and a 12-storey affordable housing tower at 777 Victoria Park Avenue. The site is located on the northeast corner of Victoria Park Avenue and Denton Avenue. Transportation Services is requesting authorization to temporarily close the east sidewalk and a portion of the northbound lane in Victoria Park Avenue; and the north sidewalk and a portion of the westbound lane on Denton Avenue for a period of 40 months, from March 26, 2026 to June 30, 2029, in order to enable construction staging operations for the development. Pedestrians will be redirected into a 1.8 metre wide covered and protected walkway within the closed portion of the northbound lane on Victoria Park Avenue. As a result of the sidewalk closure on the north side of Denton Avenue, pedestrians will be redirected to the south side of the roadway, at the all-way stop control at the intersection of Denton Avenue and Macey Avenue.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and an 8.2 metre wide portion of the northbound lane on Victoria Park Avenue, between Denton Avenue and a point 150 metres north, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the northbound lane, from June 30, 2026 to June 30, 2027 inclusive. 2. City Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk and a 6.6 metre wide portion of the westbound lane on Denton Avenue, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 61 metres further east, from March 26, 2026 to June 30, 2029 inclusive. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Victoria Park Avenue, between Denton Avenue and a point 150 metres north. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Victoria Park Avenue, between Denton Avenue and a point 150 metres north. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Denton Avenue, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 61 metres east. 6. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public, and to optimise and manage traffic flow on Victoria Park Avenue and Denton Avenue, including at peak traffic times. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 17. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, including to the local city Councillor, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 18. City Council direct that Victoria Park Avenue and Denton Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete. 19. City Council direct the Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, to include 777 Victoria Park Avenue and its environs as an eligible location for Toronto's traffic warden program, such that traffic wardens can be requested to assist with traffic flow optimisation and management at the site, as needed as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator in consultation as appropriate, and so that traffic wardens are assigned to the site as and when warranted. 20. City Council direct the applicant to install Shared Use Lane (Sharrow) Pavement Markings in the northbound lane of Victoria Park Avenue flanking the covered pedestrian walkway.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the east sidewalk and an 8.2 metre wide portion of the northbound lane on Victoria Park Avenue, between Denton Avenue and a point 150 metres north, and provision of a temporary pedestrian walkway within the closed portion of the northbound lane, from March 26, 2026 to June 30, 2029 inclusive. 2. City Council authorize the closure of the north sidewalk and a 6.6 metre wide portion of the westbound lane on Denton Avenue, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 61 metres further east, from March 26, 2026 to June 30, 2029 inclusive. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the east side of Victoria Park Avenue, between Denton Avenue and a point 150 metres north. 4. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the east side of Victoria Park Avenue, between Denton Avenue and a point 150 metres north. 5. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the north side of Denton Avenue, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 61 metres east. 6. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 7. City Council direct the applicant to construct and maintain a fully covered, protected and unobstructed walkway for all pedestrians, including for those with mobility devices, for the entire duration of the construction staging area permit to the satisfaction of the City engineer and ensure it is compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). 8. City Council direct the applicant to ensure that the existing sidewalks or the proposed pedestrian walkway have proper enhanced lighting to ensure safety and visibility at all times of the day and night. 9. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 10. City Council direct the applicant to install appropriate signage and request the applicant to install converging mirrors to ensure that pedestrians, cyclists and motorists safety is considered at all times. 11. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 12. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 13. City Council direct the applicant to install cane detection within the covered and protected walkway to guide pedestrians who are visually impaired. 14. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 15. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 16. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 17. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 18. City Council direct that Victoria Park Avenue and Denton Avenue be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
SC32.13adopted
1650 Military Trail (Phase 1) - Construction Staging Area
