Solmar Development Corp
Solmar Development Corp is a privately held, family-owned residential real estate developer and homebuilder headquartered in Concord (Vaughan), Ontario. Founded by Benny Marotta and operating for over 36 years, Solmar builds detached and semi-detached homes, townhomes and high-rise condominiums across the Greater Toronto Area and Southern Ontario.
Developer Snapshot
- Developer: Solmar Development Corp
- Founder & CEO: Benny Marotta
- Founded: Mid-1980s (36+ years)
- Headquarters: Concord (Vaughan), Ontario
- Ownership: Privately, family-owned & operated
- Property Types: Condos, Townhomes, Semi-Detached, Detached, Commercial, Industrial
Portfolio Highlights
Active across Greater Toronto Area and Southern Ontario including Vaughan, Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Bolton, Erin, East Gwillimbury, Bradford, and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Mix of high-rise condominium towers (Edge Towers, Bristol Place, ORO) and master-planned low-rise freehold communities (Erin Glen, Wildfield Village).
About Solmar Development Corp
Solmar Development Corp is a Vaughan-based homebuilder founded and led by Benny Marotta, an Italian-Canadian developer who emigrated from Naples and settled in Vaughan. The company is family-owned and operated, with Marotta's daughter Angela Marotta serving as Director of Sales & Marketing, reflecting the multi-generational family structure of the business. According to Real Estate News Exchange (RENX), Marotta formed Solmar in the mid-1980s, and the company describes itself in 2026 as having over 36 years of homebuilding experience.
Solmar's development focus is broad: it produces both master-planned low-rise communities of detached, semi-detached and freehold townhomes, and high-rise condominium towers. Beyond housing, Solmar has also delivered commercial and industrial projects. Within Ontario's builder landscape, Solmar positions itself as a luxury-oriented, design-led developer willing to pursue high-density projects. Notably, its Bellaria Residences in Vaughan required a three-year, $2-million legal battle with the City of Vaughan that was ultimately decided in Solmar's favour at the Ontario Municipal Board, resulting in 16-storey towers.
Solmar is licensed with Ontario's Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA) and all new homes carry Tarion warranty coverage. The company is also a BILD member (Building Industry and Land Development Association), recognized as a "Trusted Builder." In a signal of its scale as a landholder, Solmar sold roughly 194 acres of Caledon industrial land to Prologis for $479.62 million in a deal that closed on June 9, 2022.
Geographic Footprint
York & Peel Regions
Headquarters in Vaughan with high-rise condos (Bellaria, Park Avenue Place) and active/upcoming projects. Mississauga City Centre focus with Edge Towers series and upcoming ORO. Brampton flagship Bristol Place and commercial/industrial developments.
Caledon & Bolton
Newest low-rise family-oriented communities including Wildfield Village (Caledon), Humber Station (Caledon), and Mount Hope (Bolton). Major landholder in region prior to Prologis sale.
Secondary Markets
Erin Glen freehold community in Wellington County; Sharon mid-rise in East Gwillimbury; Parkview Heights in Bradford; completed luxury communities in Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Development Strategy
Balanced portfolio of high-density condos in major centres (Mississauga, Brampton) and family-oriented freehold communities in growth corridors (Caledon, Erin, Bolton).
WILDFIELD SOLMAR
North Hill
ORO at Edge Tower Condos
Wildfield Village
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Solmar Development Corp?
Solmar Development Corp is a family-owned residential real estate developer and homebuilder based in Concord (Vaughan), Ontario, founded and led by Benny Marotta. It builds condominiums, townhomes, semi-detached and detached homes across the Greater Toronto Area.
Where is Solmar located?
Solmar Development Corp's head office is at 122 Romina Drive, Concord (Vaughan), Ontario, a suburb northwest of Toronto in York Region.
Who founded Solmar Development Corp?
Solmar was founded by Benny Marotta, who serves as its President and CEO. RENX reports Marotta formed the company in the mid-1980s, and it remains privately family-owned and operated for over 36 years.
Where does Solmar build in Ontario?
Solmar builds across the Greater Toronto Area and Southern Ontario, including Vaughan, Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon, Bolton, Erin, East Gwillimbury, Bradford and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
What types of homes does Solmar build?
Solmar builds detached homes, semi-detached homes, townhomes and high-rise condominiums. The portfolio ranges from master-planned low-rise communities to luxury condominium towers.
Is Solmar licensed in Ontario?
Yes. Solmar is licensed with Ontario's Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA) and all new homes are covered by Tarion warranty. Buyers can verify Solmar's status in the HCRA Ontario Builder Directory.