Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish's proactive approach to tackling the housing crisis in Ontario is being hailed as a success. Her Mayor's Housing Task Force has brought together development sector experts to identify challenges and solutions. The effort has led to significant changes in the city's development policies, including substantial reductions in development charges and a streamlined site plan approval process.
Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish has been lauded for her proactive approach to tackling the housing crisis in Ontario. Through her Mayor's Housing Task Force, established last year, Parrish and her team have collaborated closely with over 30 experts from the private and non-profit development sectors to identify the key challenges hindering new construction.
The task force has served as a platform for open dialogue and collaborative problem-solving, bringing together stakeholders from various backgrounds to brainstorm solutions.Parrish's initiative has resulted in a series of concrete actions aimed at streamlining the development process and making housing more affordable. The City of Mississauga is updating its Official Plan to accommodate an additional 124,000 housing units, raising the total capacity to 370,000 new units city-wide. The city is also implementing significant reductions in development charges, a major financial barrier for developers. Residential projects will see a 50% reduction in charges, while purpose-built three-bedroom rentals will enjoy a 100% reduction until November 2026.The task force's collaborative approach has led to the implementation of innovative solutions to improve the efficiency of the development process. A 'three strikes and you're in' model for site plan approval has been introduced, significantly reducing the time and resources required for project approvals. The task force has also focused on identifying and addressing inefficiencies within the city's planning processes, fostering a more streamlined and effective development environment. While challenges like the availability of skilled trades remain outside the city's direct control, the task force's efforts demonstrate a commitment to tackling the housing crisis through a collaborative and proactive approach
DEVELOPMENT HOUSING CRISIS MISSISSAUGA MAYOR's TASK FORCE DEVELOPMENT CHARGES
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