Inspected on Sep 22, 2025
409 HURON ST Report
This is a 42-unit building in University with a RentSafeTO score of 53/100, which means needs significant improvements. City investigation data lists 27 open deficiencies across 6 investigation records.
These are City of Toronto records, not tenant reviews. Some issues may have been repaired since the latest update.
- Score
- 53
- Status
- 🔴 Needs Significant Improvements
- Units
- 42
- Property type
- privately-owned building
RentSafeTO scorecard
On Sep 22, 2025, City of Toronto's RentSafeTO team evaluated this building. It scored 53 out of 100. The City data lists 36 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
28 to ask about
These inspection items scored below 3 out of 3. Ask whether they have been repaired since the City inspection.
Exterior Grounds
Building Exterior
Windows
Exterior Storage
Intercom System
Lobby Walls & Ceiling
Lobby Floors
Laundry Room
Exterior Doors
Parking Areas
Hallway Walls & Ceiling
Hallway Floors
Interior Lighting
Stairwell Condition
Stairwell Steps
Handrail Safety
Handrail Maintenance
Building Cleanliness
Tenant Notification Board
Pest Control Log
Maintenance Log
Cleaning Log
Electrical Safety Plan
State of Good Repair Plan
Tenant Service Request Log
Fencing
Mail Receptacles
Stairwell Lighting
Scored 3 out of 3
7 scored 3
These inspection areas scored 3 out of 3 in the latest RentSafeTO evaluation.
Show 3 out of 3 scores (7)These scores are included for context, but questions are shown first.
Storm Drainage
Exterior Walkways
Emergency Contact Sign
Abandoned Equipment
Graffiti Control
Pest Control
Vital Service 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
- 27
- Resolved deficiencies
- 2
City data lists 27 open deficiencies across 6 investigation records. The latest listed date is Dec 12, 2025.
Investigation status and deficiency status can differ in City data; this page shows deficiency rows marked Open first.
Flagged Dec 12, 2025
1 deficiency
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 265950 PRS 00 IV
The dwelling does not have a heating system capable of maintaining a room temperature of twenty-one degrees Celsius(21?C).Namely: Common area hallways and stairwells.
Flagged Dec 11, 2025
1 deficiency
Notice Issued Adequate Heat - City file 25 265915 HEA 00 IV
3rd Floor: The heat supplied to the dwelling unit is below twenty-one (21) degrees Celsius.Namely: Air temperature in Unit 308 is 17.5 degrees Celsius.
Flagged May 10, 2024
1 deficiency
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 160174 PRS 00 IV
Bathroom: The ventilation system or unit is not kept in good repair and maintained in good working condition at all times.Namely, the ventilation unit in the washroom is missing a cover and not functioning.
Flagged Feb 28, 2024
13 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 154109 PRS 00 IV
Entranceway: Dwelling unit is not connected by two way voice communication system and security locking release mechanism to the principle entrance of the building.Namely, the intercom system does not work and is unable to connect to tenants.
Stairway: Height of the guard for the exit stairs are less than 1,070 millimetres around landings. Namely, the interior guard height along the landings in both stairwells are less that the minimum requirement.
Stairway: Height of the guard for the exit stairs are less than 920 millimetres measured vertically to the top of the guard from a line drawn through the outside edges of the stair nosings.Namely, the interior guard height along the stairs in both stairwells do not meet the minimum height requirement.
Stairway: Required guard does not prevent the passage of a sphere having a diameter more than 100 millimetres.Namely, the space between the vertical bars on the interior guards in both stairwells exceed 100 millimeters.
Stairway: Required handrails on stairs or ramps are less than 865mm or more than 965mm high.Namely, the interior handrails in both stairwells do not meet the height requirement.
Stairway: The guard is designed that a member, attachment or opening located between 140 millimetres and 900 millimetres above the level being protected facilitates climbing.Namely, the interior guards in both stairwells possess members that facilitate climbing.
Throughout Building: Floor(s) and/or floor covering(s) not maintained free from trip or other hazardous condition.Mainly the entranceway on each floor leading to the staircase.
Throughout Building: Interior door(s), frames(s), glass pane(s), and/or hardware not maintained in good repair.
