Ministry of Environment Building
Overview
40 St. Clair Avenue West, developed, owned, and operated by Horizon Legacy, is a notable commercial property in Toronto. This building formerly housed the department known as The Ministry of Environment Canada.
Unique Challenges
The construction of 40 St. Clair Avenue West faced challenges due to the need to retrofit the building to meet modern commercial standards while preserving elements from its time as The Ontario Ministry of Environment office. Additionally, managing environmental concerns and ensuring sustainability in a building with such a legacy required careful planning and execution by Horizon Legacy.
Key Features
- Governmental Significance: The Ontario Ministry of Environment is the core tenant and the building plays a significant role in the governmental infrastructure of Toronto.
- Strategic Location: Situated on St. Clair Avenue West, benefiting from a prime location with excellent accessibility and visibility.
Former Tenant During Our Management:
Ontario Ministry of Environment
Our Impact
Horizon Legacy is revolutionizing the construction industry with the first and largest neighborhood in Canada built using onsite robotics.
Cost Efficiency
Our approach delivers an average cost of under $300K per unit (costs exclude land, servicing, softcosts) showcasing that robots can be integrated affordably while meeting and exceeding the Ontario Building Code.
With 26 rental units, including 30% affordable, we surpass industry standards.
Our project achieves a 20% reduction in energy intensity and greenhouse gas emissions, and our all-electric buildings ensure zero greenhouse gas energy consumption.
By creating wall assemblies with R-30 thermal performance and consolidating three trades into one, we effectively address the labor shortage, demonstrating the transformative potential of robotics in construction.