Mississauga, Ont., Mayor Bonnie Crombie has issued a mayoral directive to allow the construction of fourplex units on low-rise residential lots.

“Given the scale and urgency of the housing crisis, it is critical leadership at all levels of government work together,” Crombie said. “Issuing this directive will ensure that Mississauga continues to be eligible for $120 million in important federal funding for housing and community infrastructure while allowing much-needed housing to be built in our neighbourhoods for the next generation.”

In light of the directive, a press release from the city states that staff will prepare the required zoning bylaw amendments for areas that currently allow single-detached homes only. A planning and development committee meeting about the initiative will be held before the end of 2023.

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