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Alternative Solution Filings in Toronto

Updated 2026-09-21: this page lists 273 active AS Alternative Solution records in Toronto, from the City of Toronto's Active Permits dataset. Toronto building permit applications are public record.

AS Alternative Solution filings document Building Code alternative-solution proposals — engineered designs that meet code performance requirements by a different path. PermitPulse is tracking 273 active records in this stream, filed Jun 17, 2009–Sep 18, 2026.

Latest AS Alternative Solution applications, city-wide

Source: City of Toronto Open Data, Building Permits — Active Permits · updated September 21, 2026. Showing the 100 most recent of 273 active records in this stream — the totals and stats on this page cover all 273.

AddressWardPermit typeDescriptionStatusAppliedEst. cost
9 Linden Ave26 239718 ALTScarborough SouthwestAS Alternative SolutionAlternative solution to provide sprinkler-protected windows in lieu of fire shutters.Application ReceivedSep 18, 2026—
1086 Yonge St26 240107 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionProposed Alternative Solution to provide two levels of window sprinklers above & below the horizontal mullio…Application ReceivedSep 18, 2026—
159 Dunn Ave26 237527 ALTParkdale-High ParkAS Alternative SolutionProposed alterative solution for sanitary drainage serving the rear basement unit to run within the front ba…Application ReceivedSep 15, 2026—
610 Bay St26 235781 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionProposed Alternative Solution for pool. The pool will be a Class B public pool as described in the OBC. It w…Under ReviewSep 11, 2026—
130 Elizabeth St26 235820 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionProposed Alternative Solution for pool. The pool will be a Class B public pool as described in the OBC. It w…Not StartedSep 11, 2026—
770 Don Mills Rd26 235449 ALTDon Valley EastAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution for extended travel distance for rooftop service areasApplication ReceivedSep 10, 2026—
3379-3385 Lawrence Ave E26 232745 ALTScarborough-GuildwoodAS Alternative SolutionProposal for an alternative solution to address the amount of exposed mass timber within the ground floor.Application ReceivedSep 4, 2026—
5365 Dundas St W26 231474 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionAlternative solution proposal to address the proposed design in relation to the extended tranve distance wit…Not StartedSep 2, 2026—
376 Manning Ave26 231125 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative Solution376 Manning Avenue in the City of Toronto is a 3-storey house-form building with a single basement level.It…Not StartedSep 2, 2026—
686 Bay St26 229850 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionThe Alternative Solution is intended to permit the installation of turnstile security gates on Level 3 of th…Not StartedSep 1, 2026—
599 Kennedy Rd26 228655 ALTScarborough SouthwestAS Alternative SolutionProposal for an Alternative Solution to waive smoke dampers at the public corridor air transfer openings.Under ReviewAug 31, 2026—
130 Elizabeth St26 229139 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternatve solution for fire route.Application ReceivedAug 31, 2026—
140 Merton St26 228181 ALTToronto-St. Paul'sAS Alternative Solutionstandpipe risers located within the contiguous scissor stairsUnder ReviewAug 28, 2026—
130 Elizabeth St26 227881 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionThis Alternative Solution Proposal addresses a minor exceedance of the maximum permitted distance between th…Application ReceivedAug 28, 2026—
5238 Dundas St W26 227090 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionOutdoor Public Hot Spa, Pool Deck Design Alternative SolutionApplication ReceivedAug 27, 2026—
1098 Pape Ave26 226104 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposed Alternative Solution for proposed single protected common exit stair serving the sixplex.Under ReviewAug 26, 2026—
680 Danforth Ave26 225260 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution to Escalator Egress Capacity - Pape Station.Not StartedAug 25, 2026—
1220 Wilson Ave26 225422 ALTYork CentreAS Alternative SolutionAS is to utilize a reversomatic DVG-200Under ReviewAug 25, 2026—
680 Danforth Ave26 225231 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution to building code compliance for the egress requirements in the rapid trans…Not StartedAug 25, 2026—
77 King St W26 225435 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution proposes electromagnetic released security gates (optical turnstiles) within the requir…Not StartedAug 25, 2026—
2 Strachan Ave26 222313 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionApproach is being submitted to address a gap in the 2024 Ontario Building Code, (OBC) which has updated the…Under ReviewAug 19, 2026—
18 Brownlow Ave26 222289 ALTToronto-St. Paul'sAS Alternative SolutionBelow grade smoke venting - see permit 24 114597The below grade parking garage exhaust system serving the 71…Under ReviewAug 19, 2026—
1951 Yonge St26 221868 ALTToronto-St. Paul'sAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution addressing the interconnected floor for the escalator (3.2.8.2.(5)) and 3.…Not StartedAug 18, 2026—
717 Church St26 221505 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed alternative solution is in lieu of protecting standpipe risers by locating them in exit stair s…Under ReviewAug 18, 2026—
450 Kipling Ave26 219731 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solutions for code analysis reports on behalf of Checkpoint Group in support of the…Not StartedAug 14, 2026—
