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We are so excited for our next event with @anotherglassbox
July 22nd @ 7pm
Check it out 👇
Been fielding accusations I’m going NIMBY so decided to do something that will get me accused of being a developer shill. Coming soon: a talk on Finch Store and the neighbourhood retail fight, July 22nd luma.com/e2ipcfkw?fbclid=PAV…
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Toronto is spending *years* to re-legalize what was once legal by right (over 50 years ago).
The neighborhoods that inherited the built form of a city once allowed to grow up to medium density are now considered its best.
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We once allowed four story apartments to be built on residential streets.
And they’re beautiful. Exactly where they belong. Not confined to an avenue or transportation corridor, but in the community itself.
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Good morning Toronto!
ICYMI - yesterday, City Council voted 18-7 to legalize multiplexes in all residential areas of Toronto. 👇 (1/3)
ALT Slide from city planning on where multiplexes are permitted.
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British Columbia just changed its building code to allow single-egress buildings up to 6-storeys.
We are glad to see at least one provincial government take supply reforms seriously. 🥲
Today, I updated the BC Building Code to allow for Single Egress Stair (SES) designs in low- and mid-rise buildings.
By allowing SES, we will boost our housing supply and create more options for families who need larger layouts and designs.
👉🏾 news.gov.bc.ca/31592
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Ontarios homelessness crisis is a huge challenge.
Of course people do not like encampments, but the right way to address them is to provide safe, stable housing and services.
Using the notwithstanding clause in this way is wrong. Sign the petition! 👇
change.org/OntarioEncampment…
I spoke to @CP24 about @fordnation's potential use of the notwithstanding clause to remove homeless people's Charter-protected rights — all so that governments are no longer obligated to provide housing, or even shelter beds. Let's stop it from happening: change.org/OntarioEncampment…
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This small apartment building stops Greenbelt sprawl, but is illegal to build on 70% of Toronto's residential land. #LegalizeHousing
ALT A low rise apartment building surrounded by trees in Beaches-East York
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Opening up the greenbelt is not a long-term solution to the housing crisis, does not increase the supply of homes where people want to live most and is a distraction from the real reforms that are needed to end the housing crisis.
We will have more to say soon.
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Toronto will fail on housing without SIGNIFICANT CULTURE CHANGE in city planning.
City staff reject 1117 Queen Street W for not being “appropriate within existing context” even though it preserves the heritage building.
@oliviachow @BravoDavenport
secure.toronto.ca/council/ag…
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The item as amended CARRIES 18-7. Multiplexes WILL BE LEGAL IN ALL OF TORONTO. Without FSI maximums. With permissions to make them feasible. (Pending appeal by residents associations).
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If you’re a #Toronto city councillor, you have one big job today: legalize multi-tenant homes city-wide.
Multi-tenant homes are a critical affordable entry point to living in our city for students, young couples, and new Canadians.
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Every damn time! 🤬
Canada will make 30-year mortgages available to all first-time buyers and to buyers of newly built homes as embattled Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tries to win back the approval of younger voters trib.al/Scx1taW
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They are homes for thousands of people during a housing crisis close to infrastructure everyone has paid for.
Please, media, stop featuring the opinions of the house-rich as the only valid stakeholder, and consider speaking to those in housing need about what they think.
They're called 'transit-oriented communities.' But to some GTA residents, they're a 'condo wasteland' ift.tt/34Xe0FS
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We have to stop listening to residents associations.
They do not care about good planning.
They do not care about future residents.
Their entitlement and shamelessness knows zero ethical bounds.
Multiplexes belong in neighbourhoods. Just like walk up apartments.
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We're here in the Toronto City Council chambers, where they will vote today on ending the apartment ban on 2/3 of Toronto's residential land.
It's time to legalize multiplexes (hopefully).
We will be live tweeting in this thread when debate begins.
ALT Toronto City Council chambers
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Just in time for elections this fall, we're launching our Municipal Platform - "THE BIG 5".
