Richmond Hill
Richmond Hill
Accelerating Home Construction
in Richmond Hill
Government of Canada's Housing Accelerator Fund Initiative
Agreement Overview
Government-City Partnership for Rapid Housing Development
- Agreement details: Fast-tracking 780 housing units in the next 3 years.
- Funding: $31 million from the Housing Accelerator Fund.
- Objectives: Focus on higher density, student housing, transit proximity, and affordability.
Richmond Hill Action Plan
Richmond Hill Action Plan
Action Plan Highlights:
- Streamlined development: Reduced barriers and accelerated infrastructure.
- Zoning changes: Allowing up to four units in residential areas.
- Transit-oriented development: Increased density around transit stations.
Impact and Future Steps
Building the Future Together
- Impact: Construction of 41,500 homes in the next decade.
- Continued collaboration: Government commitment to working with local and Indigenous partners.
- Call to action: Encouraging bold approaches for sustainable, affordable housing.