OAA Study Highlights Urgent Need for Site Plan Approval Reform

AI Article Summary
The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) released a report highlighting delays in the Site Plan Approval process causing costly impacts on housing supply in Ontario. According to the study by Altus Group, municipalities are taking 23 months instead of the mandated 60 days to review applications, costing approximately $3.5 billion annually due to inefficiencies. The OAA is advocating for policy changes to expedite the approval process and alleviate the housing crisis. The report emphasizes the need for reforms in light of existing housing legislation like Bill 23.