Should King-Liberty Employment Lands Become Mixed-Use Housing?
Official title: City of Toronto - Approval to amend a municipality’s official plan
Toronto wants to change the zoning for a site near King Street West and Atlantic Avenue. Right now, it's designated for employment uses only. The city wants to allow residential and commercial development instead. The provincial Minister must approve this change.
Why This Matters
Live or work near King and Atlantic? This could bring new condos and shops to your neighbourhood. It's part of a bigger trend of converting industrial lands near transit into housing. If you think Toronto needs more homes—or more job space—this is your chance to weigh in.
What Could Change
If approved, this 9,066 square metre site could be developed with residential towers and commercial space. The land would permanently lose its employment-only designation. This sets a precedent for similar conversions in the King-Liberty transit area.
Key Issues
- Should employment lands near transit be converted to mixed-use development?
- Is this the right location for more residential density?
How to Participate
- Review the Adopted Official Plan Amendment No. 840 and the City of Toronto Notice of Adoption to understand the proposed changes.
- Submit your comments through this consultation page by February 6, 2026.
- For questions, contact ashley.varajao@ontario.ca or call 1-800-668-0230.