House Zoning Blogs

Your Guide to Load-Bearing Wall Removal Permits in Toronto

Opening up your home’s layout can dramatically enhance its flow and aesthetic, but the wall you want to remove might […]

Tree Protection Guide for Toronto Construction (2025 Update)

The City of Toronto treats trees as living infrastructure. Its urban forest is seen as vital for shade, cooling, stormwater […]

Understanding Commercial Residential (CR) Zoning in Toronto: A Practical Guide

Toronto’s growth and focus on mixed-use neighborhoods mean zoning matters more than ever. Whether you’re a homeowner planning a laneway […]

Exterior Sides of a Platform and Main Walls

Platforms, such as decks, porches, and balconies, are common features of residential properties. However, how these structures are classified under […]

Understanding GFA (Gross Floor Area) & FSI (Floor Space Index)

When designing a new home or planning a renovation, two zoning concepts are central to how much you can build: […]

Unit Height: Building Height and Main Wall Height in Toronto Zoning

In Toronto’s residential zones, zoning by-laws carefully distinguish between building height and main wall height, both of which define the […]