The Rail Deck development is one of the most ambitious projects proposed in Toronto, promising nearly 8,000 condo units, a transit-oriented community, and over 8 acres of park space. But is it the solution our city needs—or a flawed plan raising more questions than answers?
In this video, I break down the proposal’s key features, community concerns, and the challenges this project faces, from financial viability to engineering over an active rail corridor. We’ll explore the implications for housing affordability, traffic, and the potential park space, as well as how Ontario’s Community Benefits Charge impacts the city’s ability to negotiate meaningful amenities.
Eric Dietterle
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Forest Hill Real Estate
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00:00 Intro
00:33 Background Info
1:35 Overview of the Proposal
4:06 Community Feedback Overview
7:49 Community Concerns - Traffic
9:57 Community Concerns - Community Benefits
11:53 Community Concerns - The Units
14:18 Visual Example: 1-Bed Unit
15:52 Visual Example: 2-Bed Unit
16:55 Visual Example: 3-Bed Unit
18:17 Community Concerns - Park Space
20:04 Feasability
21:21 Housing Market Perspective
22:21 Personal Thoughts
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