575 First Street South - Transitional Housing Development

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About the 575 First Street South Transitional Housing Development

Every Person Deserves a Place to Call Home

People experiencing homelessness are members of our community. They may be seniors, youth leaving foster care, people with disabilities, or neighbours who’ve faced a sudden crisis like losing a job, struggling with their health, or leaving an unsafe home.   

This new housing development in downtown Gravenhurst is about creating a safe, stable place to rebuild life. It will offer transitional housing, where District staff and partner agencies will support residents as they move from homelessness into permanent housing.  

Each person will be supported in finding long-term housing that meets their needs.

This development offers a foundation for people to rebuild their lives with hope.

It’s one way we’re working toward Housing for Everyone in Muskoka. 


Introducing 575 First Street South

This single-storey building features six private, self-contained studio units in a side-by-side layout. These homes are built in a factory and assembled on-site. Each unit has its own entrance, creating a small-scale, residential feel that fits with the surrounding neighbourhood. The building is designed for long-term use, using durable, high-quality materials.  

Construction started in summer 2026. Target occupancy is early winter 2027.


Stay Informed

You can stay informed by:

  • Visiting this page for updates

  • Subscribing to project updates


Muskoka’s Big Move on Housing

This is the second capital build in the District’s $30 million Big Move on Housing, a long-term investment in safe, attainable, and sustainable housing options across Muskoka.

It also supports the District’s 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan, helping reduce homelessness and improve housing stability for those most in need.

This work directly aligns with District Council’s strategic priorities, including supporting community well-being, improving housing access, and building strong, inclusive communities.

This is about more than housing. It is about stability, dignity, and the kind of community we want to be.

About the 575 First Street South Transitional Housing Development

Every Person Deserves a Place to Call Home

People experiencing homelessness are members of our community. They may be seniors, youth leaving foster care, people with disabilities, or neighbours who’ve faced a sudden crisis like losing a job, struggling with their health, or leaving an unsafe home.   

This new housing development in downtown Gravenhurst is about creating a safe, stable place to rebuild life. It will offer transitional housing, where District staff and partner agencies will support residents as they move from homelessness into permanent housing.  

Each person will be supported in finding long-term housing that meets their needs.

This development offers a foundation for people to rebuild their lives with hope.

It’s one way we’re working toward Housing for Everyone in Muskoka. 


Introducing 575 First Street South

This single-storey building features six private, self-contained studio units in a side-by-side layout. These homes are built in a factory and assembled on-site. Each unit has its own entrance, creating a small-scale, residential feel that fits with the surrounding neighbourhood. The building is designed for long-term use, using durable, high-quality materials.  

Construction started in summer 2026. Target occupancy is early winter 2027.


Stay Informed

You can stay informed by:

  • Visiting this page for updates

  • Subscribing to project updates


Muskoka’s Big Move on Housing

This is the second capital build in the District’s $30 million Big Move on Housing, a long-term investment in safe, attainable, and sustainable housing options across Muskoka.

It also supports the District’s 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan, helping reduce homelessness and improve housing stability for those most in need.

This work directly aligns with District Council’s strategic priorities, including supporting community well-being, improving housing access, and building strong, inclusive communities.

This is about more than housing. It is about stability, dignity, and the kind of community we want to be.

  • Construction Update

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    Work continues at 575 First Street South.

    The project has reached an important milestone as all housing units have arrived and are in place on site.

    Over the coming weeks, crews will install the roof, exterior finishes and property fencing. These finishing touches will complete the building’s appearance and blend in nicely with the surrounding community.

    Project renderings are available under the photo gallery. These images show the intended final appearance of the building, though minor adjustments may be made as final planning and construction work continues.

    During this phase of the project, nearby residents may notice:

    • Construction noise, machinery, contractor vehicles, moving equipment and deliveries during the day. Work will continue to follow local bylaws to limit work early in the morning and late in the evening.

