11/25/2024
Big changes could be coming to Winnipeg's shopping malls! City councillors are debating zoning changes that would allow housing to be built around major malls and busy commercial areas — without the need for public hearings. The plan, tied to a $120 million federal Housing Accelerator Fund, aims to create 14,000 new units over the next three years.
While there’s excitement about turning parking lots into walkable urban communities, there are concerns about whether this will truly address the city’s affordable housing shortage. What are your thoughts on bringing more homes to commercial spaces?
