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Location DB > Canada > Ontario > Toronto > King and Parliament Buildings
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King and Parliament Buildings
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created by yokes on 1/1/2006 9:57 PM
last modified by Hi/Po on 12/7/2014 9:15 PM
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 Overview
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 Basic Information
Type: Building
Status: Repurposed
Accessibility: Moderate
Recommendation: worth the trip
 Physical Information
Address
King and Parliament
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
Owner: Little Trinity Anglican Church
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  •  Hazards
  • rust
  • unsafe flooring
  • air quality
  • Next door to police station
  •  Interesting Features
    Very old Corktown architecture. Labrynth interior that is much larger inside than it appears outside. A few items of archeological interest.

    Unfortunately, the interior is subject to a very high level of decay.
     Security Measures
  • fences
  • wooden boarding
  • Police station next door
  •  Historical Dates
    Built: 1855
    Closed: 0
     Required Equipment
  • flashlight
  • gloves
  • long pants / sleeves
  •  Recommended Equipment
    Tripod, if bringing camera. Almost no natural light.
     History
    "The row houses at the 399-403 King St. E. site were constructed in c.1855. There is nothing known about the architect, if in fact there was one. The buildings were originally owned by Francis Beale and later by Little Trinity Church.

    At one time the properties at 399-403 King St. E. comprised three separate rental units in a block of five income producing row houses owned by Little Trinity Church. Three of the row houses were in an advanced state of disrepair and were demolished in the late 60's. The two remaining houses were renovated and occupied by several members of the congregation until 1985 when the buildings were vacated and boarded up because the Church could not afford to renovate them to acceptable standards. "

    http://www.toronto...c980204/to1rpt.htm

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     Future Plans
    From Little Trinity's website:

    The building at 399 King Street east is the central focus of our redevelopment plans. Idle for many years, the building has the potential to provide us with the additional space we need to serve the current congregation and its ministries as well as make room for future growth. Our plans call for a redeveloped and enlarged two-story building which will maintain the historic King Street façade. Located on the ground floor will be a meeting room, a reception area and administrative offices, and a small kitchen. The second floor will provide us with a large multi-functional conference room, a kitchen and a reception space that overlooks the adjacent park. Finally, the basement will feature a dedicated gathering space for youth, lockers and showers for guests and needy visitors, along with some storage space.

    The church building, our spiritual home, will receive some important renovations and updates. The toddler and nursery spaces will receive significant upgrades in order to better meet the needs of our youngest members. At the same time the church basement, which is our primary social space, will be refurbished with new finishes, lighting, ventilation and storage in order to provide a modern, inviting community hall.

    The outdoor space behind 399 King Street will also be renewed, resulting in a more accessible and friendly site that includes an enclosed lawn and hard surfaced courtyard.

    The third building on the property, Little Trinity House, will receive minor renovations as offices are moved into the new building at 399 King Street, making room for more Sunday school rooms and small group meeting spaces.
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    First Visit - Inside and Out
    Sun, Jan 1st, 2006
    posted by yokes
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    2012 visit
    Sun, Jul 15th, 2012
    posted by Mr Kevino
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     Web Links
    http://www.toronto...ct/hl_101911_2.htm
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    Coolness 9 / 10
    Content Quality 9 / 10
     Validation
    This location's validation is current. It was last validated by Mike Dijital on 12/8/2014 2:12 AM.

     Latest Changes
  • on Dec 8 14 at 2:12, Mike Dijital validated this location
  • on Dec 8 14 at 0:43, yokes made this location public
  • on Dec 7 14 at 22:12, Mike Dijital validated this location
  • on Dec 7 14 at 21:15, Hi/Po changed the following: Status
  • on Jan 20 13 at 16:44, Opheliaism validated this location
  • on Oct 27 12 at 21:02, Mr Kevino updated gallery picture
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