US EditionOntario government unveils plans it says will speed up construction of housing, transit
- Ontario's government introduced legislation on May 12, 2025, in Vaughan to speed up housing and transit construction by changing municipal approval rules.
- The bill aims to address delays caused by diverse municipal requirements, capping affordable housing mandates at five per cent and reducing studies municipalities can require.
- It also grants the Infrastructure Minister power to issue Minister's Zoning Orders for transit-oriented communities, lets developers defer development fees, and adds $400 million for infrastructure.
- Housing starts in Ontario fell 46 per cent year-over-year in March 2025, and critics warn the expanded zoning powers could face municipal opposition or abuse, while the government pledges efficiency.
- These changes seek to help Ontario meet its 1.5 million home target by 2031 by accelerating approvals and lowering costs, though uncertainties remain about impacts on affordable housing and local autonomy.
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Simcoe.comBILD Applauds Mayor Del Duca and City of Vaughan for New “Three Strikes and You’re In” Site Plan Approval Model
Toronto, May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toronto May 14, 2025 – The Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) applauds the City of Vaughan for taking yet another positive step to facilitate housing supply and affordability in the municipality.…
Bradford Today
Ontario tables bill to speed up home building as 1.5M target not on track
TORONTO — Ontario's housing minister introduced legislation Monday intended to speed up the construction of new homes, as he admitted the province isn't currently on track to meet its goal of getting 1.5 million homes built over 10 years.
Ontario to table bill to speed up home building as 1.5M target not on track
Ontario’s housing minister introduced legislation Monday intended to speed up the construction of new homes, as he admitted the province isn’t currently on track to meet its goal of getting 1.5 million homes built over 10 years.
St Catharines Standard
TRREB Statement: Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025
TORONTO, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the face of historic economic disruption and increasing global uncertainty, housing must be a top priority in Ontario’s strategy to remain competitive and resilient, particularly in light of growing pressures such as…
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