Zoning
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Zoning, building codes may hamper Ottawa’s housing catalogue: expertsThe federal government has a new plan to release a set of blueprints that can cut down on red tape and see housing built quickly across the country, if everyone will get on board.CanadaDec 14, 2023
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B.C. legislation would legalize small-scale multi-family homes provincewideUnder the proposed changes, cities with more than 5,000 residents would be required to allow between three to six unit projects on single-family lots depending on size.PoliticsNov 1, 2023
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Can a zoning ‘revolution’ save Canada from a housing crisis?Cities around the country are looking to make massive zoning changes to help ease the housing crisis. But will it be enough to help?CanadaOct 28, 2023
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Can cities plan transit, housing policy together? Report urges integrationOn Monday, the Canadian Urban Transit Association released a study on how Canada can best integrate the policy areas of housing and transportation.CanadaOct 23, 2023
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Trudeau wants cities to change zoning rules. Why does that matter?The Housing Accelerator Fund, a $4-billion federal funding program, earmarks funds for municipalities to support housing. These incentives are tied to zoning changes.CanadaOct 20, 2023
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Vancouver council approves ‘missing middle’ motion allowing up to 8 homes per lotThe City of Vancouver passed a motion Thursday allowing for up to eight units to be constructed on a single lot in lower-density neighbourhoods.CanadaSep 15, 2023
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N.B. resident urges Fredericton city council to consider single-detached homes in development plansThe City of Fredericton is developing an area on the northside and one perspective home owner hopes they'll consider adding more single-detached homes to the area.PoliticsFeb 14, 2023
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Vancouver election: OneCity seeks to end ‘apartment ban’ with sweeping housing planThe proposal, announced Tuesday, would allow purpose-built rental and developments of up to six storeys in every part of the city.PoliticsSep 6, 2022
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Residents in Toronto neighbourhood concerned about ‘monster home’ build on their street'I mean, it’s too tall, it’s too big and it’s upsetting too — because the whole street was against it,' said Heather Reier, a resident of The Beaches of a new home being built.CanadaSep 1, 2022
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Council votes in favour of UBCO tower height exemptionCouncil has voted 7-1 in favour of a zoning change recommended by city staff to allow for what will be Kelowna’s tallest tower.EconomyJul 27, 2022
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