As Morrish Road is classified as a collector street, City Council approval of this report is required. Altree Developments is constructing an 8-storey purpose-built student rental at 1650 Military Trail. The site is located on the northwest corner of Military Trail and Morrish Road. Construction will be undertaken in two phases with varying degrees of boulevard and lane closures taking place on Morrish Road. This report deals with the matters related in Phase 1 (shoring and excavation). Phase 2 (building construction) will be discussed in a future staff report. Transportation Services is requesting approval to close a portion of the southbound curb lane on Morrish Road for a period of five months, from May 29, 2026 to September 30, 2026, to facilitate construction staging operations for the development.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west boulevard allowance and a 2.6 metre wide portion of the southbound curb lane on Morrish Road, between Kingston Road and a point 53 metres north, from May 29, 2026 to September 30, 2026, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Morrish Road, between Kingston Road and a point 53 metres north. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Morrish Road, between Kingston Road and a point 53 metres north. 4. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 6. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 7. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 8. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 9. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 10. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 11. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 12. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's direction, and to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the date of this report from the Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services once the project is complete. 13. City Council direct that Morrish Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the closure of the west boulevard allowance and a 2.6 metre wide portion of the southbound curb lane on Morrish Road, between Kingston Road and a point 53 metres north, from May 29, 2026 to September 30, 2026, inclusive. 2. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the west side of Morrish Road, between Kingston Road and a point 53 metres north. 3. City Council prohibit stopping at all times on the west side of Morrish Road, between Kingston Road and a point 53 metres north. 4. City Council direct the applicant to pressure wash or sweep (weather permitting) the construction site and adjacent sidewalks and roadways daily, or more frequently as needed to be cleared of any construction debris and made safe. 5. City Council direct the applicant to clearly consult and communicate all construction, parking and road occupancy impacts with local business improvement areas and resident associations in advance of any physical road modifications. 6. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of traffic control persons as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, on a daily basis to control construction vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 7. City Council direct the applicant to provide a sufficient number of pay-duty Police Officers as determined by the Work Zone Coordinator and Toronto Police Construction Liaison Officer, during large scale concrete pours and large-scale material deliveries to control vehicle access and egress to and from the site and maintain a safe environment for the public. 8. City Council direct the applicant to post a 24-hour monitored construction hotline number on the hoarding board, which must be prominently placed and legible from 20 metres and on all elevations from the construction site. 9. City Council direct the applicant to provide and install public art, including mural artwork, onto every elevation of the hoarding board with adequate spotlighting for night-time illumination, at their sole cost, to the satisfaction of the Ward Councillor. 10. City Council direct the applicant to provide monthly community meetings, to discuss any concerns raised by the community. 11. City Council direct the applicant to cooperate with and provide all necessary assistance to the City Engineers, staff and representatives carrying out operation, maintenance, and construction activities to municipal infrastructure with the vicinity of the construction staging area, and at no cost to the City to remove any staging to accommodate the necessary municipal infrastructure work. 12. City Council authorize the appropriate City officials to submit directly to City Council at the appropriate time any necessary bills to amend the appropriate City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapters to give effect to City Council's direction, and to reinstate the traffic and parking regulations to what they were immediately prior to the date of this report from the Director, Congestion and Network Management, Transportation Services once the project is complete. 13. City Council direct that Morrish Road be returned to its pre-construction traffic and parking regulations when the project is complete.
SC32.14adopted
Crocus Drive - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
This staff report is about a matter that Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on Crocus Drive, between Ellesmere Road and Armitage Drive (north intersection). Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on Crocus Drive.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (12 speed humps) on Crocus Drive, between Ellesmere Road and Armitage Drive (north intersection), generally as shown in the Attachments 3, 4, and 5, Drawing Nos. TC-715, TC-715-1, TC-715-2, to the report (May 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of traffic calming (12 speed humps) on Crocus Drive, between Ellesmere Road and Armitage Drive (north intersection), generally as shown in the Attachments 3, 4, and 5, Drawing Nos. TC-715, TC-715-1, TC-715-2, dated May 2026, from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.
