FoNTRA opposes proposed changes to Ontario’s land use planning framework
FoNTRA is an umbrella organization representing over 30 residents’ associations in central Toronto engaged in public policy debates on planning and development issues that directly affect our members. Its interventions are guided by pursuing the following goals: 1) rational and stable statutory planning framework; 2) local and regional planning that engages all stakeholders, without ad hoc provincial overrides; 3) intelligent density distribution that fosters complete communities and efficient public transport networks; 4) balancing housing supply with real demand; and, 5) resilient and ecological development patterns with compact communities.
FoNTRA’s report concludes that the proposed Provincial Planning Statement (PPS) and the simultaneous repeal of the Growth Plan for the Golden Horseshoe should not proceed since these initiatives are not only harmful but also entirely unnecessary. FoNTRA, respectfully, urges the government to withdraw the proposed Provincial Planning Statement and to maintain the Growth Plan for the Greater Golden Horseshoe.