Inspected on Dec 1, 2025
85 LAING ST Report
This is a 13-unit building in Greenwood-Coxwell with a RentSafeTO score of 80/100, which means needs improvements. City investigation data lists 4 open deficiencies across 1 investigation record.
These are City of Toronto records, not tenant reviews. Some issues may have been repaired since the latest update.
- Score
- 80
- Status
- 🟡 Needs Improvements
- Units
- 13
- Property type
- privately-owned building
RentSafeTO scorecard
On Dec 1, 2025, City of Toronto's RentSafeTO team evaluated this building. It scored 80 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
19 to ask about
These inspection items scored below 3 out of 3. Ask whether they have been repaired since the City inspection.
Exterior Walkways
Intercom System
Hallway Walls & Ceiling
Hallway Floors
Exterior Grounds
Building Exterior
Emergency Contact Sign
Lobby Floors
Exterior Doors
Interior Lighting
Stairwell Condition
Stairwell Steps
Building Cleanliness
Tenant Notification Board
Maintenance Log
Cleaning Log
Electrical Safety Plan
State of Good Repair Plan
Tenant Service Request Log
Scored 3 out of 3
17 scored 3
These inspection areas scored 3 out of 3 in the latest RentSafeTO evaluation.
Show 3 out of 3 scores (17)These scores are included for context, but questions are shown first.
Fencing
Retaining Walls
Storm Drainage
Windows
Exterior Storage
Lobby Walls & Ceiling
Laundry Room
Mail Receptacles
Electrical Services
Stairwell Lighting
Handrail Safety
Handrail Maintenance
Abandoned Equipment
Graffiti Control
Pest Control
Pest Control Log
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
- 4
- Resolved deficiencies
- 13
City data lists 4 open deficiencies across 1 investigation record. The latest listed date is Aug 7, 2024.
Investigation status and deficiency status can differ in City data; this page shows deficiency rows marked Open first.
Flagged Aug 7, 2024
4 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 195631 PRS 00 IV
Living Room: Previously finished wall(s) where marks, stains, graffiti, and/or other defacements have been removed have not been refinished.Namely the livingroom area above the baseboards have a long textured stained area.
Living Room: The property is not being kept free of pests.Namely, the evidence of pests can be noted on the ceiling and on the walls above the baseboards.
Roof Of Building: Equipment/attachment appurtenant to the building is not being maintained in good repair, namely, the (canopy, marquee, sign, awning, screen, grille, stairway, pipe, duct, standpipe, air conditioner. Etc).Namely, the awning for rain abatement is rotting away both some of the beams as well as the main roof.
Stairway: The exterior surface has not been restored and/or resurfacedn where necessary.Namely, the retaining wall adjacent to the stairs.
Resolved deficiencies (13)
Flagged Jan 7, 2026
1 deficiency
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 26 101897 PRS 00 IV
Bathroom: The plumbing system is not kept free from leaks or defects.Namely, the shower diverter is not fully functioning.
Flagged May 12, 2025
2 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 25 160329 PRS 00 IV
Interior: Ceiling not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely: the ceiling is cracked in several areas.
Interior: Wall(s) not maintained free of holes, cracks, damaged and deteriorated materials.Namely: the baseboards are damaged, with holes and cracks.
Flagged Sep 9, 2024
5 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 210007 PRS 00 IV
Hall: Previously finished wall(s) have marks, stains, graffiti, smoke damage, painted slogans and/or other defacements.Namely, the wall underneath the drainage pipe in the hallway.
Hall: The electrical connections are not maintained in good working order.Namely, the hallway plug is burnt out.
Kitchen: The electrical connections are not maintained in good working order.Namely, the kitchen is not working properly. Any draw on the power is fliiping the GFI breaker.
Living Room: Previously finished surface(s) where marks, stains, graffiti, and/or other defacements have been removed have not been refinished.Namely, previous ceiling repairs do not match the surrounding area.
Living Room: Previously finished wall(s) in the public area of the property are not renewed or refinished, when necessary, to maintain a similar appearance.Namely, the paint around the window frame is cracked and peeling away.
Flagged Jul 30, 2024
5 deficiencies
Order Issued Property Standards - City file 24 191652 PRS 00 IV
Bathroom: Floor and/or floor covering not kept free from holes, stains, rubbish and debris.Namely, the transition between the floor edge from the bathroom to the hallway has a gap which the tenant has taped closed to prevent pests.
Kitchen: Previously finished surface(s) in the public area of the property are not renewed or refinished, when necessary, to maintain a similar appearance.Namely, the glazing around the drain for the tub. The drain around the tub is rusting and in need of repair.
Kitchen: The electrical connections are not maintained in good working order.Namely, kitchen wall outlet is not working and needs to be replaced.
Kitchen: The supplied appliance(s) is not maintained in good repair and good working order. Namely: The kitchen fridge is not maintaining a proper temperature to keep food from spoiling.
Living Room: All repairs shall be made in a good workmanlike manner.Namely, the large window facing the street the gaps that were filled and the expanded foam left to not match the same or similar original surface.
Inspections with no listed deficiencies (24)
Jan 8, 2026
Waste
City file 26 102234 WST 00 IR
Jan 7, 2026
Notice Issued Prop Standards
City file 26 101912 PRS 00 IV
Jan 7, 2026
Property Standards
City file 26 101732 PRS 00 IR
Jan 7, 2026
Property Standards
City file 26 101669 PRS 00 IR
Jan 7, 2026
Property Standards
City file 26 101660 PRS 00 IR
Jan 7, 2026
Property Standards
City file 26 101649 PRS 00 IR
Dec 22, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 268821 PRS 00 IR
Nov 4, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 248858 PRS 00 IR
May 12, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 157933 PRS 00 IR
May 7, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 156071 PRS 00 IR
May 5, 2025
Notice Issued Waste
City file 25 172517 WST 00 IV
May 5, 2025
Waste
City file 25 153799 WST 00 IR
Mar 22, 2025
Waste
City file 25 133248 WST 00 IR
Mar 18, 2025
Property Standards
City file 25 130579 PRS 00 IR
Dec 31, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 254811 PRS 00 IR
Oct 15, 2024
Waste
City file 24 225967 WST 00 IR
Sep 27, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 219235 PRS 00 IR
Sep 16, 2024
Waste
City file 24 213497 WST 00 IR
Sep 9, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 209993 PRS 00 IR
Sep 2, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 206820 PRS 00 IR
Aug 7, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 194181 PRS 00 IR
Jul 30, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 189929 PRS 00 IR
Jul 5, 2024
Property Standards
City file 24 175436 PRS 00 IR
Feb 20, 2024
Waste
City file 24 117176 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.
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 13 units across 3 storeys. It was built in 1921.
What was the RentSafeTO score during previous evaluations?
- • 2023-08-16, RentSafeTO score: 81.
Is bike parking available?
No, bike parking is not available.
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.
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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