Plans for a new mixed-use development, dubbed "Hickory Tree Towers," have been proposed for Toronto's Humber Heights-Westmount neighbourhood. If approved, the project would rise 38 storeys and deliver 421 new dwelling units.
Toronto-based developer Arkfield Development submitted the site plan in late-October, which is currently pending review. According to their cover letter, Arkfield has applied for CMHC financing and is currently planning to start construction in late 2025. If approved, the development would replace a two-storey church and one-storey commercial building.
Located at 1736 and 1746 Weston Road, the 19,548-sq.-ft lot sits on the southeast corner of Weston Road and Hickory Tree Road. Surrounding the site are a mix of mid- to high-rise residential developments, detached- and semi-detached homes, and a number of commercial buildings.
Once developed, the project would consist of a seven-storey podium with a 31-storey tower element above, hosting a total of 318,687 sq. ft of gross floor area and 4,068 sq. ft of retail space.
Renderings from Kirkor Architects depict a predominantly glass structure with interesting architectural features that give the building a wavy-like design. At grade, expansive windows provide a view into the lobby and retail space from the street.
1736 & 1746 Weston Road/Kirkor Architects
1736 & 1746 Weston Road/Kirkor Architects
Inside, the 455 dwelling units would be divided into 118 one-bedrooms, 174 one-bedroom plus dens, 70 two-bedrooms, 16 two-bedroom plus dens, and 43 three-bedrooms. Residents would have access to 16,652 sq. ft of amenity space across levels one and three, divided into 9,063 sq. ft of indoor amenity space and 7,589 sq. ft of outdoor amenity space, with the majority of the outdoor amenity space taking the form of a third floor southeast-facing terrace.
Residents would also have access to 151 vehicular parking spaces across four levels of underground parking, including a substantial 133 EV spaces. Additionally, there are proposed 380 long term bicycle parking spots and 54 short term spots, along with 57 energized outlets.
Zooming out, the project would sit directly across from the UP Express/Weston Go Station, providing easy access to city- and GTA-wide transit routes. On top of that, residents would be within walking distance of the Humber River and surrounding Raymore Park, offering an expansive green space for walking and cycling.
