Mississauga Approves Bold Plan for 370,000 New Homes, Retail in Residential Areas Sparks Debate

Mississauga city council has approved a new Official Plan aiming for 370,000 housing units by 2051 to address housing demand and reshape the city. The plan allows taller buildings along transit corridors and introduces semi-detached homes in areas previously limited to single-detached dwellings. While city officials support the plan, residents express concerns about its impact on community character and potential retail encroachment in residential zones. Councillors are exploring zoning options for select retail, but provincial rules may limit restrictions on cannabis stores.