Inspected on Jul 10, 2025
1 A BIRCHLEA AVE Report
This is a 21-unit building in Long Branch with a RentSafeTO score of 87/100, which means satisfactory. City investigation data lists 4 open deficiencies across 2 investigation records.
These are City of Toronto records, not tenant reviews. Some issues may have been repaired since the latest update.
- Score
- 87
- Status
- 🟢 Satisfactory
- Units
- 21
- Property type
- privately-owned building
RentSafeTO scorecard
On Jul 10, 2025, City of Toronto's RentSafeTO team evaluated this building. It scored 87 out of 100. The City data lists 37 evaluated areas for this inspection. Scores are 1 to 3 when inspected: 3 means no bylaw violations were observed, 2 means minor violations were observed, and 1 means significant violations were observed. Items scored 0 are shown as not inspected.
Questions for the landlord
7 to ask about
These inspection items scored below 3 out of 3. Ask whether they have been repaired since the City inspection.
Exterior Walkways
Parking Areas
Fencing
Hallway Floors
Stairwell Steps
Building Cleanliness
Pest Control
Scored 3 out of 3
28 scored 3
These inspection areas scored 3 out of 3 in the latest RentSafeTO evaluation.
Show 3 out of 3 scores (28)These scores are included for context, but questions are shown first.
Exterior Grounds
Storm Drainage
Building Exterior
Windows
Exterior Storage
Intercom System
Emergency Contact Sign
Lobby Walls & Ceiling
Lobby Floors
Laundry Room
Mail Receptacles
Exterior Doors
Hallway Walls & Ceiling
Interior Lighting
Electrical Services
Stairwell Condition
Stairwell Lighting
Handrail Safety
Handrail Maintenance
Abandoned Equipment
Graffiti Control
Tenant Notification Board
Pest Control Log
Maintenance Log
Cleaning Log
Vital Service Plan
State of Good Repair Plan
Tenant Service Request Log
Not inspected
Items marked as not inspected by the City.
View not inspected areas (1)These items did not receive a 1, 2, or 3 score.
Electrical Safety Plan
City investigation records
These records come from City of Toronto's Municipal Licensing & Standards division. Open deficiencies are shown first so you can see what may still need repair.
Investigation summary
A deficiency is a problem a City of Toronto inspector documented, such as damaged stairs, walls, windows, waste areas, or safety equipment.
- Open deficiencies
- 4
- Resolved deficiencies
- 25
City data lists 4 open deficiencies across 2 investigation records. The latest listed date is Jan 26, 2026.
Flagged Jan 26, 2026
2 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 26 113263 PRS 00 IV
Bathroom: The plumbing system is not kept free from leaks or defects. Namely, the leak in the bathroom from the ceiling.
Living Room: Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials. Namely, the crack in the ceiling in the living area.
Flagged Dec 23, 2025
2 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 269540 PRS 00 IV
Bedroom: Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials. Namely, the ceiling in the bedroom.
Roof Of Building: The roof or one of its component is not free from leaks. Namely, the roof above the unit.
Resolved deficiencies (25)
Flagged Oct 20, 2025
3 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 242456 PRS 00 IV
Kitchen: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials. Namely, the baseboards in the kitchen.
Living Room: Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials. Namely, the ceiling in the living room.
Washroom: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials. Namely, the wall in the washroom.
Flagged Mar 26, 2025
3 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 140549 PRS 00 IV
The property is not being kept free of pests.Namely, mice and cockroaches.
Kitchen: The floor and every appurtenance, surface cover and finish is not maintained. Namely, the kitchen floor.
Kitchen: The ventilation system or unit is not kept in good repair and maintained in good working condition at all times.Namely, hood vent in kitchen.
Flagged Feb 26, 2024
7 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 149672 PRS 00 IV
Entranceway: Communication system is not maintained in good repair and in operative condition.
Entranceway: Mailbox or mail receptacle is not maintained in good repair.
Entranceway: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.
Laundry Room: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.
Throughout Building: The floor and every appurtenance, surface cover and finish is not maintained.
Throughout Building: The property is not maintained and/or kept clean in accordance with the standards.
Throughout Building: The stair, landing and every appurtenance, surface cover and finish is not maintained.
Flagged Feb 26, 2024
11 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 142834 PRS 00 IV
Exterior: Garbage and refuse on a property not screened by a visual screen or fence to minimize visual impact to persons at grade on adjacent properties or a public highway
Exterior: Garbage containers are not pest-proof.
Exterior: The exterior walls and their components are not being maintained in good repair.
Exterior: The fence, screen and/or other enclosure around or on the property is not being maintained in good repair.
Fire Escape: Guard is less than 1,070 millimetres high.
Fire Escape: Required guard does not prevent the passage of a spherical object having a diameter of 100 millimetres
Fire Escape: The required guard has members, attachments or openings that will facilitate climbing.
Fire Escape: The stair guard when measured vertically from the stair nosing is less than 900 millimetres high.
Parking Area: Exterior yard that is used for the parking or storage of motorized vehicles or surfaced with a material impervious to water is not maintained in good repair, free from cracks, holes and ruts.
