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Community Consultation
updated January 27, 2026
Implementing Higher Density
and Height
As announced in Councillor Morley's update email on January 24th, this is your opportunity to provide feedback to influence how provincial height and density increases are implemented through City zoning near Major Transit Station Areas (MTSA's) across Etobicoke-York. Given the non-appealable nature of the Minister's decision and the tight spring 2026 Council deadline, attending is essential for residents who want to shape development outcomes in their community.
Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Time: 6 - 7:30 PM
Where: Etobicoke Collegiate Institute Auditorium, 86 Montgomery Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9A
Last summer, the Province approved new policies that allow more housing to be built near 120 major transit stations -- areas within about a 10-minute walk of subway, GO and LRT stations.
Now, the City is working to update zoning to put those policies into action. This means setting clear rules for building height, density and where new housing can go, while making sure new development fits into existing neighbourhoods and supports complete, connected communities.
The City is hosting this public engagement session so you can learn what’s changing and share feedback.
Why Residents Should Attend
Understand which stations are affected in Etobicoke. Multiple approved station areas in your vicinity will have new zoning, including Old Mill, Islington, Kipling, Royal York-Eglinton (the LRT station on Eglinton, not the subway station on Bloor), and others.
Learn about provincial height and density increases. Understand the Minister's modifications that permit buildings up to 30 storeys within 200 metres and 20 storeys within 200-500 metres of approved transit stations.
Provide input on zoning implementation details. City staff are developing zoning by-laws to implement the Minister's decision. This is your opportunity to influence:
Building height and massing design elements
Implementation approaches that balance increased densities with building design quality, public space, and sustainability
Detailed boundaries where zoning standards will apply
Limited window for input. The City must pass implementing zoning by-laws by spring 2026 (within one year of the August 15, 2025 Minister approval). This meeting is part of a short consultation period before Council considers the zoning amendments in Q2 2026.
No appeal rights. The Minister's decision is final and cannot be appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal. Public consultation during implementation is your only opportunity to shape how the policies are translated into zoning
Ask questions directly to City Planning staff. This is an open house format where you can speak one-on-one with staff, view detailed maps and materials, and get clarification on how the policies affect specific streets or properties.
Connect with other residents. Meet neighbours who share concerns or interests about development near transit stations in Etobicoke.
Inform your Councillor. By attending, you'll be better equipped to provide informed feedback to your Ward Councillor before Council votes on the implementing zoning by-laws in Q2 2026.
Future Royal York context. While the Royal York subway station area is not part of this meeting's focus, understanding how the approved MTSAs/Protected-MTSAs are being implemented will help you prepare for when Royal York PMTSA consultation occurs later, as it follows a similar process.
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