Municipalities should be…

Municipalities should be allowed to continue requiring and using all reports/studies needed to meet their Green Development Standards (GDS).

Bill 17 would have a bleak impact on municipalities’ ability to implement GDS, limiting their capacity to ensure that new development is built quickly, is energy-efficient, weather-proof, and affordable over the long term.

I am asking the province to 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.

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Bill 17.