SC32.15adopted
Bennett Road and Dunstall Crescent - Traffic Calming (Speed Humps)
This staff report is about a matter that Scarborough Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending the installation of speed humps on the two streets sections listed below. - Bennett Road, between Lawrence Avenue East and the south end of Bennett Road - Dunstall Crescent, between Bennett Road and Beechgrove Drive Staff's assessment indicates the criteria as set out in the updated Traffic Calming Policy has been satisfied for both streets. Therefore, speed humps should be installed on the subject sections of Bennett Road and Dunstall Crescent.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (nine speed humps) on Bennett Road, between Lawrence Avenue East and the south end of Bennett Road, generally as shown in the Attachments 3 and 4, Drawing Nos. TC-693 and TC-693-1, to the report (May 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 2. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (seven speed humps) on Dunstall Crescent, between Bennett Road and Beechgrove Drive, generally as shown in the Attachments 5 and 6, Drawing No. TC-694 and TC-694-1, to the report (May 13, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 3. Subject to approval of Part 1 above, reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Bennett Road, between Lawrence Avenue East and the south end of Bennett Road, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps. 4. Subject to approval of Part 2 above, reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Dunstall Crescent, between Bennett Road and Beechgrove Drive, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of traffic calming (nine speed humps) on Bennett Road, between Lawrence Avenue East and the south end of Bennett Road, generally as shown in the Attachments 3 and 4, Drawing Nos. TC-693 and TC-693-1, dated May 2026, from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 2. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of traffic calming (seven speed humps) on Dunstall Crescent, between Bennett Road and Beechgrove Drive, generally as shown in the Attachments 5 and 6, Drawing No. TC-694 and TC-694-1, dated May 2026, from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 3. Subject to approval of Recommendation 1 above, Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Bennett Road, between Lawrence Avenue East and the south end of Bennett Road, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps. 4. Subject to approval of Recommendation 2 above, Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Dunstall Crescent, between Bennett Road and Beechgrove Drive, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps.
SC32.16adopted
Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue - Traffic Control Signals and Parking Amendments
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Kingston Road, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue, and to remove the existing pedestrian refuge island (PRI) on Kingston Road, approximately 95 metres west of Blantyre Avenue. While our analysis indicates that based on the current motor vehicle volumes, delays and collisions, the installation of traffic control signals is not technically warranted, we are recommending the installation at Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue due to several factors: - PRI's do not provide right-of-way for pedestrians and are not considered an enhanced form of pedestrian crossing protection. - The heavy traffic on the four-lane cross section of Kingston Road poses potential safety concerns for pedestrians crossing at the PRI to access the businesses located on either side of Kingston Road in the vicinity of the PRI. - Improve pedestrian access at the intersection of Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue to TTC bus stops located on both sides of Kingston Road. - The distance between the nearest protected pedestrian crossings (traffic control signals) on Kingston Road is approximately 440 metres. The installation of traffic control signals and removal of the PRI will provide enhanced safety for all road users and is justified based on the assessment undertaken. In addition, the PRI removal will also necessitate parking changes. Previously, parking had been prohibited at all times on both sides of Kingston Road, adjacent to the PRI. With the PRI removal, parking can be re-instated in these areas, adding approximately seven spaces.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Kingston Road at a point approximately 120 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue, as set out in Recommendation 1 above. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Kingston Road, between a point 76 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 75 metres further east. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Kingston Road, between a point 103 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 48 metres further east. 5. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Kingston Road, between a point 151 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 77 metres east of Fallingbrook Road. 6. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Kingston Road, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 61 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue to be in effect from Victoria Park Avenue and a point 77 metres east of Fallingbrook Road. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the south side of Kingston Road, between a point 151 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 38.5 metres west of Blantyre Avenue. 8. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the south side of Kingston Road, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 103 metres west of Victoria Park Avenue to be in effect between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue. 9. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Kingston Road, between Blantyre Avenue and a point 38.5 metres west.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue. 2. City Council authorize the removal of the pedestrian refuge island on Kingston Road at a point approximately 120 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue, in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Kingston Road and Blantyre Avenue, as set out in Recommendation 1 above. 3. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition in effect at all times on the north side of Kingston Road, between a point 76 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 75 metres further east. 4. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Kingston Road, between a point 103 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 48 metres further east. 5. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Kingston Road, between a point 151 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 77 metres east of Fallingbrook Road. 6. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the north side of Kingston Road, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 61 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue to be in effect from Victoria Park Avenue and a point 77 metres east of Fallingbrook Road. 7. City Council rescind the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the south side of Kingston Road, between a point 151 metres east of Victoria Park Avenue and a point 38.5 metres west of Blantyre Avenue. 8. City Council amend the existing parking machine regulation in effect from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, and from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday at a rate of $3.25 per hour and for a maximum period of three hours, on the south side of Kingston Road, between Victoria Park Avenue and a point 103 metres west of Victoria Park Avenue to be in effect between Victoria Park Avenue and Blantyre Avenue. 9. City Council rescind the existing parking prohibition on the south side of Kingston Road, between Blantyre Avenue and a point 38.5 metres west.
