The federal government was tackling the problem of how cities build homes. This includes pushing municipalities to build more fourplex and mixed housing units.
In much of the country, zoning restrictions mean developers are only allowed to build either single-family homes or condo towers in residential areas. There is a huge chunk of housing options, often referred to as “missing middle housing,” that does not get built.
We need to make out cities and towns more family friendly. This “missing middle” is a great first step back in the right direction.
This video is also worth a watch. It explains what the missing middle is and how it can make cities greater and more livable.
Here’s another good article talking about why developers don’t or can’t provide adequate family units.
https://www.centerforbuilding.org/blog/we-we-cant-build-family-sized-apartments-in-north-america
If this same building technique was implemented in north america, together with rethinking zoning requirements it could both push and make it easier for developers to create these “missing middle” communities.
Developments like this can spur the need for more transit options around cities, such as Trams/LRTs and trains. It can also keep business in the city and inside your neighborhood and make a city more walkable and enjoyable.