With respect, I vehemently…

With respect, I vehemently oppose Bill 17. I understand it has passed but I nonetheless wish to comment with the hope that my opinion might mitigate its impacts.

Bill 17 negatively impacts municipalities’ ability to implement GDS. It limits their capacity to ensure that new development is built quickly, is energy-efficient, weather-proof, and affordable over the long term. Why would the current government not herald those characteristics?

Regulations related to Bill 17 must comply with other powers and authorities granted to municipalities to avoid confusion and delays for future developments.

The province must respect municipalities’ responsibilities as outlined in the Planning Act and the Provincial Planning Statement. These include the protection of public health and safety, the economic well-being of the province and municipalities, the minimization of waste, and the promotion of sustainable development. Ensure that Bill 17 impacts on NONE of these responsibilities.

Green building standards help to mitigate the oncoming disasters in our society that are being created as a result of ignoring the planetary crisis.