1552 Weston Rd26 219038 ALTYork South-WestonAS Alternative SolutionProposed Alternative Solution to address provision of 38 MM hose connections in lieu of hose stations.Deficiency Notice IssuedAug 13, 2026—
555 Rexdale Blvd26 219043 ALTEtobicoke NorthAS Alternative SolutionProposed alternative solution for means of egress.Not StartedAug 13, 2026—
555 Rexdale Blvd26 219041 ALTEtobicoke NorthAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution for occupant load.Not StartedAug 13, 2026—
555 Rexdale Blvd26 219036 ALTEtobicoke NorthAS Alternative SolutionProposed alternative solution for commuter based rail systems rapid transit.Not StartedAug 13, 2026—
325 Gerrard St E26 215903 ALTToronto CentreAS Alternative SolutionStandpipe for all floors (no fire hose cabinets provided in the floor areas)Under ReviewAug 7, 2026—
450 Kipling Ave26 213443 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solutions for code analysis reports in support of the proposed building addition an…Not StartedAug 4, 2026—
50 Cumberland St26 211577 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionTHIS ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION PROPOSAL DETAILS THE INTENDED COMPENSATING MEASURES TO BE APPLIED DUE TO THE REDUC…Not StartedJul 30, 2026—
885 Pape Ave26 211493 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution to building code compliance is proposed relative to the 2024 Ontario Build…Deficiency Notice IssuedJul 30, 2026—
1030 Pape Ave26 211537 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution approach to building code compliance is proposed relative to the 2024 Onta…Deficiency Notice IssuedJul 30, 2026—
8 Elm St26 210923 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution for dead-end corridors conditions within levels 5-8,Under ReviewJul 29, 2026—
8 Elm St26 210928 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution for single exit condition for the group of rooms located on the southwest portion of Le…Deficiency Notice IssuedJul 29, 2026—
66 Jutland Rd26 209821 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionProposal for an alternative solution for fire protection - sprinklers, fire alarmsUnder ReviewJul 28, 2026—
8 Elm St26 210054 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionAlternative solution for installing fire hose connections in stairwellsDeficiency Notice IssuedJul 28, 2026—
2233 Sheppard Ave W26 208259 ALTHumber River-Black CreekAS Alternative SolutionProposal for an alternate solution application for travel routes only on the ground floor.The current number…Under ReviewJul 24, 2026—
101 Fordwich Cres26 207223 ALTEtobicoke NorthAS Alternative SolutionNot StartedJul 23, 2026—
14 Tara Ave26 206029 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionProposal for Alternative Solution for Proposed new drain for Unit 3 to connect to the existing drain serving…Application ReceivedJul 21, 2026—
65 Raglan Ave26 204111 ALTToronto-St. Paul'sAS Alternative SolutionIn all in-suite laundry rooms every floor there are emergency floor drains installed in the event of flood.Application ReceivedJul 17, 2026—
2901 Bayview Ave26 203251 ALTDon Valley NorthAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution to window sprinklers at the exterior window openings.Alternative Solution refers to the…Under ReviewJul 16, 2026—
663 King St W26 202669 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Design Solution - Clean Agent Fire Suppression in Lieu of Sprinklers in Service roomsDeficiency Notice IssuedJul 15, 2026—
443 Queen St W26 202744 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution (ADS #47), with regards to the Clean Agent in Lieu of Sprinklers for the OLS Queen-Spad…Under ReviewJul 15, 2026—
0 Third St26 199027 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solutions the CSA-F326 Standard Section 8.8.1 makes specific reference to the allow…Deficiency Notice IssuedJul 9, 2026—
168 John St26 198530 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionThis Alternative Solution addresses the seismic design of a ballasted (unattached) rooftop photovoltaic arra…Under ReviewJul 8, 2026—
35 Gleneagle Cres26 195851 ALTDon Valley NorthAS Alternative SolutionAlternative solution proposal for - Directs that piping serving a dwelling unit shall not serve or pass hori…Deficiency Notice IssuedJul 3, 2026—
308 Hillhurst Blvd26 194145 ALTEglinton-LawrenceAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution to achieve a 45 Minute fire rating on an existing 1/2" drywall wall by upgrading the in…Deficiency Notice IssuedJun 30, 2026—
62 Croft St26 189293 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionThis Alternative Solution proposes the following compensating measures to address those concerns:- Automatic…Deficiency Notice IssuedJun 22, 2026—
230 Royal York Rd26 182867 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed design incorporates a custom combination triple wall-box assembly integrating anoutdoor air int…Deficiency Notice IssuedJun 11, 2026—
9 Benlamond Ave26 168482 ALTBeaches-East YorkAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed development is a single stair building at 9 Benlamond Ave, Toronto Ont. The building is three s…Deficiency Notice IssuedMay 27, 2026—
69 Yonge St26 167313 ALTToronto CentreAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution for futuer development - addresses the exterior exit stair discharge configuration, whe…Deficiency Notice IssuedMay 26, 2026—
225 Front St W26 163722 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionApplication of removal of 38mm fire hose assemblies within the South Building of the Metro Toronto Conventio…Not StartedMay 20, 2026—