Throughout Building: The electrical fixtures are not maintained in good working order.Mainly the fuse boxes located on each floor. The doors of the fuse boxes do not close.
Throughout Building: The floor and every appurtenance, surface cover and finish is not maintained.
Throughout Building: The risers and/or other appurtenant attachments and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in good repair.
Throughout Building: The stairs and/or other appurtenant attachments and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in good repair.
Throughout Building: The treads and/or other appurtenant attachments and/or their supporting structural members are not maintained in good repair.
Flagged Feb 28, 2024
10 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 154108 PRS 00 IV
Front West: Exterior walkway not maintained.
Parking Area: Parking space(s) and/or similar areas not maintained.
South Side of Building: Exterior door is not maintained in good repair.
South Side of Building: Exterior window(s) with broken/cracked glass.
Throughout Building: Dwelling unit window that is capable of being opened has screen that is not maintained in good repair and free from defects or missing components.
Throughout Building: Exterior window not maintained weather-tight.
Throughout Building: The opening in an exterior wall is not protected by suitable materials to prevent the entry of rodents, vermin and/or insects.
Throughout Lot: Driveway(s) and/or similar areas not maintained.
Throughout Property: Openings in exterior wall not protected with suitable materials
Throughout Property: The protective/decorative finish on the exterior surfaces is not being maintained in good repair.
Flagged Feb 28, 2024
1 deficiency
Notice Issued Waste - City file 24 154104 WST 00 IV
Exterior Of Building: Owner of land failed to clean and clear refuse that has been thrown, placed, dumped or deposited, including but not limited to litter, loose garbage, roofing tiles, and a number of barrels on the property.
Resolved deficiencies (2)
Flagged Oct 30, 2024
2 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 234089 PRS 00 IV
Living Room: Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.
Living Room: The electrical receptacle are not maintained in good working order.Namely, Electrical outlet/receptacle in the living room loose and in disrepair
Inspections with no listed deficiencies (21)
Dec 12, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 265946 PRS 00 IR
Dec 12, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 265935 HEA 00 IR
Dec 11, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 265165 HEA 00 IR
Oct 24, 2025
Zoning
City file 25 244743 ZON 00 IR
Oct 24, 2025
Zoning
City file 25 244741 ZON 00 IR
Aug 22, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 214917 PRS 00 IR
Jan 21, 2025
Adequate Heat
City file 25 107275 HEA 00 IR
Dec 19, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 252021 PRS 00 IR
Nov 4, 2024
Adequate Heat
City file 24 234633 HEA 00 IR
Oct 30, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 232966 PRS 00 IR
Jul 29, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 189315 PRS 00 IR
May 21, 2024
Zoning
City file 24 151784 ZON 00 IR
May 10, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 146989 PRS 00 IR
Apr 4, 2024
Adequate Heat
City file 24 132559 HEA 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Zoning
City file 24 120218 ZON 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120217 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120216 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120215 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 120214 PRS 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Fence
City file 24 120213 FEN 00 IR
Feb 28, 2024
Waste
City file 24 120212 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 2018.
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 42 units across 4 storeys. It was built in 1898.
What was the RentSafeTO score during previous evaluations?
- • 2025-09-22, RentSafeTO score: 53.
- • 2023-08-25, RentSafeTO score: 68.
What parking options are available?
The building offers the following parking options: Surface Parking.
Is visitor parking available?
Yes, paid visitor parking is available.
Is there a laundry room?
Yes, a laundry room is available. It is located on the 1st Floor. There are 2 machines available. Hours: 24/7.
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?
Yes, the building has a fire alarm system and an approved fire safety plan.
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?
No, there is no exterior fire escape.
Is there an intercom system?
Yes, the building has an intercom system for entry.
Is the building entrance accessible?
No, the building entrance is not listed as barrier-free.
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: Recycling bins.
Is there a cooling room?
No, there is no designated cooling room.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed, but with restrictions: Must not interfere the reasonable use and enjoyment of other tenants.
Is this a non-smoking building?
Yes, this is a non-smoking building.
Who manages the building?
This building is managed by Impressions Group.
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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