Over the coming weeks, we will endorse candidates we believe most willing to make abundant, attainable, and affordable housing a priority.
More in 🧵👇
Read: moreneighbours.ca/platform
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The vast majority of Toronto neighbourhoods have fewer people living in them today than in 1971, despite a doubling in overall in population.
Toronto needs to upzone these neighbourhoods to 6-8 storeys, in particular.
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Today, City Council will consider a motion from @MayorOliviaChow on the federal Housing Accelerator Fund.
Unfortunately, given the lack of commitment to systemic reform, we are calling on @SeanFraserMP to reject Toronto's application unless substantial changes are made. 🧵(1/12)
ALT Our letter to city council on the housing accelerator fund - page 1.
ALT Page 2 of our letter to council
ALT Page 3 of our letter to council.
ALT Page 4 of our letter to council.
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We've analyzed the housing platforms of #TOpoli mayoral candidates for their potential to solve Toronto's housing crisis! 🏠 Bold ideas are in abundance but commitment to practical solutions varies.
Read it in full: moreneighbours.ca/2023-mayor…
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Doug Ford’s attempt to cover up blatant corruption on greenbelt land by invoking the housing crisis is pathetic.
It’s an insult to the intelligence of the public.
The HATF provided 55 recommendations. This government has committed to just 3 of them. An enormous failure!
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Angular planes should be relegated to the dustbin of history. Please register for the consultation and make your voice heard in favour of more housing 👇
ALT These diagrams illustrate how many units are lost due to angular planes for a 6, 8 and 10 storey building. Courtesy @HousingNowTO.
Have your say: The #CityOfTO is updating Mid-Rise rear transition performance standards (how these buildings transition to adjoining areas). Join a public consultation meeting on Sept 20, 10:30am-12pm OR 7-8:30pm. Register at: toronto.ca/community-people/…
ALT A photo of a midr-rise building of six storeys showing how the building steps back to transition to the adjacent neighbourhood.
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More Neighbours Toronto is disappointed in City Council’s failure to legalize sixplexes across the City of Toronto. Mayor Olivia Chow should have shown clear leadership and stood up for this reform with the full spectrum of tools available to her.
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FoNTRA (Federation of North Toronto Residents Associations) on the EHON multiplex study.
“Maybe close to a highway, for example”
Can’t afford a single family home in Toronto? Well, they don’t think you belong in the neighbourhood. Enjoy living next to pollution.
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If you are a young person, a renter, or a blue collar worker dreaming of life in a low rise neighbourhood.
Doug Ford just squashed your dreams.
@fordnation’s Ontario is not a place to build. It’s not a place to grow.
It’s a place to be born to rich parents.
NEW: After lots of internal deliberations about fourplexes (four units as-of-right) province wide - Premier Doug Ford shuts down the effort.
Ford says that’s “off the table for us” largely because there would be push back from residents.
#onpoli
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Don't let anti-renter NIMBYs like this guy dominate the conversation on legalizing multiplexes.
Register your support for multiplexes by filling out @CityPlanTO's survey today. Time is running out and this is what we're up against! s.cotsurvey.chkmkt.com/?e=30…
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Edmonton now permits at least 8 units and 3 storeys on every residential lot with 0 parking required. This should be the bare minimum for every Canadian city.
Ask your city councillor and staff: why can Edmonton do it, but we can't?
This is The City to Beat on Housing Reform: piped.video/LoblQBTQDwo
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With surprisingly no appeal from RAs, multiplexes are now legal to build across Toronto! No rezoning required.
ALT E-update from city of Toronto saying multiplexes are legal across Toronto.
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There is not a single residential property in Ontario where these multiplexes should be illegal.
Next Monday, vote for leaders who will legalize them everywhere.
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Should the province open the Greenbelt, what can YOU do to protect it?
Say YES to dense housing in your backyard. Tell your city councillor and MPP that you support common sense zoning reform, including in your neighbourhood.
