St. Catharines Mayor Mat Siscoe has directed City staff to prioritize housing initiatives, aiming to streamline planning and development processes.
Departments have been instructed to expedite applications, ensuring compliance with regulations while embracing a solutions-first approach to overcome any challenges.
The goal is to accelerate residential and mixed-use projects, aligning with the City Council’s housing strategy.
Mayor Siscoe says it’s important to utilize federal funds to enhance services and remove barriers for efficient project review.
(Written by: Brandon Warby)