SC32.17amended
Ellesmere Road and Crocus Drive/Dewey Drive - Traffic Control Signals
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Ellesmere Road, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services has reviewed the need for traffic control signals at the intersection of Ellesmere Road and Crocus Drive/Dewey Drive. Based on the assessment undertaken, Transportation Services does not recommend the installation of traffic control signals at this intersection as the warrant criteria was not met.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Ellesmere Road and Crocus Drive/Dewey Drive.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. City Council not authorize the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Ellesmere Road and Crocus Drive/Dewey Drive.
SC32.18adopted
Steeles Avenue East and Reesor Road (East Intersection) - Traffic Control Signals
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is requesting approval to install traffic control signals at the intersection of Steeles Avenue East and Reesor Road (east intersection). The traffic control signals will provide enhanced safety for all road users and is justified based on the assessment undertaken.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of traffic control signals at Steeles Avenue East and Reesor Road (east intersection).
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of traffic control signals at Steeles Avenue East and Reesor Road (east intersection).
SC32.19adopted
Orton Park Road - Parking and Traffic Amendments
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Orton Park Road, City Council approval of this report is required. Transportation Services is recommending the following traffic amendments in front of George B. Little Public School, located on the east side of Orton Park Road at Brimorton Drive: Prohibiting northbound and southbound U-turn movements on Orton Park Road, fronting the school Prohibiting westbound left turn and through movements from the school's driveway, immediately north of Brimorton Drive The proposed changes will improve the traffic flow and safety for all road users in front of the school. Additionally, improvements were identified in front of St. Mark's United Church, which is located on the east side of Orton Park Road, immediately south of the school. Transportation Services is also recommending that stopping be prohibited from Monday to Friday at the church's driveway to ensure that no pick-up and drop-off activities occur adjacent to the driveway during the school's operating times. These recommendations are being made in consultation with the George B. Little Public School representatives, St. Mark's United Church staff, and the Councillor's office.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound and southbound U-turn movements at all times on Orton Park Road, between Merkley Square and Ladysbridge Drive (north intersection). 2. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at Orton Park Road and the driveway access at 125 Orton Park Road, located on the east side of Orton Park Road, opposite Brimorton Drive. 3. City Council prohibit movements at all times to Brimorton Drive at Orton Park Road, from the driveway access at 125 Orton Park Road, located on the east side of Orton Park Road, opposite Brimorton Drive. 4. City Council prohibit stopping, Monday to Friday, on the east side of Orton Park Road, between a point 119 metres south of Brimorton Drive and a point 13 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council prohibit northbound and southbound U-turn movements at all times on Orton Park Road, between Merkley Square and Ladysbridge Drive (north intersection). 2. City Council prohibit westbound left turns at all times at Orton Park Road and the driveway access at 125 Orton Park Road, located on the east side of Orton Park Road, opposite Brimorton Drive. 3. City Council prohibit movements at all times to Brimorton Drive at Orton Park Road, from the driveway access at 125 Orton Park Road, located on the east side of Orton Park Road, opposite Brimorton Drive. 4. City Council prohibit stopping, Monday to Friday, on the east side of Orton Park Road, between a point 119 metres south of Brimorton Drive and a point 13 metres further south.
