2726 Danforth Ave

DesignatedToronto, Ontario · Register as of September 1, 2026

Is it a heritage property?

Yes. 2726 Danforth Ave, Toronto is designated under the Ontario Heritage Act, Part IV (as an individual property).

Designation is the strongest protection under the Act and is not affected by the January 1, 2027 deadline. Source: City of Toronto — Heritage Register, as of September 1, 2026.

Demolition permit applied for on September 21, 2026 (Application Acceptable). proposal for demolition of the existing structures Details

At a glance

Year built: 1880
Building height: about 21 m at its highest point (City of Toronto 3D massing)
Lot area: 707 m²
Neighbourhood: East End-Danforth
Heritage neighbours: 8 other heritage properties within 100 m
Designation: Part IV (individual property)
By-law: 569-2022
Ward: Ward 19 Beaches-East York
Location: Matched to the municipal address

Identified through the Danforth Avenue Phase 1 Planning Study (2018), part of the Danforth Avenue (Coxwell Avenue to Victoria Park Avenue) Historic Context. Built in 1880. Inn building type. City Council stated its intention to designate April 6/7, 2022Description, from City of Toronto — Heritage Register

Building details from the municipality's register unless marked otherwise.

Municipal notices

July 13, 2022 · Designation by-law passed.Notice of Passing of Designation By-law 569-2022 - 2726 Danforth Avenue (with entrance address at 2732 Danforth Avenue)Read the notice
April 11, 2022 · Notice of intention to designate.Notice of Intention to Designate The Property - 2726 Danforth AvenueRead the notice

Condition on the ground

No condition reports yet.

A vacant or neglected heritage building can be reported to the municipality's property standards or by-law office (311 in most cities). Photos must be taken from public property and must not show people.

Community collection

No historic photos, documents or recollections yet. Do you have one?

Demolition permits

Demolition: Retail Store · applied September 21, 2026 · Application Acceptable26 241355 DEM · 2726 Danforth Aveproposal for demolition of the existing structures

From municipal building permit open data (Open Government Licence – Toronto), matched by address. A permit can cover part of a property (a garage or rear addition); read its description. Heritage status is unchanged until the register changes.

Development applications

Site plan approval · filed March 10, 2026 · Under ReviewAt this address (the application covers 3 addresses) · 26 127354 STE 19 SAProposed mass timber building with an 8-storey portion located at the rear of the site, adjacent the laneway, connected with a 4-storey portion on the Danforth Avenue frontage, and a 2-storey heritage commemoration building. The development will provide a total of 64 rental unitsApplication details
Official Plan or zoning by-law amendment · filed February 6, 2020 · ClosedAt this address (the application covers 3 addresses) · 20 113131 STE 19 OZThe application proposes to amend the Zoning By-law to permit an 8-storey residential building containing 64 units. A two storey heritage reconstruction will be integrated into the development.Application details

From municipal open data (Open Government Licence – Toronto). An application is a proposal; it doesn't change the property's heritage status. Nearby means within 50 m.

History on this site

October 5, 2026First recorded as designated

Other heritage properties on this street

Source: City of Toronto — Heritage Register, as of September 1, 2026.

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Toronto.

Not legal advice. Confirm status with the municipality.