601 – 607 Milner Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
Decommissioning and Demolition of 601 – 607 Milner Avenue
Project Overview
Our team managed the Milner Avenue demolition project at 601–607 Milner Avenue, which involved dismantling a large warehouse and a two-storey office building near a major 16-lane highway. The warehouse spanned approximately 256,700 ft² with precast concrete framing, while the office building measured 14,400 ft² and included below-grade structures. Toronto permit regulations guided the entire process to ensure full compliance.
Decommissioning and Hazardous Material Removal
Before starting structural work, we carefully removed hazardous materials such as asbestos-containing Transite, vinyl tiles, pipe fittings, and joint compound. In addition, certified professionals handled mercury-containing fluorescent tubes and other regulated items. This early-stage abatement helped ensure a safe and smooth transition to demolition activities.
Selective Interior Demolition
Our crews performed selective interior work to strip architectural finishes, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructure. Using mini-excavators and skid-steers, we executed precision removal while preserving key load-bearing elements. As a result, the team minimized risk and accelerated the next demolition phase.
Mechanical Demolition of Warehouse and Office
We used high-performance excavators equipped with shears, hammers, pulverizers, and grapples to methodically dismantle vertical and foundation components. Moreover, we carried out deep excavation to remove caissons to a depth of 12 feet, following engineered guidelines to maintain structural safety.
On-Site Concrete Recycling and Backfill
We crushed all concrete debris on-site into ±2-inch fill material. This was compacted to 98% SPMDD and used to backfill structural voids. Furthermore, we stockpiled remaining material for future reuse by the client. To reduce landfill impact, our crews sorted and delivered all other debris to licensed recycling and disposal facilities.
Project Completion and Environmental Performance
We completed the Milner Avenue demolition safely, on schedule, and within project scope. The work caused minimal disruption to nearby infrastructure and met all environmental, health, and safety regulations. Therefore, the site is now fully cleared, stabilized, and ready for redevelopment.
Project Details
DATE
April 2022 – February 2023
CLIENT
Milner Avenue
PROJECT TYPE
Project Services
- Abatement
- Asset Recovery
- Demolition
- Recycling
Project Details
DATE:
April 2022 – February 2023
CLIENT: Milner Avenue
PROJECT TYPE: COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL
Project Services:
• Abatement
• Asset Recovery
• Demolition
• Recycling
Decommissioning and Demolition of 601 – 607 Milner Avenue
Project Overview
Our team managed the Milner Avenue demolition project at 601–607 Milner Avenue, which involved dismantling a large warehouse and a two-storey office building near a major 16-lane highway. The warehouse covered approximately 256,700 ft² and featured precast concrete framing, while the office building totaled 14,400 ft² and included below-grade structures. Toronto permit regulations were followed throughout to ensure full compliance.
Decommissioning and Hazardous Material Removal
Before starting mechanical work, we carefully removed hazardous materials such as asbestos-containing Transite, vinyl tiles, pipe fittings, and joint compound. In addition, mercury-containing fluorescent tubes and other regulated items were abated by certified professionals. This process ensured a safe transition to structural demolition.
Selective Interior Demolition
Our crews performed selective interior work to remove architectural finishes, mechanical systems, and electrical infrastructure. Using mini-excavators and skid-steers, we ensured precise removal while protecting key structural elements. As a result, the team reduced risk and increased efficiency during early project stages.
Mechanical Demolition of Warehouse and Office
We deployed high-performance excavators equipped with shears, hammers, pulverizers, and grapples. These tools allowed us to dismantle all vertical and foundation elements methodically. Moreover, deep excavation work removed caissons to a depth of 12 feet in accordance with engineered plans, ensuring structural integrity and safety.
On-Site Concrete Recycling and Backfill
We processed concrete debris on-site using mobile crushers. The resulting ±2-inch material was compacted to 98% SPMDD and used to backfill voids. Furthermore, the remaining material was stockpiled for future reuse by the client. All other debris was sorted and sent to licensed recycling and disposal facilities, supporting the project’s environmental objectives.
Project Completion and Environmental Performance
We completed the Milner Avenue demolition safely, on time, and within scope. The work caused minimal disruption to surrounding infrastructure and met all environmental and occupational safety standards. Therefore, the cleared site is now fully prepared for redevelopment and future construction activities.