SC32.20adopted
Goldhawk Trail - Pedestrian Crossing Protection and Parking Amendments
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services has reviewed the need for pedestrian crossing protection on Goldhawk Trail in the vicinity of Banting and Best Public School. Based on the assessment undertaken, Transportation Services is recommending the installation of a pedestrian crossover (PXO) on Goldhawk Trail at a point 45 metres south of Enchanted Hills Crescent. The PXO will provide enhanced safety for vulnerable road users. Transportation Services is also requesting approval to amend the parking regulations on the west side of Goldhawk Trail, fronting Banting and Best Public School. The length of existing school bus loading zone will be reduced, and the existing short‑term parking will be increased by adding two additional parking spaces. These recommendations have been developed in consultation with the school's administration and Green Communities Canada.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Goldhawk Trail at a point 45 metres south of Enchanted Hills Crescent. 2. Amended the existing school bus loading zone in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the west side of Goldhawk Trail, between a point 133 metres north of Alton Towers Circle (north intersection) and a point 31 metres further north, to be in effect, between a point 65 metres south of a point opposite Enchanted Hills Crescent and 14 metres further south. 3. Amended the existing maximum 30-minute parking in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Goldhawk Trail, between a point 47 metres south of a point opposite Enchanted Hills Crescent and a point 114 metres further south, to be in effect, between a point 79 metres south of a point opposite Enchanted Hills Crescent and a point 110 metres further south.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover on Goldhawk Trail at a point 45 metres south of Enchanted Hills Crescent. 2. Scarborough Community Council amend the existing school bus loading zone in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on the west side of Goldhawk Trail, between a point 133 metres north of Alton Towers Circle (north intersection) and a point 31 metres further north, to be in effect, between a point 65 metres south of a point opposite Enchanted Hills Crescent and 14 metres further south. 3. Scarborough Community Council amend the existing maximum 30-minute parking in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of Goldhawk Trail, between a point 47 metres south of a point opposite Enchanted Hills Crescent and a point 114 metres further south, to be in effect, between a point 79 metres south of a point opposite Enchanted Hills Crescent and a point 110 metres further south.
SC32.21adopted
Bellamy Road North and Danforth Road - Traffic Safety Improvements
As the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service on Bellamy Road North and Danforth Road, City Council approval of this report is required. In consultation with the local community, staff developed a Neighbourhood Streets Plan for the Eglinton-Bendale South neighbourhood that investigated speeding of motor vehicles, road safety for vulnerable road users, and other mobility issues. A report to Scarborough Community Council titled Eglinton-Bendale South Streets Plan, dated May 11, 2026, outlines the plan. The plan proposes changes at three intersections through which the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) operates a transit service: - Installing a traffic control signal at the intersection of Bellamy Road North and Trudelle Street. - Installing an intersection pedestrian signal at the intersection of Bellamy Road North and Cedar Brae Boulevard. - Installing an intersection pedestrian signal at the intersection of Danforth Road and Perivale Crescent and relocating the nearby bus stops to be closer to the protected crossing.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of a traffic control signal at the intersection of Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard and Trudelle Street. 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard and Trudelle Street: a. City Council rescind the existing compulsory stop for northbound and westbound traffic on Bellamy Road North at Cedar Brae Boulevard/Trudelle Street. 3. City Council authorize the installation of a traffic control signal (intersection pedestrian signal) at the intersection of Bellamy Road North and Cedar Brae Boulevard / Banmoor Boulevard. 4. City Council prohibit pedestrian crossings on Bellamy Road North, between the north curb line of Cedar Brae Boulevard / Banmoor Boulevard and a point 30.5 metres south of the south curb line of Cedar Brae Boulevard / Banmoor Boulevard 5. City Council authorize the installation of a traffic control signal (intersection pedestrian signal) at the intersection of Danforth Road and Perivale Crescent.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services, recommends that: 1. City Council authorize the installation of a traffic control signal at the intersection of Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard and Trudelle Street. 2. Subject to approval of and in conjunction with the installation of traffic control signals at Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard and Trudelle Street: a. City Council rescind the existing compulsory stop for northbound and westbound traffic on Bellamy Road North at Cedar Brae Boulevard/Trudelle Street. 3. City Council authorize the installation of a traffic control signal (intersection pedestrian signal) at the intersection of Bellamy Road North and Cedar Brae Boulevard / Banmoor Boulevard. 4. City Council prohibit pedestrian crossings on Bellamy Road North, between the north curb line of Cedar Brae Boulevard / Banmoor Boulevard and a point 30.5 metres south of the south curb line of Cedar Brae Boulevard / Banmoor Boulevard 5. City Council authorize the installation of a traffic control signal (intersection pedestrian signal) at the intersection of Danforth Road and Perivale Crescent.
