Vancouver Shows Just How Much It Costs to Ban Apartments

Vancouver faces a severe housing crisis, exacerbated by exclusionary zoning that restricts apartment construction on over 75% of residential land. This policy deepens inequality, drives up costs, and leads to urban sprawl and pollution. Recent provincial efforts to reform zoning have been insufficient, and upcoming elections may threaten progress. Advocates are pushing for more inclusive housing policies, emphasizing the need for multi-family homes to alleviate the housing shortage and improve economic opportunities for residents.