Introduction to Davies Howe LLP’s Bill 98 and Related Initiatives Blog Series
On March 30, 2026, the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing (the “Minister”) introduced Bill 98: the Building Homes and Improving Transportation Infrastructure Act, 2026 (“Bill 98”). Bill 98 represents a further step in the ongoing effort to centralize and standardize land use planning rules, reduce development costs, and accelerate housing delivery across Ontario.
The introduction of Bill 98 coincides with the provincial and federal governments’ recent announcement of their agreement to invest approximately $8.8 billion over 10 years in housing-enabling infrastructure aimed at reducing development charges and lowering the cost of building new homes across Ontario. More information on this agreement can be found in Davies Howe LLP’s recent blog posthere.