SC32.22amended
Eglinton-Bendale South Streets Plan
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. The purpose of this report is to conclude the Eglinton-Bendale South Streets Plan and seek authorization to proceed to the implementation phase. This report summarizes the study findings and recommends road safety and traffic management changes for implementation in the Eglinton-Bendale South neighbourhood. Recommended changes include intersection safety improvements, traffic calming measures, new and refreshed pavement markings, new traffic signals, new signage and school crossing guards. A companion report titled "Traffic Safety Improvements: Bellamy Road North and Danforth Road" dated May 11, 2026, outlines recommended road safety and traffic management changes for locations with Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) service. A summary of all changes proposed can be found in Table 1.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Authorized the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) at the following locations: a. Five speed humps on Thicketwood Drive, between Danforth Road and Savarin Street for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-1 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. b. Sixteen speed humps on Cedar Brae Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North and Grace Street for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-2, Attachment 3-3, Attachment 3-4 and Attachment 3-5 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. c. Four speed humps on Nelson Street, between Cedar Brae Boulevard and Bellamy Road North for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-6 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. d. Four speed humps on Amarillo Drive, between Cedar Brae Boulevard and Bellamy Road North for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-10 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. e. Fourteen speed humps on Trudelle Street, between Danforth Road and Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-11, Attachment 3-12 and Attachment 3-13 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 2. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Trudelle Street between Danforth Road and Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps. 3. Reduced the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Savarin Street, between Danforth Road and Thicketwood Drive. 4. Prohibited stopping from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of McCowan Road between a point 62 north of Fred Bland Crescent and a point 195 metres further north (including the cul-de-sac), generally as shown on Attachment 5-1 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 5. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of McCowan Road between a point 62 metres north of Fred Bland Crescent and a point 93 metres further north, generally as shown on Attachment 5-1 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 6. Authorized parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Amarillo Drive from a point 91 metres west of Bellamy Road North to Cedar Brae Boulevard, generally as shown on Attachment 5-2 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 7. Prohibited stopping from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Amarillo Drive between Bellamy Road North and Cedar Brae Boulevard, generally as shown on Attachment 5-2 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 8. Prohibited stopping from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Trudelle Street from a point 110 metres west of McCowan Road and a point 147 metres further west, generally as shown on Attachment 5-3 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 9. Prohibited parking on the west side of Perivale Crescent between a point 210 metres east of Dignam Court and a point 58 metres further east and south, generally as shown on Attachment 5-4 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 10. Prohibited parking on the east side of Perivale Crescent between a point 253 metres east of Dignam Court and a point 12 metres further east and south, generally as shown on Attachment 5-4 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 11. Prohibited northbound and southbound U-Turn movements at all times on McCowan Road, between a point 62 metres north of Fred Bland Crescent and a point 93 metres further north, generally as shown on Attachment 6-1 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services. 