Toronto Sixplex Zoning Map – Find Eligible Lots Fast

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Wondering whether a Toronto property is located in an area where five- or six-unit multiplexes are currently permitted?

Toronto's current sixplex permissions apply across the Toronto & East York District — Wards 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 19 — as well as Ward 23, Scarborough North.

The interactive map below lets you enter a Toronto address and check whether it falls within the City's current sixplex-permitted geography.

Keep in mind that being inside the permitted area does not automatically confirm that a sixplex can be built on a particular property. The project must still satisfy applicable zoning standards, site conditions, building requirements, permits, and other regulations.

How to use the Toronto Sixplex Zoning Map

1. Enter a Toronto address in the search bar on the map.
2. The map will identify whether the address falls inside the current sixplex-permitted area.
3. Eligible areas appear in gold; the rest of Toronto appears in grey.
4. Use the result as an initial zoning-geography check before completing a full property feasibility review.

Go directly to the interactive map.

Where are sixplexes currently permitted in Toronto?

Toronto permits four-unit multiplexes citywide, subject to applicable zoning and development requirements.

Five- and six-unit detached houseplex permissions currently apply in:

• Ward 4 — Parkdale–High Park.
• Ward 9 — Davenport.
• Ward 10 — Spadina–Fort York.
• Ward 11 — University–Rosedale.
• Ward 12 — Toronto–St. Paul's.
• Ward 13 — Toronto Centre.
• Ward 14 — Toronto–Danforth.
• Ward 19 — Beaches–East York.
• Ward 23 — Scarborough North.

The Toronto & East York permissions were adopted by City Council in June 2025, building on the earlier sixplex permissions introduced in Ward 23.

Because multiplex policy can continue to evolve, property owners should confirm current requirements through the City of Toronto's Multiplex Housing information before proceeding with a development decision.

Why the zoning check is only the first step

A property being located within the current sixplex area does not necessarily mean a six-unit project will be practical.

Feasibility can also depend on:

• Lot dimensions and existing building configuration.
• Required setbacks, height, depth, and other zoning standards.
• Tree protection and site conditions.
• Servicing and utility capacity.
• Conservation-authority restrictions where applicable.
• Building Code requirements.
• Construction cost and financing.
• Expected rents and long-term operating costs.

Owners considering a conversion should therefore treat the map as an initial screening tool rather than a substitute for a property-specific feasibility review.

It is also worth considering how additional development rights may affect the property's broader investment potential. Our article on sixplexes and Toronto property values reviews the research on neighbourhood values, resale, and gentle density.

For owners considering taking on the project themselves, our guide to self-managed multiplex conversions looks at some of the planning, construction, and operational blind spots that can appear between the initial idea and the finished rental property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Toronto wards currently permit sixplexes?

Current sixplex permissions apply across the Toronto & East York District — Wards 4, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 19 — and Ward 23, Scarborough North. These nine wards make up the current sixplex-permitted geography.

How do I check whether my property is in the sixplex area?

Enter the property address into the interactive map below. The tool checks which Toronto ward contains the address and identifies whether that ward falls within the current sixplex-permitted geography.

Does a positive map result guarantee I can build a sixplex?

No. The map confirms geography only. A property still needs to comply with applicable zoning performance standards, Building Code requirements, permits, site constraints, and any other approvals that apply to the project.

How many units are permitted outside the current sixplex area?

Toronto permits multiplexes with up to four dwelling units citywide, subject to applicable zoning and development requirements. Five- and six-unit permissions currently apply only within the designated sixplex geography.

Toronto Sixplex Zoning Map

Enter a Toronto address below to check whether it falls within the City's current sixplex-permitted area.

This map checks whether an address falls within Toronto's current sixplex-permitted geography. It does not confirm full development feasibility or guarantee permit approval.