In 1935 the Richmond Hill lands became home to the world's second largest telescope. Jessie Donald Dunlap funded the David Dunlap Observatory, DDO, in memory of her husband Alexander Dunlap. These 189 acres of land were donated to the University of Toronto. For years it has been an aid towards solar and lunar discoveries. In July 2008, the University sold it to a company called Metrus. The DDO has been part of the community for 76 years and undoubtedly should be protected as part of its heritage and environment for current and future generations to enjoy. Not only is the observatory written into the history of Richmond Hill and Canada, but it is also an influential aspect of the environment and home to hundreds of species of animals and plants. To take over the territory and continue with development, the previously listed attributes will certainly be lost. With careful investigation of the topographical aspects, Clarence Chant found the ideal terrain on which the observatory would be built. Seeing it for the first time, Jessie Dunlap proclaimed "this is the place!" and in 1930 the project began. This site is located on high ground in the south of the city of Richmond Hill. From a young age, Chant worked fervently to create this observatory, and with funding from David Alexander Dunlap, this was made possible. Even today it is possible to see and study the architectural styles of the time. The Administration Building is exemplary in demonstrating the Classical Beaux-Arts architectural style. It has also been the source of many astronomical discoveries such as Supernova1987; an exploding star. The observatory also received recognition, as it was there that the first confirmation was given... middle of paper... Oronto turned over David Dunlap's land along with the telescope for $70 million. Metrus broke two laws and a provincial law and continued with the fervent removal of trees and destruction of land. 76 years ago this land was donated to the public and the University of Toronto to give students hands-on experience working with Canada's largest telescope. Metrus has done nothing to benefit the residents of Richmond Hill or the environment. In their construction plans and assessments they have destroyed hundreds of habitats and placed animals in a state of extreme threat. The trees the city needs to combat light and air pollution are disappearing, and heritage and history are being lost in the chaos. David Dunlap's lands must be preserved. If the environment, heritage and animal life don't come first, what does??