    • Brief traffic delays due to deliveries

    We recognize construction activity can be disruptive. Thank you for your patience as we advance this important housing project and the site takes on its final appearance.

    Work continues at 575 First Street South.

    The project has reached an important milestone as all housing units have arrived and are in place on site.

    Over the coming weeks, crews will install the roof, exterior finishes and property fencing. These finishing touches will complete the building’s appearance and blend in nicely with the surrounding community.

    Project renderings are available under the photo gallery. These images show the intended final appearance of the building, though minor adjustments may be made as final planning and construction work continues.

    During this phase of the project, nearby residents may notice:

    • Construction noise, machinery, contractor vehicles, moving equipment and deliveries during the day. Work will continue to follow local bylaws to limit work early in the morning and late in the evening.

    • Brief traffic delays due to deliveries

    We recognize construction activity can be disruptive. Thank you for your patience as we advance this important housing project and the site takes on its final appearance.

  • Construction Update

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    Construction Update

    Phase 1 of the project, including site preparation and excavation work, is now complete.

    The site is ready for Phase 2, which includes developing the site, assembling the homes and connecting services to each unit. This work is expected to begin as early as this week.

    During construction, nearby residents may notice:

    • More construction trucks and large machines during the early site-clearing work

    • Short traffic slowdowns or minor delays when the homes are delivered to the site

    • A large crane being used to lift and place the homes. Temporary traffic control and site safety measures may be needed

    • Daily construction noise, contractor vehicles, moving equipment and deliveries during the day

    We recognize construction activity can be disruptive. Thank you for your patience as we move this important housing project forward.


    Timing Update

    As with all construction projects, schedules can be affected due to unforeseen conditions.

    Finalizing the details for Phase 2 took longer than originally anticipated. As a result, the start of Phase 2 and the overall project schedule have been adjusted.

    Occupancy is now expected early winter 2027.

    Construction Update

    Phase 1 of the project, including site preparation and excavation work, is now complete.

    The site is ready for Phase 2, which includes developing the site, assembling the homes and connecting services to each unit. This work is expected to begin as early as this week.

    During construction, nearby residents may notice:

    • More construction trucks and large machines during the early site-clearing work

    • Short traffic slowdowns or minor delays when the homes are delivered to the site

    • A large crane being used to lift and place the homes. Temporary traffic control and site safety measures may be needed

    • Daily construction noise, contractor vehicles, moving equipment and deliveries during the day

    We recognize construction activity can be disruptive. Thank you for your patience as we move this important housing project forward.


    Timing Update

    As with all construction projects, schedules can be affected due to unforeseen conditions.

    Finalizing the details for Phase 2 took longer than originally anticipated. As a result, the start of Phase 2 and the overall project schedule have been adjusted.

    Occupancy is now expected early winter 2027.

  • Construction Update

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    Thank you to everyone who came to our Construction Café on June 3.

    Work is moving ahead at 575 First Street South and the contractor is scheduled to begin setting up the site as early as the week of Monday, June 29.

    Residents in the area can expect to see construction fencing go up and excavation equipment arrive at the site. After the digging work is finished, construction of the housing units will begin.

    While this work takes place, periodic construction noise, contractor vehicles, the moving of equipment and deliveries throughout the day can be expected. Traffic control and site safety measures will be in place as required throughout construction.

    We recognize construction can be disruptive and thank you for your patience as we move this important project forward.

    Thank you to everyone who came to our Construction Café on June 3.

    Work is moving ahead at 575 First Street South and the contractor is scheduled to begin setting up the site as early as the week of Monday, June 29.

    Residents in the area can expect to see construction fencing go up and excavation equipment arrive at the site. After the digging work is finished, construction of the housing units will begin.

    While this work takes place, periodic construction noise, contractor vehicles, the moving of equipment and deliveries throughout the day can be expected. Traffic control and site safety measures will be in place as required throughout construction.

    We recognize construction can be disruptive and thank you for your patience as we move this important project forward.

Page last updated: 23 Oct 2026, 10:23 AM