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Minto Apartments has had long-term plans to develop the property to its full potential for many years in response to the shortage of affordable and accessible housing in GTA. Minto Apartments had received city zoning approval in 2011. 

One new building, 20 storeys and 225 apartments, many units of which will be designated and designed for the special needs of today’s seniors in terms of accessibility and comfort. The building amenities will include a common social room, theatre room, off-leash dog run and fitness centre. 

There are planned revisions to the current outdoor areas including modernizing playground and BBQ areas, an off-leash dog run, newly landscaped gardens and green space. 

• Phase 1 – Preconditioning construction will begin in early Spring 2021 for 10-12 weeks.
• Phase 2 – Underground Parking construction will begin in early Summer 2021. It will take approximately 18 months.
• Phase 3 – The ‘dig’ will begin in Fall 2022 and it will take an estimated 36 months.

The proposed concept is intended to meet the City’s zoning requirements and design guidelines with respect to solar access and privacy.

Naturally, noise, large machinery, dust and dirt are part of any building process. The Minto team has an outstanding reputation and protocols in place to reduce the impact on the community and current residents in its projects. A construction mitigation plan has been developed to minimize the impact of construction on the surrounding neighbourhood and current residents. If at any time reasonable enjoyment of residents is directly impacted, Minto Apartments will provide appropriate notice and where possible, provide quiet spaces for residents who need it.

A traffic study was commissioned as part of the development (and approved by the City of Toronto). During construction, teams will work together to minimize inconvenience and manage traffic flow.

Quite the contrary. The new building will balance the footprint of the community and finish the enclosed greenspace and shared spaces for all.

Yes. The new building’s amenities will include a party room, fitness centre, kitchenettes for entertaining, a media/theatre room and dog/pet spa. Minto Apartments is currently finalizing plans to update current amenity spaces in existing buildings. Updates and designs will be shared on the website when they’re finalized.

During Phase 2, underground construction will require temporary relocation to some residents and visitors. Residents will be contacted directly if their space is being relocated. Upon completion, there will be two additional levels of subterranean parking and adequate visitor parking will be available.

All residents may be impacted in some way, but primarily those of the ground floor of 7 Richgrove will notice safety hoarding/scaffolding beginning with Phase 1 of the development. Although they will have some obstructed views and reduction of their patio/balcony space, this is necessary for their safety and security, and that of our construction team. Traffic flow to the garage may be reduced or restricted due to occasional equipment movements and vehicles. 

At this point, we don’t anticipate any residents will be displaced, and if there are inconveniences made as a result of construction or noise, calming areas and respites will be made away from the construction zones. 

As owner and landlord, Minto Apartments is not required to provide rent abatements or discounts when creating community and property improvements. We will support our residents and make every effort to mitigate any construction-related disruption through detailed planning. All Tenancies remain in effect and there will be no changes to these leases or rental fees. 

Access for construction vehicles for each phase will be planned as follows: 

• Phase 1 – Access through Martin Grove 
• Phase 2 – Excavation: Access through Richgrove Drive
• During Construction: Access through Martin Grove 
• Phase 3 – Excavation & Construction: Access through Richgrove Drive
• Once Structure is Built: Access through Martin Grove. 

Outdoor parking spaces in the southeast corner will be eliminated or significantly reduced. These will be eventually off-set with new spaces when the underground garage is expanded and complete.

The construction of the new development will take 54 months.

We are currently working with traffic consultants to determine the best alternative to the current locations when impacted. We will update the website and post the appropriate notice in the buildings advising of any changes.

Minto Apartments will continue to follow the Residential Tenancies Act in providing sufficient notice of the development to new and existing residents. We are not mandated to alter or release residents from their tenancy agreement. We believe the new development will add to the vibrancy of Richgrove Village and make it the community you're proud to be a part of.