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Not only does exclusionary zoning enable wealthy residents of low rise neighbourhoods to drive up their home values, they also get to hoard the infrastructure we ALL pay for.
It’s time to welcome More Neighbours into more Toronto neighbourhoods.
We have so many opportunities for density in Toronto, especially around transit. I overlayed the existing and future subway map and look at all the low-rise residential that surrounds it. #YellowBelt #HousingCrisis @MoreNeighbours
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Today @MoreNeighbours submitted its response to the @housingON Affordability Task Force with a focus on:
- Making The Market Work Like A Market
- More Rental, Affordable, Co-op Housing
- Aligning Incentives & Enforcement
Read it here: drive.google.com/file/d/1A-d…
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This is an incredibly bold commitment by the @OntarioNDP
-1.5 Million new homes in 10 years (exactly what the task force recommended)
- Ending exclusionary zoning
- Creating a new public builder to leverage provincial property to spur creation of affordable and PBR
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Housing > "heritage" pizza pizza.
Many heritage listed buildings are truly unremarkable and delisting them is good actually.
thestar.com/news/gta/thousan…
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🚨Warning 🚨
If the workers Toronto needs to function can’t afford to live here, it will become dysfunctional.
Housing affects everything.
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Whoa!
@ShamjiAdil and @BonnieCrombie have put out a release endorsing bold but common sense housing reforms at the provincial level!
Fantastic to see @OntLiberal championing growth policies to end the housing crisis and improve the LTB!
ontarioliberal.ca/doug-ford-…
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This is what a modern-day starter home looks like, but they're illegal to build on nearly 70% of residential land in Toronto.
Why?
City policy favours preserving that multimillion dollar bungalow for "neighbourhood character" instead of building a home you could afford.
ALT A small apartment building in the beaches.
ALT A highrise apartment building in Liberty Village.
ALT A midrise apartment building in Leslieville.
Follow-up to the @TorontoStar's unflinchingly honest headline about parts of Toronto's many layered #HousingCrisis = "YOU'LL NEVER HAVE THIS HOUSE"
1/ What kind of Housing will you have..?
2/ Where will it be built..?
#TOPoli #ONPoli #CDNPoli
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It’s time for Ontario to legalize Point Access Blocks, or “Single Egress” up to 6 storeys, and ideally 8.
For too long our unwillingness to change, despite modern advancements for fire safety, has held bad a key reform.
It’s time to move forward on this in a new Building Code
Globe editorial: How changing an old rule about stairs could unlock a lot of new housing dlvr.it/T7NH3r
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We will never stop Greenbelt sprawl without legalizing density within existing neighbourhoods. @MikeSchreiner's two private member's bills do exactly that.
If you haven't already, please use our tool to tell your MPP to support Bills 44 and 45. moreneighbours.ca/end-exclus…
"We can significantly expand housing supply within existing urban boundaries." — @MikeSchreiner on exclusionary zoning and his two private member’s bills, tonight at 8/11pm with @spaikin | Producer: @VickyQiao3 #onpoli
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Here's a map of all the single-detached homes built in Toronto in the past 40 years that are under $1M. There are 0. Permitting density means more attainable housing options for everyone than the status quo.
Read more - moreneighbours.ca/platform
ALT A map of Toronto. Ward boundaries are shown in blue.
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We often hear from NIMBYs that they oppose new housing because there is not enough parking, services, or infrastructure.
But when you propose new services, like daycares and doctor’s officies, NIMBYs oppose it too.
Our society must stop catering to these voices!
People are opposing a new doctor's office from coming into in my neighbourhood because they think it won't have enough parking spots.
And people ask me why I hate it here.
If you live in Etobicoke, please consider signing up to support the clinic.
you.leadnow.ca/petitions/bri…
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Absolutely ridiculous.
Reform to the CoA processes cannot happen fast enough.
Not sure how Toronto gets to an end of the housing crisis when applications as moderate as this one are rejected.
