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An Empty Lot

Demolished Motel/Hotel in Toronto, Ontario

Dec 30 2023

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I know that empty lots are probably very boring to a lot of people, but I honestly think it’s a lot of fun poking around them. Some of the most dramatic historical changes I’ve seen have occurred in formerly empty lots, and this lot is a great example.

A nice stopping point to take a look around if you’re on a walk.

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From the Toronto Reference Library: The Peacock Tavern in the 1830s.
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From Google Maps: September 2007.
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From Google Maps: July 2009.
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From Google Maps: August 2014.
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From Google Maps: September 2016.
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From Google Maps: March 2018.
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From Google Maps: June 2018.
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From the Toronto Star: The day after the fire.
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From CBC Toronto: A view of the damage from the back.
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From Google Maps: September 2019. Boarded up after the damage from the fire.
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From Google Maps: September 2020. The huge soot stain from the fire is still visible.
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Now. The soot stain is still visible on the neighbouring building.
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Development notice.
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A better view of the vacant lot and the huge soot stain on the building.

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