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MZOs necessary due to speed of approvals: RESCON

Building Sep 17, 2021

The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) has issued a statement voicing it’s disappointed at a recent Ontario Divisional Court ruling which indicates that the provincial government erred in failing to consult the public…

Urban Planning

Ford defends use of development tool as concern mounts over fast tracked projects

The Canadian Press Mar 10, 2021

TORONTO – Ontario Premier Doug Ford is defending his government's use of a controversial land planning tool as concerns mount about overuse.The mechanism known as a ministerial zoning order gives the municipal affairs minister power…

Real Estate

Toronto looks at forcing new condo developers to dedicate 10 per cent of residential space to…

Victoria Gibson, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Sep 23, 2020

TORONTO STARToronto’s chief planner is proposing new condominium developments in parts of the city be required to dedicate 10 per cent of their space to affordable rentals or owned homes and be guaranteed affordable for 99 years.…

Real Estate

Changes to B.C. building code address secondary suites, energy efficiency

The Canadian Press Nov 22, 2019

VICTORIA – The British Columbia government has announced changes to the building code that expand options for secondary suites in multi-family buildings.The change will give local governments the choice to allow secondary suites in…

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Zoned Out

Stefan Novakovic Dec 17, 2018

As Toronto’s mushrooming skyline signals explosive growth, much of the city loses population. Can zoning reform reverse the trend and address the deepening housing crisis?

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Vancouver councillors move ahead with policy for duplexes on detached home lots

THE CANADIAN PRESS Sep 20, 2018

Vancouver councillors have ended two days of public hearings by voting to allow duplexes in most city neighbourhoods currently restricted to single-family homes.Mayor Gregor Robertson says the decision is another step toward adding homes…

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Dozens speak at Vancouver hearing that could see duplexes replace single homes

THE CANADIAN PRESS Sep 19, 2018

Vancouver is considering allowing duplexes in most areas of the city currently restricted to single-family homes, and the plan has prompted a lengthy public hearing that is far from over.The city clerk says 73 people signed up to speak…

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Burnaby council first to use B.C. legislation aimed at protecting rental suites

THE CANADIAN PRESS Jul 24, 2018

The City of Burnaby says it will be the first in British Columbia to take advantage of the province's new rental zoning laws.The city says in a news release that it will begin implementation of a rental zoning bylaw aimed at maintaining…

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RESCON argues for streamlined approvals process in Ontario

Building Jul 4, 2018

The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) has released a report arguing in favour of a simplified and accelerated process for development and building approvals in Ontario. "The current regulatory system inhibits the ability…

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Rental only zones in B.C. could result in lower land prices: experts

Linda Givetash, THE CANADIAN PRESS May 3, 2018

A proposal that would give cities in British Columbia the power to zone land for rental housing could moderate the price of affected properties, experts say.Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore, who led a committee on housing strategy for the…