@oliviachow
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2 years of delays later, Willowdale NIMBYs have lost their fight against supportive housing at 175 Cummer Ave! 🥳
2 years of delays that could have been prevented if @PaulCalandra or his predecessor, @SteveClarkPC, had issued the MZO the city requested.
A safe and dignified place to call home:
An Ontario Land Tribunal decision was issued today dismissing the appeal of Toronto City Council’s decision to permit 60 new supportive affordable homes at 175 Cummer Avenue in #NorthYork.
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This is an unacceptable statement from a GTA mayor with a history of contributing to the housing crisis.
No GTA municipality should be able to weaponise urban planning to champion exclusion and no GTA municipality should be able to say not in my backyard to all midrises.
There should NEVER be a 12+ building in Aurora. We can meet & even exceed provincial housing growth targets in our town by following our OP & height restrictions. Growth & intensification are welcomed but must meet our OP & be appropriate for our Town.
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The city of Toronto declared “housing is a human right” and then couldn’t even legalize multi-tenant housing.
Words are not actions, and we need a lot more from our city, province, and politicians to end this crisis.
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The federal government has removed GST from purpose built rentals. This is a huge step!
And acknowledges we cannot keep taxing new housing as a sin.
We must demand Ontario follow suit.
All levels of government needs to embark on substantial reforms, like this one.
BREAKING: The Trudeau government will remove GST from new rental construction effective today, according to a senior government source.
The move will be part of a suite of measures the government will unveil today to address affordability. More here: theglobeandmail.com/
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The biggest NIMBY in government is @fordnation.
❌ Fourplexes.
❌ Mid-rise on main streets.
❌ High-density around all transit stations.
The PC ministers may talk a big game, but the premier's saying "not in my province" to ending the housing crisis.
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With just over a week until #OntarioVotes on June 2nd, many voters have been left wondering: Are Ontario Parties Rising To The Challenge Of The Housing Crisis?
Read our full platform reviews and explanations:
moreneighbours.ca/news/analy…
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"Mississauga should find ways to say yes to housing instead of saying no to housing near transit, again and again," said housing advocate @bilal_akh.
Cities like @citymississauga need to put their words into action when it comes to density near transit. cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/m…
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For your Friday before election day, here is a roundup of our endorsements for a pro-housing council 🗳️
ALT More Neighbours Toronto's endorsements for a pro-housing city council. Ward 2: Thomas Yanuziello Ward 3: Amber Morley Ward 8: Evan Sambasivam Ward 9: Grant Gonzales Ward 10: Igor Samardzic Ward 13: Chris Moise Ward 15: Sheena Sharp Ward 16: Colin Mahovlich Ward 18: Markus O'Brien Fehr Ward 19: Brad Bradford Ward 20: Kevin Rupasinghe Ward 23: Jamaal Myers
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This is an amazing story and a great model.
What’s not lost on us is the following: if the United church can do mixed income rental with market supporting affordable, couldn’t the government do the same with its own properties via a public builder?
Canada’s United Church will build 34,000 rental apartments - 30% below market - on church sites. My piece: theglobeandmail.com/canada/a…
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Toronto NIMBYs are simply deranged. It’s time to ignore them.
“Eurodale’s co-owner and production manager, Jim Cunningham, says the adversaries — “30 people with pitchforks” — told them “off the record” they “don’t want renters around them.”
thestar.com/real-estate/2023…
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In 2022, we called on the provincial government to increase density around Toronto's transit stations. Two years later, we find out that @fordnation himself has shelved this policy.
This is Doug Ford's housing crisis.
ALT Tweet from over two years ago from More Neighbours Toronto calling on the provincial government to make changes to Toronto's MTSAs.
NEW: Ontario’s ministry of housing worked on a detailed plan to intensify development around transit stations, late last year.
