06-19-2016, 11:39 AM
(06-19-2016, 10:18 AM)tomh009 Wrote:(06-19-2016, 08:31 AM)kitborn Wrote: I currently live outside of Kitchener but planning on moving into the city in the near future. I would not be without outdoor space. A balcony is a must.
Just make sure you consider the building location and balcony orientation when deciding on a condo or apartment. Better yet, if it's an existing building, go spend 30 minutes on the balcony so you can judge whether the noise levels are OK for you.
My balcony faces north-east and has a large tree blocking the morning sun so it's shaded all day. It's quite nice actually but anyone that likes the sun wouldn't enjoy it nearly as much. I don't mind being in the shade but it limits the plants I could grow.