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WHAT'S GOING ON HERE? High-density mixed-use development proposed at 16th Ave near Yonge

Applications seek permit for 3 highrises with 22, 25, 37 storeys

yorkregion.com
Yoyo Yan
Feb. 24, 2022

The highrise building boom in Richmond Hill shows no signs of slowing.

Another high-density mixed-use development has been proposed for three buildings to stand 22, 25 and 37 storeys tall at 16th Ave near Yonge Street.

JUST THE FACTS:

Who: Parioli Peak Estates Inc.

Where: 77 and 89 16th Ave

What: A request has been received to amend the official plan and zoning bylaw to approve a Plan of Subdivision for lands on the addresses above. The applications propose a high-density mixed-use development comprising three buildings, 22, 25 and 37 storeys, containing a total of 922 residential units as well as 538 square metres (5,791 square feet) of at-grade commercial space. The proposed development has a total gross floor area of 76,818 square metres (826,862 square feet), a floor space index of 5.47, and 759 parking spaces.

What next: A "complete" development application has been received by the City of Richmond Hill pursuant to the Planning Act. The application has been circulated to city departments and external agencies for review and comment. A Council Public Meeting will be scheduled and held later, with formal notice being provided according to the statutory requirements of the Planning Act.

Any person wishing to submit written comments that will become part of the public record may do so by email to clerks@richmondhill.ca, or by mail to the City Clerk, The Corporation of the City of Richmond Hill, 225 East Beaver Creek Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3P4, or fax to 905-771-2502.

Contact: Additional information about the application may be obtained by contacting the assigned Planner, Kaitlyn Graham, at 905-771-5563 or kaitlyn.graham@richmondhill.ca.

If you wish to be notified of the passing or refusal of the proposed Zoning Bylaw Amendment, you must make a written request to the City Clerk.