Then in the Spring, the plan — welcome by housing advocates — was suddenly derailed by the Ford government.
globalnews.ca/news/10742510/…
#onpoli
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CITY OF TORONTO OFFICIAL PLAN:
“We are doubling down on our policy of increasing our city’s geographic inequality by demonstrating that we’ve learned nothing”
Wealthy neighbourhoods will get new parks and trees but accommodate little growth.
toronto.ca/city-government/p…
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MNTO is not just that group in their 20's that show up at council; a lot of us are 20s, 30s, and 40s+ who are afraid that people we care about won't have a place in our communities b/c gov't won't build the housing we need NOW.
Holding leadership accountable is the first step.
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Tweet threads beyond 3 will now be referred to as tweet towers. Courtesy of Doug Ford.
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Municipalities and now, the province, have decided that the only place young people and new immigrants will get to live is cordoned off high density areas.
Because god forbid a boomer homeowner should live next to a fourplex, that would be just too much.
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Let’s be blunt: This is true NIMBYism.
Opposition to housing and change, mixed with kind sounding words and political jargon to mask the shameless self interest in the position itself.
Oakville will never do the right thing left alone. Reform must be provincially driven!
Statement on the Housing Accelerator Fund By-law
As we approach the council meeting scheduled for May 6, 2024, our community of Oakville stands at a crossroads concerning the proposed Housing Accelerator Fund by-law. After much deliberation, contemplation of constituent feedback, and assessment of the potential long-term impacts on our town, I am compelled to voice my strong opposition to this by-law.
The intention behind the Housing Accelerator Fund is commendable. We are in dire need of solutions to the affordable housing crisis that plagues not only Oakville but cities and towns across Canada. However, the measures proposed in this by-law fall significantly short of a realistic, feasible, or beneficial remedy for our community.
First and foremost, the initiative's expectation that properties in Oakville could inherently accommodate up to four units "as of right" is overly optimistic and impractical. Realistically, very few of our properties can undergo such transformations without extensive modifications, which are neither economically viable for most homeowners nor in alignment with the character of our neighborhoods.
Particularly concerning is the proposal affecting the Sheridan College Housing Area, suggesting an allowance for homes to expand to four stories "as of right." Such radical changes threaten to irreparably alter the College Park Community, disregarding the investment of families who have made this area their home. This approach contradicts our community's values and undermines the principles of thoughtful and respectful urban planning.
My opposition also stems from extensive conversations and feedback from hundreds of constituents. These discussions reveal broad apprehension and disapproval of the by-law, reinforcing my conviction that the proposed measures are detrimental to the integrity and cherished character of Oakville. Our town's Official Plan was developed with a vision of fostering cohesive, sustainable growth. Bypassing these meticulously laid plans for shortsighted fixes compromises our community’s foundation and future.
The federal government indeed has a vital role in addressing the housing crisis. However, the path to resolution should not undermine or destabilize established communities. Instead, I advocate for a return to historical successes in tackling housing shortages, akin to the unified efforts post-World War II, where cooperation and collective effort led to significant, timely housing developments without sacrificing community integrity.
The current proposal, while seeking to address a crucial issue, lacks nuance and fails to offer a comprehensive, community-respecting solution. Financial incentives to rush municipalities into "quick fix" planning will not serve our constituents' best interests nor address the root problems of the housing shortage.
Thus, I stand firm in my opposition to the Housing Accelerator Fund by-law. I am committed to seeking out alternative solutions that genuinely respect the character of our neighborhoods, the needs of our constituents, and the vision of our Official Plan. Together, with my fellow council members and the Oakville community, I am dedicated to exploring strategies that confront our housing challenges head-on, without compromising what makes our town uniquely ours
Jeff Knoll
Ward 5 Town & Regional Councillor
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Doug Ford just admitted he's the biggest NIMBY in all of Canada, so let's be super clear:
Fourplexes are not towers. They won't hurt anybody. In fact, they're a crucial part of solving the housing crisis.
But don't let us just tell you - @Ramsey_Kilani wrote a song about it!
