CC Roundup - Sept 24 - Density Bonuses
New West Council Divided Over Density Bonus Policy: Market Rentals Spark Debate.
In this video, we cover the September 24th New Westminster City Council meeting, where council discussed an interim Density Bonus Policy for real estate developments set to run until mid-2025. Tensions rose when Councillor Daniel Fontaine proposed allowing market-level rentals to qualify for density bonuses, sparking disagreement among council members. The policy, which will be replaced by a new version in 2025 to reflect population growth and updated provincial legislation, aims to shape the city’s future development. Watch how the council navigates these contentious issues.
Program Duration:-
00:27:43