Heritage Easement Agreement - 905 Queen Street West
(Trinity-Niagara)
The Toronto Community Council recommends the adoption of the following report
(May12,1999) from the Managing Director of Heritage Toronto:
Purpose:
For the City of Toronto to enter into a heritage easement agreement in order to protect the
exterior of the existing structure at 905 Queen Street West.
Funding Sources, Financial Implications and Impact Statement:
Not applicable.
Recommendations:
(1)That authority be granted for the execution of a Heritage Easement Agreement under
Section 37 of the Ontario Heritage Act with the owner of 905 Queen Street West, using
substantially the form of easement agreement prepared by the City Solicitor, subject to such
amendments as may be deemed necessary by the City Solicitor in consultation with the
Managing Director, Heritage Toronto; and
(2)That authority be granted for the introduction of any necessary Bills in Council to give
effect thereto.
Background:
The house at 905 Queen Street West was designated by Toronto City Council for architectural
and historical reasons under part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act on February 3, 1992. The
property known as 899-905 Queen Street West is the subject of a development proposal.
Comment:
As a condition of the development of 899-905 Queen Street West, the applicant has been
directed by the Ontario Municipal Board to enter into a heritage easement agreement with the
City of Toronto.
Contact Name:
Mr. Peter Elliott
Preservation Officer, Historical Preservation Division, Toronto Historical Board
Tel: 392-6827, ext. 238
Fax: 392-6834