1 Queen St W26 147444 ALTToronto CentreAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Design Solution (ADS #45), with regards to the Principal Entrance and Emergency Vestibule for th…Deficiency Notice IssuedApr 21, 2026—
1 Jefferson Ave26 138543 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution regards to the Bike Storage Spatial Separation for the OLS Exhibition Stat…Deficiency Notice IssuedApr 2, 2026—
770 Don Mills Rd26 138176 ALTDon Valley EastAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution to code compliance for stations related to the application of emergency po…Under ReviewApr 2, 2026—
825 Don Mills Rd26 137911 ALTDon Valley EastAS Alternative SolutionProposal for evaluation of Alternative Solutions Permit for Don Valley Station relatingUnder ReviewApr 1, 2026—
41 Whitfield Ave26 136476 ALTHumber River-Black CreekAS Alternative SolutionPROJECT REQUIRES CONVERTING EXISTING SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING TO THREE INDIVIDUAL SUITES IN A MULTIPLEX BUILDI…ApprovedMar 30, 2026—
797 Queen St E26 135661 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution approach to code compliance for stations related to the application of eme…Deficiency Notice IssuedMar 27, 2026—
242 First Ave26 135315 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionProposed alternative solution to code compliance for stations related to the application of emergency power.Deficiency Notice IssuedMar 26, 2026—
200 Queens Quay W26 133705 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution related to 24 241828 BLD 00 NB to install standpipe riser in exit stairwells in lieu of…Under ReviewMar 24, 2026—
26 Overlea Blvd26 131521 ALTDon Valley WestAS Alternative SolutionProposal for alternative solution to code compliance for stations related to the application of emergency po…Deficiency Notice IssuedMar 18, 2026—
909 Lake Shore Blvd W26 121366 000Spadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution proposal - building will include a seasonal enclosure to the existing tier of seating,…Application ReceivedFeb 25, 2026—
909 Lake Shore Blvd W26 121365 000Spadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution proposal - building will include a seasonal enclosure to the existing tier of seating,…Application ReceivedFeb 25, 2026—
585 University Ave25 269281 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionAudibility Testing Door Open vs. Door ClosedThe 2024 Building Code came into effect on January 1, 2025, and…Application AcceptableDec 22, 2025—
1 Jefferson Ave25 268368 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionProposal for Alternative Solution for Standpipe Riser Protection at Exhibition StationDeficiency Notice IssuedDec 19, 2025—
976 College St25 267976 ALTDavenportAS Alternative SolutionAn alternative solution is proposed to address the construction of the exterior walls, located not more than…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 18, 2025—
844 Don Mills Rd25 266975 000Don Valley EastAS Alternative SolutionAlternative Solution In accordance with Article 3.2.2.24. and Article 3.2.2.29., the building must be constr…Under ReviewDec 16, 2025—
1001 Queen St W25 265799 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionAlternative solution to exclude firefighter handsets within the floor area of the Phase 1D Forensics Buildin…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 12, 2025—
3051 Lawrence Ave E25 264234 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to permit the separation between the Licensed Tenant Space (3.060) and Bus Plaza (1.170) at L…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
3051 Lawrence Ave E25 264249 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to extend the prescribed 45 m travel distance to an exit from a floor area by 25m, to a total…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
3051 Lawrence Ave E25 264217 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead supply emergency power from two alternate power supplies from Toronto Hydro in lie…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
3051 Lawrence Ave E25 264213 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionTo remove the requirement for a 1-hour fire-rated enclosure around the elevator shafts by implementing contr…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
1515 Danforth Rd25 264266 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead permit some service spaces and rooms to open into public egress corridors by imple…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
960 Mccowan Rd25 264276 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead permit some service spaces and rooms to open into public egress corridors by imple…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
3051 Lawrence Ave E25 264259 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionTo remove the requirement for standard prescriptive provisions (full-height access, emergency lighting, and…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
3051 Lawrence Ave E25 264253 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed alternative solution required for OBC Div. B 3.13.3.3 (4) - Service Rooms and Ancillary Spaces…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 9, 2025—
1072 Mccowan Rd25 260855 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead permit some service spaces and rooms to open into public egress corridors by imple…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 1, 2025—
1455 Mccowan Rd25 260847 ALTScarborough NorthAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead permit some service spaces and rooms to open into public egress corridors by imple…Deficiency Notice IssuedDec 1, 2025—