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Translation: I know how to end the housing crisis, but I won't because I don't like the way apartments look. Not In My Backyard.
Bonnie Crombie wants to force four-storey buildings in every neighbourhood. She thinks she knows better than every single mayor.
I believe in working WITH mayors to build the right homes in the right places and rewarding them for their success. That’s how you get it done.
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New data from @CityPlanTO on garden suites shows that the most requested minor variance is for the angular plane.
Mandating an angular plane for garden suites *towards the owner's own backyard* was unnecessarily heavy handed from the get go. We shouldn't wait to fix this.
ALT Most requested variances by count and proportion of total variances.
ALT Angular plane regulation for garden suites.
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If you think immigrants and international students are *The Problem* causing the housing crisis, please unfollow us.
The same systemic failures are failing them too. We can build more homes and create a prosperous Toronto with ample opportunity for everyone.
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Build more non-market housing.
Build more market-rate housing.
There is no conflict between these positions. Leaders who say otherwise are not interested in ending the housing crisis.
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The Federal Government and @liberal_party can do far more to end the housing crisis than they are letting on.
While we’ve focused on the City & Province, where laws around planning are controlled, the Feds have used the same reason to take a back seat.
That’s wrong. A 🧵
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Toronto is looking to allow townhomes and small apartments on some Major Streets.
Do they really need a 30 unit cap when there are height+size limits?
Some people seem to be forgetting this is a housing crisis. Support the suggested MNTO changes here:
win.newmode.net/moreneighbou…
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We’re not sure who needs to hear this but
1) Changing rules to build more market housing supply
2) The government investing directly in building non-market housing
3) Taking measures to curb speculative money causing even higher demand
Are all solutions (and don’t conflict)
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Press Release - Ontario Bill 109
Today, our government and @SteveClarkPC are choosing to continue with inaction on addressing the housing crisis.
We didn’t expect everything. But we hoped for much more. We are very disappointed.
drive.google.com/file/u/1/d/…
The political inaction you’re witnessing in Ontario today is an endorsement of the housing crisis.
We will have more to say.
A few “good things” does not make up for the damage of delaying urgent reforms once again.
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We have reached a consensus on multiplexes. @CityPlanTO found overwhelming public support to legalize them and to provide additional height and density to make them viable.
Stay tuned for an action alert to take multiplexes over the finish line.
PDF-toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2023…
ALT Excerpt from the engagement summary on multiplexes showing a consensus in favour of their legalization and making them feasible.
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Imagine being unable to grasp that the cost to build housing and housing affordability are related.
We don’t just advocate to make building homes less expensive. We want a public builder. We want to house every homeless person as a right.
We want TO to do so much better.
Ever heard developer say: “That tax/fee for my project was just right.”
Me neither.
YIMBYs r a combination of ppl on the Real Estate industry payroll & ppl too dumb to know that the only folks who say these things r being paid.
Developers r laughing at them from their yachts.
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We are still waiting on all Major Mayoral candidates to articulate their vision for the future of housing and affordability in Toronto.
Our goal: paint this map green to end the geographic inequality and affordability crisis created by a 50 years of bad planning.
ALT Toronto population change, 1971-2016. This map does not change much from 2016-2021.
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PRESS RELEASE: Ford Government Prioritizes NIMBY Interests, Compromising Affordability and Betraying Future Generations
“Doug Ford told the future of this province that the housing crisis is here to stay and that prosperity is best found somewhere else.”
moreneighbours.ca/news/press…
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Congratulations to all the newly elected councillors.
We especially want to congratulate @morleyforward3 in Etobicoke-Lakeshore, @BradMBradford in Beaches-East York, @ausmalik in Spadina-Fort York, @ChrisMoiseTO in Toronto Centre, @Jamaal4ScarbTO in Scarborough North
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2022 is THE YEAR pro-housing politics ascends in Toronto and Ontario.
