Toronto Community Housing is building the first phase of affordable housing in the West Don Lands.

The three building development located at 589 King Street East, will offer 243 affordable rental units which will include two buildings for families and one for seniors. The buildings will overlook a courtyard on the south east corner of King Street East and St. Lawrence Street, about a 15 minute walk to downtown.

The buildings will offer commercial space on the ground floor and will feature amenity space for residents.

http://www.torontohousing.ca/investing_buildings/west_donlands

The LEED Gold development was designed by Baird Sampson Neuert Architects of Toronto, whose portfolio is distinguished by a wide array of award winning building and public space designs.

Toronto Community Housing is the largest social housing provider in Canada and second largest in North America. Toronto Community Housing is committed to working with their tenants, the community, and other stakeholders to create strong and healthy communities.

Boundaries: South east corner of King Street East and St. Lawrence Street
Size:

• 0.71 hectares (1.75 acres)
• 243 units new affordable residential rental units in three buildings
• An eight storey 128 unit building fronting on King Street is designed for seniors
• Two four-story buildings with 115 units will provide housing for families
• There will be a mix of studios, one bedroom, two bedroom and three bedroom suites

Proximity: 15 minute walk to downtown, next to the Corktown neighbourhood.

Designer: Baird Sampson Neuert Architects of Toronto

Development Status: Currently under construction; occupancy is slated for Spring 2012