The Cost Of Toronto’s Current Planning Policy? Millions Of New Homes, Data Shows

Toronto's restrictive zoning policies primarily favor single-family homes, limiting housing opportunities. Smart Density's Naama Blonder argues that the city has significant potential for growth, estimating it could accommodate 7.6 million new homes and 12 million residents near transit without compromising quality of life. She emphasizes the need for zoning reform, particularly around transit areas, to address housing affordability and prevent displacement. Blonder's findings suggest that Toronto is far from being "maxed out" in terms of residential development.