OAA issues statement on potential impacts of Bill 60
AI Article Summary
The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) has reviewed Bill 60, the 'Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025.' While approving some parts of the bill aimed at reducing barriers to urban intensification and promoting transit-oriented development, the OAA expresses concerns about possible negative impacts on green development standards. They emphasize the importance of integrating these standards into Ontario’s Building Code to ensure energy efficiency and climate goals are met. OAA supports the bill's efforts to foster urban density but stresses the need for caution in environmental considerations.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
For Canadian builders, this means that while new opportunities for urban intensification could arise from Bill 60, there might be challenges associated with maintaining green development standards amidst regulatory changes. Builders should prepare for potential adjustments in project timelines or processes as they navigate new regulations. Keeping abreast of these legislative changes will be crucial for ensuring compliance and capitalizing on the evolving urban development landscape.
