Council approves new housing plan for Oakville, with hopes of improving affordability

Oakville town council has approved a new Housing Strategy and Action Plan (HSAP) aimed at improving housing choice and affordability. The plan includes nearly 70 actions to address the housing crisis, following extensive public consultation. Key initiatives include developing a Community Planning Permit System, enhancing the Sheridan College Housing Taskforce, and creating guidelines for the Rental Housing Protection By-law. A Housing Needs Assessment study will also identify future housing needs, with focus group sessions planned for December 2024 and 2025.