Politicians will LOSE votes for plans that aren’t bold enough.
It’s time to build a inclusive city and province, begin the end of a generational housing crisis, and build the future we all aspire to!
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We are calling for a media moratorium on featuring well-housed millionaire schmucks and their dumb opinions on housing until we figure out what the hell is going on.
toronto.com/news-story/10545…
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The Federal Government to Ontario:
STOP DRAGGING YOUR FEET
It’s about time the federal government put real carrots on the table to motivate the province into real action.
These demands in exchange for $ are totally reasonable. No more free money.
NEW: Weeks after Premier Doug Ford ruled out 4 units as-of-right across the province, the federal government is launching a $5B housing fund for provinces if they adopt the fourplex policy.
Ford now has until Jan 1, 2025 to change tracks to get the funds.
#onpoli
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The housing crisis happened so fast that many underestimate just how bad it’s become.
In 10 years, the expectations of an entire generation have been shattered.
Yet our leaders are trapped in 2012 thinking about growth. Time to build more homes.
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Here’s what we’re trying to get everyone to understand.
The rules in Toronto create a ridiculous unnatural urban fabric. Towers and single family homes only. We need to legalize gentle density everywhere and allow more organic growth.
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Windsor Mayor @drewdilkens shameless NIMBYism should see him fired as Chair of Ontario’s Housing Supply Action Team.
Good on @SeanFraserMP for not caving status quo gatekeeping.
@PaulCalandra @RobFlackEML @Rae_Matt is he right? Has the province killed its own housing plan?
Statement regarding the City of Windsor's Housing Accelerator Fund Submission to the Federal Government.
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It doesn’t matter what the consultation process is for in Toronto.
Whether it’s for new buildings, or pedestrianizing public space, city staff and councillors always conclude with less change - even if Torontonians want more!
In a new video, I take a look at the number of pedestrians vs cars in Kensington market, and discuss the problems with the new plan that was approved by Toronto city council. #TOPoli
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British Columbia is going hard on implementing the recommendations from Ontario’s Housing Affordability Task Force Report.
We wonder when Ontario will? 🧐
We need innovative solutions and new tools to tackle this housing crisis. 🏡
That’s why today we announced B.C. is creating new pre-approved residential designs for triplexes, fourplexes and laneway homes.
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Hi Adam! We support a #HousingFirst strategy to end homelessness because housing is a right! That means we need more of it, with better services too.
Please support great orgs like @RaisingTheRoof @R2HTO @CAEHomelessness @TAEHomelessness already doing great work in this space!
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PSA: the true high-end luxury homes in the Annex are not high-rise condos, they're the single and semi-detached homes located steps away from multiple subway stations.
ALT Search of realtor for condos in the Annex sorted by lowest price.
ALT Search of realtor.ca for houses for sale in the Annex sorted by lowest price
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We need your help 📢
Write in a letter of support for 710 Landsdowne Ave.
A 4-storey multiplex is being proposed, and there is steep neighborhood opposition with signs like these, even though it's about 600m from a subway station!
ALT A sign on Lansdowne Ave saying "Stop the lot splitting", in opposition to the project
ALT City of Toronto standard posted notice of a proposed change for this site.
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Yesterday, the city of Toronto made progress unlocking our major streets to allow for buildings 6-storeys and up to 60 units (with built form restrictions) by-right.
Thank you to the hard work of @oliviachow @BradMBradford @gordperks and others securing this important reform!
Today, Council passed a plan to allow much needed new homes on major streets throughout the city.
It will allow more folks to call Toronto home and create vibrant, livable neighbourhoods.
When we say yes to having more neighbours, we create a more caring and welcoming city.
ALT Saying "yes" to more housing.
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Next week, the Planning and Housing Committee will vote on legalizing multiplexes city-wide.
If there was ever a time to make your voice heard, it's now.
Don't let council defer or water down this proposal. Use our tool to send an email in support now. act.newmode.net/action/more-…
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