12. Authorized the installation of a pedestrian crossover (PXO) on Trudelle Street at a point approximately 199 meters west of McCowan Road, generally as shown on Attachment 7-1 to the report (May 11, 2026) from the Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Director, Enforcement and Street Management, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of traffic calming (speed humps) at the following locations: a. Five speed humps on Thicketwood Drive, between Danforth Road and Savarin Street for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-1. b. Sixteen speed humps on Cedar Brae Boulevard, between Bellamy Road North and Grace Street for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-2, Attachment 3-3, Attachment 3-4 and Attachment 3-5. c. Four speed humps on Nelson Street, between Cedar Brae Boulevard and Bellamy Road North for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-6. d. Ten speed humps on Perivale Crescent, between Danforth Road and Rossander Court for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-7, Attachment 3-8 and Attachment 3-9. e. Four speed humps on Amarillo Drive, between Cedar Brae Boulevard and Bellamy Road North for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-10. f. Fourteen speed humps on Trudelle Street, between Danforth Road and Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard for traffic calming purposes, generally as shown on Attachment 3-11, Attachment 3-12 and Attachment 3-13. 2. Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Trudelle Street between Danforth Road and Bellamy Road North / Cedar Brae Boulevard, in conjunction with the installation of speed humps. 3. Scarborough Community Council reduce the speed limit from 40 km/h to 30 km/h on Savarin Street, between Danforth Road and Thicketwood Drive. 4. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the west side of McCowan Road between a point 62 north of Fred Bland Crescent and a point 195 metres further north (including the cul-de-sac), generally as shown on Attachment 5-1. 5. Scarborough Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the east side of McCowan Road between a point 62 metres north of Fred Bland Crescent and a point 93 metres further north, generally as shown on Attachment 5-1. 6. Scarborough Community Council authorize parking for a maximum period of 15 minutes from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the south side of Amarillo Drive from a point 91 metres west of Bellamy Road North to Cedar Brae Boulevard, generally as shown on Attachment 5-2. 7. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Amarillo Drive between Bellamy Road North and Cedar Brae Boulevard, generally as shown on Attachment 5-2. 8. Scarborough Community Council prohibit stopping from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, on the north side of Trudelle Street from a point 110 metres west of McCowan Road and a point 147 metres further west, generally as shown on Attachment 5-3. 9. Scarborough Community Council prohibit parking on the west side of Perivale Crescent between a point 210 metres east of Dignam Court and a point 58 metres further east and south, generally as shown on Attachment 5-4. 10. Scarborough Community Council prohibit parking on the east side of Perivale Crescent between a point 253 metres east of Dignam Court and a point 12 metres further east and south, generally as shown on Attachment 5-4. 11. Scarborough Community Council prohibit northbound and southbound U-Turn movements at all times on McCowan Road, between a point 62 metres north of Fred Bland Crescent and a point 93 metres further north, generally as shown on Attachment 6-1. 12. Scarborough Community Council authorize the installation of a pedestrian crossover (PXO) on Trudelle Street at a point approximately 199 meters west of McCowan Road, generally as shown on Attachment 7-1.
SC32.23adopted
Scotia Avenue - Introduction of Overnight On-Street Permit Parking
This staff report is about a matter that Community Council has delegated authority from City Council to make a final decision. Transportation Services is recommending that overnight on-street permit parking be introduced on Scotia Avenue between Butterworth Avenue to Milne Avenue from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. Residents requested the implementation of overnight on-street permit parking on Scotia Avenue between Butterworth Avenue and Milne Avenue to accommodate their long-term parking needs.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Amended Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to authorize permit parking to be in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily, on both the odd-numbered (east) and the even-numbered (west) sides of Scotia Avenue from Milne Avenue to Butterworth Avenue.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Acting Director, Street Permits, Transportation Services recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council amend Schedule A of City of Toronto Municipal Code, Chapter 925, Permit Parking, to authorize permit parking to be in effect from 12:01 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily, on both the odd-numbered (east) and the even-numbered (west) sides of Scotia Avenue from Milne Avenue to Butterworth Avenue.
