Construction Permits in Kensington-Chinatown, Toronto: 222 in Twelve Months
The City of Toronto issued 222 construction permits in Kensington-Chinatown from August 2025 to July 2026, up 51% on the twelve months before, which ranks it 15 of the 72 Toronto neighbourhoods with 100 or more.
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Construction permits in Kensington-Chinatown
| Measure | Kensington-Chinatown |
|---|---|
| Permits issued, August 2025 to July 2026 | 222 |
| The twelve months before | 147 |
| Change | +51% |
| May to July 2026 | 1 |
| Rank among 72 busy neighbourhoods | 15 of 72 |
| Building type | Permits |
|---|---|
| Residential | 104 |
| Commercial | 74 |
| Institutional | 32 |
It is a mix of homes and commercial space.
The busiest neighbourhoods, plus Kensington-Chinatown. Read October 9, 2026.
Neighbourhoods with similar activity
| Neighbourhood | Permits | Largest type |
|---|---|---|
| North Riverdale | 230 | residential |
| St Lawrence-East Bayfront-The Islands | 225 | commercial |
| Wexford/Maryvale | 223 | residential |
| Mount Pleasant East | 222 | residential |
| Greenwood-Coxwell | 218 | residential |
| Wellington Place | 214 | commercial |
Selling into Kensington-Chinatown
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Frequently asked questions
How many building permits were issued in Kensington-Chinatown, Toronto?
222 from August 2025 to July 2026, against 147 in the twelve months before, read October 9, 2026.
What kind of construction is happening in Kensington-Chinatown?
residential, 104 permits; commercial, 74 permits; institutional, 32 permits. It is a mix of homes and commercial space.
How do I find construction projects in Kensington-Chinatown before they are awarded?
Builtie reads the City of Toronto's permits, estimates each project's stage, and shows the ones still in your trade's award window with the builder and a verified decision maker.
What does Builtie cost?
Starter is $79 per seat per month for 20 projects; Growth is $99 for 50 projects and adds LinkedIn and email outreach. There is a 7-day free trial with 10 projects.