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DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
July 26, 2024 by Anthony Teles   4.4K 
Three Towers up to 55 Storeys Proposed Near Sheppard West Station


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Igernan Limited has proposed an ambitious development unmatched in height and
density in the area surrounding Sheppard West subway station. Designed by Hi!
Architects Inc., it would feature three towers ranging from 50 to 55 storeys,
housing a total of 1,759 residential units. Positioned just a seven-minute walk
from the station, the development includes the retention of a significant
portion of the site's existing office complex in Toronto’s Downsview Park area.

Looking northwest to 20 De Boers Drive, designed by Hi! Architects for Igernan
Limited






The site at 20 De Boers Drive spans approximately 13,936m², primarily occupied
by a commercial building featuring office units known as the Domo Centre.
Nestled between Sheppard Avenue West and Allen Road, the proposal notes the site
is the final phase of the Site and Area Specific Policy 55 (SASP 55) area, part
of the Official Plan for this wedge-shaped sector. It highlights recent
developments within the SASP, including the Avro Condos and WestLine Condos,
both completed at 14 storeys. Historically, the surrounding neighbourhood has
featured lower heights and densities.

Looking northwest to the existing commercial complex onsite, image retrieved
from Google Maps

The combined Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment application
entails three high-rise towers, reaching 50 (150.3m), 52 (155.95m) and 55
storeys (164.5m) high. They are slated to house 605, 616, and 538 units
respectively, with a shared podium ranging from three to seven storeys.

The total proposed Gross Floor Area (GFA) is 110,935m², including 1,329m² of
retail space and 5,661m² of office space. The project also retains a significant
portion of the existing commercial complex, incorporating it into the new
development. With four elevators per tower, this translates to about one
elevator for every 152, 154, and 135 suites, indicating significantly longer
than preferable wait times for residents, some longer than others.

Ground floor plan, designed by Hi! Architects for Igernan Limited

The development plans include the retention of the existing three levels of
underground garage along with six levels of above-grade parking. There would be
707 resident, 109 commercial, and 34 visitor parking spaces, with all
residential spaces set to be equipped with electric vehicle (EV) charging
capabilities. For cyclists, there would be 1,244 long-term and 102 short-term
spots.

Plans call for 2,395m² of indoor and 2,696m² of outdoor amenities. At grade, the
developer envisions a new grocery store, a daycare centre, and a café or
restaurant, revitalizing the Domo Centre.

The podium with the retained retail complex, designed by Hi! Architects for
Igernan Limited

Sustainability measures include an extensive green roof atop the podium,
internal green walls from the existing building, and the exploration of a
geothermal energy network. The project would be executed in two phases, with the
first focusing on demolishing and rebuilding the eastern half and the second
adding a tower to the retained western structure.

Site plan, designed by Hi! Architects for Igernan Limited

Located 350m northwest of Sheppard West station, residents would have easy
access to University Line 1, leading variously to such destinations as Downtown,
Yorkdale, York University, and Vaughan. The site is also about 1km from
Downsview Park station, served by the Barrie GO line as well as the same TTC
subway line, with fast trips to Union Station being an option. Metrolinx are
currently studying the extension of Sheppard Line 4 to Sheppard West station,
indicating potentially faster future transit access to the east. TTC buses pass
by, offering finer grained service throughout the city's northwest. Drivers,
meanwhile, would have direct access to Sheppard Avenue and Allen Road, with
quick connections to Highway 401.

An aerial view of the site and surrounding area, image from submission to City
of Toronto

There are other projects and proposals in the area. To the south, nearer to
Sheppard West station, plans include a 5-storey office building and a 14-storey
mixed-use rental at 1377 and 1050 Sheppard Avenue West respectively. To the
east, Greenwich Village is under construction, featuring a 5-storey
condo-townhouse development, with nearby proposals at 813 and 824 Sheppard
Avenue West for 11 and 12-storey buildings respectively.

Further west, on the other side of Downsview Park, development plans intensify
significantly. The Canada Lands Company (CLC), a federal Crown corporation, is
spearheading the development of the Downsview Lands through the id8 Downsview
program, partnering with Northcrest Developments. This 520-acre master plan
includes the Downsview West District, poised to house over 8,000 residential
units, and Arbo, set to introduce over 1,400 units in its initial phase and aims
for about 4,000 units upon completion.

UrbanToronto will continue to follow progress on this development, but in the
meantime, you can learn more about it from our Database file, linked below. If
you'd like, you can join in on the conversation in the associated Project Forum
thread or leave a comment in the space provided on this page.

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Related Companies:  Arcadis, RWDI Climate and Performance Engineering, Urban
Strategies Inc.

20 De Boers Drive

Developer: Igernan Limited

Architect: Hi! Architects Inc.

  

Address: 20 De Boers Dr, Toronto
Category: Residential (Condo), Commercial (Retail)
Status: Pre-ConstructionCompletion: TBDHeight: 540 ft / 164.50 mStoreys: 55
storeys

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Hyporos 10 days agoLikes: 10This is huge, having a grocery store in there would
be absolutely essential Kenojuak 11 days agoFollowers: 3 | Likes: 1.6KWe can
finally go tall in this area thanks to the closure of Downsview airport. Let's
build some serious density on transit!!  


  

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