Assomption Nord : où en est rendue la métamorphose urbaine promise par le PPU?
AI Article Summary
The Assomption Nord area, once industrial, is undergoing a significant urban transformation through the Special Urban Planning Program (PPU). Over 6,854 residential units are planned, but only 300 of these are for social housing, with private construction predominating. Efforts are being made to enhance quality of life and sustainability through pedestrian and green infrastructure. However, challenges remain in balancing with the existing industrial economic activity.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project demonstrates how rapid urbanization can lead to delays in social housing, despite advanced planning. For Quebec builders, it means an urgent need for cooperation with municipalities to balance private and public interests, particularly concerning permits and materials supply. Given the extended timelines, contractors must also anticipate long-term planning to succeed in this evolving urban framework.