Parking Area: Exterior yard that is used for the parking or storage of vehicles or surfaced with a material impervious to water is not provided with suitable marking to indicate parking spaces.
Parking Area: The yard contains mechanical equipment, motorized or non-motornized vehicles, trailers, boats or remnant parts thereof that are wrecked, discarded, dismantled or inoperative.
Flagged Feb 26, 2024
1 deficiency
Notice Issued Waste - City file 24 142811 WST 00 IV
Exterior: Owner of land failed to clean and clear refuse that has been thrown, placed, dumped or deposited, including but not limited to
Inspections with no listed deficiencies (24)
Feb 7, 2026
Notice Issued Snow and Ice
City file 26 114602 SNI 00 IV
Feb 7, 2026
Snow and Ice
City file 26 114553 SNI 00 IR
Jan 26, 2026
Property Standards
City file 26 109379 PRS 00 IR
Dec 23, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 269535 PRS 00 IR
Dec 23, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 269337 HEA 00 IR
Dec 10, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 264809 HEA 00 IR
Oct 20, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 242070 PRS 00 IR
Apr 3, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 138937 PRS 00 IR
Mar 26, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 135113 PRS 00 IR
Mar 20, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 132094 PRS 00 IR
Jun 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 171894 PRS 00 IR
May 1, 2024
Notice Issued Graffiti
City file 24 142824 GRA 00 IV
May 1, 2024
Graffiti
City file 24 142817 GRA 00 IR
Apr 23, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 139768 PRS 00 IR
Apr 23, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 139762 PRS 00 IR
Apr 23, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 139592 PRS 00 IR
Apr 23, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 139586 PRS 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Zoning
City file 24 118773 ZON 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 118772 PRS 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 118771 PRS 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 118770 PRS 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 118769 PRS 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Fence
City file 24 118768 FEN 00 IR
Feb 26, 2024
Waste
City file 24 118767 WST 00 IR
Building facts
Basic details from the City registration record, including units, services, utilities, safety features, and management.
Registration details
These details come from City records and may need confirmation with the landlord or the City.
The City registration record lists this building as registered in 2019.
What type of property is this?
This is a privately owned rental building.
When was this building built and how big is it?
This building has 21 units across 3 storeys. It was built in 1955.
What was the RentSafeTO score during previous evaluations?
- • 2025-07-10, RentSafeTO score: 87.
- • 2023-09-29, RentSafeTO score: 65.
What parking options are available?
The building offers the following parking options: Surface Parking.
Is visitor parking available?
No, visitor parking is not available.
How many accessible parking spaces are there?
There are 5 accessible parking spaces available.
Is there a laundry room?
Yes, a laundry room is available. It is located on the Ground Floor. There are 3 machines available. Hours: 24 HOURS.
Are storage lockers available?
No, storage lockers are not available.
Do units have balconies?
No, units in this building do not have balconies.
What type of air conditioning is provided?
No building-wide air conditioning is provided.
How is the building heated?
The building uses Hot Water heating.
What kind of windows are installed?
The building is equipped with Double Pane windows.
How many elevators are there?
There are 0 elevators in the building.
Does the building have a fire safety plan?
The building has a fire alarm system.
Is there a sprinkler system?
No sprinkler system is listed.
Does the building have emergency power?
No, this building does not have emergency power.
Is there an exterior fire escape?
Yes, there is an exterior fire escape.
Is there an intercom system?
No, there is no intercom system listed.
Is the building entrance accessible?
Yes, the building has a barrier-free accessible entrance.
Are there garbage chutes?
No, the building does not have garbage chutes.
Where is garbage stored?
Garbage storage is available outdoors.
What waste facilities are available?
The building provides: Green Bin / Organics.
Are utilities metered separately?
Hydro is metered separately for each unit.
Is there a cooling room?
No, there is no designated cooling room.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is this a non-smoking building?
Yes, this is a non-smoking building.
Who manages the building?
This building is managed by Shahukar Properties Corp.
I have a problem in my apartment. What can I do?
Start by talking to your landlord or property owner. Whenever possible, submit your service request in writing. This can cover issues like plumbing problems, leaking ceilings, pests, lack of heat or water, or problems in common areas.
Landlords are required to respond promptly. For urgent issues—such as problems with electricity, gas, heat, water, or security—they must respond within 24 hours. For non-urgent issues, they have up to seven days to address the problem.
If your landlord doesn't respond or resolve the issue, you can contact 311 Toronto to create a service request. The city can then investigate under the RentSafeTO program. You can submit your request by phone, using the 311 mobile app, via the 311 website, or by email at 311@toronto.ca. For more information about service requests, complaints, and investigations, visit the City of Toronto's RentSafeTO for Tenants page.
After you report to 311, a bylaw enforcement officer may reach out for additional details, such as photos or a copy of your written request to the landlord. For urgent complaints, the city aims to respond within 24 hours; for non-urgent complaints, response time is typically 5–10 days. The officer can issue a Notice of Violation or Order to Comply. If the landlord still fails to act, the city can escalate the situation, including fines, court action, or performing remedial work with costs added to the property.
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