SC32.24adopted
360 Morningside Avenue - Designation of Fire Routes and amendment to Chapter 880 - Fire Routes
To obtain Scarborough Community Council approval for the amendment of the Fire Route By-law to designate certain locations as fire routes within the meaning of City of Toronto Municipal Code Chapter 880, as amended. Fire Services uses designated fire routes as a key mechanism in regulating fire prevention, including the prevention of spreading of fires and the delivery of fire protection services.
The Scarborough Community Council: 1. Designated that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plans filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 360 Morningside Avenue. 2. Authorized the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
Staff recommendation as filed
The Fire Chief and General Manager, Toronto Fire Services, recommends that: 1. Scarborough Community Council designate that part or those parts of the private road or roads shown on the site plans filed with the Fire Chief in respect of the municipal address set out below, as a fire route pursuant to Municipal Code Chapter 880 - Fire Routes - 360 Morningside Avenue. 2. Scarborough Community Council authorize the Fire Chief and City Solicitor to take the appropriate action to make a designated Fire Route.
SC32.25adopted
Renaming of a Portion of Zoo Road
Rouge National Urban Park stands as a landscape of national significance and a defining feature of the Greater Toronto Area. As Canada's largest urban park, it welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and serves as a vital sanctuary for biodiversity and conservation education. The park reached a major milestone last year, marking a decade since the federal government's commitment to its creation, and we must now look toward the next critical phase of its development. The park is currently undergoing a transformative expansion, with the new $20 million Rouge National Urban Park Visitor, Learning and Community Centre scheduled for its grand opening in 2027. This facility will serve as the primary gateway for residents and tourists to experience the park's full potential, making it essential that the transportation links and arrival points are clearly established and intuitively named well in advance of the opening date. Currently, two separate roadways share the name "Zoo Road," which creates significant navigational confusion. The eastern portion-while retaining the name-no longer leads to the Toronto Zoo and instead functions as the main access route for the national park. This duplication creates challenges for first-time visitors who find themselves misdirected and places an operational strain on local stakeholders like the ZooShare Biogas Plant, which has reported years of fielding calls from lost suppliers. Furthermore, clear and distinct road names are a prerequisite for efficient emergency response times within the park and surrounding industrial areas. This renaming is not merely an administrative change but a unified request from every major tenant in the area, including Parks Canada (Appendix 1), the Toronto Zoo (Appendix 2), the Friends of Rouge National Urban Park (Appendix 3), the Waterfront Regeneration Trust (Appendix 4), and the ZooShare Biogas Co-operative (Appendix 5). This request meets the spirit of the policy through its unanimous institutional support and the undeniable suitability of the name "Rouge National Urban Park Road" for this specific location. Given the impending 2027 opening and the low-cost, high-impact nature of this improvement, I am requesting to approve this renaming. It mirrors previous successful renamings, which strengthened the identity of a major City landmarks. Approval will ensure all technical mapping and signage updates are completed in time for the park's next chapter.
The Scarborough Community Council recommends that: 1. City Council waive Section 6 of the Street Naming Policy and approve the name "Rouge National Urban Park Road" for the renaming of a section of Zoo Road extending from Meadowvale Road and Zoo Road south intersection traffic control signals, continuing eastwards to the entrance of Rouge National Urban Park. 2. City Council request the Director, Engineering Support Services, Engineering and Construction Services, and the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to undertake any required technical, administrative, mapping, and by-law amendments necessary to implement the street renaming by the end of 2026. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to install, remove and/or replace all necessary street name signage by the end of 2026.
Staff recommendation as filed
Councillor Paul Ainslie recommends that: 1. City Council waive Section 6 of the Street Naming Policy and approve the name "Rouge National Urban Park Road" for the renaming of a section of Zoo Road extending from Meadowvale Road and Zoo Road south intersection traffic control signals, continuing eastwards to the entrance of Rouge National Urban Park. 2. City Council request the Director, Engineering Support Services, Engineering and Construction Services, and the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture to undertake any required technical, administrative, mapping, and by-law amendments necessary to implement the street renaming by the end of 2026. 3. City Council request the General Manager, Transportation Services to install, remove and/or replace all necessary street name signage by the end of 2026.