There are approximately 135 green roofs built around Toronto, which are situated on residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Green roofs are growing in popularity around the Greater Toronto Area as green space is decreasing within the city. As of 2009, the Toronto by-law encourages newly built condos and office buildings higher than 7 storeys to have a green roof. There will be a $100,000 fine for all violators.
Vegetated roofs are great alternatives to shingles (metal, slate, concrete) because they are light weight and inexpensive. There are many types of green roofs, but are grouped by extensive, intensive and semi-intensive. Green roofs are also multifunctional, as some may use the space for urban farming.
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