1360 Danforth Rd25 255378 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to design a vestibule as a fire separated exit with exit doors and paths to this vestibule fa…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 18, 2025—
2742 Eglinton Ave E25 255526 ALTScarborough CentreAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to extend the permissible travel distance to an exit by 4.3 m, to 19.3 m.Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 18, 2025—
2583 Eglinton Ave E25 255448 ALTScarborough SouthwestAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to extend the permissible travel distance to an exit by 2.9 m, to 17.9 m.Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 18, 2025—
797 Queen St E25 254194 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to provide an alternative solution approach to code compliance for stations related to the ap…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 14, 2025—
1871 Mccowan Rd25 253751 ALTScarborough NorthAS Alternative SolutionTo remove the requirement for a 1-hour fire-rated enclosure around the elevator shafts by implementing contr…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 14, 2025—
1871 Mccowan Rd25 253754 ALTScarborough NorthAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead supply emergency power from two alternate power supplies from Toronto Hydro in lie…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 14, 2025—
1871 Mccowan Rd25 253748 ALTScarborough NorthAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to extend the prescribed 45 am travel distance to an exit from a floor area by 3, to a total…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 14, 2025—
1871 Mccowan Rd25 253738 ALTScarborough NorthAS Alternative SolutionTo remove the requirement for standard prescriptive provisions (full-height access, emergency lighting, and…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 14, 2025—
1871 Mccowan Rd25 253746 ALTScarborough NorthAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed alternative solution required for OBC Div. B 3.13.3.3 (4) - Service Rooms and Ancillary Spaces…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 14, 2025—
5207 Dundas St W25 253076 ALTEtobicoke-LakeshoreAS Alternative SolutionThe Alternative Solution is required because the outdoor public pool on the 10th floor is not provided with…Under ReviewNov 13, 2025—
700 Spadina Ave25 250404 ALTUniversity-RosedaleAS Alternative SolutionAlternative solution for the proposed smoke detector placement for the combination smoke/fire dampers instal…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 6, 2025—
140 Grangeway Ave25 248874 ALTScarborough-GuildwoodAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to instead supply emergency power from two alternate power supplies from Toronto Hydro in lie…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 4, 2025—
140 Grangeway Ave25 248877 ALTScarborough-GuildwoodAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed alternative solution required for OBC Div. B 3.13.3.3 (4) - Service Rooms and Ancillary Spaces…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 4, 2025—
140 Grangeway Ave25 248884 ALTScarborough-GuildwoodAS Alternative SolutionTo remove the requirement for standard prescriptive provisions (sprinkler coverage, full-height access, emer…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 4, 2025—
140 Grangeway Ave25 248882 ALTScarborough-GuildwoodAS Alternative SolutionThe proposed alternative solution is to extend the prescribed 15 m maximum distance from the principal build…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 4, 2025—
140 Grangeway Ave25 248426 ALTScarborough-GuildwoodAS Alternative SolutionProposal to remove the requirement for a 1-hour fire-rated enclosure around the elevator shafts by implement…Deficiency Notice IssuedNov 3, 2025—
449 Carlaw Ave25 239191 ALTToronto-DanforthAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to provide an alternative solution approach to code compliance for stations related to the ap…Deficiency Notice IssuedOct 14, 2025—
28 Overlea Blvd25 235689 ALTDon Valley WestAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to provide an alternative solution approach to code compliance for stations related to the ap…Deficiency Notice IssuedOct 6, 2025—
770 Don Mills Rd25 233965 ALTDon Valley EastAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to provide an alternative solution approach to code compliance for stations related to the ap…Deficiency Notice IssuedOct 2, 2025—
1001 Queen St W25 233298 ALTSpadina-Fort YorkAS Alternative SolutionIt is proposed to exclude the installation of fire alarm speakers from the in-patient suite out of considera…Deficiency Notice IssuedOct 1, 2025—

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How many active alternative solution filings are there in Toronto?

PermitPulse is tracking 273 active AS Alternative Solution records across Toronto as of September 21, 2026, drawn from the City of Toronto's Active Permits dataset — filed between Jun 17, 2009 and Sep 18, 2026. Spadina-Fort York currently has the most, with 53.

Which Toronto wards have alternative solution filings right now?

Active AS Alternative Solution records currently span all 24 wards. The busiest: Spadina-Fort York (53), Toronto Centre (37), University-Rosedale (30), Etobicoke-Lakeshore (16), Toronto-Danforth (15), Scarborough Centre (14), Toronto-St. Paul's (13), Scarborough North (11), Scarborough-Guildwood (10), Etobicoke North (10), plus 14 more wards. Click any ward in the table to see everything filed there, across all permit types.

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