89 Chestnut

89 Chestnut Residence

89 Chestnut Street, the former Colony Hotel

Location:

89 Chestnut Street, north of City Hall in the heart of the theatre and political district - a 15 minute walk from the St. George campus and close to the University subway line

aerial view, City Hall (left) and 89 Chestnut Street (centre)

Cost: :

$72 million including taxes and renovation expenses

What it is:

Formerly the Colony Hotel, a 27 storey, 721 room hotel with meeting, dining and conference facilities

Primary use:

Residence for up to 1100 students; potential users include the Faculties of Arts and Science, Applied Science and Engineering, Physical Education and Health, Music and the International Exchange Office.

Occupancy date:

Fall 2003

Funding sources:

Rental income

Private Support to Date:

Under way

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