I am concerned about the…

I am concerned about the proposed regulation changes for these reasons:

1. Environmental impact: The bill could undermine environmental protections by removing municipal authority over urban planning and reducing green building standards. The bill focuses on procedural changes rather than addressing the root causes of housing shortages, such as inefficient development practices.

2. The expansion of ministerial powers is an erosion of municipal authority, potentially overriding local planning decisions and community input. This centralization of power makes me concerned about democratic governance and local representation.

3. The bill's provisions encourage low-density, suburban development rather than promoting more sustainable, high-density housing solutions like mid-rise apartment buildings. The sprawl can lead to increased infrastructure costs and environmental degradation.